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PRODUCT UPDATE – Changes to the Bernard Fume Extraction MIG Gun Offering

PRODUCT UPDATE –
Changes to the Bernard Fume Extraction MIG Gun Product Offering

March 9, 2018

We are proud to announce that effective immediately, you will notice some important changes to the Bernard® fume extraction MIG gun offering. Bernard FILTAIR™ fume extraction MIG guns are transitioning under the Clean Air™ brand name and will become our Bernard® Clean Air™ curved handle series fume extraction MIG guns.

This product transition offers improved functionality, performance and ease of maintenance. 

Features and Benefits:

Additional Changes:

  • The finish on all vacuum tubes and chambers will change from chrome to black, which will help to visually identify all new and legacy product
  • FILTAIR fume extraction MIG gun part numbers will change
    • Gun part numbers beginning in FA will change to a part number beginning in CL (i.e. FA4015TO8CM will become CL4015TJ8CMC)
    • Conversion information for all existing FILTAIR MIG gun part numbers is available:
      • Click here to download a conversion chart in Excel format
      • Click here to access the online conversion tool

Learn more about Bernard Clean Air fume extraction MIG guns or click here to configure your gun online.


    DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – 8 and 12 foot BTB MIG Gun Lengths

    DISCONTINUED –
    8′ and 12′ BTB MIG Gun Lengths

    Image showing three different hand-held BTB MIG guns

    November 30, 2017

    Effective immediately, all 8- and 12-foot length options in the BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG gun product lineup will be discontinued. BTB MIG guns will continue to be available in lengths of 10-, 15-, 20- and 25-feet. No other configurable options have been affected by this change.

    View available options or configure a BTB MIG gun today!


      DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – Legacy TOUGH GUN ThruArm Product for ABB IRB1600ID

      DISCONTINUED PRODUCT –
      Legacy TOUGH GUN ThruArm G1 Series Product for ABB IRB1600ID

      July 24, 2017

      Image comparing TCP of A58G1S to 508-200ABB connector housings for ABB robots

      As of December 31, 2017, legacy TOUGH GUN® ThruArm® G1 series product for ABB® IRB1600ID configurations will be discontinued, and effective immediately, lead time for part number 508-200ABB will be 15 days.

      • 508-200ABB
      • W508-200ABB
      • 508-200ABB-6
      • 58SA004

      Our legacy TOUGH GUN ThruArm G1 series was replaced by our TOUGH GUN TA3 series in 2014, but although A58G1S connector housing is the replacement for 508-200ABB connector housing, this unit will change tool center point (TCP) by approximately 1.428″.

      For those customers using a 508-200ABB with a 405-22QC neck, we will be able to develop a special 22-degree neck for use with the A58G1S module to match their existing TCP. However, due to a length restriction in manufacturing, we will not be able to match TCP for those customers using a 508-200ABB with a 405-45QC neck. In this case, reprogramming will be necessary when switching to an A58G1S.

      Additionally, when transitioning from the 508-200ABB to the A58G1S, the 58SA004 LSR Unicable will need to be replaced with the 58SA024 LSR Unicable, as the cable to torch connection is also different.

      Learn more about our TOUGH GUN TA3 MIG gun offering or their TCP and center of mass data.

        PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Nozzle Detection Option for TOUGH GUN TT3 and TT3E Reamer

        PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT –
        Nozzle Detection Option for TOUGH GUN TT3 and TT3E Reamer Robotic Nozzle Cleaning Stations

        April 28, 2017

        Nozzle detect shown installed on TOUGH GUN TT3E reamer

        An improvement has been made to the nozzle detect option for our TOUGH GUN® TT3 reamer. This same option is also now available on our TOUGH GUN TT3E reamer.

        This new nozzle detect uses a proximity sensor mounted on the side of the reamer that can be used independently of the ream cycle and is compatible with any nozzle size. The robot positions the front end of the MIG gun close to the sensor to detect the presence of the nozzle. If the nozzle is present, a signal is then sent back to the robot controller or PLC.

