DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – Legacy F-Gun MIG Guns and Service Parts

DISCONTINUED PRODUCTS –
Legacy F-Gun MIG Guns

January 8, 2019

Our product offering is regularly assessed to ensure focus on customer needs and opportunities to innovate our product portfolio, so we can continue to deliver sustainable value to our customers. Accordingly, due to low demand, the following products will be discontinued:

Legacy F-Gun™ MIG Guns

Effective January 8, 2019, all legacy F-Gun MIG gun part numbers and all F-Gun series service parts will be discontinued and no longer available for sale.


Affected Part Numbers

Part NumberDescription
4610F-Gun MIG Gun, 10 ft
4615F-Gun MIG Gun, 15 ft
4610EF-Gun MIG Gun, 10 ft, Euro
4615EF-Gun MIG Gun, 15 ft, Euro
4610MF-Gun MIG Gun, 10 ft, Miller®
4615MF-Gun MIG Gun, 15 ft, Miller
4610LF-Gun MIG Gun, 10 ft, Lincoln®
4615LF-Gun MIG Gun, 15 ft, Lincoln
4610TF-Gun MIG Gun, 10 ft, Tweco®
4615TF-Gun MIG Gun, 15 ft, Tweco
408Handle, F-Gun Series
4627Neck, F-Gun Series
429Trigger, F-Gun Series

Replacement Options

The following 600 amp Bernard® BTB semi-automatic air-cooled MIG gun models (with T series straight handles and locking triggers) are recommended replacement options:

Legacy F-Gun MIG Gun Part NumberReplacement BTB MIG Gun Part Number
 4610Q6010NU3LBC
 4615Q6015NU3LBC
 4610MQ6010NU3LMC
 4615MQ6015NU3LMC
 4610LQ6010NU3LLC
 4615LQ6015NU3LLC
 4610TQ6010NU3LTC
 4615TQ6015NU3LTC

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    DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – Select Nozzles

    DISCONTINUED PRODUCTS –
    Select Tregaskiss Nozzles

    January 25, 2019

    To continue delivering sustainable value to our customers, we regularly assess our product offering to ensure focus on customer needs and opportunities to innovate our product portfolio. Accordingly, due to low demand, select Tregaskiss® nozzles will be discontinued.

    Effective March 1, 2019, all nozzles listed in the chart below will be discontinued as inventory depletes, and effective March 30, 2019, these nozzles will no longer be available for sale.

