Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 180 Dual vs Telwin MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
POWER MIG 180 Dual and MAXIMA 160 Synergic are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5.5×). MAXIMA 160 Synergic costs less (~€300) and is the entry-level choice; POWER MIG 180 Dual offers more capability at a higher price (~€1650). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
POWER MIG 180 Dual
Lincoln Electric
F2 · Intermediate
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MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Telwin
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1500–1800 € | ~250–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.91 × 47.24 × 35.56 cm | 23.5 × 45 × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 29.03 kg | 9.29 kg |
| Power (W) | — | 2600 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | MIG/MAG | MIG/MAG |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | 12.7 m/min | — |
| Max welding current (A) | 180 A | 150 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.14 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 30 % | 20 % |
| Synergic control | False | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Transformer | Inverter |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | False | False |
| Input voltage | Dual voltage | 230 V (single-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | As a traditional transformer-based welder, the POWER MIG 180 Dual is entirely analog, featuring no software interfaces, digital displays, or synergic controls. Adjustments are made exclusively via physical dials on the front panel: a stepped switch for voltage (following the transformer taps) and a continuous potentiometer for wire feed speed. This complete absence of complex electronics or cloud dependence ensures maximum long-term reliability and straightforward repairability. | — |
MakerSpecs Awards
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Best value Intermediate
At €300 it offers the best performance-to-price ratio among the 22 intermediate MIG/MAG welding (wire feed) machines, with a technical score of 100/100.
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Price: POWER MIG 180 Dual 1650 € vs MAXIMA 160 Synergic 300 € — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+450%)
- Synergic control: MAXIMA 160 Synergic yes, POWER MIG 180 Dual no
- Max wire diameter: POWER MIG 180 Dual 1.14 mm vs MAXIMA 160 Synergic 1.2 mm — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+5%)
Which one to choose
Choose MAXIMA 160 Synergic if…
you value price, synergic control and max wire diameter. It is the best value for money in its class.
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