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PRODUCT UPDATE – TOUGH GUN TA3 MIG Gun Offering Available for Panasonic TM-2000

PRODUCT UPDATE —
TOUGH GUN TA3 MIG Gun Offering Available for Panasonic TM-2000

Image of TA3 Robotic Air-Cooled MIG Gun

June 8, 2016 

Tregaskiss is pleased to announce that the TOUGH GUN® TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG gun offering has now been expanded to include configurations for the Panasonic® TM-2000 robot model. 
 

Available Resources

Click here to learn more about the TOUGH GUN TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG gun. 


    DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – PER-2510 Motor

    DISCONTINUED PRODUCT — PER-2510 Air Motor for the TOUGH GARD Spatter Cleaner

    June 6, 2016

    Effective immediately, the PER-2510 air motor for the discontinued TOUGH GARD® spatter cleaner is no longer available through Tregaskiss.

    As a result, the PER-2599 kit will no longer include the PER-2510 air motor (please see revised PER-2599 kit parts breakdown below).

    This Fiam® air motor may be available directly through another vendor (list provided below):

    Fiam® Air Motor Model NumberPart Number
    28M100D-3/8-24UNF 185609008

    Vendors:

    • Fiam – Worldwide Distribution
    • ASG, Division of Jergens, Inc. – Cleveland, OH, USA
    • Euroflex – Markham, ON, Canada

    Revised PER-2599 Kit Parts Breakdown

    PER 2599
    ItemPart NumberDescriptionQtyLength
    1PER-2511Motor Clamp Detail1
    3PER-2611Spatter Shield Plate, Inner1
    4F1-M6X1-25BM6x1x25mm LG SHCS, Black Oxide3
    5F2-M4X.7-6BM4x.7x6mm LG SHCS, Black Oxide4
    7TR-22315/16″ x 1/8″ NPT QC1
    8ER-2700ER Reamer Pneumatic Kit1
    Not ShownRed TapeElectrical Red Tape, 18mm Wide4.5″


    Click here
    to download the archived M075 TOUGH GARD spatter cleaner technical guide. 

    Access a complete list of available and discontinued replacement parts for the TOUGH GARD spatter cleaner here.


      NEW PRODUCT – TOUGH GUN Reamer Stand

      NEW PRODUCT —
      TOUGH GUN Reamer Stand

      Image of side of TOUGH GUN Reamer on Reamer Stand

      Tregaskiss proudly announces its new TOUGH GUN® reamer stand. This simple fixed height durable stand is compatible with all TOUGH GUN TT3 and TT3E reamer models and can be ordered to a custom height between 18 and 45 inches. This new simplified design also allows for quick installation and new lower pricing.

      Click here to learn more.

        NEW PRODUCT – TOUGH GUN TT3E Reamer

        NEW PRODUCT — 
        TOUGH GUN TT3E Reamer

        March 26, 2016

        Image of a Tregaskiss TT3E Reamer

        Tregaskiss is pleased to announce the new TOUGH GUN® TT3E reamer robotic nozzle cleaning station offering the same high levels of durability, serviceability and repeatability now further enhanced by digital Ethernet communications that better integrate this unit into the digital controls infrastructure of your facility.

        Enjoy greater control optimization, remote monitoring capability, and faster troubleshooting of all discrete TOUGH GUN reamer I/O functions to facilitate increased productivity in your robotic welding applications.

        Automating spatter removal will help to extend the life of your robotic MIG guns and consumables, benefiting both your bottom line and production uptime and throughput.

          PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Trigger Control Plug Housing

          PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT –
          Trigger Control Plug Housing on BTB MIG Guns

          November 23, 2015

          Bernard has redesigned the trigger control plug housing on located on the rear strain relief as well as the trigger control plug connection on BTB MIG guns. This change provides an internal connection which is more durable and also allows the strain relief to fit more easily into various feeders from major manufacturers. The double-life MIG gun system also known as the “flip-flop” for T series straight handles is still compatible with this change.
           

