CERTI-CRIMP*
Hand Tool Ratchet
Tool Number
Marking
Crimp
Type
Insulation Crimp
Adjustment Pins
Back of Tool
(Wire Side)
Wire Size
Marking
Terminal
Type
Tool Color
Code
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Instruction Sheet
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LOC B
408-1809
Hand Crimping Tools 90025 and 90026
28 SEP 11 Rev B
PROPER USE GUIDELINES
Cumulative Trauma Disorders can result from the prolonged use of manually powered hand tools. Hand tools are intended for occasional use
and low volume applications. A wide selection of powered application equipment for extended-use, production operations is available.
Figure 1
1. INTRODUCTION
Hand Crimping Tools 90025 and 90026 (see Figure 1)
are designed to crimp the PIDG* Taper Pin Terminals
listed in Figure 2. Read these instructions thoroughly
before using the tools.
NOTE
i
Dimensions on this sheet are in millimeters [with
inches in brackets].
Reasons for reissue are provided in Section 7,
REVISION SUMMARY.
2. DESCRIPTION
Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3.
The FRONT of the tool has the "AMP" marking on the
link. The BACK of the tool (wire side), into which the
wire is inserted, has the tool number marked on the
handle and the crimp type, wire size, and type of
terminal the tool can crimp ("PIDG") marked on the
link.
Each tool features two crimping jaws, a locator, two
insulation crimp adjustment pins, color-coded tool
handles, and a CERTI-CRIMP tool ratchet.
Each terminal features a color-coded sleeve which
matches the color coded tool handle marking of the
applicable crimping tool. The locator aids in
positioning the terminal between the crimping jaws.
The insulation crimp adjustment pins are used to
regulate the crimp height of the terminal insulation
barrel. The ratchet assures full crimping of the
terminal. Once engaged, the ratchet will not release
until the tool handles have been FULLY closed.
CAUTION
!
The crimping jaws bottom before the ratchet
releases. This is a design feature that assures
maximum electrical and tensile performance of the
crimp. Do NOT re-adjust the ratchet.
3. CRIMPING PROCEDURE
Refer to the table in Figure 2 and check the selected
wire, terminal, and crimping tool for compatibility.
Wire size and insulation diameter must be within the
specified range for the terminal. Strip the wire to the
length indicated - do NOT cut or nick the wire strands.
The hand tool must be the one designed for crimping
the wire and terminal.