        Affected Part Numbers

        • TT-2333 + TT-2334 – OLD nozzle detect for TOUGH GUN TT3 reamer (analog model); available only for 1.062″ nozzle O.D.
        • TT3E-2344 – NEW nozzle detect for TOUGH GUN TT3 and TT3E reamer; available for all nozzle O.D. sizes
        • RS-500-5 – 4m cable with 3 poles (M12 connector); required for analog model only and only when selecting Nozzle Detection option
        • TT3E-2343 – Splitter; required for Ethernet model only and only when selecting both the nozzle detect and the wire cutter options together

        To learn more about our TOUGH GUN TT3 reamer offering, or configure your reamer online.


          PRODUCT UPDATE – TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer Upgrades

          PRODUCT UPDATE –
          TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer Upgrades

          April 28, 2017

          Upgrades have been made to the TOUGH GUN® TT3 reamer to allow for a more common design between this model and the TOUGH GUN TT3E reamer. These upgrades include a common frame, replacement of the terminal strip with a new wiring harness, easy access setup switches, and a new check valve.

          Terminal Strip vs. Wiring Harness

          The wiring harness:

          • Provides increased reliability.
          • Takes up less space inside the reamer making it easier to service.
          • Is easier to replace.
          • Improves manufacturing capacity.
          Image of an old style terminal strip on a reamer
          OLD Terminal Strip
          Image of new wiring harness on a reamer
          NEW Wiring Harness

          New Easy Access Setup Switches

          • New stainless steel switches are durable and waterproof, no longer requiring a ‘mud flap’ protector.
          • Switches are clearly labeled with their function.
          • Replacement is quick and easy.
          Image of an old set up switch
          OLD Setup Switches
          Image of the new set up switch
          NEW Setup Switches

          New Check Valve

          • More robust and durable design.
          • Learn more about the change to the check valve.

          Click here for additional information about the TOUGH GUN TT3 reamer.


            PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – New TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer Check Valve

            PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT –
            New TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer Check Valve

            April 15, 2017

            The check valve on the TOUGH GUN® TT3 and TT3E reamer robotic nozzle cleaning stations have been upgraded to a more robust and durable design. The new check valve is now common between both the analog and the Ethernet model.

            Important Notes:

            • The new check valve will keep the same part number as the check valve previously used on the TOUGH GUN TT3E reamer Ethernet model: TT3E-500-20.
            • Check valve part # SR-500-20 previously used on the TOUGH GUN TT3 reamer analog model will be replaced with the new check valve (part # TT3E-500-20).
            Image of the old style SR-500-20 (previously used on the TOUGH GUN TT3 reamer)
            OLD SR-500-20
            (previously used on the TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer)
            Image of old style TT3E-500-20 (previously used on the TOUGH GUN TT3E Reamer
            OLD TT3E-500-20
            (previously used on the TOUGH GUN TT3E Reamer
            Image of the new TT3E-500-20 that replaces SR-500-20 and OLD TT3E-500-20)
            NEW TT3E-500-20
            (replaces SR-500-20 and OLD TT3E-500-20)

            Learn more about our TOUGH GUN TT3 reamer offering.


              PRODUCT UPDATE – 300 amp Clean Air Fume Extraction MIG Gun Now Available

              PRODUCT UPDATE –
              300 amp Clean Air Fume Extraction MIG Gun Now Available

              March 16, 2017

              Clean Air straight handle fume extraction MIG gun being held by gloved hand

              Bernard is pleased to announce that we have added a 300 amp model to our Clean Air™ fume extraction MIG gun offering.

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

              Features and Benefits

              • NEW!! Available in 300 amp, 400 amp, 500 amp and 600 amp models
              • Small size of vacuum chamber provides good joint access and visibility
              • Vacuum hose swivel on rear of handle improves flexibility and reduces wrist fatigue
              • Ideal fume extraction solution for large weldment and confined space welding applications
              • Compatible with Centerfire™, Quik Tip™ and TOUGH LOCK® consumables
              • Compatible with QUICK LOAD® liners or conventional liners

              Click here to learn more about the Clean Air fume extraction MIG gun.

                PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – LSR Unicables

                PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT –
                Low-Stress Robotic (LSR) Unicables

                February 13, 2017

                Tregaskiss is pleased to announce an improvement to our low-stress robotic (LSR) unicable design whereby the cable conduit will be fixed only on the torch end, and floating on the power pin end.

