Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 180 Dual vs Telwin MASTERMIG 400
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
POWER MIG 180 Dual and MASTERMIG 400 are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4). POWER MIG 180 Dual costs less (~€1650) and is the entry-level choice; MASTERMIG 400 offers more capability at a higher price (~€2200). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
POWER MIG 180 Dual
Lincoln Electric
F2 · Intermediate
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MASTERMIG 400
Telwin
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1500–1800 € | ~1900–2500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 25.91 × 47.24 × 35.56 cm | 56.5 × 94.5 × 83 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 29.03 kg | 104 kg |
| Power (W) | — | 20000 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 400 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 20000 mm/min |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | MIG/MAG | MIG/MAG |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | 12.7 m/min | — |
| Max welding current (A) | 180 A | 400 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.14 mm | 1.6 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 30 % | 25 % |
| Synergic control | False | False |
| Gasless capable | True | — |
| Power source technology | Transformer | Transformer |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | False | False |
| Input voltage | Dual voltage | 400 V (three-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
- Price: POWER MIG 180 Dual 1650 € vs MASTERMIG 400 2200 € — POWER MIG 180 Dual wins (+33%)
- Max wire diameter: POWER MIG 180 Dual 1.14 mm vs MASTERMIG 400 1.6 mm — MASTERMIG 400 wins (+40%)
Which one to choose
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