{"product_id":"lincoln-instruct-arc-extended-reality-welding-trainer-k5630-1","title":"Lincoln Instruct Arc Extended Reality Welding Trainer - K5630-1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal Tools. Real Feedback. Real Results.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Lincoln Electric® Instruct Arc™ Extended Reality Welding Trainer (K5630-1) is the next generation of Lincoln welding education and the successor to the VRTEX® 360. Instruct Arc uses extended reality (XR), a blend of augmented and virtual reality, so students set up real Lincoln Electric guns, torches and machine parameters, then complete weld practice in an immersive environment that looks, sounds and feels closer to live welding. Designed for high schools, technical colleges, workforce development and career training programs, it supports GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, GTAW and oxy-fuel cutting across all skill levels, with built-in curriculum, real-time coaching and performance tracking that help students build technique, muscle memory and confidence before they strike an actual arc. The Instruct Arc Hub (K5631-1) is required for the full LAN-connected experience and is sold separately.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-orders open November 12, 2026. 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