CAT-HT-246-1416-11

Instruction Sheet STS-M-246-1416-11-A Straight Action Hand Tool CAT-HT-246-1416-11 (416-37 Rev B) 07 MAY 09 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 may be available. Insulation Insulation Adjustment Crimper Knob Wire Crimper insulation barrel during the crimping operation. The locator/insulation stop positions the contact, and limits the insertion distance of the stripped wire into the contact. In use, the locator/insulation stop rests in the locator slot of the contact (See Figures 1 and 2). The ratchet assures full crimping of the contact. Once engaged, the ratchet will not release until the dies have been fully closed. Wire Barrel Anvil Insulation 3. CRIMPING PROCEDURE Do NOT cut or nick the wire strands during wire stripping. CAUTION Anvil ! Front of Tool :1 2 2 Z 9 3 8: Refer to Figure 2 for wire preparation information before applying the contact. T 9 02. Ensure that the tool ratchet is released by 1. Hold the tool so that the front side is facing you. - squeezing the tool handles and allowing them to 0 -1 open fully. 2 1 3. Holding the contact by its mating portion and Figure 1 1. INTRODUCTION 0 2 - CAT–HT–246–1416–11 (straight–action hand tool) was designed to crimp CC46L (MPSS series) contacts. CAUTION ! NOTE i 6 3 01 5 S0 The wire crimper bottoms against the anvil before the ratchet releases. This is a design feature that assures maximum electrical and tensile performance of the crimp. Do NOT re-adjust the ratchet. U Dimensions in these instructions are in metric units [with inches in brackets]. Figures and illustrations are for reference only and are not drawn to scale. looking straight into the crimp section, insert the contact from the back of the tool into the appropriate crimp chamber. 4. Position the contact between the crimpers so that the locator/insulation stop enters the slot in the contact. The wire barrel should butt against the locator/insulation stop. Refer to Figure 1. 5. Holding the contact in this position, squeeze the tool handles together until the insulation anvil starts entry into the insulation crimper (usually two ratchet clicks). DO NOT DEFORM THE INSULATION BARREL OR WIRE BARREL. 6. Insert a properly stripped wire through the 2. DESCRIPTION The front of the tool, is marked with the tool part number, wire size ranges, and crimp height specifications. The tool features a fixed die (crimper), a movable die (anvil), a locator/insulation stop, and a ratchet. Many tools feature an insulation adjustment knob which is used to regulate the crimp height of the contact E 2009 Copyright Protected, SAMTEC locator slot and into the wire barrel of the contact until the insulation butts against the locator/insulation stop. 7. Holding wire in place, crimp contact to the wire by squeezing the tool handles together until the ratchet releases. 8. Allow tool handles to open fully and remove the crimped contact from the tool. CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-800-SAMTEC9 All International Rights Reserved. All products, logos, and company names used are the property of their respective owners. 1 of 4 LOC B STS-M-246-1416-11-A Straight Action Hand Tool CAT-HT-246-1416-11 CONTACT NUMBER WIRE SIZE mm2 [AWG] INSULATION DIAMETER STRIP LENGTH TOOL CRIMP SYMBOL 1.3 [16] C 246 C-246 APPLICATION SPECIFICATION 1.73 +0.05 A [.068 +.002] 4.87-5.13 3 58 [.141] 3.58 [ 141] Max CRIMP HEIGHT STS A 007 STS-A-007 [.192-.202] 2.0 [14] 1.91 +0.05 B [.075 +.002] Figure 2 CAUTION Damaged contacts should not be used. If a damaged contact is evident, it should be cut from the wire and replaced with a new one. ! 9. If a contact becomes jammed in a crimp nest, open the tool jaws using the“Emergency Ratchet Release Button” on the moving handle lever. Insulation Adjustment Procedure S The presence of abnormal amounts of dust and dirt, S Your own established standards. The hand tool is inspected before being shipped; however, it is recommended that the tool be inspected immediately upon its arrival at your facility to ensure that the tool has not been damaged during shipment. 4.1. Daily Maintenance On many tools, the insulation barrel crimp height is regulated by the insulation adjustment knob (Figure 3). The insulation crimp should hold the insulation firmly without cutting into the insulation. To determine the proper insulation crimp setting, test crimp a loose piece contact using the setting which corresponds to the insulation diameter: (1) –– small; (2) and (3) –– medium; or (4) –– large. If the crimped insulation barrel is too tight or loose, change the setting by pulling out and rotating the adjustment knob to the desired setting. 1. