408-1559
Hand Crimping Tools
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TOOL NUMBER
DIE CLOSURE DIM'S. F"{ (Set Insulation
Adjustment Pins at No. 1 Position)
GAGE ELEMENT {{ DIM'S. G"
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SUGGESTED PLUG GAGE DESIGN Ċ INSULATION CRIMP
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Die Closure
Configuration
2. Align the GO element of the gage with the
appropriate crimping area to be checked. Refer to
Figure 10. Push the element straight into the area
without using force. The GO element must pass
completely through the crimping area.
3. Align the NO–GO element of the gage with the
same crimping area, and try to insert the element.
The NO–GO element may start entry, but it must
not pass completely through the crimping area.
4. Repeat the gage inspection procedure for each
crimping area, making sure to use the correct plug
gage for each inspection.
If the crimping areas conform to the gage inspection,
the tool is considered dimensionally correct. If the
crimping areas do not conform to the inspection, the
tool must be repaired. Refer to Section 8,
REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR.
For additional information concerning the use of the
plug gage, refer to instruction sheet 408–7424.
C. CERTI-CRIMP Hand Crimping Tool Ratchet
Control Inspection
Obtain a .025–mm [.001–in.] shim that is suitable for
checking the clearance between the bottoming
surfaces of the crimping dies. To inspect the ratchet
control:
1. Refer to Figure 3 and select a terminal or splice
and wire (maximum size).
2. Position the terminal or splice in the appropriate
crimping area, according to the method described
in Paragraph 3.1, Steps 1 through 5.
3. While holding the wire in place, squeeze the tool
handles together until the ratchet releases. Hold
the tool in this position, maintaining just enough
pressure to keep the dies closed.
