Telwin MAXIMA 160 Synergic vs Telwin Bimax 140i Synergic
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
MAXIMA 160 Synergic is the best value for money in its class. MAXIMA 160 Synergic leads on the available specs (starting with max wire diameter); Bimax 140i Synergic makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
MAXIMA 160 Synergic
Telwin
F2 · Intermediate
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Bimax 140i Synergic
Telwin
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~250–350 € | ~280–350 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 23.5 × 45 × 37 cm | 17.2 × 37.9 × 25.2 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 9.29 kg | 6.3 kg |
| Power (W) | 2600 W | 2650 W |
| Voltage (V) | 230 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | MIG/MAG | MIG/MAG |
| Max welding current (A) | 150 A | 140 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.2 mm | 0.9 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 20 % | 15 % |
| Synergic control | True | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Inverter | Inverter |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | False | False |
| Input voltage | 230 V (single-phase) | 230 V (single-phase) |
| Supported spool | Ø200 mm (~5 kg) | Ø100 mm (~1 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | — | The machine is governed by a microprocessor control that manages the synergic logic of the welding process. The user simply selects the thickness of the material to be worked, and the system automatically adjusts the wire speed and the optimal arc voltage. This internal software drastically reduces setup times and prevents configuration errors typical of traditional power sources. There are no interfaces for computer connection, external firmware updates, or wireless connectivity, as the entire digital ecosystem is permanently integrated into the internal electronic board. The system is designed to be autonomous, offering an immediate user experience focused on the stability of the electric arc during real-time operation. |
MakerSpecs Awards
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.
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The differences that matter
- Max wire diameter: MAXIMA 160 Synergic 1.2 mm vs Bimax 140i Synergic 0.9 mm — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+33%)
- Price: MAXIMA 160 Synergic 300 € vs Bimax 140i Synergic 315 € — MAXIMA 160 Synergic wins (+5%)
Which one to choose
Choose MAXIMA 160 Synergic if…
you value max wire diameter and price. It is the best value for money in its class.
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