408-1559
Hand Crimping Tools
Rev P
6 of 10
Tyco Electronics Corporation
Figure 7
1
Insulation barrel is in firm contact with wire insulation.
2
Correct color code, dot code, and tool combination (Rib code
on bottom, dot code on top when crimped in tool No. 69454).
3
Wire size is within the wire range stampedunder the terminal
tongue or on the center of the splice.
4
Crimp is centeredon the wire barrel.
5
Conductor end is flush with, or extends beyond, the end of the
terminal wire barrel.
6
Conductor end is against the wire stop, is at least flush with, or
extends slightly beyond, the wire barrel.
7
Wire insulation does not enter the wire barrel.
8
No nicked or missing conductor strands.
1
No flash or extruded insulation.
2
Correct color code, dot code, and tool combination. Dot coding
disappears from sealed splices when they are heat sealed.
3
Correct wire size is used.
4
Wire insulation does not enter wire barrel of splice.
5
Endof conductor is against wire stop, is at least flush with, or
extends slightly beyond, the splice's wire barrel.
6
Endof conductor is bottomedin cap.
7
Full width of crimp is over wire barrel.
8
No nicked or missing conductor strands.
9
Crimp is centeredon wire barrel.
10
Splice insulation is in contact with wire insulation.
PIDG AND
PLASTI-GRIP
Terminals
PIDG
Butt Splices
PLASTI-GRIP
Butt Splice
Spare Wire
Caps
1
2
4
5
3
7
8
6
3
4
6
2
1
A Dot Code (1 or 2 Dots) Must Appear
on All CrimpedItems
(Rib code on bottom, dot code on top when
crimpedin tool No. 69454)
3
1
5
2
10
9
4
8
5
Wire Stop
4
8
6
7
2
1
3
Wire Stop
6. INITIAL TOOL INSPECTION
Hand crimping tools are inspected before
shipment. The tool received should be inspected
immediately upon arrival to ensure that the tool has
not been damaged during shipment, and that it
performs according to the criteria described in this
sheet. If a tool is damaged upon arrival, retain the
shipping container, file a claim with the carrier, and
notify Tyco Electronics immediately.
7. MAINTENANCE/INSPECTION
7.1. Daily Maintenance
1. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants
from the tool with a clean brush or a soft, lint–free
cloth. Do NOT use objects that could damage the
tool.
2. Make sure that the proper retaining pins are in
place and are secured with the proper retaining
rings.
3. Make certain that all pins, pivot points, and
bearing surfaces are protected with a THIN coat
of any good SAE 20 motor oil. Do NOT oil
excessively.
4. When the tool is not in use, keep the handles
closed to prevent objects from becoming lodged in
the crimping areas and store the tool in a clean,
dry area.
