October 1, 2008 As of October 1, 2008, the 450 amp TOUGH GUN® robotic water-cooled MIG gun models have been replaced with 550 amp MIG Guns equipped with TOUGH GUN I.C.E.® technology. Affected Products 450 amp quick-change water-cooled (QCWC) robotic MIG guns450 amp keyed water-cooled (KWC) robotic MIG guns Replacement parts and consumables for existing [...]
March 25, 2008 Tregaskiss has discontinued the AS-708-22 (6′) and AS-708-23 (12′) control cables and replaced them with improved cord sets. The new cables are made from our existing AS-708-14-2 (straight clutch cord) and the Lumberg Micro-Connector (AS-708-22-2). Coupled with the AS-708-14-1 “curly” clutch cord (with LED lights), the new AS-708-2406 (6′) and AS-708-2412 (12′) [...]
December 16, 2010 As of December 31, 2010, the Tregaskiss® 600 amp robotic water-cooled MIG gun will replace the 650 amp robotic water-cooled MIG gun. Click here for more information.
November 2, 2010 To maximize productivity when welding thick plate and/or operating for prolonged duty cycles, Tregaskiss offers its robotic water-cooled MIG gun, which includes a new wire brake feature. The wire brake feature works in conjunction with wire touch sensing to help determine the location of weld joints and supports good weld quality and [...]
November 2, 2010 Designed for accuracy, repeatability and durability, TOUGH GUN® G2 series robotic MIG guns now have two new features available to enhance their already reliable welding performance. Tregaskiss offers these MIG guns in a TOUGH GUN I.C.E.® (Integrated Cooling Enhancer) version and offers an optional wire brake to assist in wire touch sensing. The [...]
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Configure Your Automatic or Robotic MIG Gun or Reamer Online Tregaskiss is making it easier for you to get the exact MIG gun or reamer you need — Now you can customize a product for your specific application using our new mobile-friendly online configurators! TOUGH GUN® TA3 Robotic Air-Cooled MIG Guns TOUGH GUN® TA3 MIG Gun [...]
Product Literature Check out the following literature to learn more about the complete product lineup available from Bernard and Tregaskiss. MIG Welding Guns & Consumables Catalog AccuLock™ S Consumables Line Sheet AccuLock R Consumables Line Sheet English | Español | Français English English Would you prefer a printed copy of our brochures?Use our Literature Request [...]
NozzlesContact TipsRetaining HeadsGas DiffusersLinersNecksGun CablesReamers Recommended Operating TipsDownload a copy of the recommended operating tips in PDF format Nozzles: If anti-spatter is used, do not use excessive spray times as this will saturate the nozzle insulator and will degrade insulating material. Learn more about TOUGH GARD® anti-spatter liquid from Tregaskiss.Nozzle should be cleaned as often [...]
We’ve put together some guides to help you operate and service your equipment effectively: MIG Welding Troubleshooting GuideLearn More Recommended Operating Tips by Component for Robotic ApplicationsLearn More General Welding Safety PrecautionsLearn More Robotic MIG Welding Safety TipsLearn More Guide to Preventing Common Robotic FailuresLearn More Didn’t find the help you were looking for? Please [...]
The following How-To Guides are provided in PDF format to assist you with the maintenance, repair and upgrading of your Tregaskiss® MIG guns, robotic peripherals and welding accessories. How to install TOUGH GUN I.C.E.® components on a TOUGH GUN® G1 series robotic MIG gunHow to repair a Euro TOUGH GUN robotic MIG gunHow to install air [...]
A quick twist is all it takes to install Quik Tip contact tips! Bernard Quik Tip™ consumables are designed with a threaded taper lock between the contact tip and the gas diffuser that increases tip life by providing excellent heat transfer and electrical conductivity. Not currently using a Bernard® MIG gun? Our Quik Tip conversion [...]
We’ve added a second taper at the rear of our TOUGH LOCK® retaining heads feature a second taper at the rear, so there is one taper for the contact tip connection and a second for the neck. Dual Taper Technology Dual taper technology creates a more secure seat, preventing the contact tip and retaining head [...]
Worried about hard to reach welds? Sometimes smaller IS better! TOUGH ACCESS® consumables are a sleek line of consumables (including retaining heads and nozzles) that allow entry into those hard-to-reach places that would otherwise be inaccessible due to fixture design or weldment. Available in straight bore (5/8″) and bottleneck (1/2″) style nozzles, these unique consumables are compatible [...]
TOUGH GARD® anti-spatter liquid is a ready-to-use water-soluble, non-toxic product developed to address the performance and environmental concerns of metal fabricators. Unlike oil-based anti-spatter solutions, TOUGH GARD anti-spatter liquid won’t clog the sprayer. By prolonging the life of your consumables and reducing the need for downtime, TOUGH GARD anti-spatter liquid can help to reduce your [...]
The QUICK LOAD® liner AutoLength™ system is designed specifically to minimize downtime, wire feeding and quality issues commonly associated with the liner being cut to an incorrect length. Short liners are a common root cause of poor wire feeding. Further, a short liner does not have a chance of properly seating in the retaining head — [...]
Built to optimize comfort and meet the demands of heavy-duty self-shielded flux-cored application Self-shielded flux-cored welding can be brutal on both you and your welding equipment. That’s why Bernard designed the Dura-Flux™ FCAW gun to be extremely durable, yet comfortable to hold and use. Our Dura-Flux FCAW guns meet the demanding needs and harsh environments [...]
Built to meet the needs of harsh and demanding environments, Bernard introduces the Dura-Flux™ FCAW gun with replaceable power cable liner that is extremely durable yet comfortable to hold and use. Self-shielded flux-cored welding can be brutal on both you can your welding equipment. That’s why Bernard designed the Dura-Flux™ FCAW gun to be extremely [...]
Save time and money by loading your liners from the front! Innovative QUICK LOAD® liners install from the front of the MIG gun in less than half the time required to install conventional liners, increasing uptime, cost savings and safety. OverviewCompatibilityPart Numbers Requires less than half the time and effort to replace (compared to conventional [...]
Whether you have a semi-automatic or automated MIG welding operation (or both!), the Amperage e-newsletter from Bernard and Tregaskiss keeps you up-to-date on the latest MIG gun and consumables innovations. Learn more about best practices, tips & tricks and ways to improve your operation’s overall welding performance.
Part of our Common Consumables Platform™, our well-known and trusted TOUGH LOCK® consumables can help to reduce your consumable costs and maintenance downtime. TOUGH LOCK contact tips are manufactured from high-quality, high-conductivity copper using a mandrel-drawn process that controls tip tolerances. When mated with our TOUGH LOCK retaining heads, they produce lower contact tip temperatures. [...]
Bernard developed its Centerfire™ consumables system with the user’s cost considerations in mind. Our contact tips, nozzles and diffusers are easy to use and high performing – they provide better arc starts, less spatter and more consistent welds – and also last up to three times longer than competitive brands. Not currently using a Bernard® [...]
Lower your operating costs, minimize downtime and increase safety by introducing a TOUGH GARD® Anti-Spatter Multi-Feed System to your facility. Eliminate the need to frequently refill sprayer reservoirs and feed up to 10 TOUGH GUN® reamer units from a single 5-gallon or 55-gallon drum of TOUGH GARD anti-spatter liquid. Overview Cap assembly for pails and [...]
