RS PRO Hand Ratcheting Crimp Tool for Crimp Contacts

RS PRO 8-indent crimp tool designed around MIL-C-2250/2 (setting 3 upwards). Lightweight and easy to operate, the positioners set the crimp contact barrel at the correct height for crimping. This professional hand tool offers wire range size of 26 AWG to 16 AWG.

Features and Benefits:
Tool: nickel plated steel finish
Blue plastic handle grip
Positioners are anodised and fixed to the tool using a bayonet action
Width: 40 mm
Wire size: 26 to 16 AWG


Typical Applications
Crimping tools can be used for a variety of applications:-

• Maintenance & repair
• Electrical Installations
• Cable assemblies

FAQs:
What is the difference between un-insulated and insulated crimp tools?
Un-insulated crimp tools are typically used for general applications, whereas the insulated crimp tools have been VDE tested up to 1000 V, designed for use where electrical current is present.

How to maintain the product?
• To maintain a good function and long life: Axles and other movable parts should be regularly lubricated
• Lubrication* is recommended at least every 10,000 cycles whenever the tool is exposed to dirt or other contaminants
• Adjustment of the crimping die nests should also be checked. Readjustment of the pressure adjustment axle is necessary when the pre-load of the tool decreases significantly.
*Use a light mineral-free oil

The Importance of a High-Quality Crimp
When a crimping tool is used on a terminal, two crimps take place at the same time. One is the electrical connection between the conductor and terminal. The other is the insulation crimp which provides strain relief against vibration and tension. It is important that the electrical connection is gas-tight without any voids between the wire strands and the terminal. If there any voids present, then corrosion can occur causing resistance and excessive heat which damages the electrical connection. Using a good quality crimping tool will ensure that a full, gas-tight crimp is produced preventing future deterioration of the electrical