{"product_id":"newborn-brothers-company-inc-newborn-11-oz-caulk-gun","title":"Newborn 188 Super Ratchet Rod 10 oz. Steel Half-Barrel Caulk Gun, 6:1 Thrust Ratio with Seal Puncture Tool and Spout Cutter","description":"\u003ch1\u003eNewborn 188 Super Ratchet Rod 10 oz. Steel Half-Barrel Caulk Gun, 6:1 Thrust Ratio with Seal Puncture Tool and Spout Cutter\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Newborn 188 Super Ratchet Rod Cradle caulking gun is a steel half-barrel gun that fits 1\/10-gallon (10 oz.) cartridges. Its 6:1 thrust ratio handles medium viscosity materials such as latex, acrylic, silicone and intumescent sealants. One gun per unit, weighing about 1.5 lb.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel half-barrel frame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Welded steel half-barrel frame built for professional use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6:1 thrust ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Geared for medium viscosity materials like silicone, latex and acrylic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRatchet pressure rod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ratchet-style pressure rod teeth hold the rod after each trigger pull, minimizing drips with thinner materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in seal puncture tool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opens cartridge seals without a knife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in spout cutter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Side-mounted spout cutter trims cartridge nozzles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLadder hook:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hanging hook on the back lets you park the gun on a ladder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWelded backcap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat-treated welded plate secures the cartridge in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications Table:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewborn Brothers Company Inc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e188\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSell unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 caulk gun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel half-barrel frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 oz. (1\/10 gal) cartridge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFits 1\/10 gal. cartridges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrust ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 gun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 lb per unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeal puncture tool, spout cutter, ladder hook, finger guard, welded backcap, heat-treated friction plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDispensing latex, acrylic, silicone and intumescent sealants and adhesives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFit and Compatibility:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits standard 1\/10-gallon (10 oz.) caulk and sealant cartridges. Pairs with Newborn caulk finishing tools such as the Caulk Buddy, sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ):\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What cartridge size does this gun fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It fits standard 10 oz. (1\/10 gallon) caulk and sealant cartridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is included with the gun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e One 188 caulk gun with built-in seal puncture tool, spout cutter, ladder hook, finger guard and welded backcap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What materials is it best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 6:1 thrust ratio is designed for medium viscosity materials such as silicone, latex, acrylic and intumescent sealants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does the ratchet rod reduce drips?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ratchet-style pressure rod has teeth that hold the rod in place after each trigger pull, which helps minimize drips with thinner materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much does it weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 1.5 lb per unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can it hang on a ladder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, there is a hook on the back for hanging the gun on a ladder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExpert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 6:1 thrust ratio is the sweet spot for latex, acrylic and silicone cartridges; step up to a higher-ratio gun for high-viscosity or bulk materials. The ratchet rod is forgiving for occasional users, and the built-in seal puncture tool and spout cutter save fumbling for a knife on the job. The welded backcap and heat-treated friction plate hold cartridges securely in the half-barrel cradle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKeep fingers clear of the spout cutter and seal puncture tool; both have sharp edges and cut points.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd the Newborn 188 Super Ratchet Rod caulk gun to your toolbox today for clean, controlled bead dispensing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Newborn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53396005519727,"sku":"NWB.188","price":11.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/3499\/7051\/files\/99cfa44ffa5e8c675c556f53fdabe241fd7a14e45f11ca6e1391cdcad891a308.jpg?v=1789411958","url":"https:\/\/superarbor.io\/products\/newborn-brothers-company-inc-newborn-11-oz-caulk-gun","provider":"Super Arbor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}