VTREX 360

Experience Welding Training on a Whole New Level with VRTEX Virtual Welding Simulators

Set new standards for hands-on skill-building and welding performance with the integration of Lincoln Electric’s VRTEX® virtual reality welding trainers. From a realistic welding puddle to accurate sounds and movements, what can be learned virtually with a VRTEX welding simulator seamlessly transfers into real-world, hands-on welding.

VRTEX BROCHURE

VRTEX 360 Welding Trainers Features and Benefits

FEATURES:

  • Realistic puddles and *actual welding sounds* help welders learn to respond to and adjust welding techniques.
  • Simulates sparks, slag, grinding and weld cooling.
  • Welding *discontinuities* appear when an improper welding technique is used.
  • Virtual bend test provides results instantly and reveals what causes a weld to pass or fail.
  • Demos of successful welds.
  • Replicates proper machine set-up using a Welding Procedure Specification. (Students must select the gas type, process, gas flow, amperage/voltage and wire-feed speed into the system.)
  • Tracks and scores key weld parameters, including work angle, travel angle, travel speed, distance and position.
  • Encourages more consistent feedback than traditional training.
  • Replay mode (in multiple views) helps instructors and welders identify what went wrong or well.
  • Intuitive software program designed to bridge welding curriculum with hands-on training.

* Exclusive to Lincoln Electric


BENEFITS:

  • Reduce welding training costs
  • Train welders faster
  • Increase certification rates
  • Safer (no metal, sparks, heat, gas or fumes)
  • Two-day free training at manufacturing sites

VRTEX 360 Models

The VRTEX® 360, 360+ and 360 Compact are the most advanced welding training systems on the market. These virtual reality trainers are ideal for basic to advanced welding training. Instructors who integrate VTREX® virtual reality welding trainers into their program can reduce material and energy costs, increase certification rates and accelerate training schedules with this powerful instructional tool.

Please Note: You cannot upgrade from the VRTEX 360 welding simulator to the VRTEX 360+. You must select one model or the other. The 360+ model comes with twice as many tools and coupons as the 360, and different welding processes can be performed on each stand simultaneously.

VRTEX 360 Welding Trainers Details

PROCESSES:

  • GMAW (Short Circuit, Spray and Pulse)
  • GTAW (with Filler, Pulse with Filler, without Filler)
  • FCAW (Gas-Shield, Self-Shield)
  • SMAW (E7018, E6010, E6103)

POSITIONS:

Groove Weld Positions Include:

  • PLATE PA-1G, PC-2G, PF/PG-3G, PE-4G
  • PIPE PC-2G, PH/PJ-5G, H-L045/J-L045-6G

Fillet Weld Positions Include:

  • T-PLATE PB-2F, PF/PG-3F, PD-4F
  • PIPE ON PLATE PB-2F, PD-4F, PH/PJ-5F

Lap Weld Positions Include:

  • PB-2F (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW), PF/PG-3F (SMAW, GMAW), PD-4F (SMAW 6010)

COUPONS:

  • Practice Plate, Pad, Lap Joint, Tee Joint, Groove 3/8 in. (9.5 mm), Groove on 2 in. XXS Pipe (50 mm), Groove on 6 in. Sch 40 Pipe (150 mm), Pipe on Plate

BEND TEST:

  • Simulates welding certification test

MATERIALS:

  • Mild Steel, Aluminum, Stainless Steel

VRTEX Welding Simulator Resources

Welding Training Infographic

 
Blended Welding Guide