TE Connectivity 2031973-1, Instruction Sheet

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408-10215
Rev C
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7. INSPECTING THE CRIMP HEIGHT
Crimp height inspection is performed using a micrometer with a modified anvil, commonly referred to as a
crimp-height comparator. TE Connectivity does not manufacture or market crimp height comparators. Detailed
information on obtaining and using crimp-height comparators can be found in instruction sheet
408-7424 .
1. Refer to Table 2 and select a wire (maximum size) for each crimp section listed.
2. Refer to section 5, CRIMPING, and crimp the contacts accordingly.
3. Using a crimp height comparator, measure the wire barrel crimp height listed in Table 2.
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If the crimp height conforms to that shown in the table, the tool is considered dimensionally correct.
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If not, adjust the tool. Refer to section 8, ADJUSTING THE RATCHET.
CAUTION
Do not use damaged product. If a damaged contact is evident, replace it. Do not re-terminate contacts.
Figure 4: Crimp height
1
Modified anvil
2
Position point on center of wire barrel opposite seam
3
Crimp height (see Table 2)
Table 2: Crimp height specifications
Die assembly Wire size max mm
2
Crimp section
(wire size markings)
Crimp height mm [in.]
2031973-2
0.35 0.20-0.35 0.99 ± 0.05 [.039 ±.002]
0.8 0.50-0.80 1.12 ± 0.05 [.044 ±.002]
1.0 0.50-1.00 1.24 ± 0.05 [.049 ±.002]
2.0 1.50-2.00 1.60 ± 0.05 [.063 ±.002]