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants with a clean brush, or a soft, lint–free cloth. Do not use objects that could damage the tool. :1 2 2 Z 9 3 8: 2. Make certain that the retaining pins are in place and that they are secured with retaining rings. T 9 0 3. All pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces should be protected with a thin coat of any good SAE 20 oil. Do not oil excessively. 0 When the tool is not in use, keep handles closed -1 4.to prevent 2 objects from becoming lodged in the 1 Insulation Adjustment 6 3 01 5 S0 Knob (Knob Shown in Position 4 -Largest Setting) 0 2 - crimping jaws. 5. Store the tool in a clean, dry area. 4.2. Lubrication Lubricate all pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces with SAE 20 oil as follows: U Tools used in daily production – lubricate daily Tools used daily (occasional) – lubricate weekly Tools used weekly – lubricate monthly Wipe excess oil from tool, particularly from crimping area. Oil transferred from the crimping area onto certain terminations may affect the electrical characteristics of an application. Figure 3 4.3. Periodic Inspection 4. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION PROCEDURE It is recommended that a maintenance and inspection program be performed periodically to ensure dependable and uniform terminations. Frequency of inspection depends on: S The care, amount of use, and handling of the hand tool, 2 of 4 SAMTEC All International Rights Reserved. 1. The hand tool may be immersed (handles partially closed) in a reliable commercial degreasing compound (suitable for plastics) to remove accumulated dirt, grease and foreign matter. 2. Close tool handles until the ratchet releases and then allow the handles to open freely. If they do not open quickly and fully, the spring is defective and must be replaced. CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-800-SAMTEC9 Straight Action Hand Tool CAT-HT-246-1416-11 3. Inspect the head assembly for worn, cracked, or broken jaws. If damage is evident, return it for evaluation and repair. [.001–in.] shim that is suitable for checking the clearance between the bottoming surfaces of the crimping dies. Proceed as follows: Proceed as follows: 4.4. Crimp Height Inspection 1. Select the maximum size wire and strip it according to the dimensions listed in the drawing shipped with the tool. This inspection requires the use of micrometer with a modified anvil as shown in Figure 4. NOTE We do not manufacture or market these gages. 2. Select the contact and crimp section corresponding to the selected wire size (refer to the drawing shipped with the tool). However, we recommends the modified i micrometer (Crimp Height Comparator RS-1019-5LP). 3. Position the contact and wire in the crimping dies, as described in Section 3, CRIMPING PROCEDURE. Proceed as follows: 1. Select a contact and a wire (maximum size) for each crimp section. 4. Hold the wire in place and squeeze the handles until the ratchet releases. Hold the handles in this position, maintaining just enough tension to keep the dies closed. 2. Refer to the Section 3, and crimp the contact(s). 3. Using a crimp height comparator, measure wire barrel crimp height as shown in Figure 4. If the crimp height conforms to that marked on the tool, the tool is considered dimensionally correct. Position Point On Center of Wire Barrel Opposite Seam T 9 0 0 -1 2 1 0 2 - 6 3 01 4.5. Ratchet Inspection 5 0 The ratchet feature S on these hand tools should be checked to ensure Uthat the ratchet does not release prematurely, allowing the crimping dies to open before Figure 4 they have fully bottomed. Obtain a 0.025–mm SAMTEC All International Rights Reserved. Z 9 3 8: 5. Check the clearance between the bottoming surfaces of the wire crimper and the wire anvil. See Figure 1. If the clearance is 0.025 mm [.001 in.] or less (on at least two of the bottoming surfaces), the ratchet is satisfactory. If clearance exceeds 0.025 mm [.001 in.], the ratchet is out of adjustment and must be repaired. :1 2 2 Wire Barrel Crimp Height Modified Anvil STS-M-246-1416-11-A NOTE The insulation crimper does not bottom on the insulation anvil. i 5. TOOL DIMENSIONS Refer to Figure 5 for tool dimensions. 6. REVISION SUMMARY S Updated document to corporate requirements S Changed company name to “we” in Paragraph 4.4 CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-800-SAMTEC9 3 of 4 Straight Action Hand Tool CAT-HT-246-1416-11 STS-M-246-1416-11-A 30 [1.2] 303 [11.9] Emergency Ratchet Release Button 52 [2.1] Closed Weight: Approx. 622.6 g [1 lb. 6 oz.] :1 2 2 Figure 5 T 9 0 0 -1 2 1 6 3 01 5 S0 0 2 - U 4 of 4 SAMTEC All International Rights Reserved. CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-800-SAMTEC9 Z 9 3 8: