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Instruction Sheet

408-9930

08 FEB 16

Rev G

Figure 1

1. INTRODUCTION

This instruction sheet provides application and maintenance procedures for PRO-CRIMPER III Hand Crimping

Tool Frame Assembly 354940-1, shown in Figure 1. The tool is designed to accept interchangeable die

assemblies for crimping various types of products.

NOTE

In most cases, the tool frame assembly is provided with a specific set of dies and is considered a component part of a

crimping assembly. Refer to the appropriate instruction sheet packaged with the hand tool and die assembly or with the

separate die assembly for information regarding crimping procedures, crimp height inspection, and die gaging.

Read these instructions thoroughly before installing dies and using the tool frame.

Reasons for reissue of this instruction sheet are provided in Section 7, REVISION SUMMARY.

2. DESCRIPTION

The tool frame consists of two crimping jaws, an adjustable ratchet, spring-actuated handles, two die retaining

screws, and an emergency ratchet release. The slotted design of the tool jaws permits easy installation and

removal of dies. The adjustable ratchet allows handle pressure to be set for optimum die performance.

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.

PRO-CRIMPER* III Hand Crimping

Tool Frame Assembly 354940-1

Stationary Jaw

Movable Jaw

Emergency Ratchet

Release

Ratchet Adjustment

Wheel

The PRO-

CRIMPER III Hand Crimping Tool is a “Commercial" grade tool and is

designed primarily for field installation, repair, maintenance work, or prototyping in

industrial, commercial, or institutional applications. Product crimped with this tool will meet

the crimp height requirement for hand tools in the appropriate Application Specification

(114-series), but may not comply with other feature parameters of the specification.

TE Connectivity offers a variety of tools to satisfy your performance requirements.

For additional information, contact PRODUCT INFORMATION at 1-800-522-6752.

Pivot Pin

Ratchet Adjustment

Screw

Die Retaining

Screws

Handles