Klein Tools 86520 Crimper for Ductwork, Pipe and Sheet Metal Crimps 24 gauge Steel, 28 ,Blue/Gray,5 Blade

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It has been suggested that this article be merged with Crimp (electrical). ( Discuss) Proposed since August 2023. Metals are joined via a special connector. Stripped wire (often stranded) is inserted through the correctly sized opening of the connector, and a crimper is used to tightly squeeze the opening against the wire. Depending on the type of connector used, it may be attached to a metal plate by a separate screw or bolt or it could be simply screwed on using the connector itself to make the attachment like an F connector.

A vital member of any electrician's toolbox, a crimp tool provides a strong seal when attaching connectors to any kind of wiring or cabling.Crimp tools are specifically designed for crimping, which makes them a must-have when working with certain connectors. Electricians use them to attach various connectors to the ends of wires and cables.

Crimp tools are a range of handheld devices that can join components by crimping (compressing) them together. This is known as 'cold welding' - opposed to hot welding that uses heat, cold welding uses pressure to create a seal that is not easily broken. Handheld crimp tool - Handheld crimp tools are the most common type available. They look and function similarly to pliers, and do not require external power to operate. A crimping tool or crimp tool is used to created crimps. [1] [2] Crimping tools range in size from small handheld devices to benchtop machines used for industrial purposes. [3] [2] Uses [ edit ] Crimped connectors on hydraulic hose When choosing a crimp tool, it can be hard to know what type is right for you. Here are a few of the most common types available: Electric crimp tool - Electric crimp tools are battery or mains operated to help ease the burden on the user when performing heavy-duty crimping work.In jewelry manufacture, crimp beads, or crimp tubes, are used to make secure joints in fine wire, such as used in clasps or tie loops. A crimped lead (or other soft metal) seal is attached to secure wires used to secure fasteners in aircraft, or to provide visual evidence of tampering when securing a utility meter or as a seal on cargo containers.