VRTEX 360 Compact

Welding

Item Number:

K4914-20

Make Virtual Welding Training Smarter, Faster and More Efficient

Discover virtual welding training in a new, compact size

Lincoln Electric's new VRTEX^® 360 Compact tabletop virtual reality welding simulator is small and portable making it easy to use in multiple environments.

The cost-effective small-sized solution offers superior graphics, which creates the most realistic and responsive welding puddle available. Experience full immersion with accurate sounds and movements. The new VRTEX^® 360 Compact welding simulator seamlessly transfers to real-world, hands-on welding training.

The first virtual welding trainer with optional cutting mode

The VRTEX^® 360 Compact welding simulator offers welding training and optional thermal oxy-fuel cutting training in one virtual device. This unique feature enables students also to experience torch cutting in a virtual environment. Every aspect of the thermal oxy-fuel cutting feature addresses real-world cutting applications – from setting up the torch to executing the cut.

Life-like Welding Environment

Realistic puddle and actual welding sound helps welders learn to respond and adjust welding technique.
Simulates sparks, slag, grinding and weld cooling.
Welding discontinuities appear when improper welding technique is used.
Virtual bend test provides results instantly and reveals what causes a weld to pass or fail.

Smarter

Compact size, small footprint, mobile use, intelligent software features.

Efficient

High training quality, rapid training progress, faster fit for real welding, fast set-up, just plug-in & train.

Safer

No metal, sparks, heat, gas and fume. Less risks and accidents, remote learning capabilities via video streaming, optional hygienic training approach.

Multi-Use

Flexible use and different welding training modes, Thermal Oxy-fuel Cutting as add-on feature.

Reinforcement for Students

Demos of successful welds.
Replicates proper machine set-up using a Welding Procedure Specification. Students must select gas type, process, gas flow, amperage/voltage and wire-feed speed in the system.
Tracks and scores key weld parameters including work angle, travel angle, travel speed, distance and position.

Features

Retractable SMAW stick stinger, GMAW/FCAW gun and GTAW TIG torch, filler metal and adaptive foot pedal devices realistically simulate the look, feel and action of actual guns and torches.
Practice flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead 5G and 6G on mild steel, aluminum, stainless steel.
Extremely realistic weld puddle is visually and audibly responsive to operator behavior, helping welders learn when to adjust welding technique. Welding discontinuities appear when improper technique is used.
Tracks and scores key weld parameters, including work angle, travel angle, travel speed, distance and position.
Virtual bend test provides results instantly and reveals what causes a weld to pass or fail.
Demo, Replay& Lesson Mode mode helps instructors and welders identify what went wrong or well.
Simulates sparks, slag, grinding and weld cooling.

Benefits

Improves efficiency by accelerating students’ progress, reducing time required to up-skill
Reduces costs by eliminating use of consumables, metal coupons, gas, and electricity
Increases safety with no metal, sparks, heat, gas or fumes
Allows for more practice which creates efficiency and a quicker route to certification
Ultimately, boosts student confidence quickly
The Oxy-Fuel Cutting feature enables welding instructors and students to experience torch cutting in a virtual environment

System Overview

System includes: touchscreen monitor, VR-headset, welding tools for all processes, and welding pole with all positions.

Easy Setup

Easy, quick and intuitive set-up
Plug-in & train
Mobile stand with adjustable clamp
Adjustable stand with a variety of different modes including 5G and 6G
Flexible use and different welding training modes
One device for welding & thermal oxyfuel cutting training
Remote learning: stream VRTEX use
Video of set-up

Compact Size

For mobile and remote use
Dimensions: height 15.1" (38.2 cm), length 18.2" (46.2 cm), width 11.6 (29.4 cm)
Small footprint, easy to transport
Cost-effective for multiple stations
Pelican Cases Available for transport

Immersive Experience

Three virtual environments take welders to the weld booth, a shipyard and a pipe processing plant.

21" touchscreen & VR-Headset
Custom monitor for touch screen interaction
Easy and fast set-up and connection
Prepares users for transition to real-world welding training
Ultra light, ultra-immersive, cutting edge VR technology
Realistic visuals, immersive sounds, comfortable and adjustable
System can also be used without VR-headset

Stand

Stand for virtual realweld simulations
Simulated processes: GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, SMAW
Practice flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead
Optional large welding stand as purchase add-on
+ Application videos

Coupons

For simulation of GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, SMAW processes
Realistic simulated base materials: mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum are standard on all machines
Measurement default to Metric
Application video training with varying coupons

VR Welding Devices

GMAW / FCAW – MIG wire welding gun
SMAW – Retractable stick stinger
GTAW – TIG torch

Curriculum & Trainings

GMAW, SMAW & FCAW curriculum books (Delivered on USB)
Free two-day training
Welding procedure specification booklet (WPS) for proper machine set-up
Available in print and electronic form

Available Add-Ons

VRTEX^® 360 Compact Travel Case Set (K4915-1)

VRTEX^® 360 Compact Travel Case Set includes 2 heavy-duty Pelican brand carrying cases to house the VRTEX machine and all accessories.

Heavy-duty, transportable cases that house all components of the VRTEX^® 360 Compact system.
Dimensions and packing instructions assure weight limitations for air travel are compliant.

Oxy-Fuel Cutting

Designed to address real-world cutting applications from setting up the torch to executing the cut
Instant feedback provided on the scoring screen

VRTEX^® 360 Compact Stand Kit (K4916-1)

Optional, large welding stand meant to compliment the VRTEX^® 360 Compact virtual reality trainer. Includes monitor mount, welding table and arm, adjustable pole and weighted base.

Cutting & Analysis

Similar to other VRTEX^® virtual trainers, each cutting exercise allows users access to visual cues to assist with aim, angle, distance and speed
Feedback is provided on the laser scoring screen with every single line of data on the chart representing the performance parameter of individual techniqu

VRTEX Tabletop Armrest (K4917-1)

Optional item for VRTEX^® 360 Compact model.

Cutting Set-Up Procedures

Select quick connect valves & fuel pressures in proper safety sequence
Fuel choices include Propane or Acetylene
Step-by-step torch lighting sequence follows safety protocols and reinforces the importance of reading the flame