Instruction Sheet
408-- 7434
CERTI- CRIMP* Hand Crimping Tool
90247- 1
23 MAR 10
Rev B
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.
Insulation Crimp
Adjustment Lever
F
AMP
Fixed Dies
(Crimpers)
Contact Support
90247---1
Movable Dies
(Anvils)
Front of Tool
(Contact Side)
The FRONT of the tool, into which the contact is
inserted, has the tool number marked on it. The
BACK of the tool, into which the wire is inserted, has
the applicable wire size range marked above each
crimping chamber.
The contact support prevents the contact from
bending during the crimping operation. The insulation
crimp adjustment lever is used to control the crimp
height of the contact insulation barrel when crimped.
The locator/wire stop positions the contact between
the dies before crimping and limits the insertion
distance of the stripped wire into the contact. In use, it
rests in the locator slot of the contact.
The ratchet assures full crimping of the contact. Once
engaged, the ratchet will not release until the handles
have been FULLY closed.
The dies bottom before the ratchet releases. This
feature ensures maximum electrical and tensile
performance of the crimp. DO NOT re--adjust the
ratchet.
CAUTION
!
Ratchet
3. CRIMPING PROCEDURE
Figure 1
1. INTRODUCTION
CERTI--CRIMP Hand Crimping Tool 90247--1 (shown
in Figure 1) is used to crimp MATE--N--LOK* .140 pin
and socket contacts listed in Figure 2 onto wire sizes
20 through 14 AWG with an insulation diameter range
of 2.54 through 4.56 mm [.100 through .180 in.]. Read
these instructions thoroughly before using the tool.
NOTE
i
Make sure that the specified wire size and insulation
diameter is compatible with the contact and tool. Strip
the wire to the length indicated in Figure 2—DO NOT
cut or nick the wire strands.
Typical MATE- N- LOCK
.140 Contact
Wire
Barrel
Socket
Stabilizer
Locator
Slot
Mating
End
Reasons for reissue of this instruction sheet are
provided in Section 7, REVISION SUMMARY.
The tool features fixed dies (crimpers), movable dies
(anvils), contact support, locator/insulation stop,
insulation crimp adjustment lever, and ratchet. When
mated, the dies form two crimping chambers.
Insulation
Barrel
Pin
Dimensions in this instruction sheet are in
millimeters [with inches in brackets]. Figures are
not drawn to scale.
2. DESCRIPTION
6.35 [2.50] Wire
Strip Length
Note: Not to Scale
WIRE
CONTACT
SIZE
(AWG)
INSULATION
DIAMETER
20 14
20--14
2.54--4.57
[.100--.180]
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TYPE
STRIP
FORM
LOOSE
PIECE
Pin
61627--[ ]
350389--[ ]
Socket
61626--[ ]
350388--[ ]
Figure 2
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If using a strip--form contact, the cutoff tabs
MUST meet the dimension requirement stated in
Application Specification 114--1007 or the
customer drawing for the product.
NOTE
i
Proceed as follows:
Crimp Inspection
Wire Barrel Seam Must Be
Completely Closed With No
Loose Wire Strands
1. Hold the tool so the BACK of the tool (wire side)
is facing you.
Wire Insulation Must
Not Enter Wire Barrel
2. Ensure that the tool ratchet is released by
squeezing the tool handles and allowing them to
open FULLY.
End of Wire Must Be Even With
or Protrude Slightly from End of
Wire Barrel
3. Insert the contact, mating end first, into the
appropriate crimping chamber from the BACK of
the tool. Position the contact between the dies so
that the locator/insulation stop enters the contact
locator slot. See Figure 3.
Figure 4
NOTE
i
Crimping Contact
Back of Tool
(Wire Side)
Contact
Support
Locator/Insulation
Stop in Contact
Locator Slot
For detailed crimp inspection requirements, refer
to Application Specification 114--1007.
4. INSULATION CRIMP ADJUSTMENT
The insulation barrel crimp height is regulated by the
insulation crimp adjustment lever. To determine the
proper setting, test crimp a contact using the setting
which approximates the wire insulation size: 1—small,
2—medium, or 3—large. If the crimped insulation
barrel is too tight or too loose, change the setting
accordingly. The crimp should hold the wire insulation
firmly without cutting into it.
5. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
The tool is inspected before shipment. The tool
should be inspected immediately upon arrival at your
facility to ensure that the tool was not damaged
during shipment.
Stripped
Wire
Figure 3
5.1. Daily Maintenance
4. Holding the contact in position, squeeze the tool
handles together until the dies close just enough to
hold the contact in place. DO NOT deform contact
wire barrel or insulation barrel.
5. Insert a properly stripped wire into the contact
wire barrel until the wire insulation butts against the
locator/insulation stop.
6. Holding the wire in place, squeeze the tool
handles together until the ratchet releases. Allow
the tool handles to open FULLY.
7. Remove the crimped contact from the tool, and
inspect the crimp according to Figure 4.
