The MK Products Trigger Kit 005-0694 is a complete trigger assembly replacement for Python and Cobra Max MIG welding guns. It restores precise on/off wire feed control to these professional push-pull gun platforms, with all necessary hardware included for a straightforward in-field repair.
| Model | Trigger Kit — Python / Cobra Max |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 005-0694 |
| Compatible Gun Models | MK Products Python, Python Max, Cobra Max welding guns |
| Component Type | Complete trigger assembly kit (all hardware included) |
| Cooling | N/A (replacement part; host gun is air-cooled) |
| Manufacturer | MK Products |
| OEM / Aftermarket | OEM MK Products part |
| Application | Trigger replacement or upgrade on Python / Cobra Max push-pull MIG guns |
The trigger is the most frequently actuated mechanical component on any MIG gun. In high-production or continuous welding environments, triggers wear out faster than any other part of the gun. The 005-0694 kit is the correct OEM solution when the trigger on your Python or Cobra Max shows any of these symptoms:
- Trigger wear or intermittent failure — if the gun's wire feed becomes inconsistent or requires excessive finger pressure, the trigger assembly is the first component to inspect and replace.
- Physical damage from drops or abrasion — the trigger housing on professional-grade guns is replaceable as an assembly, avoiding a full gun replacement after accidental damage.
- Preventive maintenance on production guns — shops running multiple shifts should stock the 005-0694 kit as a planned replacement item to avoid unscheduled downtime.
- Trigger upgrade — restores the factory-calibrated "forward trigger" ergonomics that MK Products Python guns are known for, ensuring consistent operator comfort and precise wire feed control.
- Field service repair — with all hardware included, the kit enables technicians to perform a complete trigger swap without additional hardware sourcing.
The 005-0694 is itself a replacement part for MK Products Python and Cobra Max guns. For other MK Products gun components and consumables that wear alongside the trigger, consider the following companion parts:
- Contact tips: Python-series contact tips — available in 0.030, 0.035, 0.045, and 1/16 in. diameters for solid wire, and aluminum / cored wire variants.
- Nozzles: Gas cup nozzles sized to the Python barrel — standard #10 nozzle (5/8 in. ID) is the most common fit.
- Liners: Teflon liners (931-0137 and related part numbers) for smooth aluminum wire feeding through the push-pull system.
- Drive roll assemblies: Knurled drive rolls and idler wire feed kits for the Python motor assembly.
- Barrel assemblies: EZ-Lock barrel replacements (6 in., A/C 60°) if the barrel requires replacement alongside the trigger repair.
Browse MK Products compatible tips, nozzles, and liners at WeldingMart Torch Tips & Nozzles. For the full MK Products gun and accessories catalog, visit the Guns & Torches collection hub.
WeldingMart is an authorized stocking distributor for MK Products and their full line of professional push-pull MIG guns and accessories, including Python, Cobra Max, and Cobramatic systems.
- Genuine MK Products parts: We stock authentic OEM replacement components — not generic aftermarket substitutes — ensuring correct fit and function.
- Complete gun support: Beyond the trigger kit, we carry the full range of Python and Cobra Max consumables and replacement parts in one place.
- Application expertise: Our team has experience with MK Products push-pull systems for aluminum and special-alloy applications and can advise on repair vs. replacement decisions.
- Fast US shipping: In-stock parts ship within one business day to minimize production downtime.
For all MK Products gun parts and accessories, visit the Guns & Torches collection or explore Torch Tips & Nozzles for compatible consumables.