408-35125
Rev 1
DESCRIPTION
The tool frame features two jaws, a handle, ratchet adjustment wheel, and an emergency ratchet release. The
die set consist of a crimper (upper die) and an anvil (lower die). The tool frame holds a die assembly with one
or more crimping chambers. See Figure 1. Die retaining screws are used to secure the dies in the tool frame.
The tool features a ratchet and an adjustment wheel with a range of settings. The ratchet ensures that the tool
has completed the cycle and will not release until the handles have ben FULLY closed, unless the emergency
ratchet release is rotated to manually release the ratchet. The adjustment wheel controls the amount of handle
pressure exerted on the dies during the crimping procedure.
CAUTION
The dies bottom before the ratchet release. This feature ensures maximum tensile performance of the crimp. DO
NOT re-adjust the ratchet.
INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF DIE SET AND LOCATOR ASSEMBLY (FIGURE 1)
1. Open the tool handles and remove the two die retaining screws from the tool jaws.
2. Place the hex die anvil so that the marked surfaces face outward, when mounted in the moving jaw of
the tool frame.
3. Insert the die retaining screw through the jaw and through the hex die anvil and tighten the screw just
enough to hold the die in place. Do not tighten the screw completely at this time.
4. Place the hex die crimper so that the marked surface face outward, when mounted in the stationary jaw
of the tool frame.
5. Insert the die retaining screw through the jaw and through the hex die crimper and tighten the screw
just enough to hold the die in place. Do not tighten the screw completely at this time.
6. Carefully close the tool handles, making sure the anvil and crimper align properly. Continue closing the
tool handles until the ratchet in the tool frame has engaged sufficiently to hold the anvil and crimper in
place, then tighten both die retaining screws.
7. To disassemble, close the tool handles until the ratchet releases, remove the two die retaining screws,
and slide the anvil and crimper out of the tool jaws.
NOTE
The ratchet release has detents with audible “clicks” as the handles are closed. The ratchet releases on the sixth
“click”.
CRIMPING PROCEDURE
NOTE
The tool is provided with a crimp adjustment feature. Initially, the crimp height should be verified as specified in
Figure 4. Refer to Section 6, Crimp Height Inspection, and Section 7, Crimp Height Adjustment, to verify crimp
height before using the tool to crimp desired contacts and wire sizes.
Refer to the table in Figure 1 and select wire of the specified type. Strip the wire to the length specified for the
connector. Do not nick or cut wire strands. Select the applicable contact and assemble according to the
manufacturer’s instructions. Refer to Figure 2 and proceed as follows:
1. Hold the tool so that the back (wire side) is facing you. Squeeze the tool handles together and allow
them to open fully.
2. Holding the contact assembly, insert the contact assembly through the front of the tool and into the
crimp section.
3. Position the contact assembly in the crimp section.
4. CAUTION
Make sure that both sides of the wire barrel are started evenly into the crimping section. DO NOT attempt to crimp
an improperly positioned contact.
5. While holding the contact assembly in place, fully cycle the tool until the ratchet releases and allows
the handle to open.