          Frequently Asked Questions

          Did any part numbers change?

          Answer: Yes, part numbers have changed. Please reference the charts below for new part numbers for the trigger control plug housing and trigger control plugs.

          Trigger Control Plug Housing DescriptionOld Part NumberNew Part Number
          Standard – B & O Series Handles416-51810053
          Standard – T Series Straight Handle416-51810052
          Dual Schedule416-131810054

          Please see the chart below for trigger control part numbers based on the gun model. Example: Q2015AB8CMC

          Power PinOld Part NumberNew Part Number
          B (Bernard®)N/AN/A
          E (Euro)N/AN/A
          L (Lincoln®)419-6SCL2N
          M (Miller®)419-4Trigger control plug housing includes trigger control plug
          O (OXO™)419-7SCX1N
          S (Tweco® #4 – Lincoln Lead)419-6SCL2N
          R (Tweco® #4 – Miller Lead)419-4Trigger control plug housing includes trigger control plug
          T (Tweco® #4 – Standard Lead)419-8SCT1N
          U (Tweco® #4 – NAS Plug)419-7SCX1N
          W (Tweco® #5 – Standard Lead)419-8SCT1N
          X (Tweco® #5 – Miller Lead)419-4Trigger control plug housing includes trigger control plug

          How can you tell the difference between the old version and the new 2015 design?

          Answer: New 2015 design will have an internal connection. See Figure below: 

          Image of old trigger control plug housing
          Old version
          Image of redesigned the trigger control plug housing
          New 2015 design

            PRODUCT UPDATE – Expanded TOUGH GUN TA3 MIG Gun Offering

            PRODUCT UPDATE —
            Expanded TOUGH GUN TA3 MIG Gun Offering

            Image of a TOUGH GUN TA3 Robotic Air Cooled MIG Gun on a Motoman robot

            July 8, 2015  

            Tregaskiss is pleased to announce that the TOUGH GUN® TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG gun offering has been expanded to include configurations for FANUC® M710iC-12L and Kawasaki® BA006N robot models. 
             

            Available Resources

            Click here to learn more about the TOUGH GUN TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG gun. 


              PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Changes to Heavy Duty (HD) Nozzle Crimping

              PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT –
              Heavy Duty (HD) Nozzle Crimping

              January 16, 2015

              Image of two Tregaskiss nozzles showing change to crimp
              Old crimp (shown left) New crimp (shown right)

              Tregaskiss has improved the crimp on our heavy duty (HD) nozzle offering. The profile on the crimping dies that form the ring crimp has been narrowed from a pad length of 0.450″ to a pad length of 0.390″ (see image below). This change significantly improves the quality of the crimp since it allows for enhanced integrity of the nozzle insulator.

              Affected Part Numbers

              • 401-6-50
              • 401-87-56
              • 401-92-62
              • 401-49-62
              • 401-91-62
              • 401-81-62
              • 401-87-62
              • 401-49-62
              • 401-48-62
              • 401-88-62
              • 401-51-62
              • 401-71-62
              • 401-72-62
              • 401-6-62
              • 401-50-62
              • 401-7-62
              • 401-5-62
              • 401-6-75
              • 401-7-75
              • 401-5-75
              • 401-7-87
              • 401-10-87
              • 401-41-62
              • 401-14-62
              • 401-52-62
              • 401-19-62
              • 401-41-75
              • 451-1-62
              • 451-61-62
              • 451-81-62
              • 451-87-62

              Click here to download the TOUGH LOCK® consumables spec sheet in PDF format for more detailed nozzle information. 

                DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – Roughneck MIG Guns

                DISCONTINUED PRODUCTS –
                Miller Roughneck C-Series MIG Guns

                Effective April 30, 2015 Miller Electric Mfg. Co. discontinued the Roughneck® C-Series MIG gun series and replaced them with Bernard® BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns. Miller Electric will continue to offer consumables and replacement parts for the Roughneck C-Series MIG guns.

                Please see the cross reference chart below to find the replacement Bernard BTB MIG gun part numbers for the Roughneck C-Series MIG guns:

                Miller Stock NumberRoughneck Gun Model NumberBernard BTB MIG Gun Replacement Part NumberGun Length
                194751C-3010

                Q3010TE5EMC

                10 ft. (3 m)
                194752C-3012Q3012TE5EMC

                12 ft (3.7 m)

                194753

                C-3015

                Q3015TE5EMC

                15 ft (4.6 m)
                194754C-4010

                Q4010TE5EMC

                10 ft. (3 m)
                194755

                C-4012

                Q4012TE5EMC

                12 ft. (3.7 m)

                194756

                C-4015 Q4015TE5EMC15 ft (4.6 m)

                194757

                C-5010

                S5010GH5IMC

                10 ft (3 m)

                194758

                C-5012

                S5012GH5IMC12 ft. (3.7 m)
                194759 C-5015

                S5015GH5IMC

                15 ft. (4.6 m)

                Where To Order

                Certain products are only available for purchase from Miller Electric while others are available from either Miller Electric or Bernard. Please see the reference chart below which indicates where you can place an order for the guns, parts and consumables:

                PRODUCT

                WHERE TO BUY

                FasTip™ Consumables

                Miller Electric Mfg. Co.

                Quik Tip™ Consumables

                Miller Electric Mfg. Co. or Bernard

                Roughneck® Replacement Parts

                Miller Electric Mfg. Co.

                Bernard BTB MIG Guns

                Miller Electric Mfg. Co. or Bernard

                Bernard BTB MIG Gun Replacement Parts

                Miller Electric Mfg. Co. or Bernard

                To place an order through Miller Customer Service:  please contact us via phone: 866-931-9730, fax: 800-637-2315 or email orders@millerwelds.com

                To place an order through Bernard Customer Service:  please contact us via phone: 1-855-MIGWELD (644-9353), fax: 888-946-67-26 or email cs@itwmig.com

                Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

                If you are unable to find the answer you are seeking in the following FAQs, please contact the Miller and Bernard Customer Service Teams.

                1.  Q: Can I use Miller FasTip™ Consumables on the replacement Bernard BTB MIG Guns?

                A:  Although we recommend the use of Bernard Quik Tip™ Consumables, users can install the FasTip diffuser on Bernard Best of the Best BTB MIG Guns and use FasTip Consumables (contact tips, nozzles).  Users will need to order a neck insulator part # 4523R  for use on Bernard BTB MIG Guns when using FasTip Consumables. Please use the FasTip consumable chart below as a reference:

                FasTip Consumables
                 300 amp400 amp500 amp

                Contact Tip*

                M206188

                M206190

                Diffuser

                M206195

                Nozzle

                M198855

                M199618

                Insulator

                4523R

                 * Based on wire size range 0.045″ – 1/16″

                2.  Q: Can I use Miller Roughneck Liners on Bernard BTB MIG Guns?

                A:  No, Users will need to order Bernard Universal Conventional Liners for Bernard BTB MIG Guns. Miller Roughneck Liners are not compatible on Bernard BTB MIG Guns.

                3.  Q: Can I use Bernard™ Quik Tip™ Consumables on existing Roughneck MIG Guns?

                A:  Yes, the Quik Tip Consumable Series (contact tip, diffuser, nozzle) can be installed on Miller Roughneck MIG Guns. Users will need to order neck insulator part # 10012 to use on their Roughneck MIG Gun when using Bernard Quik Tip Consumables. Please use the consumable chart below as a reference:

                Quik Tip Consumables
                 300 amp400 amp500 amp

                Contact Tip*

                T1045

                T1116

                Diffuser

                D118Q

                D114Q

                Nozzle

                N1C58Q

                N1C34HQ

                Insulator

                10012

                *Based on wire size range 0.045″ – 1/16″

                4.  Q: Can I use Bernard Universal Conventional Liners on existing Roughneck MIG Guns?

                A: No, Users will still need to order Miller Roughneck Liners for existing Roughneck MIG Guns. Bernard Universal Conventional Liners are not compatible with existing Roughneck MIG Guns.

