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EATON
ET5050 Crimp machine operator´s manual E-EQCR-TT003-E2 May 2019
Adjusting the switching point of
the crimp machine
Adjust the switching point
of the machine from closing
speed to (slow) crimping
speed in the “Switching
Point” fields, either based
on the displacement or
the pressure.
The value first reached by
the machine triggers
switching from closing to
crimping speed.
Takes you back to the
previous screen.
Operational steps
1. Define crimp specification in the appropriate field.
2. Reference the controller specified die required.
3. Load the appropriate dies utilizing the QDC button and
instructions listed in this manual for safe die installation.
4. Verify uncrimped fitting diameter is smaller than the
‘switching point’ dimension (see Pg 18). Adjust to adhere|
as needed.
5. Set any desired dwell time to hold the crimp in the closed
position before auto opening. (if desired). Note: Default dwell
time is 0.0 seconds.
6. Set the auto opening diameter. (if desired).
7. Safely locate the fitting properly within the crimp tooling.
8. Activate crimper by depressing the cycle start button on the
controller or the foot pedal if activated, completing the crimp.
9. Measure the crimped fitting to proper specification.
10. If achieved crimp is larger or smaller than acceptable range,
enter the needed numerical correction in the offset
field. (+/-).
11. Save the crimp setting under a user specified name
(if desired).
