Panduit Contour Crimp CT-1551 User manual

Part No. CT-1551
OPERATION MANUA
Contour Crimp
CONTRO ED CYC E
CRIMPING TOO
Crimps most Panduit #22-#10 AWG
insulated terminals & splices, and
specific insulated disconnects.
Reduced crimp effort advantage
for #12-#10 AWG terminations.
Provides UL Listed and CSA Certified terminations
with applicable Panduit terminals.
INSU ATED TERMINA CRIMPING
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Visual inspection dots (formed by the
crimp dies) on the insulation sleeve verify
proper crimp cycle.
• Two (2) dots for red and blue crimp
pocket
• Three (3) dots for yellow crimp pocket.
1. With the handles in the closed position, (See
Figure 1), rotate the locator until the narrow slot
is centered between the crimp pockets (See
Figure 2). The locator will detent and “lock” in
this position. Squeeze the handles to open the
tool. With the back of the terminal tongue
turned toward the color dots, insert the terminal
in the proper crimp pocket (See Figure 1) so
that the tongue slides into the locator slot (See
Figure 3). Refer to product packaging for
selection of proper crimp pocket.
2. Hold the terminal against the locator and close
the handles until the barrel is held snugly in
place—do not deform the barrel.
3. Insert the stripped wire into the terminal until
the wire stops in the recessed slot in the
locator. Refer to product packaging for wire
strip length.
4. Crimp the terminal by closing the handles until
the controlled cycle mechanism releases.
Upon release, the handles will open
automatically and the crimped terminal can be
removed.
INSU ATED SP ICE AND FU Y
INSU ATED DISCONNECT CRIMPING
INSTRUCTIONS
1. With the handles in the open position, swing the locator out of the way (See Figure 4). The locator will detent and
“lock” in this position. For splices, insert the splice in the proper crimp pocket (See FIgure 1) so that the crimp is
located on the barrel of the splice (See Figure 5). For fully insulated disconnects, insert the disconnect in the
proper crimp pocket (See Figure 1) so that the crimp is located on the barrel of the disconnect (See Figure 6). Refer
to product packaging for selection of proper crimp pocket.
2. Close the handles until the barrel is held snugly in position—do not deform the barrel.
3. Insert the stripped wire into the barrel until the wire stops. Refer to product packaging for wire strip length. Crimp
by closing the handles until the controlled cycle mechanism releases. Upon release, the handles will open
automatically and the crimped splice or disconnect can be removed. After crimping, inspect that the crimp is
centered on the disconnect barrel in order to achieve optimal pullout performance.
4. For splices, remove the splice and repeat operation for crimping the other end of the splice.
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
© Panduit Corp. 2010
PA22152A04
Rev.: 04 8-2010
CT-1551
CT-1551
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3
CRIMP P CKETS F R
PanTerm INSULATED
terminals, disconnects,
splices and wire joints.
Refer to product
packaging for wire
range and proper crimp
pocket. Crimp pockets
are color coded to
match color of terminal
insulator, and identified
with applicable wire
range.
Cushioned Handle
Grips
Manual release lever,
push forward in the
event that controlled
cycle mechanism must
be released.
Controlled cycle
mechanism prevents
tool from opening
before crimp cycle is
completed.
Locator
Die Closure Alignment
(not a crimp pocket)
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CAUTION: Verify power is “OFF”
before working on wiring with this
tool. The cushioned grips are for
the user ’s comfort, and are not
intended to insulate against shock
while working on live electrical
circuits.
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IN-SERVICE TOO S - AFTER TOO S HAVE BEEN IN SERVICE:NEW TOO S - BEFORE P ACING INTO SERVICE:
INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE
1. Twist the ends of the stripped wire together,
trim and set aside. Refer to product packaging
for wire strip length.
2. With the handles in the open position, swing
the locator out of the way (See Figure 4). The
locator will detent and “lock” in this position.
Insert the wire joint from the back (locator) side
of the crimp tool in the proper crimp pocket
(See Figure 1) so that the ribs of the molded
insulator (where applicable) are positioned
against the crimp die (See Figure 9). Refer to
product packaging for selection of proper
crimp pocket.
