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How to Use a Crimper Tool

A crimper tool is essential for pressing and ultimately sealing two or more materials or parts together via a crimp, aka a bond. Some of the most common applications include:

  • Bonding wires to terminals in electrical work
  • Crimping cable wire ends during cable railing installation
  • Sealing connectors to pipes during plumbing jobs
  • Crimping connectors in telecommunication applications
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    Crimper tools come in several varieties, including handheld, hydraulic, and electrical. The one you choose will depend on the application, your wire gauge, the type of terminal you’re working with, and more. Using the proper crimping tool and die size is vital to avoid mistakes like over or under-crimping.

    If you’re wondering how to use a crimper tool for cable wiring, we’ve broken it down step by step.

    How to Use a Crimper Tool for Cables

  • Gather your pre-cut cable, crimping tool, and safety gloves.
  • Add a crimp sleeve and a lobed washer to the end of your cable wire.
  • Open the arms of your crimping tool and line up the tool’s jaws to the end of the crimping sleeve.
  • Close the arms of the crimping tool to create a crimp.
  • Repeat steps 1–2 on the other side of the sleeve.
      • Secure Your Crimper Tool!

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