285028 - Augmented Arc TIG Foot Pedal Simulator

Technical Overview of the Miller 285028 Foot Controller

The Miller 285028 is a specialized foot controller designed specifically for use with the Miller Augmented Arc Augmented Reality Welding System. This component is critical for the simulation of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG) processes within the augmented reality environment. By interfacing directly with the Augmented Arc simulator, this controller allows the system to register user inputs regarding amperage regulation, mimicking the functionality of a standard rheostat-equipped foot pedal found in real-world welding setups.

Supplied in a package of two, these controllers are intended to support multi-user training environments, such as vocational schools, trade unions, and industrial training centers. The device is engineered to replicate the physical resistance, travel distance, and ergonomics of an actual Miller welding foot pedal. This physical fidelity is essential for the psychomotor learning domain, ensuring that the muscle memory developed during simulation translates accurately to live arc welding. The controller connects to the Augmented Arc main unit via a dedicated interface cable, ensuring low-latency signal transmission for real-time feedback in the simulation software.

From a maintenance and procurement perspective, stocking the 285028 ensures minimal downtime for training labs. As a high-touch interface point, foot controllers in educational settings are subject to frequent use. Having these units available as direct replacements or additional stations allows facility managers to maintain full operational capacity for their Augmented Arc systems. The units are built with the durability expected of Miller industrial equipment, despite their application in a simulated environment.

The integration of this foot control into the Augmented Arc curriculum enables the system to grade users on their ability to coordinate heat input (via the pedal) with torch movement and filler metal addition. This multi-variable control is the hallmark of skilled TIG welding, and the Miller 285028 is the hardware interface that makes this advanced training possible without the consumption of gas, tungsten, or base metals.