ESAB Renegade ET 210i TIG Welder
The ESAB Renegade ET 210i is an excellent choice for welders who need a highly portable, DC-only TIG and Stick machine without sacrificing arc quality or control.
- Rated output
- 5–210 A
- Duty cycle
- 60% at 150A
- Steel window
- 0.5–5.3 mm
- Mass
- 14.5 lbs (6.6 kg)
- Ultra-portable TIG power
- Precision pulse control
- Dual-voltage flexibility
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Running it
The ESAB Renegade ET 210i is a compact, portable TIG welder built for professionals and serious hobbyists who need reliable arc performance without hauling around a bulky machine. Weighing in at a fraction of the size of traditional TIG units, this inverter-based welder delivers up to 210 amps of clean, stable output on both AC and DC, making it equally at home welding aluminum, stainless steel, mild steel, or chromoly. Its rugged, lightweight housing is designed to survive job site abuse, tool trucks, and shop floors alike, while the ergonomic carry handle and compact footprint make it easy to move from bay to bay or job to job. ESAB engineered the Renegade ET 210i to bridge the gap between shop-grade capability and field-ready portability, so users no longer have to sacrifice power for convenience. At the heart of the Renegade ET 210i is ESAB's advanced inverter technology, which provides an exceptionally smooth arc start and precise control throughout the weld puddle. The unit features adjustable AC balance and frequency controls, allowing welders to fine-tune penetration and cleaning action when working with aluminum, a critical capability for fabricators who move between ferrous and non-ferrous materials on a regular basis. Pulse settings are also included, giving users the ability to manage heat input on thin materials to reduce warping and burn-through. The intuitive digital display and simplified control layout mean that adjustments can be made quickly, without digging through complicated menus, so welders can stay focused on the joint in front of them rather than fighting with the machine. Durability and ease of use are recurring themes throughout the Renegade ET 210i's design. It runs on standard 120V or 240V input power, giving it flexibility for use in home garages, mobile welding rigs, or full production shops without requiring specialized electrical setups. The unit is compatible with a wide range of TIG torches and accessories, and ESAB backs it with a strong industry warranty, reflecting confidence in its internal components and build quality. Whether it's being used for precision aerospace-grade welds, automotive bodywork, custom fabrication, or repair work in the field, the Renegade ET 210i offers the kind of dependable, high-performance TIG welding experience that ESAB is known for, packaged into a machine small enough to fit in the back of a truck and tough enough to handle daily use.
The ESAB Renegade ET 210i is an excellent choice for welders who need a highly portable, DC-only TIG and Stick machine without sacrificing arc quality or control. Its digital interface, pulse capability, and dual-voltage flexibility make it ideal for mobile fabricators, hobbyists, and field service technicians working primarily with steel and stainless steel. The lack of AC output for aluminum TIG is its main limitation, but within its intended scope, this machine delivers outstanding performance and reliability in a remarkably compact package.
The full plate
As stated by the manufacturer, 5 lines.
| Output Range | 5-210A DC |
|---|---|
| Weight | 14.5 lbs (6.6 kg) |
| Input Voltage | 120V/240V single phase |
| Pulse Frequency | 0.2-200 Hz |
| Duty Cycle | 60% at 150A |
What holds up
- Extremely portable for a full-featured TIG unit
- Smooth, stable arc even at low amperages
- Digital display simplifies parameter dialing-in
- Runs on standard household or shop power
- Robust build quality typical of ESAB engineering
- Pulse function great for thin gauge stainless and aluminum prep work
What costs you
- No AC output, so no direct aluminum TIG welding
- Foot pedal sold separately, adds to total cost
- Limited duty cycle at max amperage compared to larger machines
- Small water-cooled torch compatibility is limited
Stated features
- 210A DC output for TIG and Stick welding
- Compact, lightweight design (approx. 14.5 lbs)
- Digital display for real-time amperage and voltage monitoring
- Adjustable pulse TIG welding (0.2–200 Hz)
- Dual voltage input (120V/240V) with auto-sensing
- Compatible with foot pedal and hand amptrol controls
- Lift TIG and HF start TIG ignition options
- IP23S rated for job site durability
4 people who bought it
I do a lot of on-site stainless repairs and this machine has been a game changer. The digital display makes dialing in amperage fast, and the arc start is crisp every time. Highly recommend for mobile welders.
Performance on steel and stainless is fantastic — smooth arc, great pulse control. My only gripe is no AC output, so I still need a separate machine for aluminum work.
Small enough to store on a shelf but powerful enough for real fabrication work. The pulse settings helped me clean up my welds on thin wall tubing significantly.
Wish the foot pedal came standard given the price point, but overall the welder itself is excellent. Very stable arc and easy to transport between job sites.
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