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Bernard™ MIG Gun Spatter Shield

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Airgas Part #:BER6108E

Manufacturer Part #:6108E


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Item Details

  • The ITW / Miller 6108E Shield Spatter is an industrial-grade chemical welding consumable formulated as a high-efficiency barrier fluid. It is engineered to prevent the thermal adhesion of weld spatter onto base metals, contact tips, gas nozzles, shrouds, and surrounding tooling infrastructure during heavy-arc welding operations. This non-silicone, water-based emulsion isolates target surfaces without compromising metallurgical integrity or downstream finishing processes.

Features

  • Eliminates Secondary Rework: Prevents hot spatter from fusing to base metal, removing the need for post-weld grinding, chiseling, or wire brushing
  • Silicone-Free Composition: Ensures optimal paint and powder-coat adhesion without the risk of fish-eye craters
  • In-Process Corrosion Resistance: Contains active flash-rust inhibitors to protect bare steel workpieces from oxidation
  • Consumable Life Extension: Increases the lifespan of gas nozzles, contact tips, diffusers, and shrouds by preventing spatter bridges
  • High-Heat Stability: Maintains a stable barrier film under intense thermal radiant energy from high-amperage spray-transfer or pulsed GMAW arcs
  • User Safety: Zero VOC emission profile minimizes hazardous fumes and workplace exposure in the welder's breathing zone
  • Easy Removal: Residue can be wiped off or cleaned with standard aqueous cleaners or solvent prep-wipes
  • Non-Flammable: Utilizes nitrogen propellant and water-based chemistry for safe use in high-heat environments

Specifications

  • Product Code/SKU: 6108E
  • Physical State: Pressurized liquid emulsion / aerosol spray
  • Appearance: Opaque, milky white liquid
  • Odor: Mild, low-odor threshold
  • Carrier Matrix: Water-based emulsion
  • Active Shielding Base: Non-silicone
  • Propellant Gas: Nitrogen (N2)
  • Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 0.99 – 1.01 @ 20°C (68°F)
  • Relative Density: 0.99 – 1.01 g/cm³
  • Boiling Point / Range: 100°C (212°F)
  • Evaporation Rate: 1 (equivalent to water baseline)
  • Percent Volatile by Volume: 95% – 97%
  • Flash Point: None (Non-flammable fluid chemistry)
  • Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC): 0%
  • Solvent Profile: Contains no chlorinated hydrocarbons, fluorocarbons, or toxic solvents
  • Partition Coefficient (log Pow): < 1
  • Viscosity: Water-thin fluid for ultra-fine atomization
  • Storage Temperature Limits: 4°C (40°F) to 49°C (120°F)
  • Freezing Integrity: Freeze-thaw stable without chemical separation
  • Net Weight per Unit: 14 wt. oz. (396 grams)
  • Container Delivery System: Industrial aerosol can with ultra-atomizing delivery valve
  • Aerosol Can Dimensions: 16 fl. oz. nominal volume cylinder
  • GHS Classification: Gas Under Pressure (Liquefied/Compressed Gas)
  • OSHA Compliance: 29 CFR 1910.1200
  • WHMIS Compliance: Registered for sale across all Canadian provinces
  • Biodegradability: Formulated with biodegradable base elements
  • Coating Compatibility: Certified paintable and powder-coat friendly

Applications

  • GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding / MIG): Applied to gun nozzles, tips, and target weldment faces
  • FCAW-G / FCAW-S (Flux-Cored Arc Welding): Captures heavy slag and high-volume spatter droplets
  • Automated / Robotic Welding Cells: Used on specialized fixtures, pneumatic clamps, and automatic nozzle-cleaning stations
  • Heavy Transportation & Automotive Manufacturing: Applied to chassis, truck beds, railcars, and heavy equipment frames
  • Structural Steel Fabrication: Used on columns, beams, plates, and gussets to maintain surfaces for NDT inspection
  • Agricultural Equipment Production: OEM assembly of implements, tractors, and processing machinery
  • Shipbuilding & Marine Construction: Fabrication of maritime assemblies, bulkheads, and deck configurations
  • Maintenance, Repair, & Overhaul (MRO): Protection of tooling, jigs, positioners, and bench vices