Product Simplification Announcement – Bernard BTB and S-Gun™ 

Continuing our efforts to simplify previously complex product configurations and pave the way for innovative new products, Bernard is taking the next step towards achieving these goals. Effective May 8, 2026, the following BTB and S-Gun configurations will be discontinued:  

• All configurations with a C-Series handle (any trigger style, including Insight Limited) 

• All configurations with a large O-Series handle (any trigger style) 

We will continue to build BTB and S-Gun MIG guns with C-Series or large O-Series handles through this date.  

Suggested Configuration Alternatives  

To help with the transition from C-Series and large O-Series handles to current product offerings, please use the reference table below to guide your customers through replacement product selection.  

Current Handle Type	Model/Amperage	Suggested Handle Type
C-Series	Q30 Q40 Q50 Q60	T-Series, large
	S350	O-Series, small
	S450	T-Series, large
O-Series, large	Q40	B – Series
	Q50	T – Series, large
	Q60
	S450

Service Parts 

Service parts will be available for a minimum time frame of 1 year (following our 1-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty for BTB and S-Gun MIG guns). Additional communication will be sent regarding the retirement of legacy service parts as well as information and support of backwards compatibility of new service parts on legacy products. We will provide advanced retirement notification of these service parts at a future time.  

Insight Limited™ Triggers 

Insight Limited™ triggers are an available option for MIG guns with a C-Series handle. These are specifically designed for use with power sources from Miller Electric that feature Insight Centerpoint™ welding information management systems. Please contact your local ITW Representative for additional assistance if your customer is currently using this technology with a C-Series handle.  

S-Gun MIG Gun Configurator Updates 

Effective immediately, our S-Gun product configurator will reflect the following changes:  

• S250 and S350 models will only be configurable with Small O-Series Handles 

• S450 models will only be configurable with Large T-Series Handles 

These changes align with the simplification efforts outlined above and allow us to continue to deliver the best solutions to the field. Previously configured S250 and S350 models with a large T-Series handle as well as S450 models with a small O-series handle will still be available to order at this time. 

We appreciate your support in promoting Bernard and Tregaskiss as a reliable, trusted solution for your customers. Please contact your local ITW Representative with any questions regarding these changes.