PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT –
New 211-5 Switch
This improved switch design will significantly improve the performance and the life of the switch over previous versions.
The new 211-5 switch became standard on all Bernard® TGX® XS and T-Gun™ semi-automatic compact series MIG guns (formerly Tregaskiss® semi-automatic MIG guns) on March 1, 2011.
What Changed?
The switch casing design has been updated to allow for improved retention tabs between two switch halves, which also reduces the chance of switches tearing apart during use. This new design also provides for an enhanced connection between the exterior terminals and the switch (see Figure 1 below).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can you tell the difference between the old version and the new 2011 design?
New 2011 design has the large tabs as shown in Figure 2 below.
New 2011 design (bottom)
Current design (top) vs.
New 2011 design (bottom)
As of March 13, 2011, the electronic trigger lock (Part Number 411-500) for Bernard® T-Gun™ series MIG guns (formerly Tregaskiss® TOUGH GUN® semi-automatic MIG guns) is no longer available. It has been REPLACED with Part Number 411-4.
May 22, 2009 This optional insulator for the 601 series water-cooled nozzle is now made of high-temperature Teflon material rather than ceramic. This new design is shorter than the previous ceramic version, but outperforms the previous design since it uses a more durable material. This optional nozzle insulator is available as a separate item: Part #601-5-75-4
May 22, 2009 This thread-on nozzle system features a TOUGH LOCK® retaining head with an external thread and a tapered seat.
May 22, 2009 TOUGH LOCK® extra heavy duty (EHD) contact tips (603-20 series) are ideal for large wire sizes, 7/64″ and 1/8″ for example, that can’t be handled with the TOUGH LOCK heavy duty (HD) contact tip series.
January 29, 2009 This adaptor is designed to allow the use of TOUGH LOCK® consumables on Tweco®-style air-cooled robotic necks without changing the original tool center point (TCP).
January 29, 2009 Newly designed, this Miller® quick-connect block (adaptor) receives a 214-1 Miller power pin and assembles into feeders that are compatible with OTC®, Tweco® #4, and Tweco #5 power pins. Part Number: 417-63
September 19, 2008 Due to popular demand, Tregaskiss now offers a TOUGH LOCK® extended life heavy duty (EXHD) contact tip. These contact tips are available in packs of 100 (part #403-27-116).
June 8, 2009 Tregaskiss is pleased to offer a new power pin connection for Cloos® SZ-style wire feeders. This is a complete connection (similar to our Euro style MIG guns) which can be ordered on Tregaskiss® TOUGH GUN® robotic and automatic MIG guns and Bernard® T-Gun™ semi-automatic MIG guns (formerly Tregaskiss TOUGH GUN semi-automatic MIG guns). Robotic applications will also require an external cord set for the clutch. NOTE: This connection is compatible only with a QUICK LOAD® liner. This product is considered a Special Product and has a 15-day lead time, and is available as a product upgrade from a power pin or Euro (part #678C), or on a NEW Special Gun (SG) from Tregaskiss (various SG numbers).
July 1, 2009 Tregaskiss has designed a power pin (part #214-41) that can be used in place of the actual Fronius® Power Pin for the VR15000 wire feeder. This new power pin is compatible with Tregaskiss TOUGH GUN® robotic and automatic MIG guns and Bernard® T-Gun™ semi-automatic MIG guns (formerly Tregaskiss TOUGH GUN semi-automatic MIG guns). A liner cap adaptor (part #214-41-3) is also available for upgrading existing Fronius power pins to the QUICK LOAD liner system. Fronius wire feeders can come with several types of connections. The following chart indicates the recommended Tregaskiss power pin solution for each:
September 29, 2009 Tregaskiss has made a change to its quick-connect blocks 417, 417-50, 417-60 and 417-63. The brass fitting on the end of the gas hose (as shown in the 417-63 Miller® quick-connect block image to the right) has been removed from these quick-connect blocks.
November 26, 2009 Customers may notice that some Tregaskiss® parts and consumables are arriving in different bags. We transitioned from the white bag design branded with the TOUGH GUN® name to a black bag design with the Tregaskiss brand name. In addition to changing the branding and color of the bags, the overall usability has also been improved. The new Tregaskiss black 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. We have also changed all the hanging holes from circular to sombrero shape for compatibility with a wider variety of hook sizes and shapes. The roll marks pressed into our genuine parts and consumables have also migrated from a plain font “TOUGH GUN” to the script-style Tregaskiss logo. This will help customers more easily distinguish genuine Tregaskiss consumables from generic impostors. The primary reason for these packaging and roll mark changes is to more accurately market our Tregaskiss consumable platform under the Tregaskiss trademark. Marketing these parts and consumables under the TOUGH GUN name could be misinterpreted to mean that these items can only be used on TOUGH GUN products. However, Tregaskiss parts and consumables have actually been designed to maximize compatibility with Tregaskiss TOUGH GUN robotic and automatic MIG guns, Bernard® T-Gun™ semi-automatic MIG guns (formerly Tregaskiss TOUGH GUN semi-automatic MIG guns), and Bernard TGX® series MIG guns (formerly Tregaskiss TGX series MIG guns).
