How do you adjust a wire crimper?
Adjusting a wire crimper typically involves modifying the force applied during the crimping process. Based on the provided reference for a specific type of ratcheting crimp tool, the primary method described for adjustment is related to controlling the crimp force.
For the ratcheting crimp tool shown in the reference, the adjustment for crimp force is made using a rotating disc. This disc allows you to change the pressure or force that the tool exerts when crimping a wire terminal onto a wire.
Key points regarding this type of adjustment, as noted in the reference:
- Method: You rotate this disc to modify the crimp force.
- Finding the Right Setting: It's mentioned that there really is no way to know which Position is the optimal one simply by looking at the disc settings.
- Recommendation: Because determining the correct setting beforehand is difficult, the reference recommend[s] just testing different positions to find the optimal one for your specific application (wire size and terminal type).
In summary, adjusting the crimp force on this type of tool involves a trial-and-error process of rotating the adjustment disc until a satisfactory crimp is achieved.
Steps often involve:
- Locating the adjustment disc on the tool.
- Rotating the disc to a specific position (often marked with numbers or lines, though the optimal position isn't indicated).
- Performing a test crimp on a scrap piece of wire and terminal.
- Inspecting the test crimp to ensure it is secure and properly formed.
- Adjusting the disc further and re-testing if needed until the desired result is achieved.
Different crimper models may have varying adjustment mechanisms, but adjusting the crimp force or die size is a common way to ensure a proper connection.
