Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 180 Dual vs Telwin TELMIG 281/2 MIG-MAG Welder
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
POWER MIG 180 Dual and TELMIG 281/2 MIG-MAG Welder are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose POWER MIG 180 Dual if gasless capable matters more; choose TELMIG 281/2 MIG-MAG Welder if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, POWER MIG 180 Dual scores 52/100 against 34/100 for TELMIG 281/2 MIG-MAG Welder.
| Parameter |
POWER MIG 180 Dual
Lincoln Electric
F2 · Intermediate
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TELMIG 281/2 MIG-MAG Welder
Telwin
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1500–1800 € | ~1400–1600 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.91 × 47.24 × 35.56 cm | 45 × 80 × 65.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 29.03 kg | 55 kg |
| Power (W) | — | 9500 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 | 270 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.14 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 30 % | 20 % |
| Synergic control | False | False |
| Gasless capable | True | False |
| Power source technology | Transformer | Transformer |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | False | False |
| Input voltage | Dual voltage | 230 V (single-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) | Ø300 mm (~15 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. | — |
The differences that matter
- Gasless capable: POWER MIG 180 Dual yes, TELMIG 281/2 MIG-MAG Welder no
- Price: POWER MIG 180 Dual 1650 € vs TELMIG 281/2 MIG-MAG Welder 1500 € — TELMIG 281/2 MIG-MAG Welder wins (+10%)
- Max wire diameter: POWER MIG 180 Dual 1.14 mm vs TELMIG 281/2 MIG-MAG Welder 1.2 mm — TELMIG 281/2 MIG-MAG Welder wins (+5%)
Which one to choose
Choose TELMIG 281/2 MIG-MAG Welder if…
you value price and max wire diameter.
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