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TM42 Termination Press 

Order No: TM-690025099 

Release Date: 08-08-02 

UNCONTROLLED COPY

 

Page 7 of 49 

Revision: H 

Revision Date: 01-15-13 

 

General Description 

 

1.1 

Description 

The 69002-5000 (240V AC Version) and the 69002-
5001(120V AC Version) TM42 Termination Machine is 
an electrically operated, single-cycle, flywheel press.  
It is designed to provide an effective method of 
terminating a wide range of Molex side-feed crimp 
terminals to pre-stripped discrete wire and cable. 
 
Production flexibility is obtained through the use of 
interchangeable modular terminator dies.  These dies 
are inexpensive because, unlike a modular applicator, 
all crimp height and terminal feed adjustments are 
located in the press. The TM42 is ideally suited for 
mid-volume, semi-automatic operation. 
 
The TM42 will complete one crimping cycle with each 
depression of the foot pedal.  Safe operation is 
provided by an interlock switch that renders the press 
inoperative if the safety guard is removed. 

 

1.2 

Features 

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Utilizes Molex TM40, TM42, T2, and FFC 
Terminator Dies. 

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Independent conductor and insulation adjustments 
with position reference indicators. 

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Bench-mounted unit requires electrical power 
only.  Meets OSHA safety and noise standards. 
European CE rated. 

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Quick-release tooling for fast and simple 
changeover.  Ability to remove upper crimp tooling 
without removing lower die. 

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Ideal for mid-volume and semi-automatic 
applications. 

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38.1 mm Stroke, No ram adjustment required. 

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Meets ISO Standards. 

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Flexible external work light. 

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Universal feed adjustment to accept Molex side-
feed terminals. 

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Totally enclosed for operator safety, including a 
power interlock switch for the front guard with 
“GUARD OPEN” indicator light. 

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Resettable counter for accurate batch-counting. 

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Modular solid-state controls.  Power cord and foot 
pedal plug in easily. 

 

1.3 

Technical Specifications 

 

Dimensions with reel mounted 

Width: 

540.00mm  (21.30”) 

Depth: 

330.00mm  (13.00”) 

Height:  1,150.00mm (45.00”) 
 

(Without reel mounted)

 

 
Width: 

330.00mm  (13.00”) 

Depth: 

330.00mm  (13.00”) 

Height:  914.00mm  (36.00”)

 

 

Weight 

100kg (220 lbs.)  Unpacked

 

110kg (242 lbs.)  Gross 
 

Power Requirements 
69002-5001 

120V AC, 1Ph, 60 Hz, 5.8/2.9 Amp 

Note: Press shipped setup for 120V service. 
 

69002-5000

 240V AC, 1Ph, 50 Hz, 3.8 Amp 

European CE Rated. 
 

Production Rate 

Depending on the operator skill and the wire 
length, 2500 terminations per hour maximum. 
Flywheel rotation: 210 RPM. 
 

Processing Capability 

Up to 4.0mm² of copper conductor in solid or 
stranded wire. 
 

Sound Level 

Operator will be exposed to less than 85 DB. 
 

1.4 

Delivery Check 

After removing the packaging band, the top and 
sides of the box should lift off easily.  Make sure 
the following items are included in this package. 
 

Description 

Qty 

Main press body 

Reel support assembly 

Summary of Contents for TM42

Page 1: ...ss mainly focus on the distribution of electronic components Line cards we deal with include Microchip ALPS ROHM Xilinx Pulse ON Everlight and Freescale Main products comprise IC Modules Potentiometer...

Page 2: ...690025099 Release Date 08 08 02 UNCONTROLLED COPY Page 1 of 49 Revision H Revision Date 01 15 13 Tm42 Termination Press Use with Molex T2 and all Terminator Dies Operation Manual Order No 69002 5099...

Page 3: ...ed to alert against unsafe practices associated with events that could lead to personal injury WARNING WARNING Always wear proper eye protection when Operating or servicing this equipment Failure to w...

Page 4: ...ever perform any service or maintenance other than as described in this manual Never modify alter or misuse the equipment Molex crimp specifications are valid only when used with Molex terminals appli...

Page 5: ...lation and Removal 12 Section 3 14 Setup and Operation 14 3 1 Termination Die Set Installation and Removal 15 3 2 Loading the Terminal Strip 16 3 3 Punch and Anvil Alignment 18 3 4 Feed Finger Adjustm...

Page 6: ...e 08 08 02 UNCONTROLLED COPY Page 5 of 49 Revision H Revision Date 01 15 13 A 2 Conductor Bell Mouth and Terminal Cutoff Tab 43 A 3 Crimp Height Measurement 44 A 4 Insulation Crimp 44 A 5 Pull Force T...

