Cebora KINGSTAR 400 TS vs ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic
Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)
KINGSTAR 400 TS and Rebel EMP 235ic are not direct competitors: different use classes (F5 vs F3). Rebel EMP 235ic costs less (~€3000) and is the entry-level choice; KINGSTAR 400 TS offers more capability at a higher price (~€8000). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
KINGSTAR 400 TS
Cebora
F5 · Professional
|
Rebel EMP 235ic
ESAB
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2018 | — |
| Use tier | F5 — Professional | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~7000–9000 € | ~2500–3500 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 58.8 × 112 × 138 cm | 29.21 × 68.58 × 49.53 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 120 kg | 28.6 kg |
| Power (W) | 18800 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 400 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Welding type | Multi-process | Multi-process |
| Max wire feed speed (m/min) | — | 17.8 m/min |
| Max welding current (A) | 400 A | 250 A |
| Max wire diameter (mm) | 1.6 mm | 1.2 mm |
| Duty cycle (rated current) (%) | 40 % | 25 % |
| Synergic control | True | True |
| Gasless capable | True | True |
| Power source technology | Inverter | Inverter |
| Aluminium ready | True | True |
| Pulse capable | True | False |
| Input voltage | 400 V (three-phase) | Dual voltage |
| Supported spool | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) | Ø300 mm (~15 kg) |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The interface is built around a highly responsive and intuitive 7-inch color touchscreen panel. The operating system features an open and modular architecture, allowing operators to save up to 99 customized work programs (JOB function) and install numerous optional packages for advanced user profiling, quality control, and pulsed capabilities (Double Pulse, 3DPulse, SRS). It fully supports Industry 4.0 protocols via an integrated Web Server, offering remote management and monitoring from a PC or mobile device. Firmware updates are quickly and easily executed through a standard USB port. | The power source is equipped with ESAB's exclusive sMIG (Smart MIG) technology, an intelligent control system that continuously monitors arc characteristics to adapt to the operator's technique, ensuring a stable and repeatable weld. The interface is built around a multilingual color TFT display, which includes welding parameter guides and an integrated spare parts list. |
The differences that matter
- Price: KINGSTAR 400 TS 8000 € vs Rebel EMP 235ic 3000 € — Rebel EMP 235ic wins (+167%)
- Max wire diameter: KINGSTAR 400 TS 1.6 mm vs Rebel EMP 235ic 1.2 mm — KINGSTAR 400 TS wins (+33%)
Which one to choose
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