COMMERCIAL
MANUAL HAND TOOLS
A FLEXIBLE APPROACH TO MANUAL CRIMPING
APPLICATION TOOLING /// COMMERCIAL MANUAL HAND TOOLS
INTRODUCTION TO TOOLING SOLUTIONS
TE Connectivity. A Leader in Crimp Quality.
Anyone can make a tool to crimp terminals onto a wire. But not everyone can manufacture a tool to
crimp the terminals properly. Crimp termination of wires isn’t easy. At least, doing it right isn’t easy. We
know. We started it. TE Connectivity developed the technology of hand crimping over 70 years ago.
The Secret to a Successful Crimp.
Matching the Terminal to the Tooling - Among the
many factors that are critical in producing a quality
crimp, matching the terminal to the tooling is crucial.
Unlike inferior tooling options, TE Connectivity offers
engineered solutions that are designed to match the
exact crimp geometry of the terminal to be applied on
the wire. To create a proper crimp you need to follow
these important steps:
1. Wire Selection - AWG and wire insulation thickness
varies from wire to wire. Just because two wires are
listed at the same AWG, it doesn’t mean their insulation
thickness is the same. If you don’t take into account both
factors, the copper or aluminum strands may not fit in the
wire barrel correctly or the terminal’s insulation support
may be too large or small for the wire strand.
2. Wire Prep - In order to properly place a wire in a
terminal, the wire insulation must first be stripped to the
proper length based on the terminal specifications. If the
insulation is cut too short, or too long the wire will not
be seated properly into the wire barrel, causing terminal
separations or shorting.
3. Crimp Specifications - To create a proper crimp
for a TE connector or terminal you should use a
TE Connectivity tooling solution that is specifically
engineered to the proper Crimp Height, Width and Crimp
Geometry of the selected terminal or contact.
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INTRODUCTION TO TOOLING SOLUTIONS
What You Need to Know About TE Hand Tools
Tool Grade
Tool grade is a prime consideration when choosing the appropriate tool for an application. Our hand
tools are categorized into three levels: Service, Commercial and Premium. The higher the grade of the
tool, the less operator skill is required to repeatedly meet the specified parameters of the crimp.
Premium (CERTI-CRIMP Tool)
Premium tools include the appropriate crimp die configuration, integral locating, and integral
straightening features that permit terminals or contacts crimped in these tools to meet all feature
requirements in applicable TEC application (114-) specifications. Most premium tools include an
adjustable insulation crimp height feature and the CERTI-CRIMP ratcheting feature, set at the factory,
which prevents the ratchet from releasing until the wire crimp jaws bottom within .001. This helps provide
consistent repeatability of the crimp. Premium hand tools require the least amount of user dexterity.
Commercial (PRO-CRIMPER III Tool)
Commercial die assemblies are designed to meet the wire crimp height requirements per the applicable
TEC application (114-) specifications. Other feature requirements may or may not be met. Commercial
handle assemblies permit the interchange of die assemblies and an adjustable ratcheting feature. Users
are responsible for adjusting the ratchet to obtain the correct crimp height. Commercial tools require a
greater amount of user dexterity than Premium crimp tools.
Service
Service tools are generally single thickness, stamped tools. They are not intended to meet any
specifications and require a higher level of user dexterity to obtain acceptable results.
Tool Type
Choosing a tool type may be driven by several factors: simply by type preference, or by the application
needs itself, i.e. heavy duty crimp, industry specification requirements, etc. The overall wire range is also a
key consideration when choosing the appropriate tool for an application. Often there will be several tools
referenced to the same product which have different wire ranges.
