Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 215 MPi Aluminum One-Pak vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 262MP
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
POWER MIG 215 MPi Aluminum One-Pak and POWER MIG 262MP are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4). POWER MIG 215 MPi Aluminum One-Pak costs less (~€2350) and is the entry-level choice; POWER MIG 262MP offers more capability at a higher price (~€5000). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
POWER MIG 215 MPi Aluminum One-Pak
Lincoln Electric
F2 · Intermediate
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POWER MIG 262MP
Lincoln Electric
F4 · Semi-professional
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | — |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F4 — Semi-professional |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~2100–2600 € | ~4500–5500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 27.6 × 66 × 39.4 cm | 45.7 × 95.3 × 95.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 21.8 kg | 113.4 kg |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | — |
| Maximum speed | — | 17780 mm/min |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | Multi-process |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | 12.7 m/min | 17.78 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 220 A | 300 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.2 mm | — |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 30 % | 60 % |
| Synergic control | True | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Inverter | — |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | False | True |
| Input voltage | Dual voltage | Dual voltage |
| Supported spool | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The device does not require external PC software. It features a built-in user interface on a color screen, implementing Lincoln Electric's proprietary technology to assist the operator. Through the display, users can input material thickness and wire diameter to automatically obtain optimal welding parameters. There are no cloud dependencies or mandatory mobile applications for its basic operation. | The user interface of the POWER MIG 262MP is centered around a highly visible 7-inch color LCD display, which facilitates quick setup and clear visual communication of parameters. It includes advanced software features such as synergic control, allowing operators to automatically set wire feed speed and voltage by adjusting a single parameter. Additionally, Ready.Set.Weld® technology and the Weld Set Memory function allow users to easily save and recall frequent job configurations, significantly optimizing preparation time. The machine also features ArcFX® technology to visualize the effect of settings on the weld bead in real-time on the screen, reducing guesswork and enhancing the learning curve, a feature particularly beneficial in educational settings or for operators undergoing training. |
The differences that matter
- Price: POWER MIG 215 MPi Aluminum One-Pak 2350 € vs POWER MIG 262MP 5000 € — POWER MIG 215 MPi Aluminum One-Pak wins (+113%)
- Max wire feed speed: POWER MIG 215 MPi Aluminum One-Pak 12.7 m/min vs POWER MIG 262MP 17.78 m/min — POWER MIG 262MP wins (+40%)
Which one to choose
Choose POWER MIG 215 MPi Aluminum One-Pak if…
you value price.
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