Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 262MP vs Telwin MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
POWER MIG 262MP and MAXIMA 160 Synergic are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2), very different prices (~16.7×). MAXIMA 160 Synergic costs less (~€300) 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 262MP
Lincoln Electric
F4 · Semi-professional
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MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Telwin
F2 · Intermediate
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| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~4500–5500 € | ~250–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 45.7 × 95.3 × 95.3 cm | 23.5 × 45 × 37 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 113.4 kg | 9.29 kg |
| Power (W) | — | 2600 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 230 V |
| Maximum speed | 17780 mm/min | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | MIG/MAG |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | 17.78 m/min | — |
| Max welding current (A) | 300 A | 150 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | — | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 60 % | 20 % |
| Synergic control | True | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | — | Inverter |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | True | False |
| Input voltage | Dual voltage | 230 V (single-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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. | — |
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 262MP 5000 € vs MAXIMA 160 Synergic 300 € — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+1567%)
Which one to choose
Choose MAXIMA 160 Synergic if…
you value price. It is the best value for money in its class.
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