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K4602-3 - VRTEX 360 Plus Dual-User VR Welding Simulator System

Packaging: 1 Per Ea
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OVERVIEW

Advanced Virtual Reality Training for Modern Workforce Development

The Lincoln Electric VRTEX© 360+ Dual User Virtual Reality Welding Training Simulator (K4602-3) represents the pinnacle of educational technology in the welding industry. Designed to bridge the skills gap and accelerate welder training, this system offers a sophisticated, dual-user interface that allows two students to engage in immersive training exercises simultaneously on a single unit. This capability significantly enhances classroom throughput and optimizes capital investment for vocational schools, unions, and industrial training centers.

The VRTEX 360+ is engineered to replicate the physics and visual cues of real-world welding with exceptional fidelity. It supports multiple welding processes, including Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW). The system's software is calibrated to provide realistic puddle behavior, responding dynamically to the user's technique. This allows trainees to understand the critical relationship between machine settings—such as amperage, voltage, wire-feed speed, and gas flow—and the resulting weld quality, all without consuming expensive raw materials like steel plates, electrodes, or shielding gas.

From a procurement and operational standpoint, the K4602-3 delivers substantial ROI. By moving the initial phases of muscle memory development into a virtual environment, organizations can reduce material waste and energy consumption. The unit includes a comprehensive suite of educational resources, including the K3205-1 SMAW curriculum, K3206-1 GMAW/FCAW curriculum, and project-based lesson guides for both students and instructors. The integrated virtual bend test feature provides immediate, data-driven assessment of weld integrity, allowing for rapid iteration and skill refinement. Shipped in a robust wooden crate, this system is a turnkey solution for modernizing welding education programs.

Additional Information
Brand:Lincoln Electric
Packaging Description:1 Per Ea
Process Type:Stick (SMAW), MIG (GMAW), Flux-Cored (FCAW)
Applications:Education, Vocational Training, Industrial Screening, Workforce Development
Included Components:Curriculum, Workbooks, Instructor Guide, Crate

INCLUDED

  • K3205-1 First Edition - SMAW Welding Training Curriculum
  • K3206-1 First Edition - GMAW/FCAW Welding Training Curriculum
  • K4057-1 VRTEX Project Based Lesson 1 - Student Workbook
  • K4057-2 VRTEX Project Based Lesson 1 - Instructor Guide
  • VRTEX 360+ Dual User Unit
  • Heavy-duty wooden shipping crate

APPLICATIONS

  • Vocational and Technical Schools
  • Trade Union Training Centers
  • Industrial Workforce Screening
  • High School Shop Programs
  • Advanced Manufacturing Training

FAQ

The Dual User model allows two students to train simultaneously on a single machine, doubling the training capacity and throughput compared to single-user simulators.

No, the system is entirely virtual. It does not use real gas, welding wire, or metal coupons, resulting in significant cost savings on consumables.

The VRTEX 360+ supports training for SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), and FCAW (Flux-Cored) welding processes.

Yes, it tracks and scores key parameters including work angle, travel angle, travel speed, arc length/distance, and position, providing instant feedback.

Yes, it includes the First Edition SMAW and GMAW/FCAW welding training curriculums, along with student workbooks and instructor guides.

The simulation is highly realistic, featuring accurate puddle physics, real welding sounds, sparks, slag, and even virtual bend tests to check for weld integrity.

The VRTEX 360+ Dual User simulator (K4602-3) ships in a heavy-duty wooden crate to ensure protection during transport.

Yes, the system features a virtual bend test that instantly displays results, helping you understand the internal quality of your weld.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

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