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Industrial Fluid Solutions Group or Division Here PC160i Crimper with CrimpIQ™ Controller Operator Manual www.contitech.us www.continental-industry.com...
Overview....................................................................10 Scan the Continental QR Code to get full access to the operator’s manual..............................10 PC160i Die & Tooling Alignment Procedure..................................................11 PC160i WB (Wide Body) Die & Tooling Alignment Procedure........................................14 Crimper Operations................................................................16 How To Print Traceability Labels........................................................20 How To Connect To Bluetooth Calipers....................................................21 Initial Set Up - Caliper With Wireless Bluetooth..............................................21...
PC160i Crimper Identification Model Number Electrical Enclosure Continental QR Code CrimpIQ™ Controller 10 inch color screen USB Port Power Cord Power Switch Off Power Switch On Lifting Eye Bolts LED Light 2 Gallons Reservoir Die Guiding Roll Pins Base Plate with...
PC160i Die Installation Guide Pusher Compression Ring Die Set Pressure Plate with Die Retention Plate Pusher WB (Wide Body) Press Plate (Wide Body) Die Set Press-In Insert...
PC160i-45 MM Black 45 MM 20244960 PC160i-50 MM Black 50 MM 20244961 PC160i-56 MM Black 56 MM PC160i Wide Body Dies SAP # Description Color 21188164 PC160i-49 MM WB Die Black 49 MM 21188165 PC160i-53 MM WB Die Black 53 MM...
PC160i Crimper Initial Set Up Note: • Follow these steps before you use the PC160i crimper for the first time. Caution: Lifting eye bolts have been provided for safe handling of the PC160i. Lift only with a chain or lifting straps capable of supporting at least 450 lbs.
PC160i Die Lubrication Procedure Grease Point # 1 Apply a thin layer of CrimpX grease (supplied with the crimper), or a molybdenum disulfide high pressure grease to the Pressure Plate with Die Retention Plate on the entire surfaces that come in contact with the press-in insert before it is inserted.
PC160i WB (Wide Body) Die Lubrication Procedure Grease Point # 1 Apply a thin layer of CrimpX grease (supplied with the crimper), or a molybdenum disulfide high pressure grease on the entire inner surface of the press-in insert. Grease Point # 2...
Logging In, Navigating the CrimpIQ™ Controller and Features, Using the Main Menu, Crimper Operations, Connecting Bluetooth Calipers, and other topics. Note: • The crimping procedure found in this quick start guide can be used when you are crimping with PC160i dies or PC160i WB (Wide Body) dies.
Do not misalign the Pressure Plate with Die Retention Plate or damage will occur, if it is not aligned properly. Step 3: Select the correct PC160i Die Set for the combination of hose and fitting being crimped. Notes: • The correct die set can be found in the Continental Hydraulic Crimp Specifications Manual or via our mobile app - C-IQ.
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• Do not position the (half) of the die as shown in the picture this will result in a wrong alignment of the PC160i die set . Notes: • Proper alignment of the PC160i die set is shown in the picture.
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PC160i Die & Tooling Alignment Procedure Step 6: Position the hose and fitting into the die set, then place the lubricated Compression Ring over the die set. Notes: • The proper hose assembly alignment can be found in the Continental Hydraulic Crimp Specifications Manual or via our mobile app - C-IQ.
Insert the PC160i WB (Wide Body) die set with the die fingers pointing down. Notes: • Proper alignment of the PC160i WB (Wide Body) die set is shown in the picture. • Make sure the split of the die rings is facing you as shown in the picture.
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PC160i WB (Wide Body) Die & Tooling Alignment Procedure Step 4: Place the lubricated WB (Wide Body) Press Plate over the die set. Note: • Make sure that the WB (Wide Body) Press Plate is placed with the arrows pointing down.
Crimper Operations Step 1: After you have logged in, you will be presented with a list of crimp specifications that you can scroll through or search with the search function at the top. Once you have found your desired crimp specification, tap on it to select it. Step 2: The Change Dies screen will automatically appear and prompt you with the best recom-...
