ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 350MP Aluminum One-Pak

Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)

In brief

Rebel EMP 235ic and POWER MIG 350MP Aluminum One-Pak are not direct competitors: different use classes (F3 vs F5). Rebel EMP 235ic costs less (~€3000) and is the entry-level choice; POWER MIG 350MP Aluminum One-Pak offers more capability at a higher price (~€8500). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic Rebel EMP 235ic ESAB F3 · Advanced
Awards
Identity
Use tier F3 — Advanced F5 — Professional
Price
Price (€) ~2500–3500 € ~7500–9500 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 29.21 × 68.58 × 49.53 cm 48 × 98.5 × 80.8 cm
Weight (kg) 28.6 kg 122.9 kg
Voltage (V) 230 V
Maximum speed 17700 mm/min
Category specs
Welding type Multi-process Multi-process
Max wire feed speed (m/min) 17.8 m/min 17.7 m/min
Max welding current (A) 250 A 350 A
Max wire diameter (mm) 1.2 mm 1.7 mm
Duty cycle (rated current) (%) 25 % 60 %
Synergic control True True
Gasless capable True True
Power source technology Inverter Inverter
Aluminium ready True True
Pulse capable False True
Input voltage Dual voltage Dual voltage
Supported spool Ø300 mm (~15 kg) Ø300 mm (~15 kg)
Ecosystem
Cloud dependency No No
Software notes 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 system relies on its integrated electronics and digital panel to select synergic programs and operating modes, including Power Mode and Pulse-on-Pulse. It requires no external software to operate, running entirely via the onboard hardware controller, which automatically adjusts voltage and current parameters based on the material, wire diameter, and shielding gas used.

MakerSpecs Awards

Rebel EMP 235ic

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POWER MIG 350MP Aluminum One-Pak

Most capable Professional

Highest technical score among the 6 MIG/MAG welding (wire feed) over €5,000 machines: 100/100.

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The differences that matter

  • Price: Rebel EMP 235ic 3000 € vs POWER MIG 350MP Aluminum One-Pak 8500 € — Rebel EMP 235ic wins (+183%)
  • Max wire diameter: Rebel EMP 235ic 1.2 mm vs POWER MIG 350MP Aluminum One-Pak 1.7 mm — POWER MIG 350MP Aluminum One-Pak wins (+42%)

Which one to choose

Choose Rebel EMP 235ic if…

you value price.

See the Rebel EMP 235ic sheet →

Choose POWER MIG 350MP Aluminum One-Pak if…

you value max wire diameter.

See the POWER MIG 350MP Aluminum One-Pak sheet →

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