    Part NumberDescriptionSubstitutionNotesReamer Change
    401-11-62Nozzle, TIGHT RADIUS™, 5/8″ bore, 1/8″ recessTCP change – Please contact Customer Service at 1.855.MIGWELD (644.9353)Yes
    401-12-50Nozzle, TIGHT RADIUS, 1/2″ bore, flushTCP change – Please contact Customer Service at 1.855.MIGWELD (644.9353)Yes
    401-13-62Nozzle, TIGHT RADIUS, 5/8″ bore, 1/8″ stick outTCP change – Please contact Customer Service at 1.855-MIGWELD (644.9353)Yes
    401-19-62Nozzle, 5/8″ bore, 1/4″ recess, brass401-14-62401-14-62 is 1/8″ recess, copperNo
    401-21Nozzle, Flux-Core, 1/4″ recessDiscontinued – No replacementNo
    401-41-75Nozzle, 3/4″ bore, 1/8″ recess401-7-75 or 401-14-62Move to slip-on 401-7-75 with new 404-32 retaining head (v-block change); or Move to 5/8″ bore (copper) 401-14-62 (no retaining head, but cutter change)Yes
    (401-7-75: v-block;
    401-14-62: RCT-01)
    401-43-50Nozzle, 1/2 bore, 1/4″ recess401-47-51401-47-51 is 1/8″ recess, and different profileNo
    401-44-501Nozzle, 1/2″ bore, 1/4″ stick out401-44-50401-44-50 is bottleneck style, not taperedNo
    401-45-38Nozzle, 3/8″ bore, flush, old thread401-4-38Must use 404-52 or 404-53 retaining headNo
    (no 3/8 cutter)
    401-45-50Nozzle, 1/2″ bore, 1/8″ recess, old thread401-47-51Must use 404-52 or 404-53 retaining headNo
    401-45-62Nozzle, 5/8″ bore, 1/8″ recess, old thread401-43-62Must use 404-52 or 404-53 retaining headNo
    401-46-38Nozzle, 3/8″ bore, 1/8″ recess, old thread401-42-38Must use 404-52 or 404-53 retaining headNo
    401-46-62Nozzle, 5/8″ bore, 1/4″ recess, old thread401-43-62401-46-62 is 1/8″ recess; Must use 404-52 or 404-53 retaining headNo
    401-47-50Nozzle, 1/2″ bore, 1/8″ recess, old thread401-47-51Must use 404-52 or 404-53 retaining headNo
    401-52-62Nozzle, 5/8″ bore, 1/4″ recess401-14-62401-14-62 is 1/8″ recessNo
    401-54-50Nozzle, TOUGH ACCESS™, 1/8″ recess401-55-50401-55-50 is flushNo
    401-55-62Nozzle, TOUGH ACCESS, flush401-54-62 or 401-56-62401-54-62 is 1/8″ recess; 401-56-62 is 1/8″ stick outNo
    401-68-62Nozzle, 5/8″ bore, flush, copper401-51-62Copper to brassNo
    401-92-62Nozzle, 5/8″ bore, 1/4″ recess, brass401-91-62401-91-62 is 1/8″ recessNo
    401-9-75Nozzle, 3/4″ bore, 1/2″ recess401-5-75401-5-75 is 1/4″ recessNo
    451-4-38Nozzle, 3/8″ bore, 3/16″ recess451-6-50451-6-50 is 1/2″ boreNo
    451-45-50Nozzle, High Access, water-cooled (semi-auto)451-6-50451-6-50 is tapered style, not bottleneckNo
    451-5-75Nozzle, 3/4″ bore, 1/4″ recess, water-cooled (semi-auto)451-5-62451-5-62 is 5/8″ boreNo
    451-81-62Nozzle, 5/8″ bore, 1/8″ stick out, water-cooled (semi-auto)451-61-62451-61-62 is flushNo
    451-87-62Nozzle, 5/8″ bore, 3/16″ stick out, water-cooled (semi-auto)451-61-62451-61-62 is flushNo

    Click here to download the above list in PDF format.

      NEW PRODUCT – AccuLock S Consumables

      NEW PRODUCT – AccuLock S Consumables

      November 1, 2018

      Bernard is proud to introduce new AccuLock™ S consumables, a system designed to address liner trim length errors and erratic wire feeding.

      Important Note: Most components of the AccuLock S consumables family are currently available. The complete offering will be coming soon.

      The AccuLock S liner is locked and concentrically aligned to both the contact tip and the power pin without the use of fasteners, which provides a flawless wire-feed path that guarantees smooth, uninterrupted delivery of the wire to the weld puddle. Plus, the liner replacement process has been error-proofed so you can trim your liner accurately and easily every time, with no measuring.

      The AccuLock S consumables system requires all AccuLock components: contact tip, diffuser, nozzle, liner, neck insulator, power pin and power pin cap.

      Key features of Bernard AccuLock S Consumables

      A drawing of an AccuLock S contact tip and nozzle that shows the features and benefits of the inside of these components
      Reduce troubleshooting, production downtime and rework with this new line of consumables. Learn more about Bernard AccuLock S consumables.

        PACKAGING CHANGE – Changes to Bernard Bag Packaging

        PACKAGING CHANGE — Changes to Bernard Bag Packaging

        November 1, 2018

        Customers may notice that some Bernard® parts and consumables are arriving in different bags. We transitioned to a newly designed Bernard branded white bag design.

        In addition to changing the artwork layout and color of the bags, the overall usability has also been improved. These new white bags offer a clear window on the printed side of the bag to make visual product identification easier. To increase the hanging capacity of the bags, we’ve added a second hanging hole on our larger bags and a new double-sealed header on all bag sizes. The sombrero shaped hanging holes provide compatibility with a wider variety of hook sizes and shapes.

