Cebora SYNSTAR 400 TS vs ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic

Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)

In brief

SYNSTAR 400 TS is the most capable in its class. SYNSTAR 400 TS and Rebel EMP 235ic are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose SYNSTAR 400 TS if max wire diameter matters more; choose Rebel EMP 235ic if price matters more. On the category's overall technical index, SYNSTAR 400 TS scores 100/100 against 79/100 for Rebel EMP 235ic.

Parameter
Cebora SYNSTAR 400 TS SYNSTAR 400 TS Cebora F4 · Semi-professional
ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic Rebel EMP 235ic ESAB F3 · Advanced
Identity
Launch year 2021
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) ~6500–8500 € ~2500–3500 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 52.7 × 107.8 × 139.8 cm 29.21 × 68.58 × 49.53 cm
Weight (kg) 111 kg 28.6 kg
Power (W) 17500 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) (%) 100 % 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 machine's operating system features advanced synergic control, significantly streamlining the setup of operating parameters. The SYNSTAR 400 TS comes standard with over sixty pre-loaded synergic programs, carefully optimized for various alloys, thicknesses, and wire diameters (iron, aluminum, stainless steel, and flux-cored wire). Users can save their custom settings in the system's memory for quick retrieval during repetitive tasks. The color LCD interface provides a clear and intuitive real-time readout of all welding values. Furthermore, the welder's base software is highly expandable: sophisticated features such as pulsed and double-pulsed welding are available via dedicated software upgrade packages. This modular approach allows the operator to adapt the power source to new and more complex welding requirements over time. 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: SYNSTAR 400 TS 7500 € vs Rebel EMP 235ic 3000 € — Rebel EMP 235ic wins (+150%)
  • Max wire diameter: SYNSTAR 400 TS 1.6 mm vs Rebel EMP 235ic 1.2 mm — SYNSTAR 400 TS wins (+33%)

Which one to choose

Choose SYNSTAR 400 TS if…

you value max wire diameter. It is the most capable in its class.

See the SYNSTAR 400 TS sheet →

Choose Rebel EMP 235ic if…

you value price.

See the Rebel EMP 235ic sheet →

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