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COMMERCIAL: MANUAL HAND TOOLING
Standard Die Envelope (SDE)
FAST FACTS
•D
ies meet wire crimp
requirements per
specification
•O
ver 100 interchangeable
SDE die sets for crimping
over 4,000 different
connectors
•A
bility to handle multiple
wire and terminal sizes in
one die set
Standard Die Envelope (SDE) technology is a new, flexible approach to crimp tooling, that allows use of
the same dies on tooling across a range of application platforms. Dies are interchangeable in tools from
portable hand tools — manual or battery-powered — to pneumatic hand tools and electric bench
terminators. It’s a family of tools that you can take from bench to production or into the field, without
the need for dies fitted to each kind of tool. They’re suited for R & D, networking applications and on-site
maintenance work.
Customers can be sure their dies will fit their long-term needs, because they are completely compatible
with all tools in the SDE system. They move with a customer as their needs grow.
If you know the terminal this tool will help you find
the die set.
Go to www.tooling.te.com
and look for the magnifying
glass.
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COMMERCIAL: MANUAL HAND TOOLING
Standard Die Envelope (SDE)
By removing just 2 screws you
can easily swap dies between
your SDE compatible manual,
battery, pneumatic and
electric TE tools.
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COMMERCIAL: MANUAL HAND TOOLING
Commercial Standard Die Envelope (SDE) Manual Hands Tools
FAST FACTS
•R
atchet control provides
complete crimping cycle
•E
mergency ratchet release
•A
ngled head provides a
comfortable hand and wrist
position
•O
ne tool with over 75
interchangeable die sets can
crimp many different types
of connectors
•A
ccommodates multiple
terminal sizes in one die set
•P
recision construction of
durable high-carbon steel
•E
xtra strength pivot pins
provide greater
•P
roduced under a quality
management system certified
to ISO 9001
A Flexible Tooling Approach
Our commercial hand tools provide the versatility of general-purpose service tools along with the
reliability and ease of use of many premium-grade tools. For versatility, all 75 die sets are interchangeable,
including those for open-barrel contacts and terminals. Additionally, many of these die sets have multiple
cavities for crimping a variety of contact or terminal sizes.
PRO-CRIMPER III - Made to Last
For reliability, the tool is constructed of durable high carbon steel with extra strength pivot pins. And, for
user convenience, the PRO-CRIMPER III hand tool particularly excels.
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COMMERCIAL: MANUAL HAND TOOLING
Characteristics of a Commercial Crimping Tool
Every Commercial grade hand tool incorporates features for long lasting performance and ease-of-use. They
include ergonomic handle designs and a ratchet control system designed to create a proper crimp.
Ratchet System for Improved Repeatability
Ratchet control is provided for complete crimp cycling; this helps eliminate partial crimps. Also, an
emergency ratchet release allows the user to open the tool jaws at any time during the crimp cycle.
Applying the Crimp Force
To reduce handle force, the linkage was designed to match the forces required to crimp our largest
insulated terminal. The result is dramatically less handle force than comparable tools. Also, the angled head
and specially designed handles reduce hand stretch and provide comfortable operation.
Ensuring a Proper Crimp
Locators are mounted on pin-and-socket style tools. They help properly locate the contact in the die set,
provide a wire stop, and help minimize contact rotation and bending during crimping.
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COMMERCIAL: MANUAL HAND TOOLING
Commercial SDE Tooling Options
PRO-CRIMPER III Hand Tool
Part No. 354940-1 (frame only)
The PRO-CRIMPER III hand tool is ideally suited for R&D prototyping,
networking applications, and commercial, industrial, and institutional
maintenance work.
• Enhanced ergonomics, with a thin, comfortable handle profile
• Manufactured with precision stamping that permits close tolerance
controls on critical parts, for better performance and repeatability
• Improved tool geometry for a longer life, stronger tool frame
• Fits industry’s largest selection of crimp die options
SDE SA Hand Tool
Part No. 9-1478240-0 (frame only)
The unique geometry of this tool results in a comfortable, easy-to-use
handle design that is unmatched in the market.
