2 INTRODUCTION
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2 INTRODUCTION
The ESAB EM and EMP product family is a new generation of MIG and Multi-Process
(MIG/MMA/TIG) welding power sources.
The EMP 215ic and EM 215ic power sources are designed to match the needs of the
light-medium fabrication user. They are tough, durable and portable, providing excellent arc
performance across a variety of welding applications.
The EMP features a 11cm (4.3in.) colour TFT user interface display which provides quick
and easy selection of weld process and parameters, suitable for both newly trained and
intermediate level users. For more advanced users, a number of additional functions and
features can be introduced and customized to give maximum flexibility.
Exclusive to ESAB, sMIG provides users with an excellent 'Short circuit' arc characteristic.
The EM and EMP family connects to an input power supply range between
120V–230V,1~50/60Hz input power supplies. Input power can be supplied by mains or
generator. Incorporating a PFC (Power Factor Correction) circuit significantly increases
power efficiency.
Key features:
• Excellent MIG characteristics (EM)
• Excellent multi-process welding capabilities , MIG/MMA and Lift/TIG (EMP)
• Automatic recognition of input power with PFC (120V–230V)
• Large 11cm (4.3in.) high resolution, customizable user interface (EMP)
• Rugged case design and internal hardware
• Portable, single person lift and carry design
• High grade cast aluminium wire drive system provides excellent control of drive roll
geometry ensuring smooth, precise wire feeding
• Professional high grade accessories
2.1 Equipment
Package consists of the following:
EMP series
• ESAB EMP 215ic power source
• ESAB MXL 200 MIG torch, 3m (10ft)
• Contact tip M6 for 0.8mm (0.030in.) wire (qty 2)
• Contact tip M6 for 1.0mm (0.040in.) wire (qty 2)
• Gas hose, 4.5m (14.8ft), Quick connector
• MMA welding cable kit 3m (10ft)
• Return cable kit 3m (10ft)
• OK 12.50 0.8mm(0.030in.) ×5kg (11lb) bobbin
• Drive roll: 0.6 / 0.8 mm (0.023in. / 0.030in.) Cored, Steel and Stainless wire
(installed on drive system)
• Drive roll: 0.8/1.0mm (0.030in. / 0.040in.) Cored, Steel and Stainless wire (in
accessory box)
• Guide tube 1.0mm – 1.2mm (0.040in. – 0.045in.) (installed on drive system)
• Guide tube 0.6mm – 0.8mm (0.023in. – 0.030in.) (in accessory box)
• Mains cable 3m (10ft), fixed with plug
• Safety manual
• USB with Operator's Manual
• Material thickness guide