A structural steel fabrication company utilizing 500 amp welding guns with long torch necks and 25' cables was seeking a better solution in a high heat, long duty cycle application. Their current welding guns had poor consumable life and required a cover over the neck to shield welders from the excessive heat buildup while welding. Seeking to improve operator comfort and welding performance, they made the decision to try out the PowerBall® 500 amp MIG gun.

As with any high amperage, long duty cycle application, a high amount of heat is generated at the arc. To help combat this, a heat spring was developed for long torch necks commonly utilized in these extreme conditions. Throughout the trial, the superior cooling of the PowerBall® guns along with the spring significantly reduced heat exposure so welders could handle the neck without having to stop welding often to let the gun cool down. Additionally, the improved conductivity and welding performance of the PowerBall® MIG gun design resulted in 4X the consumable life they were getting with the previous welding guns they were using. Impressed with the improved performance and innovative technology, the facility made the decision to phase out their old welding guns and replace them with the PowerBall® 500 amp models.