ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic vs Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak

Technical comparison · MIG/MAG welding (wire feed)

In brief

Rebel EMP 235ic and POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak are two mig/mag welding (wire feed) in a similar class. Choose Rebel EMP 235ic if max wire feed speed matters more; choose POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak if price matters more.

Parameter
ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic Rebel EMP 235ic ESAB F3 · Advanced
Identity
Launch year 2022
Use tier F3 — Advanced F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) ~2500–3500 € ~2300–2700 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 29.21 × 68.58 × 49.53 cm 27.64 × 58.78 × 38.3 cm
Weight (kg) 28.6 kg 21.8 kg
Voltage (V) 230 V
Category specs
Welding type Multi-process Multi-process
Max wire feed speed (m/min) 17.8 m/min 12.7 m/min
Max welding current (A) 250 A 220 A
Max wire diameter (mm) 1.2 mm 1.1 mm
Duty cycle (rated current) (%) 25 % 30 %
Synergic control True True
Gasless capable True True
Power source technology Inverter Inverter
Aluminium ready True True
Pulse capable False False
Input voltage Dual voltage Dual voltage
Supported spool Ø300 mm (~15 kg) Ø200 mm (~5 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. Machine control is managed by an advanced digital interface, featuring a clear and easily navigable color TFT screen. The core of the system is Lincoln Electric's proprietary Ready.Set.Weld technology, which guides the operator through setup by automatically suggesting optimal welding parameters based on the material, thickness, and shielding gas used. This is complemented by the ArcFX function, providing an immediate graphical representation of how changes in voltage or wire feed speed will alter the weld bead profile. Furthermore, the system includes a convenient internal memory to save and quickly recall frequently used custom parameters.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Rebel EMP 235ic 3000 € vs POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak 2500 € — POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak wins (+20%)
  • Max wire feed speed: Rebel EMP 235ic 17.8 m/min vs POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak 12.7 m/min — Rebel EMP 235ic wins (+40%)
  • Max wire diameter: Rebel EMP 235ic 1.2 mm vs POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak 1.1 mm — Rebel EMP 235ic wins (+9%)

Which one to choose

Choose Rebel EMP 235ic if…

you value max wire feed speed and max wire diameter.

See the Rebel EMP 235ic sheet →

Choose POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak if…

you value price.

See the POWER MIG 215 MPi TIG One-Pak sheet →

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