• Large crimp jaw arc, minimizing roll in open barrel applications
• Easy accessibility for space-constrained applications
• User-adjustable ratchet control and emergency ratchet release
ERGOCRIMP Hand Tool
Part No. 539635-1
• Interchangeable dies
• Virtually a straight action jaw closure
• Ratchet mechanism ensures complete crimp cycle
• Easy access ratchet release
• Handle pressure adjustment with locking device
• Ergonomic non-slip handles
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INSERTION/EXTRACTION TOOLING
Insertion/Extraction Tools
FAST FACTS
• Portability
• Customization
•C
ost effectiveness
•O
EM personalization
•F
lexibility in the factory as
well as in service and repair
garages.
In addition to providing standard kits, TE Connectivity is also able to
provide custom kits for volume requirements containing only tools,
or a combination of tools, dies and terminals tailored to your specific
requirements.
The kit shown is an example designed specifically for the Automotive
Industry. However, we can also provide kits for promotion and product
support as well as application support and repair.
The flexibility in creation of these individual kits enables the customer to
help both control and ensure quality.
•C
onsist of well-proven hand
tools and dies as well as
accessories matched to
special applications
•A
selection of sample
terminals enables the
technician to start work
immediately
PRO-CRIMPER Hand Tool Kits
TE Specialty hand tools are available in convenient kits that contain
the tooling, terminations, and spare parts you need for your
crimping operations.
PRO-CRIMPER III Hand Tool PIDG and PLASTI-GRIP Terminal Kit
Part No. 55823-1
Includes hand tool (part no. 58433-3), 225 insulated ring and spade terminals in 12-10, 16-14 and
22-16 AWG [3.0-5.0, 1.3-2.0 and 0.3-1.3 mm2] wire sizes.
BNC Premises Wiring Kit
Part No. 58477-1
Includes hand tool (part no. 58433-1); plugs—5 RG-58, 10 RG-59/62, 5 RG-58 plenum
and RG-59/62 plenum sizes; adapters —2 jack-to-jack and 2 T.
PRO-CRIMPER III Hand Tool Repair Kit
Part No. 679221-1
Includes retaining rings, handle return spring, pawl spring, pivot pins, pawl pin, ratchet
pawl, die pins, nut and die set screws.
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COMMERCIAL TOOLS
Tooling-to-Terminal Cross Reference
PRO-CRIMPER Hand Tools (PC)
UNINSULATED TERMINALS
Wire Range
AWG mm2
22-16 0.3-1.25 — — 58546-1 PC
SOLISTRAND
Terminals and Splices
16-14 1.25-2 — — 58546-1 PC
SDE-SA Hand Tools (SDE-SA)
12-10 3-5
8
7
Max.
Insul.
Dia.
Hand Tools Tool Type
Commercial Commercial
— — 58546-1 PC
— — —
—
INSULATED TERMINALS
Wire Range
AWG mm2
Max.
Hand Tools
Tool Type
Insul. Dia. Commercial Commercial
22-18
.100
PIDG FASTON
0.3-0.8
2.54
58433-3
PC
Receptacles
16-14 1.25-2
.170 4.32 58433-3
PC
12-10
.250
—
(6409oo Series)
3-5
6.35
—
ERGOCRIMP Hand Tool
PIDG
22-16 0.3-1.25 .125 3.18 58433-3
PC
Terminals and Splices,
PLASTI-GRIP
16-14 1.25-2 .150 3.81 58433-3 PC
Terminals
12-10
FULLY-INSULATED TERMINALS
Wire Range
AWG mm2
22-18
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Ultra-Fast FASTON
Tabs and Receptacles
3-5
0.3-0.8
16-14 1.25-2
.230
5.84
58433-3
PC
Max.
Hand Tools
Tool Type
Insul. Dia. Commercial Commercial
.230
5.84
58628-1
.260 6.60 58628-1
APPLICATION TOOLING /// COMMERCIAL MANUAL HAND TOOLS
PC
PC
COMMERCIAL: MANUAL HAND TOOLING
Tooling-to-Terminal Cross Reference
Style
Wire Range
AWG mm2
Max
Insul. Dia.