3. Close the handles until the barrel is held
snugly in position—do not deform the barrel.
4. Insert the prepared wires into the wire joint.
Crimp the wire joint by closing the handles
until the controlled cycle mechanism releases.
Upon release, the handles will open
automatically and the crimped joint can be
removed.
INSU ATED WIRE JOINT CRIMPING
INSTRUCTIONS
VISUA INSPECTION
1. Visually inspect the tool for missing or loose
pins, then close the tool and note the return
action of the handles.
2. Swing the locator out of the way (See Figure
4), and inspect the crimping dies for worn,
chipped or broken edges.
3. If parts are missing, defective or damaged,
contact your local Panduit Sales ffice for
information on repair or replacement of tools.
TROUB ESHOOTING
DIE C OSURE INSPECTION
PRE OAD FORCE INSPECTION
Die closure is measured by using pin gages (dimensions listed in Table 1).
1. Clean the crimping dies and gage member surfaces.
2. Close the tool handles until the crimping dies are bottomed and the controlled cycle mechanism releas-
es. Keep the handles closed together.
3. Using the appropriate gage member, attempt to insert the N G gage into the die opening. The N
G side may partially enter the die closure but must N T pass completely through. Perform this test
for both crimp pockets.
4. Repeat Step 3 with the appropriate G gage for both crimp pockets. The G side must enter and pass
completely through the die closures.
5. If both gage conditions are met, the tool is dimensionally correct. If either condition fails, contact Panduit
Tool Division Tool Service, or Panduit EMEA Service Center for technical assistance.
1. Close the handles until the controlled cycle
mechanism is engaged but before the
mechanism releases.
2. Apply force to the handles 1-1/4" (32mm)
from the end of the handles, until the
controlled cycle release mechanism
releases. Record the reading using a force
gauge.
3. The force required to release the controlled
cycle release mechanism should be a
minimum of 15 pounds-force (67 N). If the
force required is less than 15 pounds-force
(67 N), contact Panduit Tool Division Tool
Service, or Panduit EMEA Service Center for
technical assistance.
Table 1
CT-1551 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 8
Figure 9
All Panduit crimping tools are calibrated and inspected before they are
shipped from the factory. All new tools should be inspected before being
used.
New tools are shipped, factory lubricated, in protective packaging. After
inspection, simply clean any excess oil from the crimping dies and place into
service.
When the tool is not in use, keep the handles closed to prevent objects from
becoming lodged in the crimping area. Store the tool in a clean, dry area.
It is recommended that each operator of the tool be made aware of - and
responsible for following these maintenance steps.:
In-service tools should be cleaned and inspected at least NCE A M NTH.
To clean-wipe with a clean cloth.
In-service tools should be lubricated NCE A WEEK, and after every
cleaning. Lubricate all pins, pivots and bearing surfaces with D W
C RNING®Molykote BR2 Plus. Do not use oil excessively.
Be sure to clean any excess oil from the crimping dies before using.
® Molykote BR2 Plus is the Registered Trademark of D W C RNING
DIE C OSURE GO / NO GO GAGE MEMBERS - TOO NO. CT-1551
CRIMP POCKET “G” Dia. (GO) “NG” Dia. (NO GO)
22 - 14 0.096 0.106
12 - 10 0.147 0.155
1. With the handles in the closed position, (See Figure
1), rotate the locator until the wide slot is centered
between the crimp pockets (See Figure 7). The
locator will detent and “lock” in this position.
Squeeze the handles to open the tool. With the back
of the disconnect tongue turned toward the color
dots, insert the disconnect in the proper crimp
pocket (See FIgure 1) so that the tongue slides into
the locator slot (See Figure 8). Refer to product
packaging for selection of proper crimp pocket.
2. Hold the disconnect against the locator and close the
handles until the barrel is held snugly in place—do
not deform the barrel.
3. Insert the stripped wire into the disconnect. Refer to
product packaging for wire strip length. Crimp the
disconnect by closing the handles until the controlled
cycle mechanism releases. Upon release, the
handles will open automatically and the crimped
disconnect can be removed.
INSU ATED DISCONNECT CRIMPING
INSTRUCTIONS
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