July 14, 2010 Tregaskiss has expanded its QUICK LOAD® liner offering ot include three new wire sizes for 0.030″, 1/16″ to 5/64″, and 0.078″ to 3/32″ wires. QUICK LOAD liners consist of a two-piece system that requires less than half the time and effort for replacement compared to conventional MIG gun liners, and they also ease routine maintenance. The welding operator simply installs the retainer in the power pin on the first use. During subsequent liner replacements, the QUICK LOAD liner feeds through the front of the MIG gun, which can remain attached to the wire feeder during liner replacement. The welding operator needs only to remove the front-end consumables (nozzle, retaining head and contact tip) and slide the liner over the wire, using it as a guide. There is no need to cut the wire in the MIG gun. The QUICK LOAD liners for 0.078” to 3/32” wire require the new 415-24 QUICK LOAD liner retainer, while all other liner sizes use Tregaskiss’ existing 415-26 retainer. Tregaskiss offers QUICK LOAD liners in lengths up to 25 feet for Bernard® T-Gun™ semi-automatic MIG guns (formerly Tregaskiss® TOUGH GUN® semi-automatic MIG guns) and up to 15 feet long for robotic applications. On semi-automatic applications, the liners can be easily changed even when the MIG gun is mounted to feeders on booms; there is no need to climb up to the feeder. Similarly, on robotic applications, the QUICK LOAD liner minimizes downtime by eliminating the trouble of maneuvering around tooling or transferring systems to remove the MIG gun from the wire feeder. It also allows for liner changeover from a safe-zone outside the work cell during routine pauses in production. The QUICK LOAD liners are particularly beneficial when coupled with Tregaskiss’ TOUGH GUN ThruArm® series robotic MIG guns, as the wire feeders in through-arm systems are closely positioned next to the robot’s casting and can be cumbersome to move during conventional liner changeover.
November 12, 2010 Effective Monday, November 12, 2010, Tregaskiss has released a new design for the TOUGH GUN® reamer cutter blades. The new product is made in North America and has passed a series of stringent tests. As a result, we are proud to implement this product, approved by the Tregaskiss Engineering team, as our new standard offering. The new design will be implemented as a ‘running change’ and will be sold under the same part numbers as the previous design.
May 7, 2008 Previously we have supplied the type of TR-2210 solenoid valves (made by SMC) for the TOUGH GUN® reamer as shown in the image on the left (OLD). We now offer an improved DIN connection for this product (also from SMC) shown in the image on the right (NEW). This new product is rated “IP65” (as defined in international standard IEC 60529), where: NOTE: This product is designed for use ONLY on TOUGH GUN reamers with externally mounted valves. Refer to product insert INS053 for more information about TR-2210 solenoid valves for TOUGH GUN reamers with external valves.
August 21, 2008 The TOUGH GUN® sprayer, used as a stand-alone unit or on a TOUGH GUN reamer, has been improved in the following ways: Refer to product insert INS058 for more information about RR-1320 anti-spatter reservoirs for TOUGH GUN reamers.
May 14, 2008 The design of the wire cutter blade has been improved to more securely fasten to the TOUGH GUN® wire cutter (WC-100). The WC-100-7 wire cutter blade kit includes the new blade and insert, and is backwards compatible with older wire cutters. Product insert INS049 provides installation and replacement instructions. Factory-installed wire cutter features a built-in heli-coil and use a “socket-counter-sunk-head cap screw” (SCHCS) or flat-head screw to fasten the blade to the wire cutter.
March 2, 2008 The next generation TOUGH GUN® reamer will knock you out with its powerful one-two punch: Rugged durability PLUS new features that improve reliability, ease maintenance, and provide a safer and more accurate setup. Watch our online animation to learn more about the Next Generation TOUGH GUN reamer from Tregaskiss.
June 24, 2009 Tregaskiss has implemented a series of changes to the TOUGH GUN® robotic neck checking fixtures product line. Below is the new simplified offering of robotic neck checking fixtures: *Base plate not included, but the drawings are available free of charge from the Tregaskiss Technical Services department. For more information, please refer to the M042 technical product manual for TOUGH GUN robotic neck checking fixtures.
June 19, 2008 Tregaskiss is proud to introduce the TOUGH GUN® ThruArm® series featuring low-stress robotic (LSR) unicable technology. This new robotic MIG gun feeds through the arm of the robot and incorporates a unique unicable that offers 360 degrees of continuous rotation. Designed specifically to minimize downtime and improve welding performance on today’s through-arm robotic welding systems, the TOUGH GUN ThruArm series with LSR unicable technology is available as a complete package (from the feeder to the contact tip) for both clutch and solid mount robotic systems, including those by FANUC®, OTC Daihen®, ABB® and Motoman®. Click here to learn more about this product.
December 8, 2008 Tregaskiss is pleased to offer an improved rear housing for robotic Euro MIG guns (part #677E), which provides improved protection from the welding environment, it’s easier to install and maintain, it has a larger, more robust spring, and it’s backwards compatible with existing robotic Euro MIG guns.
