TE Connectivity 91366- 1 Instruction Sheet

PROPER USE GUIDELINES

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Back of Tool
(Wire Side)
Crimpers
Anvils
Back Side
of Tool
Ratchet
Figure 1

1. INTRODUCTION

Hand Crimping Tool 91366--1 (shown in Figure 1) is
designed to crimp bulk head contacts onto wire sizes
No. 20 through 14 AWG. For wire sizes and contact
part numbers, contact the product information number
at the bottom of the page. Read these instructions
thoroughly before using the tool.
NOTE Dimensions are in millimeters [followed by inch
equivalents in brackets]. Figures and illustrations
i
are for identification only and are not drawn to
scale.

2. DESCRIPTION

The hand tool features two fixed crimping dies
(crimpers) and two movable crimping dies (anvils), a
contact support, a locator, an ejector, and a ratchet.
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Hand Crimping Tool 91366- 1
When closed, the dies form two crimping sections,
Crimping Section
each marked on the BACK side of the tool with the
Wire Size Markings
wire size range. See Figure 1.
Contact
The contact support prevents the contact from
Support
bending during the crimping procedure.
The locator positions the contact between the
Locator
crimping dies and limits the insertion distance of the
stripped wire into the contact. In use, it rests in the
locator slot of the contact.
Crimping
The ejector pulls the locator down and ejects the
Dies
crimped contact when the tool handles are fully
opened.
The ratchet ensures full crimping of the contact. Once
engaged, the ratchet will not release until the handles
have been fully closed.

3. CRIMPING PROCEDURE

Select wire of specified size and insulation diameter.
Strip the wire to the length indicated in Figure 2. Do
NOT cut or nick the wire strands. Select a contact,
and identify the appropriate crimping section
(according to the wire size markings on the BACK of
the tool). Refer to Figure 3 and proceed as follows:
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CAUTION
The crimping jaws bottom before the ratchet
releases. This design feature ensures maximum
!
electrical and tensile performance of the crimp.
Do NOT re- - adjust the ratchet.
Locator
Slot
Insulation
Barrel
Wire Strip
Length
5.0 [.197]
Figure 2
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Instruction Sheet
408- - 8661
14 JUN 12 Rev A
Typical
Bulk Head
Contact
Wire Barrel
NOTE: Not to Scale
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