K5636-1 - Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 262MP Educational One-Pak Multi-Process Welder

Professional Grade Multi-Process Welding for Education

The Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 262MP Educational One-Pak (K5636-1) is a comprehensive welding solution designed specifically for vocational training and educational environments. This 300-amp machine delivers professional-grade performance across a wide range of processes, including MIG, Pulsed MIG, Stick, Flux-Cored, and DC TIG welding. By combining versatility with advanced user-friendly technology, the 262MP serves as an ideal platform for teaching modern welding techniques. The unit operates on single-phase input power ranging from 208V to 575V, making it adaptable to various facility power configurations without the need for complex rewiring.

Advanced Digital Interface and ArcFX Technology

At the heart of the POWER MIG 262MP is a vibrant 7-inch color display that revolutionizes the interaction between the operator and the machine. This interface features Lincoln's patented ArcFX technology, which provides instant graphical feedback on how changes in Wire Feed Speed and Voltage affect the weld profile. This visual aid is invaluable in an educational setting, allowing students to conceptualize the relationship between parameters and weld bead geometry before striking an arc. Additionally, the Ready.Set.Weld® feature simplifies setup by automatically suggesting optimal parameters based on material thickness and wire type, reducing the learning curve for novices while ensuring consistent results.

Superior Aluminum and Pulse Capabilities

The 262MP excels in advanced applications often found in modern industry. It features a dedicated Aluminum Pulse Process designed to produce superior quality welds on 4XXX and 5XXX series aluminum, minimizing porosity and improving bead appearance. The machine also includes built-in Pulsed MIG and Pulsed DC TIG circuitry. Pulsed MIG mode modulates the current between peak and background levels, offering better heat input control and enabling out-of-position welding without a slag system. For TIG welding, the pulse feature helps minimize burn-through on thin materials, a critical skill for students to master. The machine is also spool gun and push-pull gun ready, with electronics built-in to support all three methods of aluminum feeding.

Complete Educational Package

The "Educational One-Pak" configuration ensures that institutions receive a turnkey solution. The package includes the heavy-duty Dual Cylinder Cart (K3676-1) for easy mobility and gas management, a Magnum PRO 250L MIG gun, a TIG Torch Ready-Pak with adapter, a Foot Amptrol for precise TIG heat control, and a stick electrode holder. The inclusion of the rugged MAXTRAC® Industrial Wire Drive system guarantees constant wire feed speed and consistent welds, reducing downtime caused by feeding issues. With Weld Set Memory, instructors can save and recall specific procedures for demonstrations or testing, streamlining the classroom workflow.