                This design change will result in a more flexible, less restricted, longer lasting LSR unicable for all TOUGH GUN® TA3 robotic MIG gun product.

                Illustration of a LSR Unicable pointing out fixed and floating

                 

                OLD LSR Unicable Design

                Old LSR unicable

                 

                NEW LSR Unicable Design

                New LSR unicable

                Click here for more information about low-stress robotic (LSR) unicables.

                  PRODUCT UPDATE – New Liner Trim Length for Liners 6-Feet Long and Shorter

                  PRODUCT UPDATE –
                  New Liner Trim Length for Liners 6-Feet Long and Shorter

                  February 3, 2017

                  Tregaskiss now recommends trimming all rear-loading conventional and front-loading QUICK LOAD® liners that are 6-feet in length and shorter with a 1/2-inch stick out.

                  This new trim length provides performance improvements for the liner and cable, and for wire feeding overall. It also helps to reduce some strain on both the liner and the cable while still maintaining a proper liner seat in both the retaining head and the power pin.

                  Effective late February, all bagged 6-foot Tregaskiss conventional and QUICK LOAD liners will include a new 1/2-inch blue liner gauge along with a technical insert outlining these updated trimming instructions. The outside of each bag will also be marked with a sticker indicating a change to liner trim length.
                   

                  Liner trim length instructions


                  NOTE: Liners longer than 6-foot in length should still continue to be trimmed with a 3/4-inch stick out. No change to liner gauges or trim instructions for conventional or QUICK LOAD liners longer than 6-feet is recommended.


                    PRODUCT UPDATE – Clean Air Gun Vacuum Tube and Chamber Finish Change

                    PRODUCT UPDATE –
                    Clean Air Gun Vacuum Tube and Chamber Finish Changes

                    December 16, 2016

                    Bernard has changed the finish on all Clean Air™ fume extraction gun vacuum tubes and chambers from chrome to black. Effective immediately, all new guns, replacement vacuum tubes and replacement chambers will have the new darker finish.

                    This change is purely aesthetic, and has no impact on performance, part numbering or price.
                     

                    Clean Air Fume Extraction MIG gun with old chrome neck
                    OLD Chrome Finish
                    Clean Air Fume Extraction MIG gun with new black neck
                    NEW Black Finish

                    Click here for more information about the Clean Air™ fume extraction gun.


                      PRODUCT UPDATE – TOUGH GUN TA3 Torch Solutions for Yaskawa Motoman Robots

                      PRODUCT UPDATE —
                      Tregaskiss TOUGH GUN TA3 Torch Solutions for Yaskawa Motoman Robots

                      December 18, 2019

                      Overview

                      Tregaskiss manufactures TOUGH GUN® TA3 through-arm welding torches for many Yaskawa® Motoman® robot models including but not limited to:

                      • Current models: AR/MA1440, MH12, AR/MA2010, AR/MA3120, AR1730, MH24
                      • Legacy models: MA/EA1400, MA/EA1900, MA3100

                      On the current robot models listed above, the spacers and through-arm cables on a Tregaskiss® gun may originate from either Tregaskiss or from Yaskawa Motoman. It is important to note that the spacers and cables from Tregaskiss have significantly different dimensions than these same items from Yaskawa Motoman. This means that they are NOT interchangeable. Ordering the wrong replacement spacer and/or cable for an existing installation will significantly impact Tool Center Point (TCP) and cable life – please see Configuration Comparison Chart below for both solid mount and clutch mount setups with a short 45-degree neck for reference.

                      Details

                      For each model above, when a TOUGH GUN TA3 MIG gun is configured through Tregaskiss, the complete torch solution is Tregaskiss branded and includes: consumables, neck, torch, cable and power pin. For AR/MA1440, MH12, AR/MA2010, AR/MA3120, AR1730, MH24 models, the system also includes a Tregaskiss-specific aluminum spacer which allows us to bury the cable termination into the torch and away from the articulation on axis 5.