                5.  Q: Why does my Miller FasTip diffuser not thread on correctly to a Bernard BTB MIG Gun?

                A:  A change to the thread on the FasTip diffuser was made on February 13, 2015 to be compatible with Bernard BTB MIG Guns. The new style diffuser has a large Miller logo roll mark compared to the old style diffuser that has a small Miller logo rollmark. To differentiate between the old and new style diffusers please see the comparison images below:

                Image showing the difference between the old and new style FasTip diffusers

                6.  Q: How does a Miller Roughneck Gun compare to a Bernard BTB MIG Gun?

                A:  Please see full gun comparison images below of the Roughneck C-Series MIG Gun (bottom) and Bernard BTB MIG Gun (top):

                Miller RoughNeck guns

                  PRODUCT UPDATE – Spray Containment

                  PRODUCT UPDATE —
                  Spray Containment

                  Image of a Tregaskiss spray containment

                  June 23, 2015

                  A perfect addition to the TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer

                  This innovative spray containment unit from Tregaskiss helps prevent air contamination by catching anti-spatter overspray in its sealed basin, improving the air quality of the working environment and maintaining the cleanliness of the weld cell.

                  Spray Containment Part Numbers

                  TS-1000-01for use with Tregaskiss® Heavy Duty (HD) Nozzles (excluding 3/4″ bore)
                  TS-1000-02for use with Tregaskiss Standard Duty (SD) Nozzles
                  TS-1000-03for use with Tregaskiss Heavy Duty Nozzles with 3/4″ bore
                  TS-1000-04for use with Tregaskiss Heavy Duty Bottleneck Nozzles
                  TS-1000-05for use with Tregaskiss Standard Duty Bottleneck Nozzles

                  Not sure what type of nozzle you have? Download the Tregaskiss nozzles spec sheet in PDF format.

                  Click here to learn more about the spray containment unit.

                    DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – TOUGH GARD Spatter Cleaner Robotic Nozzle Cleaning Station

                    DISCONTINUED PRODUCT — TOUGH GARD Spatter Cleaner Robotic Nozzle Cleaning Station

                    Image of a TOUGH GARD nozzle cleaning station that has been discontinued

                    December 31, 2014

                    The TOUGH GARD® spatter cleaner has been discontinued as of December 31, 2014. Replacement parts will continue to be available until December 31, 2015. Prices and availability of these replacement parts are subject to change without notice.

                    Consider an upgrade to the TOUGH GUN® TT3 (analog) or TT3E (Ethernet) reamer robotic nozzle cleaning station from Tregaskiss. Click here to learn more.

                    Click here to download the M075 TOUGH GARD spatter cleaner technical guide.


                      PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Bernard Conventional Liners

                      PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT –
                      Bernard Conventional Liners

                      Image of Bernard conventional liners

                       
                      Bernard has implemented a material change to all Bernard conventional liners. All liners were previously produced from high carbon music wire. All liners will now be produced from high carbon music wire with tin zinc plated coating.

                      Liners are still available in lengths of up to 25 feet (7.6 m) for various wire sizes. Part numbers will remain the same as released on June 2, 2014.

                      Please see the chart below for part numbers and wire sizes:

                      Wire SizeLiner Color15′ (4.57 m)25′ (7.62 m)

                      0.023″- 0.030″

                      Yellow

                      L1A-15

                      L1A-25

                      0.030″- 0.035″

                      Green

                      L2A-15

                      L2A-25

                      0.035″- 0.045″

                      White

                      L3A-15*

                      L3A-25*

                      0.045″- 1/16″

                      Red

                      L4A-15**

                      L4A-25**

                      5/64″

                      Blue

                      L6A-15

                      L6A-25

                      3/32″

                      Grey

                      L7A-15

                      L7A-25

                      7/64″ – 1/8″

                      Black

                      L8A-15

                      L8A-25

                      *Standard Liner for 0.035″-0.045″ Guns
                      **Standard Liner for 1/16″ Guns


                        DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – Manual Products

                        DISCONTINUED PRODUCT –
                        Manual Products: Cable Connectors, Lugs and Splicers

                        As of August 4, 2014, the manual product line (cable connectors, lugs and splicers) from Bernard has been discontinued.