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Remove all foreign particles with a clean, soft brush,
or a clean, soft, lint--free cloth. Make sure the proper
retaining pins are in place, and secured with the
proper retaining rings. If foreign matter cannot be
removed easily, or if the proper replacement parts are
not available, refer to Section 6, REPLACEMENT
AND REPAIR, for information on obtaining further
evaluation and repair.
Make certain all pivot points and bearing surfaces are
protected with a THIN coat of any good SAE 20 motor
oil. Do NOT oil excessively. When tool is not in use,
keep the handles closed to prevent objects from
becoming lodged between the dies, and store the tool
in a clean, dry area.
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5.2. Periodic Inspection
Regular inspections should be performed by quality
control personnel. A record of scheduled inspections
should remain with the tool and/or be supplied to
personnel responsible for the tool. Though
recommendations call for at least one inspection a
month, the inspection frequency should be based on
the amount of use, ambient working conditions,
operator training and skill, and established company
standards. These inspections should be performed in
the following sequence:
Position Point
on Center of
Wire Barrel
Opposite Seam
2. Make certain all retaining pins are in place and
secured with retaining rings. If replacements are
necessary, refer to parts listed in Section 6,
REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR.
CAUTION
!
DO NOT remove the retaining pins as permanent
damage to the tool may result.
3. Close the tool handles until the ratchet releases,
then allow the tool handles to open freely. If
handles do not open quickly and fully, the spring is
defective and must be replaced (see Section 6).
4. Inspect the head assembly, with special
emphasis on checking for worn, cracked, or broken
dies. If damage to any part of the head assembly is
evident, refer to Section 6 for information on
obtaining customer repair service.
B. Crimp Height Inspection
Crimp
Height
Modified
Anvil
WIRE SIZE (AWG)
(Max)
CRIMP HEIGHT DIMENSION
(+0.08 [+.003])
18
1.40 [.055]
14
1.68 [.066]
A. Visual Inspection
1. Remove all lubrication and accumulated film by
immersing the tool (handles partially closed) in a
suitable commercial degreaser that will not affect
paint or plastic material.
Spindle
Figure 5
For additional information concerning the use of the
crimp height comparator, refer to 408-- 7424.
C. Ratchet Inspection
Obtain a 0.0254 [.001] shim that is suitable for
checking the clearance between the bottoming
surfaces of the crimping dies. Proceed as follows:
1. Select a contact and maximum size wire for the
tool.
2. Position the contact and wire between the dies,
according to Section 3, CRIMPING PROCEDURE.
Holding the wire in place, squeeze the tool handles
together until the ratchet releases. Hold the tool
handles in this position, maintaining just enough
pressure to keep the dies closed.
3. Check the clearance between the bottoming
surfaces of the dies. If the clearance is 0.0254
[.001] or less, the ratchet is satisfactory. If
clearance exceeds 0.0254 [.001] the ratchet is out
of adjustment and must be repaired (see Section 6,
REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR).
This inspection requires the use of a micrometer with
a modified anvil as shown in Figure 5. The modified
micrometer (Crimp Height Comparator
RS--1019--5LP) is recommended.
If the tool conforms to these inspection procedures,
lubricate it with a THIN coat of any good SAE 20
motor oil and return it to service.
Proceed as follows:
6. REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR
1. Select a contact and maximum size wire for the
crimping chamber.
2. Refer to Section 3, CRIMPING PROCEDURE,
and crimp the contact accordingly.
3. Using a crimp height comparator, measure wire
barrel crimp height as shown in Figure 5. If the
crimp height conforms to that shown, the tool is
considered dimensionally correct. If not, refer to
Section 6 for information on obtaining evaluation
and repair.
SAE is a trademark of SAE International Corporation.
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Customer--replaceable parts are listed in Figure 6.
A complete inventory should be stocked and
controlled to prevent lost time when replacement of
parts is necessary. Parts other than those listed
should be replaced by Tyco Electronics to ensure
quality and reliability. Order replacement parts
through your representative, or call 1--800--526--5142,
or send a facsimile of your purchase order to
717--986--7605, or write to:
CUSTOMER SERVICE (038--035)
TYCO ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
PO BOX 3608
HARRISBURG PA 17105--3608
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CERTI-- CRIMP Hand Crimping Tool 90247-- 1
CAUTION: Do NOT remove retaining pins as permanent damage to the tool may result.
1
Retaining
Pin (Ref)
2
90247---1
Retaining
Pin (Ref)
63.5 [2.5]
(Closed)
301.75 [11.88]
19.05 [.75]
Weight: 509 g [1 lb, 4 oz]
REPLACEMENT PARTS
ITEM
PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
QTY PER TOOL
1
21045--3
RING, Retaining
4
2
21045--9
RING, Retaining
2
Figure 6
For customer repair service, call 1--800--526-- 5136.
7. REVISION SUMMARY
Revisions to this instruction sheet include:
S Updated instruction sheet to corporate
requirements
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