INTRODUCTION
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SECTION 3 INTRODUCTION
The ESAB, EMP product family is a new generation of multi-process (MIG/Stick/TIG) welding
power sources.
All Rebel power sources are designed to match the needs of the user. They are tough, durable,
and portable, providing excellent arc performance across a variety of welding applications.
The EMP features a 4.3 in. (11 cm) color TFT (Thin Film Transistor) user interface (UI) 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, any number of functions
could be introduced and customized to give maximum flexibility.
3.1 KEY FEATURES
• Excellent MIG characteristics
• Excellent multi-process, MIG/Stick and Lift/TIG (EMP) welding capabilities
• Automatic recognition of input power with PFC
• Large 4.3 in. (11 cm) high resolution customizable user interface (EMP)
• Rugged case design and internal hardware
• Portable
• High grade cast aluminum wire drive system provides excellent control of drive
roll geometry ensuring smooth, precise wire feeding
• Professional high-grade accessories
3.2 EQUIPMENT
Package consists of the following:
3.2.1 EMP 285ic 1ph
• ESAB EMP 285ic 1ph power source
• Tweco® Spray Master® V250 MIG torch with 15 ft (4.5 m) cable, with 0.032 in,
0.035 in., 0.045 in. (0.8 mm, 0.9 mm, 1.2 mm) contact tips, 5/8” recess nozzle,
• ESAB stick electrode holder, 12 ft (4 m), 300 A
• Ground clamp, 10 ft. (3 m), 300 A
• Victor® Flow Meter with 6 ft (2 m) gas hose
• ESAB OK AristoRod™ premium solid wire 0.035 in. (0.9 mm) 11# spool
• ESAB Atom Arc Acclaim 1/8 in. premium stick electrodes 1# sample pack
• Drive rollers: 0.035 in. (0.9 mm) to 0.045 mm (1.2 mm) V-Groove, 0.045 in. (1.2
mm) to 0.052 mm (1.4 mm) Knurled
• Guide tubes: 0.030 in. (0.8 mm) to 0.062 mm (1.6 mm) Solid Wire
• Thickness gauge tool