                        Bernard has transitioned these products to a new supplier! Customers can contact Hopkin Manufacturing directly to place orders for these products.

                        Hopkin Manufacturing: +1-800-524-1458 | hopkinsmfg.com 


                          NEW PRODUCT – TOUGH GUN TA3 Robotic Air-Cooled MIG Gun

                          NEW PRODUCT —
                          TOUGH GUN TA3 Robotic Air-Cooled MIG Gun

                          Image of a TOUGH GUN TA3 Robotic Air Cooled MIG Gun on a Motoman robot

                          October 31, 2014

                          Tregaskiss is pleased to bring you the TOUGH GUN® TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG gun. Designed for today’s through-arm style robots, the TOUGH GUN TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG gun combines the most valuable options of our TOUGH GUN ThruArm™ G1 and G2 series platforms – including our low-stress robotic (LSR) unicable – along with new features for increased strength and durability.

                          • Re-engineered neck clamp improves durability and consistency of clamping force
                          • Additional standard necks expand the tool center point options and variety of working envelopes
                          • Direct replacement for TOUGH GUN ThruArm G1 series robotic MIG guns
                          • Features a precision-engineered keyway system for accurate alignment and quick replacement
                          • Available as a complete package – from the power pin to the contact tip
                          • Compatible with TOUGH LOCK® consumables and the QUICK LOAD® liner AutoLength™ system
                          • Wire brake, air blast and TOUGH GUN I.C.E.® technology are available options for select models

                            NEW PRODUCT – Bernard Clean Air Fume Extraction Gun

                            NEW PRODUCT –
                            Bernard Clean Air Fume Extraction Gun

                            New Clean Air™ Fume Extraction Series

                            Reduce smoke at the source with an industrial-duty fume extraction gun that is comparable in size and weight to a regular welding gun.

                            Image of Clean-Air Fume Extraction MIG Gun

                            Learn more on the Clean Air™ fume extraction gun product page


                              NEW PRODUCT – TOUGH GUN CA3 Robotic Air-Cooled MIG Gun

                              NEW PRODUCT —
                              TOUGH GUN CA3 Robotic Air-Cooled MIG Gun

                              October 31, 2014

                              Image of Tregaskiss TOUGH GUN CA3 robotic MIG gun with 45 degree neck

                              Tregaskiss is pleased to bring you the TOUGH GUN® CA3 robotic air-cooled MIG gun. Designed for high-volume production environments, the TOUGH GUN CA3 robotic air-cooled MIG gun combines the most valuable product features of our TOUGH GUN G1 and G2 series platforms, along with performance improvements in our unicable technology that extends service life.

                              Fully configurable, TOUGH GUN CA3 MIG guns are engineered for precision, durability, accuracy, repeatability, minimal downtime and fast and easy maintenance.

                              • New replaceable conventional unicable design offers extended service life (up to 2x) and ease of serviceability
                                • New dual layer cable outer jacket, re-engineered cable guide and increased copper content contribute to extended service life
                              • Re-engineered neck clamp improves durability and consistency of clamping force
                              • Additional standard necks and mounting arms expand tool center point options and working envelopes
                              • Direct replacement for TOUGH GUN G1 Series MIG Guns
                              • Compatible with TOUGH LOCK® consumables and the QUICK LOAD® liner AutoLength™ system
                              • Wire brake, air blast and TOUGH GUN I.C.E.® technology are available options

                                PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Electronic Check Valve and Mounting Bracket Added to the TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer

                                PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT —
                                Electronic Check Valve and Mounting Bracket Added to the TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer

                                August 11, 2014

                                Image of TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer with Electronic Check Valve and Mounting Bracket

                                An electronic check valve and mounting bracket have been added to the TOUGH GUN® TT3 reamer. This improvement provides added protection against leakage from the sprayer reservoir.  