        Old Bernard Bags
        Image of front of old red and clear Bernard bags
        Front
        Image of back of old red and clear Bernard bags
        Back
        New Bernard Bags
        Image of front of new Bernard white and black bags
        Front
        Image of back of new Bernard white and black bags
        Back

          PACKAGING CHANGE – Changes to Tregaskiss Bag Packaging

          PACKAGING CHANGES —
          Changes to Tregaskiss Bag Packaging

          November 1, 2018

          Customers may notice that some Tregaskiss® parts and consumables are arriving in different bags. We transitioned from a black bag design to a white bag design. This new white bag design has a clear window on the back side of the bag to help make visual product identification easier, and the durability and hanging holes remain the same as our previous black bag packaging.

          Old Tregaskiss Bags

          Image of front of old black and clear Tregaskiss bags
          Front
          Image of back of old Tregaskiss black and clear bags
          Back

          New Tregaskiss Bags

          Image of front of new Tregaskiss white and clear bags
          Front
          Image of back of new Tregaskiss white and clear bags
          Back

            DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – Tandem Robotic Torches

            DISCONTINUED PRODUCTS –
            Tandem Robotic MIG Guns

            September 12, 2018

            To continue delivering sustainable value to our customers, we regularly assess our product offering to ensure focus on customer needs and opportunities to innovate our product portfolio. Accordingly, due to low demand, the following products will be discontinued: 

            Tandem Robotic MIG Guns

            Effective September 30, 2018, all standard and special Tandem MIG guns and necks will be discontinued and no longer available for sale.

            All service parts for Tandem torches will be available for sale until December 31, 2018, at which time all service parts for Tandem torches will be discontinued.

            Click here for a list of affected part numbers.


            Note: Availability and list prices of replacement parts for the affected products are subject to change without notice.


              DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – Service Parts for Quick-Change and Keyed Robotic Water-Cooled Guns

              DISCONTINUED PRODUCTS –
              Service Parts for Quick-Change and Keyed Robotic Water-Cooled MIG Guns

              September 12, 2018

              To continue delivering sustainable value to our customers, we regularly assess our product offering to ensure focus on customer needs and opportunities to innovate our product portfolio. Accordingly, due to low demand, the following products will be discontinued: 

              Service Parts for Discontinued Quick-Change Water-Cooled and Keyed Water-Cooled Robotic MIG Guns

              Effective December 31, 2018, all service parts for Tregaskiss® quick-change water-cooled (QCWC) and Tregaskiss keyed water-cooled (KWC) robotic MIG guns (discontinued October 1, 2008) will be discontinued and no longer available for sale.

              Click here for a list of affected part numbers.

              Note: Availability and list prices of replacement parts for the affected products are subject to change without notice.


                PRODUCT UPDATE – TOUGH GUN TA3 MIG Guns Now Compatible with More Robot Models

                PRODUCT UPDATE —
                TOUGH GUN TA3 MIG Guns Now Compatible with More Robot Models

                TOUGH GUN TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG gun installed on robot

                August 10, 2018

                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 following robot models:

                • FANUC® 100iD
                • KUKA® KR6 R1820HW, KR8 R1420HW, KR8 R1620HW and KR8 R2100HW
                • Yaskawa® Motoman® AR1440, AR1720 and AR2100

                Available Resources

                Click here to learn more about the TOUGH GUN TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG gun, or configure your gun at Tregaskiss.com/ConfigureMyGun today. 


                  PRODUCT UPDATE – TOUGH GUN TA3 MIG Gun Offering Available for FANUC 100iD

                  PRODUCT UPDATE —
                  TOUGH GUN TA3 MIG Gun Offering Available for FANUC 100iD Robot Model

                  TA3 MIG Gun for FANUC 100iD Robot Model Image - angle view

                  July 19, 2018

                  TA3 MIG Gun for FANUC 100iD Robot Model Image - side view

                  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 FANUC® 100iD robot model. 

                  Features & Benefits

                  • Quick and easy cable replacement – easily access the cable clamping bolt by removing one half of the torch cover (Figure 1)
                  • Retrofit wire brake without affecting TCP – simply remove the plug and insert the wire brake module (Figure 2)
                  • TCP remains unchanged when switching between options: no options, wire brake, TOUGH GUN I.C.E.™ Technology, or TOUGH GUN I.C.E. Technology with wire brake
                  • Dust cover prevents dust and debris from entering the back of the FANUC 100iD robot wrist for additional protection (Figure 3)
                  Quick and easy cable replacement – easily access the cable clamping bolt by removing one half of the torch cover
                  Figure 1
                  Retrofit wire brake without affecting TCP – simply remove the plug and insert the wire brake module
                  Figure 2
                  Dust cover prevents dust and debris from entering the back of the FANUC 100iD robot wrist for additional protection
                  Figure 3