                      When Yaskawa Motoman integrates a welding solution with Tregaskiss product, a Motoman through-arm cable replaces the Tregaskiss through-arm cable for all models listed above (consumables, neck, torch and power pin remain Tregaskiss branded). For AR/MA1440, MH12, AR/MA2010, AR/MA3120, AR1730, MH24 models, the system also includes a Motoman-specific plastic torch spacer which allows us to bury the cable termination into the torch and away from the articulation on axis 5. This Motoman spacer is shorter than the Tregaskiss spacer and as a result, the Motoman cable for this setup is also shorter than the Tregaskiss-specific setup.

                      Configuration Comparison

                      Configuration comparisons with dimensions comparing Tregaskiss spacer and the MOTOMAN Spacer
                      ConfigurationTregaskiss CableMotoman Cable
                      Tregaskiss Spacer: AS-114-13
                      Solid mount, with or without wire brake YesNo
                      Clutch mount, with our without wire brakeYesNo
                      Motoman Spacer: 168535-1
                      Solid mount, with or without wire brakeNoYes
                      Clutch mount, with or without wire brakeNoYes

                      NOTE: Reference chart above is applicable for Yaskawa Motoman robot models AR/MA1440, MH12, AR/MA2010, AR/MA3120, AR1730, MH24.

                      Proper Setup – No impact on TCP or cable life

                      Image showing a Tregaskiss spacer and Tregaskiss Cable, aluminum spacer with
                      Tregaskiss
                      A complete Tregaskiss setup consists of all Tregaskiss branded components. The torch spacer will be aluminum and approximately 4-3/8″ in length. The cable will have a corrugated hose from front to back.
                      Image showing a Hybrid Tregaskiss/Motoman setup with Tregaskiss torch and consumables and plastic Motoman spacer.
                      Hybrid Tregaskiss/Motoman
                      A hybrid Tregaskiss/Motoman setup consists of a Tregaskiss torch and consumables with a Motoman spacer and cable. The spacer will be approximately 2-3/8″ in length. The cable will have a loose spring from front to back.

                      Improper Setup – Negative impact on TCP and/or cable life

                      Improper setup of a Motoman plastic spacer and Tregaskiss cable, resulting with the cable being too long
                      Hybrid Tregaskiss/Motoman
                      Installing a Tregaskiss cable on a system with a plastic spacer will result in a cable that is too long. Although this cable can be physically installed, this setup will result in premature cable failure.
                      Image showing an improper setup with Tregakiss spacer and Motoman cable which will result in a cable that will be too short.
                      Tregaskiss
                      Installing a Motoman cable on a system with an aluminum spacer will result in a cable that is too short. This cable will not be long enough to plug the power pin into the wire feeder

                      Tregaskiss Spacer and LSR Unicable Part Number Reference Chart

                      Robot MakeRobot ModelMount StyleTregaskiss SpacerLSR Unicable Part Number
                      No Options Air Blast Wire Brake Air Blast + Wire Brake
                      Motoman®EA1400 XRCSolid MountN/A

                      58SM016

                      58SM016A58SM016W58SM016AW
                      MotomanEA1900 XRC

                      Solid Mount

                      N/A58SM01758SM017A58SM017W58SM017AW
                      MotomanEA1400N, SSA2000, MA1400, VA1400Solid MountN/A58SM00158SM001A58SM001W58SM001AW
                      MotomanMA1440, AR1440, MH12

                      Solid Mount

                      AS-114-1358SM03558SM035A58SM035W58SM035AW

                      Motoman

                      EA1900N

                      Solid Mount

                      N/A

                      58SM002

                      58SM002A58SM002W58SM002AW
                      MotomanMA2010, AR2010Solid MountAS-114-13

                      58SM038

                      58SM038A58SM038W

                      58SM038AW

                      MotomanMA3100Solid MountN/A58SM03158SM031A58SM031W58SM031AW
                      Motoman

                      MA3120, AR3120

                      Solid Mount

                      AS-114-13

                      58SM032

                      58SM032A

                      58SM032W

                      58SM032AW

                      MotomanAR1730, MH24Solid MountAS-114-13

                      58SM039

                      58SM039A

                      58SM039W

                      58SM039AW
                      MotomanEA1400 XRC

                      Clutch

                      N/A58CM016

                      58CM016A

                      58CM016W

                      58CM016AW

                      Motoman

                      EA1900 XRC

                      Clutch

                      N/A

                      58CM01758CM017A58CM017W58CM017AW
                      MotomanEA1400N, SSA2000, MA1400, VA1400ClutchN/A58CM001