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. Replacement parts and consumables for existing 450 amp robotic water-cooled MIG guns will continue to be sold by Tregaskiss for a period of 5 years*. *Availability and list prices of replacement parts for the affected products are subject to change without notice. Click here for more information.
March 25, 2008 Tregaskiss has discontinued the AS-708-22 (6′) and AS-708-23 (12′) control cables and replaced them with Coupled with the AS-708-14-1 “curly” clutch cord (with LED lights), the new AS-708-2406 (6′) and AS-708-2412 (12′) control cables should experience improved longevity and performance compared to the old cords.
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.
PRODUCT UPDATE – Trigger Lock 411-500
PRODUCT UPDATE –
Trigger Lock 411-500 for T-Gun Series MIG GunsAffected Part Numbers
NEW PRODUCT – Nozzle Insulator for 600 amp Robotic Water-Cooled MIG Gun
NEW PRODUCT —
Nozzle Insulator for 600 amp
Tregaskiss Robotic Water-Cooled MIG Guns
NEW PRODUCT – Thread-On Nozzle System
NEW PRODUCT —
Tregaskiss Thread-On Nozzle System
to copper threads and prolonging the life of the neck
TOUGH LOCK consumable series
NEW PRODUCT – TOUGH LOCK EHD Contact Tips
NEW PRODUCT —
TOUGH LOCK Extra Heavy Duty Contact Tips
NEW PRODUCT – TOUGH LOCK Adaptor for Tweco-Style Robotic Necks
NEW PRODUCT —
TOUGH LOCK Adaptor for Tweco Style Robotic Necks
Part Numbers and Descriptions
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Miller Quick-Connect Block
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT —
Miller Quick Connect Block
NEW PRODUCT – TOUGH LOCK EXHD Contact Tips
NEW PRODUCT —
TOUGH LOCK Extended Life Heavy Duty Contact Tips
NEW PRODUCT – Cloos Power Pin
NEW PRODUCT —
Tregaskiss Power Pin Connection for Cloos Wire Feeders
Ordering Information
NEW PRODUCT – Fronius Power Pin
NEW PRODUCT —
Tregaskiss Power Pin for Fronius VR1500 Wire Feeders
QUICK LOAD™ Liner System by replacing it with the
Tregaskiss Liner Cap (part #214-41-3).Fronius® Feeder Connection Type Tregaskiss Part Number Fronius “North America” Power Pin 214-17 Tweco® #4 214 Euro Connection Euro Fronius Power Pin #4.045.848.638 for VR1500 Feeder 214-41 Fronius F++ Not Available PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Quick-Connect Blocks
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT —
Quick-Connect Blocks
Affected Part Numbers and Descriptions
PRODUCT CHANGE – Tregaskiss Bags and Roll Marks
PACKAGING IMPROVEMENT —
Changes to Tregaskiss Bags and Roll Marks
PRODUCT UPDATE – New QUICK LOAD Liner Wire Sizes
PRODUCT UPDATE —
Expanded QUICK LOAD Liner Product Offering
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Reamer Cutter Blades
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT —
TOUGH GUN Reamer Cutter BladesSummary of Design Changes
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Solenoid Valve for TOUGH GUN Reamer Robotic Nozzle Cleaning Stations
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT —
Solenoid Valve for TOUGH GUN Reamers with External Valves
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – TOUGH GUN Sprayer
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT —
TOUGH GUN Sprayer
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Wire Cutter Blades
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT —
Wire Cutter BladesNEW PRODUCT – Next Generation TOUGH GUN Reamer
NEW PRODUCT —
Next Generation TOUGH GUN Reamer
The TOUGH GUN Reamer just got TOUGHER!
PRODUCT UPDATE – Neck Checking Fixtures
PRODUCT UPDATE —
TOUGH GUN Neck Checking FixturesProduct Type Part Number Replaces Quick-Change Robotic Air-Cooled Necks G-405CA N/A TOUGH GUN I.C.E.® Robotic Necks G-405CA and G-495-8 G-4051 TOUGH GUN I.C.E. Robotic Necks with Wire Brake (WB) GS-105* G-405W Robotic Quick Change Water-Cooled (QCWC) Necks GS-103* G-495 Robotic Keyed Water-Cooled (KWC) Necks N/A G-458 NEW PRODUCT – TOUGH GUN ThruArm Series
NEW PRODUCT —
TOUGH GUN ThruArm Series Robotic MIG Guns
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Rear Housing Design for Robotic Euro MIG Guns
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT —
Rear Housing Design for Robotic Euro MIG Guns
DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – 450 amp Robotic Water-Cooled MIG Guns
DISCONTINUED PRODUCT — 450 amp TOUGH GUN Robotic Water-Cooled MIG Guns
Affected Products
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT – Robotic External Control Cables
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT —
Robotic External Control Cables
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).
DISCONTINUED PRODUCT – Keyed and Quick-Change Water-Cooled MIG Guns
DISCONTINUED PRODUCT — TOUGH GUN Keyed and Quick-Change Water-Cooled MIG Guns
