408-35023
Rev A
2
of 5
DESCRIPTION
Each hand tool features two jaws (anvil and indenter), a locator, an insulation adjustment pin, and a ratchet.
When closed, the jaws form two crimping chambers each marked on the BACK side of the tool with the letters
A and B. The wire size range is marked on the link. See Figure 1.
The locator positions the receptacle in the jaws and aids in locating the wire in the receptacle. The insulation
adjustment pin is used to regulate the crimp height of the insulation barrel of the receptacle. The ratchet
assures full crimping of the receptacle. Once engaged, the ratchet will not release until the tool handles have
been FULLY closed.
CAUTION
The jaws bottom before the ratchet releases. This design feature ensures maximum electrical and tensile performance of the
crimp. DO NOT re-adjust the ratchet.
CRIMPING PROCEDURE
Select the appropriate receptacle and wire size for the hand tool. The wire size and insulation diameter must be
within the specified range for the receptacle. Strip the wire to the length shown in Figure 2. DO NOT nick or cut
the wire strands. Then, proceed as follows:
Figure 2
1. Hold tool so that the BACK side is facing you.
2. Open the jaws by squeezing the tool handles together until the ratchet releases.
3. Center the receptacle wire barrel in the appropriate nest of the anvil jaw (refer to Figure 1). Make sure
the tool locator enters the receptacle locator slot. See Figure 3.
Figure 3
Hand Tool Strip Length
675930-1
5.0 mm [.196]
Wire Barrel
Locator Slot
Insulation Barrel
Wire Strip Length
(See Table)
Locator Wire Slot
Back Side of Tool
Receptacle Locator Slot
Nest of Anvil Jaw
Stripped Wire