                      58CM001A

                      58CM001W58CM001AW

                      Motoman

                      MA1440, AR1440, MH12ClutchAS-114-13

                      58CM035

                      58CM035A58CM035W58CM035AW

                      Motoman

                      EA1900NClutchN/A58CM00258CM002A58CM002W

                      58CM002AW

                      MotomanMA2010, AR2010 Clutch

                      AS-114-13

                      58CM03858CM038A58CM038W58CM038AW
                      MotomanMA3100

                      Clutch

                      N/A58CM03158CM031A

                      58CM031W

                      58CM031AW

                      MotomanMA3120, AR3120

                      Clutch

                      AS-114-13

                      58CM032

                      58CM032A

                      58CM032W

                      58CM032AW
                      MotomanAR1730, MH24ClutchAS-114-1358CM03958CM039A

                      58CM039W

                      58CM039AW

                      NOTE: If Tregaskiss® TOUGH GUN I.C.E.® technology is required for your application, the cable must be purchased from Yaskawa Motoman for all of their robot models.


                      IMPORTANT!

                      If you require Yaskawa Motoman components, please contact Yaskawa Motoman directly. Otherwise, if you require Tregaskiss components, please contact us for assistance.

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                        NEW PRODUCT – C Series Handle Option for BTB MIG Guns

                        NEW PRODUCT –
                        C Series Handle Option for BTB MIG Guns

                        New C Series Straight Handle

                        Image of a gloved hand holding a BTB MIG Gun with C series handle

                        The new C series straight handle expands our handle offering from six to seven options within our Bernard BTB MIG gun configurator. This new handle provides all the same benefits as our current T series straight handle, plus additional enhancements such as comfortable handle overmolding and an ergonomic rear swivel.

                        • Amperage range: 200, 300, 400 and 500 amps
                        • Available in 8, 10, 12, 15, 20 and 25 foot lengths
                        • Choice of Centerfire™, Quik Tip™ and TOUGH LOCK® consumables
                        • Standard, dual pull and dual schedule trigger options
                        • Choice of twenty fixed and rotatable necks in various angles and lengths
                        • Choice of industrial-grade (200 through 500 amp models) or steel monocoil cable (300 or 400 amp models)
                        • Choice of conventional liners or front-loading QUICK LOAD® liners
                        • Choice of a Bernard power pin or an AutoLength™ pin for the revolutionary QUICK LOAD liner AutoLength™ system
                        • One year warranty
                        • Lifetime warranty on the rear strain relief, front handle and switch
                        • Double-life MIG gun system allows you to extend the life of your BTB MIG gun with a C series straight handle (or T series straight handle); once the front end is worn, just flip-flop the front and back ends of the torch!

                        Click here to learn more about the new C series straight handle.


                          PRODUCT UPDATE – Replacement Parts Availability for the TOUGH GARD Spatter Cleaner

                          PRODUCT UPDATE —
                          Replacement Parts Availability for the TOUGH GARD Spatter Cleaner

                          TOUGH GARD nozzle cleaning station - a discontinued product

                          June 27, 2016

                          The TOUGH GARD® spatter cleaner was discontinued on December 31, 2014.

                          Some replacement parts for this discontinued product continue to be available. Prices and availability of these replacement parts are subject to change without notice.

                          Discontinued Replacement Parts

                          Part NumberDescription
                          PER-2510Motor

                          Available Replacement Parts

                          Part NumberDescription
                          ER-2241Control Valve
                          ER-2242Sprayer Valve
                          ER-2560Reed Switch
                          ER-2609Wiring Interface Receptacle
                          ER-2700Spatter Cleaner Pneumatic
                          ER-500-15Spray Head
                          PER-220Valve Assembly
                          PER-2599Spatter Cleaner Kit (motor not included)
                          PER-2680Rear Shroud
                          PER-2685Front Shroud
                          PER-500-15-6Reservoir Mount


                              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