                                Since this addition affects the wiring slightly, updated wiring diagram instructions are provided with every affected unit.

                                A TOUGH GUN TT3 reamer sprayer valve retrofit kit (part #TT3-500R) is available for units manufactured prior to August 11, 2014.

                                How Do I Know If I Need to Retrofit My Reamer?

                                If your TOUGH GUN TT3 reamer:

                                • has a spray head that pools or leaks anti-spatter once the system is primed;
                                • has an elevated multi-feed / bulkfeed source (drum / pail located on top of the mezzanine);
                                • is mounted on an angle (baseplate is not parallel with the floor);

                                you will require the TOUGH GUN TT3 reamer sprayer valve retrofit kit #TT3-500R to fix any issues that you may be experiencing. Installation of this kit should take approximately 15 minutes.

                                Click here for complete step by step installation instructions.


                                  PRODUCT UPDATE – Neck Insulators for BTB MIG Guns

                                  PRODUCT UPDATE –
                                  Neck Insulator Selection for BTB MIG Guns

                                  Image of neck insulator part number 10012 next to neck insulator part number 402-11 that shows the differences between the two.

                                  Although no new neck insulators are being introduced due to implementation of the BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG gun platform on June 2, 2014, users should be aware that neck insulator replacement for these guns will be based on several variables including:

                                  • Your gun’s amperage;
                                  • Your gun’s neck / handle combination;
                                  • The consumables series that you are using.  

                                  Please use the following chart when selecting the appropriate replacement neck insulator:

                                  Neck / HandleConsumablesInsulator Part Number
                                  200A300A400A500A600A
                                  Fixed neck for T series handlesTOUGH LOCK®402-11
                                  Quik Tip™4423R
                                  Centerfire™4323R4423R
                                  Rotatable neck for O, B, T series handlesTOUGH LOCK10012
                                  Quik Tip4423R
                                  Centerfire4323R4423R
                                  Fixed necks for O, B series handlesTOUGH LOCK10012
                                  Quik Tip4423R
                                  Centerfire4323R4423R

                                    PRODUCT UPDATE – Common Straight Rear Strain Relief for BTB MIG Guns

                                    NEW PRODUCT –
                                    Common Straight Rear Strain Relief for the BTB MIG Gun Platform

                                    Image of common straight rear strain releif

                                    New BTB platform MIG guns, launching on June 2, 2014, will feature a common straight rear strain relief (shown right) on almost all configurations.  This straight rear strain relief was originally introduced on Tregaskiss TOUGH GUN semi-automatic MIG guns and allows expansion or maintenance of several key features:

                                    Exceptions: Black Clamshell Rear Strain Relief with Bernard and Euro Power Pins

                                    Best of the Best Platform Guns configured with Bernard or Euro power pins will incorporate the black clamshell rear strain relief originally introduced on Bernard Q-Gun and S-Gun MIG Guns with black clamshell

                                    Only BTB platform guns configured with Bernard or Euro power pins will incorporate the black clamshell rear strain relief originally introduced on Bernard Q-Gun and S-Gun MIG Guns.  This rear strain relief is also now covered by the same Lifetime Warranty offered on the straight rear strain relief (above) for BTB platform guns.

                                    Please note the following liner compatibility:


                                      PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Dual Thread Necks for BTB MIG Guns

                                      PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT –
                                      Dual Thread Necks for BTB MIG Guns

                                       
                                      Beginning on June 2, 2014, Bernard’s new BTB MIG gun platform brings our Q-Gun™, S-Gun™ and T-Gun™ semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns into a single gun line and single configurator.  As a part of this launch, all fixed and rotatable necks offered through the new BTB MIG gun configurator will now feature a dual thread that allows the installation of your choice of consumables – TOUGH LOCK®, Centerfire™ or Quik Tip™ – without the need for special adaptor parts.