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Crimper Operations Note: • If you are crimping with PC160i dies make sure that the tooling and the die set have the proper alignment as mentioned in the PC160i Die & Tooling Alignment Procedure. Note: • If you are crimping with PC160i WB (Wide Body) dies make sure that the tooling and the die set have the proper alignment as mentioned in the PC160i WB (Wide Body) Die &...
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Crimper Operations Notes: • Once the crimp is completed the Measure and Adjust Crimp screen will pop up, the crimper will always prompt the user to measure the first crimp. The crimper uses this measurement to adjust the crimper to correctly crimp the next crimps. •...
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Crimper Operations Step 8: If it is correct, then from the Measure and Adjust Crimp screen press CRIMPED TO TARGET. Step 9: Press Done, to stop crimping. Crimp Mode The crimper can operate in any of 3 different modes: Manual Mode: Use this mode to manually Open/Close the head.
How To Print Traceability Labels Step 1: Once the crimping is finalized you can see the Print Label button being active. If it`s gray, you are either not connected to the internet or there is no active CrimpCloud® subscription. Step 2: Once you tap on the button you can see the input fields.
How To Connect To Bluetooth Calipers The CrimpIQ™ Controller supports the ability to integrate with Bluetooth Calipers, allowing for fast and easy wireless transfer of measured crimp diameter to the controller. Initial Set up - Caliper with Wireless Bluetooth Step 1: Use the small flat screw driver supplied, to open the battery compartment and install the battery then insert it into the calipers.
How To Connect To Bluetooth Calipers Step 4: Tap gray area in pull down menu and tap the Gear icon to show full settings menu. Step 5: Tap the Bluetooth Button and launch the Bluetooth Menu. Step 6: Hold Bluetooth Accessory button, until the blue light blinks. Note: •...
How To Connect To Bluetooth Calipers Step 8: Test Using the Caliper: The calipers will still work in text entry fields in the app where a diameter needs to be entered. Just make your measurement and tap once on the silver entry button on the Bluetooth Accessory. Note: •...
PC160i PLC Reset Procedure The PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) requires a relatively constant source of electrical power. Power surges, outages or drops in power can cause the PLC to lose its settings. This may result in missing or misplaced information on the controller screen.
Nozzle Holder 1/4 thru 1-1/4" Held Launcher projectile starter kit and starter kit PC160i Shop in a Box Standard Package Includes: Description Description 1 36" Hose Reel Rack (Hose spools not included) 10 PC160i Tooling Box, and Tooling Mat 2 6' LED Light Kit...
PC160i Series with CrimpIQ™ Controller CAPABILITY (-20) SG Fittings › (-32) B2 Fittings (only w/ wide body dies) › TECHNICAL DATA C R I M PI N G FO RC E 160 ton W E I G H T 400 lbs. (crimper only) D I M E N S I O N S 31¼"...
P/N: 20244946 P/N: 20419989 Die Retention Plate P/N: 20244947 P/N: TBA PC160i Series PC150/PC160i/PC150 PC150/PC160i Die Screw PC160i WB Die Spring PC160i WB Die Screw WB Press Plate DA Die Spring P/N: 20244962 P/N: 21189474 P/N: 21189475 P/N: TBA P/N: 20244963...
PC160i Crimper Warranty For technical assistance, call customer service at 1-800-235-4632. The Continental ContiTech branded crimper is covered under the warranty below. Custom Crimp® “No Nonsense” warranty All Custom Crimp® products are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and materials for one year from the date of invoice.
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FHS - Fluid Handling Solution Market segment Hydraulic Hose Contact Continental 703 S. Cleveland Massillon Road Fairlawn, OH 44333-3023 U.S.A. 1-800-235-4632 www.continental-industry.com Your local contact www.contitech.de/contactlocator Canada 1-888-275-4397 Mexico 1-800-439-7373 The content of this publication is not legally binding and is provided as information only.
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