                  Part Numbers

                  560-600Solid Mount Connector, air-cooled, no options
                  560-600ISolid Mount Connector, TOUGH GUN I.C.E., no options
                  560-600W-045Solid Mount Connector, air-cooled, wire brake 0.030″-0.045″
                  560-600W-116Solid Mount Connector, air-cooled, wire brake 0.052″-1/16″
                  560-600IW-045Solid Mount Connector, TOUGH GUN I.C.E., wire brake 0.030″-0.045″
                  560-600IW-116Solid Mount Connector, TOUGH GUN I.C.E., wire brake 0.052″-1/16″
                  58SF011LSR Unicable, air-cooled, no options
                  58SF011WLSR Unicable, air-cooled, wire brake
                  58SF211LSR Unicable, TOUGH GUN I.C.E., no options
                  58SF211WLSR Unicable, TOUGH GUN I.C.E., wire brake
                  560-500AOptional Air Blast Kit for guns equipped with Lincoln® power pins

                  Available Resources

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


                    DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – All TOUGH GUN G2 and ThruArm G2 Series Replacement Parts

                    DISCONTINUED PRODUCT —
                    All TOUGH GUN G2 and ThruArm G2 Series Replacement Parts

                    November 20, 2019

                    Effective November 29, 2019: All replacement parts for the previously discontinued TOUGH GUN® G2 and ThruArm G2 series robotic air-cooled product will be discontinued and no longer available for sale.

                    Visit the TOUGH GUN CA3 or TOUGH GUN TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG gun page to learn more about replacement solutions.

                    The following part numbers have been discontinued:

                    59U303.5Unicable, G2 Series, 3.5 ft, 300 amp
                    59U304.5Unicable, G2 Series, 4.5 ft, 300 amp
                    59U503.5Unicable, G2 Series, 3.5 ft, 500 amp
                    59U504Unicable, G2 Series, 4.0 ft, 500 amp
                    59U505Unicable, G2 Series, 5.0 ft, 500 amp
                    59U505.5Unicable, G2 Series, 5.5 ft, 500 amp
                    59U510Unicable, G2 Series, 10.0 ft, 500 amp
                    59CTorch connector
                    59CWTorch connector
                    59STorch connector, solid mount
                    593-22-ANeck, 22 degree, G2 Series, TOUGH GUN I.C.E.®
                    593-22-BNeck, 22 degree, G2 Series, TOUGH GUN I.C.E.
                    593-22L-ANeck, 22 degree, G2 Series, TOUGH GUN I.C.E.
                    593-35-ANeck, 35 degree, G2 Series, TOUGH GUN I.C.E.
                    593-45-ANeck, 45 degree, G2 Series, TOUGH GUN I.C.E.
                    593-45L-ANeck, 45 degree, G2 Series, TOUGH GUN I.C.E.
                    59G22Neck, 22 degree, G2 Series
                    59G22LNeck, 22 degree, G2 Series
                    59G22L1Neck, 22 degree, G2 Series
                    59G35Neck, 35 degree, G2 Series
                    59G45Neck, 45 degree, G2 Series
                    59G45LNeck, 45 degree, G2 Series
                    59G45L1Neck, 45 degree, G2 Series
                    59G45L2Neck, 45 degree, G2 Series
                    580-400Connector assembly, G2 Series, FANUC®
                    58G2Torch part, ThruArm G2 Series
                    58G2WTorch part, ThruArm G2 Series
                    A58G2STorch assembly, ThruArm G2 Series, ABB®
                    A58G2SWTorch assembly, ThruArm G2 Series, wire brake, ABB
                    F58G2SThruArm G2 Series, FANUC
                    IF58G2SThruArm G2 Series, FANUC, TOUGH GUN I.C.E.
                    580-401-2Hose, TOUGH GUN I.C.E., ThruArm G2 Series, FANUC
                    590-AAir blast kit, G2 Series
                    598G2-116Holder, 0.052-1/16
                    59GINeck insulator
                    59GI-02Neck insulator
                    59GI-25Neck insulator

                    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.