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Instruction Sheet

408-2363

27 OCT 14 Rev K

TERMI-FOIL TERMINAL AND SPLICE

TYPE

PART NUMBER

MATERIAL AND FINISH

Double-Face Terminal

329860

Nickel-Plated Copper

330003

Tin-Plated Copper

Flag Terminal

52584

Tin Plated Copper

Splice

51943

Tin-Plated Copper (Unannealed)

329656

Tin-Plated Copper

Figure 1

NOTE

A complete list of current terminal and splice part numbers cannot be maintained on this document. For all part numbers and

their description, refer to Catalog 82039 or contact PRODUCT INFORMATION at the number at the bottom of this page.

1. INTRODUCTION

Hand Crimping Tool 68026 is designed to crimp the tab end of TERMI-FOIL terminals and splices (reference

part numbers are listed in Figure 1) onto foil with a maximum thickness of 0.76 mm [.020 in.]. This tool is a

member of the CERTI-CRIMP* hand crimping tool family. The ratchet on these tools ensures full crimping of

the product. Once engaged, the ratchet will not release until the handles have been FULLY closed.

NOTE

Dimensions in this instruction sheet are in metric units [with U.S. customary units in brackets]. Figures and illustrations are for

reference only and are not drawn to scale.

Reasons for reissue of this instruction sheet are provided in Section 6, REVISION SUMMARY.

2. DESCRIPTION

The tool consists of two handles, a ratchet, and two jaws each with a crimping die. The crimping dies have flat

faces which squeeze the lance-faced tab end of the terminal or splice into the foil.

CAUTION

The dies bottom before the ratchet releases. DO NOT re-adjust the ratchet.

3. CRIMPING PROCEDURE

NOTE

Depending on the foil and the terminal configuration, it may be necessary to crimp the wire barrel before crimping the tab end.

See Figure 2 for wire-to-tooling cross-reference for crimping the wire barrel. The applicable wire size range is stamped on the

product package label. For information on using the tooling, refer to the instructions packaged with the tooling.

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 is available.

Hand Crimping Tool 68026

for TERMI-FOIL* Product

Crimping Dies

Jaws

Ratchet

Handles

ORIGINAL

INSTRUCTIONS

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3.1. Double-Face Terminal or Splice

1. Open tool handles FULLY.

2. Place the foil between faces of the tab end of terminal or splice, and squeeze the faces together

manually. See Figure 3, Detail A.

3. Place the tab end and foil between the crimping dies as shown in Figure 3, Detail B. Make sure that

the tab end is completely covered by the dies. DO NOT place the wire barrel between the dies.

4. Close the tool handles until the ratchet releases, then allow handles to open freely.

CAUTION

DO NOT CONTINUE TO SQUEEZE THE TOOL HANDLES AFTER THE RATCHET RELEASES. Damage will occur to the

tool if the ratchet is forced against the stop pin.

WIRE SIZE RANGE

(AWG

HAND

TOOL

CRIMP HEAD

PENUMATIC TOOL 69010

PNEUMATIC TOOL 69005

22-16

69997

---

16-14

49935

300583

300454

12-10

49935

300583

300454

69355

38394

300454

Figure 2

5. Remove the crimped terminal or splice from the tool.

6. For long-tongued terminals, several crimps will be necessary. These crimps should overlap to ensure

that the entire tab end is crimped.

7. For terminals, crimp the wire barrel using the appropriate tooling (refer to Figure 2) according to the

instructions packaged with the tooling.

Figure 3

3.2. Flag Terminal

1. Open tool handles FULLY.

2. Place the tab end of the terminal between the crimping dies as shown in Figure 4, Detail A. Make sure

that the tab end is completely covered by the dies. DO NOT place the wire barrel between the dies.

3. Place the foil between faces of the tab end of terminal. See Figure 4, Detail B.

4. Close the tool handles until the ratchet releases, then allow handles to open freely.

CAUTION

DO NOT CONTINUE TO SQUEEZE THE TOOL HANDLES AFTER THE RATCHET RELEASES. Damage will occur to the

tool if the ratchet is forced against the stop pin.

5. Remove the crimped terminal from the tool.

Double-Face Terminal or Splice

Detail A

Detail B

Tab End

Foil

Wire Barrel Not

Between Dies

Tab End Completely

Covered by Dies

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6. For long-tongued terminals, several crimps will be necessary. These crimps should overlap to ensure

that the entire tab end is crimped.

7. Crimp the wire barrel using the appropriate tooling (refer to Figure 2) according to the instructions

packaged with the tooling.

Figure 4

4. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

4.1. Daily Maintenance

It is recommended that each operator of the tool be made aware of-and responsible for-the following steps of

daily maintenance:

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.

2. Make sure the proper retaining pins are in place and secured with the proper retaining rings.

3. Make certain all pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces are protected with a THIN coat of any good

SAE 20 motor oil. DO NOT oil excessively.

4. When the tool is not in use, keep the handles closed to prevent objects from becoming lodged in the

crimping dies. Store the tool in a clean, dry area.

4.2. Periodic Inspection

Regular inspections should be performed by quality control personnel. A record of scheduled inspections

should remain with the tool and be supplied to personnel responsible for the tool. Though recommendations

call for at least one inspection a month, the inspection frequency should be based on the amount of use,

ambient working conditions, operator training and skill, and established company standards. These inspections

should be performed in the following sequence:

Visual Inspection

1. Remove all lubrication and accumulated film by immersing the tool (handles partially closed) in a

suitable commercial degreaser that will not affect paint or plastic material.

2. Make certain all retaining pins are in place and secured with retaining rings. If replacements are

necessary, refer to Section 5, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR.

3. Close the tool handles until the ratchet releases, then allow handles to open freely. If they do not open

quickly and fully, the spring is defective and must be replaced. See Section 5, REPLACEMENT AND

REPAIR.

CAUTION

DO NOT CONTINUE TO SQUEEZE THE TOOL HANDLES AFTER THE RATCHET RELEASES. Damage will occur to the

tool if the ratchet is forced against the stop pin.

Detail A

Detail B

Wire Barrel Not

Between Dies

Tab End Completely

Covered by Dies

13.84 [.545]

Max Tab

End Length

Foil Between

Faces of Tab End

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