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Harwin Z80-255 Instruction Sheet

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IS-46
Hand Crimp Tool Z80-255
// HARWIN.COM

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  • Page 1 Instruction Sheet IS-46 Hand Crimp Tool Z80-255 // HARWIN.COM...

  • Page 2: General Information

    0.71 GENERAL INFORMATION The Hand crimp tool Z80-255 consists of a Rigidus Hand Crimp Tool with a die-set (Z80-244) designed for M225 series crimp contacts. The tool is supplied with a locator (Z80-259), fitted to the rear of the tool, to ensure correct and consistent location of the crimp contacts within the tool.

  • Page 3: Tool Preparation

    IS-46 Instruction Sheet for Z80-255 Hand Crimp Tool TOOL PREPARATION Changing from right to left hand operation If the locator is fitted, please see section “Troubleshooting – Replacing the Dies” on page 6 for instructions on removing the locator. Ensure that the crimp...

  • Page 4: Wire Preparation

    IS-46 Instruction Sheet for Z80-255 Hand Crimp Tool WIRE PREPARATION 1. Ensure that the wire to be crimped is within the specified range of sizes for the contact and the crimp tool. Failure to use the specified wire size will result in poor quality crimps and possible tool damage.
  • Page 5 IS-46 Instruction Sheet for Z80-255 Hand Crimp Tool 3. Whilst holding the locator in the forward position, insert the crimp contact into the correct locator nest. The wire size is marked on the crimp die, above each location. 4. Release the locator button, allowing the crimp contact to move back between the crimping jaws.

  • Page 6: Crimp Inspection

    IS-46 Instruction Sheet for Z80-255 Hand Crimp Tool CRIMP INSPECTION Crimp joints should be checked for: Correctness of form and location of crimp.  Freedom of fracture and rough edges.  Adequate insertion of all conductor strands in the crimp barrel.
  • Page 7 IS-46 Instruction Sheet for Z80-255 Hand Crimp Tool Acceptable Insulation in-line with end of crimp area.   Conductor in-line with end of crimp area. Insulation butted up to but not  entering bellmouth. Conductor in-line with contact stop ...
  • Page 8 IS-46 Instruction Sheet for Z80-255 Hand Crimp Tool Insulation not visible through  inspection window. Conductor not visible through  inspection window.  Insulation enters bellmouth Conductor extends past stop ear  ASSEMBLY – CRIMP INTO HOUSING The completed crimp can now be inserted into the appropriate M225 series crimp housing. For larger wire sizes, no other tooling should be required for this operation;...

  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    If you need to carry out this procedure, Harwin recommend that you crimp a number of samples before and during adjustment, until the pull-off force achieved exceeds the minimum values shown on the first page of this instruction sheet.
  • Page 10 If you need to remove the dies to clean the tool, or replace the dies due to damage, then this section will tell you how to first remove the locator and then the dies. If you need to replace the die-set, spare die-sets are available from Harwin. Please request Part Number Z80-244.

  • Page 11: Advice On Use

    IS-46 Instruction Sheet for Z80-255 Hand Crimp Tool CARE OF TOOL Although the Rigidus tool is engineered for durability, it is recommended that the following maintenance points are observed, to maximise the life of the tool. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants with a clean brush, or soft, lint-free cloth.

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