                                      Please note that not all Bernard necks will have this new dual thread. Necks that will NOT have the new dual thread include:

                                      • All styles of flex necks
                                      • Black polymer necks for the TGX® series
                                      • All water-cooled necks

                                      How can I tell the difference between single and dual thread necks?

                                      There is a subtle difference to the appearance of the threads on the necks as shown below:

                                      subtle difference to the appearance of Image of the threads on the necks

                                      Please click here for more details on necks offered through the BTB MIG gun platform.

                                      The Bernard necks spec sheet can be downloaded in PDF format by clicking here.


                                        PRODUCT CHANGE – Bernard Power Pins

                                        PRODUCT CHANGE –
                                        Bernard Power Pins

                                        Beginning on June 2, 2014, Bernard’s new BTB MIG gun platform brings our Q-Gun™, S-Gun™ and T-Gun™ MIG Guns into a single gun line and single configurator.  To combine the gun lines, it was necessary to standardize the back ends of all BTB MIG guns with the straight rear strain relief found on Bernard® T-Gun™ MIG guns (formerly Tregaskiss® TOUGH GUN® semi-automatic MIG guns). 

                                        Image of semi-auto power pins. Miller Lincoln, Tweco #4 and Tweco #5

                                        Similarly, the Tregaskiss power pins that mate with the T-Gun series have now been adopted with some slight modifications as the Bernard power pins for both Bernard semi-automatic and Tregaskiss robotic MIG guns. The slight modifications include a new overall hex shape (see image on right) and fixed gas barbs. 

                                        Bernard MIG gun lines that are compatible with these pins include:

                                        Due to the expanded compatibility of these pins, some distributors and end users will be able to reduce inventories of Bernard replacement parts. 

                                        For additional information on power pin kits and power pins, please click here to access the spec sheets in PDF format.


                                          NEW PRODUCT – Bernard Conventional Liners

                                          NEW PRODUCT –
                                          Bernard Conventional Liners

                                          Compatible with BTB Semi-Automatic MIG Guns and Legacy Q-Gun, S-Gun, & T-Gun Series MIG Guns

                                          Image of old universal liners

                                          Launched on June 2, 2014, the new Bernard® conventional liners are compatible with all legacy Q-Gun™, S-Gun™ and T-Gun™ MIG guns and all BTB platform guns, which allows you to simplify and reduce your inventory. The image to the right shows how the previous liner locks were merged in the design of  the new Bernard conventional liner to maximize backwards compatibility.

                                          Due to this customer-friendly backwards compatibility, the part numbers below supersede previous Bernard conventional liner part numbers.

                                          Made of high carbon music wire for smooth wire feed and long life, Bernard conventional liners are available in lengths of up to 25 feet (7.6 m) and are color coded for your convenience to indicate a variety of wire sizes.  Please see the chart below for part numbers, wire sizes, and color coding information:
                                           

                                          New Bernard Conventional Liners

                                          Wire SizeLiner Color15′ (4.57 m)25′ (7.62 m)
                                          0.023″-0.030″Yellow L1A-15 L1A-25
                                          0.030″-0.035″GreenL2A-15L2A-25
                                          0.035″-0.045″White L3A-15* L3A-25*
                                          0.045″- 1/16″RedL3A-15**L4A-25**
                                          5/64″ BlueL6A-15L6A-25
                                          3/32″GreyL7A-15L7A-25
                                          7/64″-1/8″Black L8A-15 L8A-25

                                          *Standard Liner for 0.035″-0.045″ Guns
                                          **Standard Liner for 1/16″ Guns

                                          Bernard and Tregaskiss Conventional Liner to New Bernard Conventional Liner Cross Reference Chart for Bernard Semi-Automatic MIG Guns

                                          Wire SizeBernard Liner Part NumberTregaskiss Liner Part NumberNew Bernard Conventional Liner Part Number
                                          0.023″-0.030″43015415-23-15L1A-15
                                          0.030″-0.035″43015415-30-15L2A-15
                                          0.035″ – 0.045″44115415-35-15LS3-15
                                          0.035″- 0.045″43115 L3B-15
                                          0.045″ – 1/16″44215415-116-15L4A-15
                                          0.045″ – 1/16″43215 L4B-15
                                          5/64″44315415-564-15 L6A-15
                                          3/32″ 45415 415-332-15L7A-15
                                          7/64″45615615-18-15L8A-15
                                          1/8″46715615-18-15 L8A-15

                                          NOTE: Tregaskiss conventional liner numbers will continue to be offered due to their continued use in Tregaskiss robotic MIG guns.


