408-32084 Datasheet, PDF (3/5 Pages) TE Connectivity Ltd – Cumulative Trauma Disorders can result from the prolonged use of manually powered hand tools

408-32084
Select an applicable contact and identify the appropriate crimp section according to the wire size markings on
the tool. Refer to Figure 2 and proceed as follows:
1. Hold the tool so that the back (wire side) is facing you. Squeeze tool handles together and allow them
to open fully.
2. Holding the contact by the mating end, insert the contact through the front of the tool and into the
appropriate crimp section.
Position Point on
Center of Wire
“A”
Barrel Opposite
Seam
Modified Anvil
TOOLING
2217208-[ ]
2211267-[ ]
WIRE SIZE MAX
mm² [AWG]
1.27 [16]
0.89 [18]
0.56 [20]
0.56 [20]
2 X 0.56 [2 X 20]
0.34 [22]
CRIMP SECTION
(WIRE SIZE MARKINGS)
16
18
20
20
2 X 20
22
Figure 3
CRIMP HEIGHT
DIMENSION “A”
1.35 ±0.06 [.0531 ±.0024]
1.19 ±0.06 [.0468 ±.0024]
1.06 ±0.06 [.0417 ±.0024]
1.050 ±0.03 [.041 ±.001]
1.28 +0.04/-0.08 [.050 +.0015/-.0030]
0.98 +0.03/-0.06 [.038 +.001/-.002]
3. Position the contact so that the open “U” of the wire barrel faces the top of the tool. Place the contact
up into the nest so that the wire barrel is against the locator.
CAUTION
Make sure that both sides of the wire barrel are started evenly into the crimping section. Do not attempt to crimp an improperly
positioned contact.
5. CRIMP HEIGHT INSPECTION
Crimp height inspection is performed through the use of a micrometer with a modified anvil, commonly referred
to as a crimp-height comparator. TE Connectivity does not manufacture or market crimp-height comparators.
Detailed information on obtaining and using crimp-height comparators can be found in Instruction Sheet
408-7424.
Proceed as follows:
1. Refer to Figure 1 and select a wire (maximum size) for each crimp section listed.
2. Refer to Section 4, CRIMPING PROCEDURE, and crimp the contact(s) accordingly.
3. Using a crimp height comparator, measure the wire barrel crimp height listed in Figure 3. If the crimp
height conforms to that shown in the table, the tool is considered dimensionally correct. If not, the tool
must be adjusted. Refer to Section 6, RATCHET (Crimp Height) ADJUSTMENT.
CAUTION
Damaged product should not be used. If a damaged contact is evident, it should be replaced. Contacts must not be re-
terminated.
6. RATCHET (CRIMP HEIGHT) ADJUSTMENT
Although the ratchet is preset prior to shipment, it is important to verify the crimp height using a micrometer or
caliper. General use and subsequent wear may cause the tool to go out of adjustment. It is recommended that
crimp height be inspected, and the ratchet be adjusted, if necessary, on a regular basis. Refer to Figure 4, and
proceed as follows:
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