With more general electrical projects, such as repairing household appliances or electronics, there are a number of different profiles. These include hex, indented, circular, B crimp, and others. The profile defines how the crimp closes around the cable, so choosing the right type of jaw is vital in providing safe and secure electrical connections. RS PRO aims to be your go-to brand for reliability and value for money. We source high-quality parts at great prices and test everything with our in-house experts to ensure the quality you need.

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It isn’t often that we’d use a cable crimper like the Iwiss single cable lug crimping tool, but we found that it made crimping heavy lugs a breeze. It has long handles that apply plenty of force to the jaws, ensuring strong connections. And despite the weight and front heaviness, the textured grips make controlling the crimper easy. Wire stripping is a necessary part of any crimping operation, and some tools incorporate blades for this purpose. Cutters for trimming cable to length may also be included. Crimping tool kits may extend this further with the addition of cable testers or the terminals themselves. FAQs From the trusted RS PRO brand this ratchet action crimping tool is designed for use with insulated terminals, and easily crimps ring, spade and bullet crimp terminals onto appropriate wires and cables. The different crimp sizes are even colour-coded for further ease of use, and are suitable for use on insulated vinyl, polycarbonate and nylon Red, Blue and Yellow. The most important considerations are ensuring the tool can handle the type of terminal you need to attach as well as the appropriate wire sizes. Why Trust Bob VilaThese included 18-gauge, 12-gauge, 10-gauge, and 4-gauge wires to accommodate crimping capacity. We tested the ratcheting functions, assessed how easy the tools were to manipulate, and ultimately how well they secured the wires, then tested the finished connections with a multimeter. We then compared prices, features, and accessories to determine whether they offered enough value. For example, a hammer crimping tool is often found in auto shops for refitting battery cables. If it’s only needed as occasionally as once a month, an inexpensive tool may offer adequate performance and good value. If the same task had to be undertaken several times a day, a hydraulic crimping tool would make more sense. These cost more, but they’re faster and require less effort.

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Crimping securely attaches electrical connectors to the relevant cable. Types and sizes can vary enormously, from those on computer circuit boards to mains (the high-voltage cables that bring power to your home). Q. Is soldering better than crimping?A hammer crimper doesn’t use dies but instead consists of a height-adjustable, wedge-shaped ram on a sliding carriage with a V-shaped groove at the base. The crimp and cable to be connected are simply placed in this groove. The Klein Tools 3005CR is another reliable crimping option that shoppers will want to consider. This tool features steel construction, solid double-crimp jaws, and a ratcheting function that allows users to hold the terminal in place, apply pressure, readjust their hands, and continue crimping. It has three terminal bays, including 22-16 AWG, 16-14 AWG, and 12-10 AWG, which are easy to identify with the color-coded jaws. Hydraulic crimping tools are easy to use but do require occasional maintenance. If air gets into the cylinder, for instance, it will reduce performance, so purging may be necessary. Oil seals also need to be changed periodically. Hammer Modern automotive circuitry allows for little intervention by mechanics or engineers—mostly it’s a question of identifying the fault and replacing the board. However, battery terminals still get damaged or frayed. The TemCo hammer crimper mounts to a workbench and provides an easy-to-use, highly durable solution and a straightforward, cost-effective method for low-volume situations. We had to break out some serious cable to test the TemCo TH0006 hydraulic cable lug crimper. We found that its dies were very easy to change and that it had plenty of power for crimping down on heavy-duty terminals. It was a little heavy in hand, which did make wire and terminal alignment a little awkward, but the resulting connections were extremely strong. We even used it for lighter wires, like 10 wire gauge, and found the same results. Also, it comes with 18 different dies, and the dies themselves are very easy to swap.

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Similarly, a basic handheld crimping tool might suffice for folks who tinker with electrical devices as a hobby. A pro who does the same types of repairs on a daily basis would choose a ratcheting model so every crimp had the same pressure applied, every time. These also release automatically, increasing productivity. Wire Gauge and Crimp Profile Cablecraft's CRT 6-16 ratchet crimping tool is a hand held crimp tool suitable for cord end ferrule terminals 6.0-16.0mm². This ergonomically friendly crimper is designed to provide a consistent and reliable crimp. The Importance of a Quality Crimp Although it’s a good policy to buy a crimping tool that’s as closely matched as possible to the specification of the cable size and crimps being used, these tools are not without versatility. Even basic models will handle a variety of cable and connector diameters. Better-quality tools may offer replaceable jaw sets, which allow the user to handle three or four times as many sizes and potentially different types of connectors as well.We know the importance of producing safe and reliable crimps and we're sure you do too. that's why we offer a complete calibration service for both new and used crimping tools, giving you that peace of mind knowing that your tools are performing as you'd expect. Matched tooling and terminals are required to achieve quality results that can be relied on, which is why all of our tools and terminals have been matched and tested to help you achieve exactly that. If you're not sure which tools or terminals are right for your project, get in touch with our experts at [email protected], we're here to help. Calibration Service Our tests showed us that the Wirefy crimp tool has a lot going for it. We liked its relatively compact size, and despite a shorter grip than some of the competitors, it was easy to apply pressure and crimp terminals. The grip was also fairly comfortable, and size identification (it’s color-coded) was a breeze. It also has one of the smoothest ratcheting motions in the test. The TemCo Hammer Lug Crimping Tool was truly one of our favorites. We used it for battery lugs and heavy-gauge wire. Although it’s specifically designed for use with larger wires, we tested it with terminals much smaller than suggested, and it actually did great. It was the fastest method for securing a terminal in the test, but it does need a solid work surface to operate, so it’s definitely better for a shop than a tool belt. However, it made excellent crimp connections, and it’s also fun to use as a battery cable crimper.