RHT-5770 Hand Crimp Tool
Doc No. 64001-3200 Release Date: 11-11-03
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Revision: B
Revision Date: 05-24-04
Crimping Butt Splices
When crimping butt splices, or 3-way and 4-way terminals
the locator must be removed.
1. Position the splice into the nest.
2. Partially close the tool to hold the splice in place.
3. Insert the properly stripped wire into the splice. The
wires end should butt against the tab in the terminal (See
Figure 4). Cycle the tool.
4. Remove the crimped splice. Inspect for proper crimp
location.
5. Rotate the butt splice terminal 180
°
, so that the opposite
end of splice is in the nest.
6. Repeat steps 2 thru 4.
Note: Whenever crimping without the locator, make sure the seam of the terminal is oriented up or down in
the tool if using unbrazed product, as this will provide higher pull force values.
Maintenance
It is recommended that each operator of the tool be made
aware of, and responsible for, the following maintenance
steps:
1. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants with a
clean brush, or soft, lint free cloth.
2. Do not use any abrasive materials that could damage the
tool.
3. Make certain all pins; pivot points and bearing surfaces
are protected with a thin coat of high quality machine oil.
Do not oil excessively. The 64001-3200 (RHT-5770) was engineered for durability but like any fine piece of
equipment, it needs cleaning and lubrication for a maximum service life of trouble free crimping. A light oil, such
as 30 weight automotive oil used at the oil points shown in Figure 5, every 5,000 crimps or 3 months, will
significantly enhance the tool life and ensure a stable calibration.
4. When tool is not in use, keep the handles closed to prevent objects from becoming lodged in the crimping dies,
and store the tool in a clean, dry area.
Miscrimps or Jams
Should this tool ever become stuck or jammed in a partially closed position,
Do Not force the handles open or closed.
The tool will open easily by pressing the ratchet release lever (See Figure 6).
WIRE
Figure 4
CONDUCTOR
ANVIL
CONDUCTOR
PUNCH
TAB OF
TERMINAL
BUTT SPLICE
TERMINAL
LUBRICATION POINTS
(BOTH SIDES)
LIGHT OIL (EVERY 3 MONTHS
OR 5,000 CRIMPS)
Figure 5