ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic

Last updated: November 1, 2026

ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic
2.8/5#14 of 16 in dual voltage welders
2.8

A rugged dual voltage multiprocess welder for home and farm shops that want simple sMIG setup and big spool capacity. It suits buyers who value a known brand over the lowest price.

  • 240 A (150 A on 120 V)Output
  • 25% at 205 ADuty cycle
  • MIG, flux-core, stick, lift TIGProcesses
  • 120/240 VInput
Check price at Amazon$2,590.47

Price checked November 1, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • sMIG sets voltage and wire speed from plate thickness, quick for beginners
  • Welds up to 3/8 in steel on 230 V and 150 A on 120 V
  • MIG, flux core, stick and lift TIG, with an auto detected spool gun
  • Takes big 12 in spools for long runs
  • Three year ESAB warranty
Cons
  • Holds 205 A for only 2.5 minutes in 10
  • DC TIG only, so no TIG on aluminum
  • Pricier than import welders with similar output

The ESAB Rebel EMP family

Every ESAB Rebel EMP model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own input voltage.

ModelOutputRatingPrice
ESAB Rebel EMP 205ic AC/DC205 A (130 A on 120 V)2.9/5$3,999
ESAB Rebel EMP 215ic (this one)240 A (150 A on 120 V)2.8/5$2,590.47
ESAB Rebel EMP 235ic250 A (150 A on 120 V)3.0/5$3,410

How it scores

The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its input voltage. How we rank explains each one.

Specifications

Model number0558102240
Output
Input voltage120/240 V
Maximum output240 A (150 A on 120 V)
Rated duty cycle25% at 205 A
Thickest steel, one pass0.375 in
Processes and wire
Gas MIGYes
StickYes
TIGLift TIG
Spool gun readyYes
Wire sizes0.023 to 0.045 in
Synergic settingsYes
Build
Weight40 lb
Warranty3 years
Released2017

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