ESAB EMP 235ic - 2 Introduction; Equipment

2 INTRODUCTION
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2 INTRODUCTION
The ESAB EMP product family is a new generation of MIG and Multi-Process
(MIG/MMA/TIG) welding power sources.
The EMP 235ic power source is designed to match the needs of the light-medium fabrication
user. It is tough, durable and portable, providing excellent arc performance across a variety
of welding applications.
The EMP features a 11cm (4.3in.) 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 EMP family connects to an input power supply range between
120V–230V,1~50/60Hz 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 multi-process welding capabilities, MIG/MMA and Lift/TIG
• Automatic recognition of input power with PFC (120V–230V)
• Large 11cm (4.3in.) high resolution, customizable user interface
• Rugged case design and internal hardware
• 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 235ic power source
• Tweco Fusion™ 250 MIG torch, 3 m (10ft) with 0.9mm (0.035in.) Contact Tip fitted
• OTW14/30 Contact tip for 0.8 mm (0.030in.) wire (qty 2)
• OTW14/35 Contact tip for 0.9 mm (0.035in.) wire (qty 2 - 1x spare and 1x fitted)
• OTW14/40 Contact tip for 1.0 mm (0.040in.) wire (qty 2)
• Comet Professional Argon Regulator/Flowmeter
• Gas hose, 4.5 m (15ft), Quick connector, 5/8-18UNF
• MMA welding cable kit 3 m (10ft)
• Return cable kit 3m (10ft)
• OK 12.50 0.9mm (0.035in.) × 5 kg (11lb) spool
• Drive roll 0.9 / 1.2mm (0.035in. / 0.045in.) V Groove (fitted)
• Drive roll 0.8 / 1.0mm (0.030in. / 0.040in.) V Groove (spare)
• Drive roll 0.8 / 0.9mm (0.030in. / 0.035in.) V Knurled (spare)
• Guide tube 1.0 mm – 1.2 mm (0.040in. / 0.045in.) (fitted)
• Guide tube 0.6 mm – 0.8 mm (0.023in. / 0.030in.) (spare)
• Key-drive shaft crescent x 2
• Mains cable 3 m (10ft) fixed with plug
• USB with Instruction manual
• Material thickness guide