Any compare ARC123 vs vertex 360

By pipewelder_1999 (****)

Date 12-11-2012 16:35

I have compared these,on paper and they are two different levels of equipment however I am curious if anyone has had hands on experience with both?

http://www.123arc.com

I am aware of the differences as documented but more interested in the usefulness for travel speed, angle, arc length/eso.

Thanks

Gerald Austin

By Lawrence (*****)

Date 12-12-2012 04:22

The Lincoln is by far the best "simulator" in my opinion.

However. EWI has a similar system that records data and provides feedback in a true hotwork environment! And I like it even more.

I have tried all thoroughly...

I do not believe any of the "green" literature that suggests these tools will save money or carbon footprint.. The up front cost is too high...

I do believe that if they are used correctly, that students can complete entry level courswork at a higher level of competency if they use these new specialty tools.. There is value in that... But others need to judge how much.

By pipewelder_1999 (****)

Date 12-12-2012 11:20

I tried the vertex at a demo here and thought it a useful tool but far from a good value. The arc123 is in the 5-6 k range and is only a single process and I was wondering if anyone had used it.

One of the variables some of my students have a hard time controlling is work and travel angle while making fillet welds.

Thanks

Gerald