28-24
0.08-0.2
.040
24-20
0.2-0.5
.060
1.52
28-22
0.08-0.3
.040
1.02
OPEN BARREL TERMINALS
AMPLIMITE
Size 20 DF Contacts
D-Sub. Connectors
Size 22 DF Contacts
AMPMODU
Mod. IV Contacts
Connectors
26-22 0.12-0.3
1.02
.061 1.55
24-20 0.2-0.5 .069 1.75
28-24 0.08-0.2 .055 1.40
24-20
Type II Contacts
0.2-0.6
18-16 0.8-1.4
14 2
.062
1.57
— —
Hand Tools
Tool Type
Premium Premium
58448-2
PC
90800-1
PC
58641-1
PC
—
—
—
—
58541-1
PC
58541-1
PC
— — 58541-1
PC
30-26 0.05-0.15 .060 1.52
—
—
26-24 0.12-0.2 .055 1.40
58495-1
PC
24-20
0.2-0.6
.080
2.03
58495-1
PC
24-20
0.2-0.6
.100
2.54
—
—
CPC Connectors,
M Series Connectors
Type III+ Contacts
24-20 0.2-0.6
.120 3.05
18-16 0.8-1.25 .100 2.54
—
—
58495-1
PC
—
18-14 0.8-2
.100 2.54
—
22-18 0.3-0.8 .130 3.30
—
FASTON
Straight Receptacles
250 Series
(Premier Line Only)
18-14
0.8-2
14-10 2-5
.170
4.32
.200 5.08 58525-1
30-22 0.05-0.3 .075 1.91
24-18
Commercial Contacts
0.2-0.8
58524-1
.100
2.54
—
90574-1
—
PC
PC
—
PC
20-14 0.5-2
.130 3.30 90575-1
PC
24-18 0.2-0.8 .100 2.54 90548-1
PC
MATE-N-LOK
Universal &
20-14
0.5-2
.130
3.30
90546-1
PC
Connectors
Universal II Contacts
20-18
0.5-0.8
.200
5.08
90547-1
PC
16-14 1.25-2 .200 5.08 90547-1
PC
Mini-Universal
20-16 0.5-1.25 .126 3.20
90760-1
PC
Mini-Universal II
26-22
90758-1
PC
.069
1.75
22-18 0.3-0.8 .094 2.39 90759-1
PC
20-16 0.5-1.25 .126 3.20
PC
22-20 0.3-0.6
.106 2.70 2217267-1
20-16
.130
Power Triple Lock
Connectors
Contacts
0.12-0.3
Power Triple
Lock
APPLICATION TOOLING /// COMMERCIAL MANUAL HAND TOOLS
0.6-1.25
3.30
58707-1
2217208-1
18-14 0.9-2.1 .146 3.70 2217266-1
12 3.3
.167 4.25 2217268-1
SDE-SA
SDE-SA
SDE-SA
SDE-SA
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Let’s Connect
To learn more about Commercial Manual hand tooling or our comprehensive
bundle of tooling solutions please visit us at www.tooling.te.com
TE Technical Support Center
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Add Power to Your Production.
If your production needs
require the need for fast,
mobile hand tools that can
help eliminate the hand fatigue
from performing manual
crimps, consider maximizing
the power of our Lithium-Ion
battery hand tools. Many of our
Lithium-Ion battery powered
hand tools utilize the same
interchangeable die sets found
in our Premium and Commercial hand tool lines,
thereby speeding up your production capacity
without the need for purchasing new die sets.
For purchasing options go to
www.tooling.te.com and search for catalog
number 1-1773859-6.
Whether it’s time or scrap, in
manufacturing everyone knows
that waste costs money. With
our on-site certification and
consultation services, we can
help you:
•
•
•
•
Reduce downtime
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Maintain crimp quality
Improve manufacturing efficiency
Connect with us today to learn more.
• E-mail: fieldservicesnorthamerica@te.com
• Phone: 800-722-1111 or 717-986-3434
• For additional information download
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In the interest of continuous
improvement, TE reserves the
right to modify, discontinue
or replace any products.