                                            PRODUCT UPDATE – New Handle Names for the BTB MIG Gun Platform

                                            PRODUCT UPDATE –
                                            New Handle Names for the BTB MIG Gun Platform 


                                            Beginning on June 2, 2014, Bernard’s new Best of the Best Platform brings our Q-Gun™, S-Gun™ and T-Gun™ semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns into a single gun line and single configurator. 
                                            Since we now have six gun handle styles within a single configurator, we have developed the following naming scheme for our handles per the chart below:

                                             

                                            B Series Small Curved Handle

                                            B series small curved handle option for BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns

                                            B Series Large Curved Handle

                                            B series curved handle option for BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns

                                            O Series Small Curved Handle

                                            O series small curved handle option for BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns

                                            O Series Large Curved Handle

                                            O series curved handle option for BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns

                                            T Series Small Straight Handle

                                            T series small straight handle option for BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns

                                            T Series Large Straight Handle

                                            T series straight handle option for BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns

                                            C Series Straight Handle

                                            C series straight handle option for BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns

                                            Please note that all handle and trigger combinations previously offered continue to be available within the BTB MIG gun platform. 

                                            To view a summary of trigger options and other features by handle, please click here.


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                                              PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Q-Nut for BTB MIG Guns

                                              PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT –
                                              Improved Q-Nut Launching with the BTB MIG Gun Platform 

                                              Along with the new Bernard® semi-automatic MIG guns BTB platform launching on June 2, 2014, Bernard is pleased to announce the launch of the improved Q-Nut used on all Bernard rotatable necks. It has been completely redesigned to offer a significant increase in durability. Please note that the new silicone ring, Q-Nut cover and silicone insulator are now installed from the back of the neck instead of the front.

                                              “How to install the new Q-Nut” instructions are available on our website in the How-To Guides and Videos area of our Technical Support section. Please click here to access this How-To article.
                                               

                                              Drawing of how to install a q-nut

                                                SYSTEM UPDATE – New Gun Part Numbers for BTB MIG Guns

                                                SYSTEM UPDATE –
                                                New Gun Part Numbers for BTB MIG Gun Platform

                                                All Bernard Semi-Automatic Air-Cooled MIG Guns under the new BTB Platform will have new part numbering as of June 2, 2014.

                                                Former Q-Gun™ and S-Gun™ MIG guns will require an additional character added to the end of the existing part numbers to allow for new liner selection options. Former T-Gun™ semi-automatic air-cooled MIG guns will be adopting Q-Gun style part numbering for consistency across all guns within the new single configurator. Example old and new part numbers are shown below:

                                                Gun LineOld Part NumberNew Part Number

                                                Q-Gun MIG Guns

                                                Q4015GE8CM

                                                Q4015GE8CMC

                                                S-Gun MIG Guns

                                                S3012TF5CM

                                                S3012TF5CMC

                                                T-Gun MIG Guns

                                                M3010-35

                                                Q3010MP3CMC

                                                For a limited time from June 2 until August 1, 2014, both old and new part numbers will be supported in our system to allow our distribution partners to update their computer systems.

                                                To assist our customers in converting old gun part numbers to new Best of the Best Platform part numbers, we have created an online conversion tool. To populate the data in the tool, Q-Gun, S-Gun and T-Gun MIG Gun part numbers configured between April 2011 and April 2014 were pulled and converted to the new part numbering system. Click here to access this conversion tool.