Page 7: ...rder No TM 690025099 Release Date 08 08 02 UNCONTROLLED COPY Page 6 of 49 Revision H Revision Date 01 15 13 Section 1 General Description 1 1 Description 1 2 Features 1 3 Technical Specifications 1 4...

Page 8: ...st and simple changeover Ability to remove upper crimp tooling without removing lower die Ideal for mid volume and semi automatic applications 38 1 mm Stroke No ram adjustment required Meets ISO Stand...

Page 9: ...099 TM42 Operation Manual 1 69002 5560 Shim 1 69001 0106 Feed finger crank 1 69018 8235 10mm hex wrench 1 For International applications the power cord plug may need to be replaced or adapted with the...

Page 10: ...08 08 02 UNCONTROLLED COPY Page 9 of 49 Revision H Revision Date 01 15 13 Section 2 Installation 2 1 Lifting Mounting 2 2 Reel Support 2 3 Foot Pedal and Power Connection 2 4 Hand Rest 2 5 Safety and...

Page 11: ...the block prior to cycling the Press 2 1 Lifting Mounting WARNING The TM42 press weighs over 100 kg 220 lbs and is NOT intended to be lifted by an individual The guarding is not attached to provide su...

Page 12: ...2 4 Hand Rest Attach the hand rest with one M6 x 10 0mm BHCS located at the front center of the press See Figure 2 1 2 5 Safety and Work Area Check 1 Check that the work area is well lighted Adjust t...

Page 13: ...n this press determine the presence or absence of the 50mm 020 shim This shim is in addition to the 25 mm 010 that should always be present The TM42 is shipped from the factory for operation with U S...

Page 14: ...h side Once removed the guard interlock switch will disconnect power to both the motor and clutch 2 Remove the push rod from the hole on the right side of the bolster plate If necessary remove any too...

Page 15: ...tion 3 Setup and Operation 3 1 Termination Die Set Installation and Removal 3 2 Loading the Terminal Strip 3 3 Punch and Anvil Alignment 3 4 Feed Finger Adjustment 3 5 Forward Feed Adjustment 3 6 Back...

Page 16: ...the emergency stop button located on the front of the control panel Termination Die Removal 1 Remove the press guards by removing the 2 M10 BHCS See Figure 1 4 located on the front bolster plate and...

Page 17: ...feed finger clear and slide the terminator die onto the left locating plate 8 Attach the right locating plate and tighten the M5 BHCS 3 2 Loading the Terminal Strip CAUTION The specified terminal is p...

Page 18: ...until the first terminal comes to rest centered above the anvil See Figure 3 7 11 Release the terminal drag and anti backup pins for non adjustment terminators or rotate the drag cam to engage the ter...

Page 19: ...a carrier strip holes or by the tab between the insulation terminal section and the carrier strip 4 With a small screwdriver rotate the feed finger shaft CW to increase or CCW to decrease spring tensi...

Page 20: ...nut See Figure 3 12 4 Adjust the M6 back feed adjustment screw to change the backstroke position of the feed finger 5 After the stroke is adjusted tighten the M6 hex jam nut 6 Verify the forward stro...

Page 21: ...t of the punch plate See Figure 3 15 5 With a screwdriver turn the conductor adjusting screw located on the right side of the punch plate Rotating the adjusting screw clockwise one full turn will lowe...

Page 22: ...ght comes on Pressing the Emergency Stop button disconnects power to the motor and the clutch The run light goes off NOTE To fully remove power to the press unplug the power cord from the press contro...

Page 23: ...ase Date 08 08 02 UNCONTROLLED COPY Page 22 of 49 Revision H Revision Date 01 15 13 Section 4 Maintenance and Clutch Unit Service 4 1 Cleaning 4 2 Lubrication 4 3 Perishable Orders 4 4 Spare Orders 4...

Page 24: ...ot use solvents to clean the guards Window cleaner and a soft cloth should be used If the guarding becomes scratched or scuffed replacement may be necessary 4 2 Lubrication Excluding clutch assembly A...

Page 25: ...ked position See Figure 4 2 Insert the 10mm hex wrench into the socket head cap screw This screw is located in the center of the flywheel See Figure 4 1 This screw is spring loaded to prevent being le...

Page 26: ...move the 5 0mm x 35 Long spiral pin from the clutch and crankshaft using a drive punch 10 Remove the 3 M6 x 16 Long SHSS socket head shoulder screw from the clutch plate 11 Pull the clutch solenoid as...

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