ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic 235ic 285ic MIG/Stick/TIG Welder – Review 2021

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ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic, ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic and the Rebel 285ic are three different MIG, Stick and TIG welding machines made by ESAB.

The manufacturer ESAB is a renowned technology leader in the production of welding equipment. ESAB invented the coated welding electrode back in 1906.

esab rebel 285ic

esab rebel 285ic

All 3 ESAB Rebel welding machines shown here are so-called multi-process welders.

Summarized, this means you can choose between MIG, Stick and TIG welding techniques with the same device. Moreover, the welders connect to 120 V – 230 V output power supply, while the source can either be an engine-driven generator or mains.

Now let’s take a closer look at each of the 3 ESAB Rebel welders.

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ESAB REBEL EMP 215ic

First, the portable ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic provides automatic recognition of input power. Because it has a 4.3″ color TFT display, you can easily select your desired welding process and the corresponding welding parameters.

The display input is ideal for beginners, intermediate welders and even advanced users, because it gives various options for everyone.

Beginners only need to set sheet metal thickness and wire thickness, put on their welding helmet and start welding. Once done, the machine calculates all other required welding parameters automatically.

Experienced users can make fine-tuning and detailed adjustments on arc settings (e.g. arc sloping, arc power), wire feed speed and shielding gas behavior (preflow time, postflow time). You can even store self-created welding programs for specific applications in the memory.

Read also: Real rebels wear cool welding helmets.

Another plus is, that you can weld Mild Steel, Stainless Steel or Aluminum with one welder.

Esab Rebel EMP 215ic for MIG/TIG/Stick #0558102240 by Esab Rebel

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The integrated wire drive system is made of high grade cast aluminum to ensure a long service life, as well as a precise and smooth wire feed. On the downside, for professional welders the EMP 215ic is limited in power. But what does it mean in numbers?

In the table below we summarized the technical specifications for you:

Specification

  • Duty cycle 30% @ 180 A (TIG), 25% @ 205 A (MIG), 25% @180 A (Stick)
  • Input voltage: 120/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz
  • Recommended input power (generator): 8 kW
  • Output welding current range: 5 A (TIG) – 235 A (MIG)
  • Wire feed speed control 80– 475 IPM
  • Touch display control with many options, including welding mode, user manual and settings tab.
  • Weight: 40 lb (18.2 kg)

Source: http://www.esabna.com/eu/literature/arc%20equipment/multi-process%20equipment/esab%20rebel%20215ic%200463%20407%20001gb_aa.pdf

When you plan to use a generator for welding, you should ideally use one with a power of 8 kW and automatic voltage regulation (AVR) functionality.

Take a look at the following review video and get a better impression of the ESAB Rebel 215ic before buying.

If you are looking for even more power, you should take a closer look at the following weld tool:

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ESAB REBEL EMP 235ic

ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic MIG/Stick/Tig Welding Machine 0558012702 - 4 pr

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The ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic is the big brother of the Rebel EMP 215ic. It comes with all the features the 215ic has, but provides additional welding power for thick steel plates. Weld Mild Steel and Aluminum up to a thickness of 1/4 in (6,35 mm). For further technical specification, please take a look at the table below:

Specification

  • Duty cycle 30% @ 240 A (TIG), 40% @ 235 A (MIG), 25% @ 210 A (Stick)
  • Input voltage: 120/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz
  • Recommended input power (generator): 10 kW
  • Output welding current range: 5 A (TIG) – 250 A (MIG)
  • Wire feed speed control 60 – 700 in./min.
  • Touch display control with many options
  • Weight: 53 lb (24 kg)

Also read: Best welding goggles and glasses reviewed

In the following explainer video, Ian explains the advantages of the Rebel 235ic compared to the Rebel 215ic.

When you plan to use a generator for welding, you should ideally use one with a power of 10 kW and automatic voltage regulation (AVR) functionality.

The ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic provides the smart MIG sMIG Technology that dynamically adapts the arc characteristics to create a smooth and stable welding arc.

Source: http://www.esabna.com/eu/literature/arc%20equipment/multi-process%20equipment/esab%20rebel%20235ic%200463%20479%20001gb_aa.pdf

Now, if the Rebel 235ic still does not have enough power for you, please take a closer look at the 285ic below:

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ESAB REBEL EMP 285ic

ESAB Rebel EMP 285ic 460-575 Volts Third Phase CC/CV Multi-Process Welder

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For even more power and versatility, the ESAB Rebel EMP285ic could be your ideal multi-process welder. This is a welder for even more industrial use cases, that runs wires in a range from 0.035 in. up to 0.045 in.

In detail, the EMP285ic comes not only with a high amperage power up to 350 Amps but also with the option to choose between 1- and 3-phase powered devices.
esab rebel 285ic

ESAB Rebel 285ic

Of course, the EMP 285 price is higher and you can check availability here on bakersgas.com.

Furthermore, the Rebel 285ic comes in the same housing as the 235ic, but has more advanced technology inside:

Specification

  • Duty cycle 1 phase: 40% @ 285 A (TIG), 40% @ 285 A (MIG), 40% @ 260 A (Stick)
  • Duty cycle 3 phase: 50% @ 285 A (TIG), 50% @ 285 A (MIG), 50% @ 285 A (Stick)
  • Input voltage range: 90 – 270 VAC @ 50/60 Hz and 1 phase or 3 phases
  • Recommended input power (generator): 10 kW
  • Output welding current range: 5 A (TIG) – 350 A (MIG, 3 phases)
  • Wire feed speed control 60 – 800 in./min.
  • Touch display control with many options
  • Weight: 70 lb

We’d be happy if you leave a short comment below and share your experience with the ESAB Rebel series.

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  1. Hi how much is the Esab Emp 285 Rebel machine

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