Tyco Electronics 46073 Instruction Sheet

PROPER USE GUIDELINES
Cumulative Trauma Disorders can result from the prolonged use of manually powered hand tools. Hand tools are intended for occasional use and low volume
applications. A wide selection of powered application equipment for extended- - use, production operations is available.
Anvil (Stationary)
Die
1. INTRODUCTION
Hand Crimping Tools 46073 and 46074 are designed
to crimp CERTI--SEAL* moisture proof splices onto
stranded copper wire sizes 24 through
16 AWG. Read these instructions carefully before
using the tool.
Dimensions in this instruction sheet are in metric
NOTE
units [with U.S. customary units in brackets].
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Figures are not drawn to scale.
Reasons for reissue of this instruction sheet are
provided in Section 6, REVISION SUMMARY.
2. DESCRIPTION
(Figure 1)
The hand tools are designed with two indenter
(crimper) dies, two anvil (stationary) dies, a locator,
and a CERTI--CRIMP tool ratchet. When closed, the
dies form one crimping chamber. The ratchet assures
full crimping of the splice. Once engaged, the ratchet
will not release until the tool handles have been
FULLY closed.
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Hand Crimping Tools 46073 and 46074
Color- - Coded
Label (Ref)
Indenter (Crimper)
Die
Figure 1
CAUTION
3. CRIMPING PROCEDURE
NOTE
1. Select the correct splice for the wire size and
wire insulation diameter being used. Observe color
coding of splice, rings, adaptors, and tools. See
Figure 2.
2. Strip the wire to dimensions listed in Figure 2.
Do NOT nick or cut the wire strands.
3. Open the dies by squeezing the tool handles
together until the ratchet releases.
4. Select the proper color--coded end of splice
(when applicable) for the wire insulation diameter
being used. See Figure 2.
5. Insert stripped wire into splice until it bottoms
against wire stop. End of conductor should be
visible through transparent window indent of splice.
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Tool Part Number
Marking (Ref)
CERTI- - CRIMP*
Tool Ratchet
The dies bottom before the ratchet releases. This
design feature ensures maximum electrical and
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tensile performance of the crimp. Do NOT
re- - adjust the ratchet.
Each hand tool is coated with a preservative to
prevent rust or corrosion. Wipe this preservative
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from the tool, particularly from the dies, before
using the tool.
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Instruction Sheet
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