Panduit CT-460 Installation instructions

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CT-460 Controlled Cycle Crimping Tool
Operating, Maintenance and Inspection Instructions
NEW TOOLS – BEFORE PLACING INTO SERVICE
1. VISUALLY INSPECT TOOL
FOR DAMAGE. All PANDUIT crimping tools are calibrated and inspected before they are shipped from the factory. There is, however, a possibility of damage in
shipment. All new tools should therefore be inspected before being used.
2. CHECK DIE CLOSURE
3. CLEAN EXCESS OIL FROM
CRIMP DIES AND USE. New tools are shipped factory lubricated, in protective cardboard cases. They do not require extensive cleaning. After inspection, simply clean any excess
oil from the crimping dies and place into service.
CAUTION: Verify power is “OFF” before
working on wiring with this tool. The
plastic grips are for the user’s comfort—
and are not intended to insulate against
shock while working on live electrical
circuits.
WARNING: Controlled cycle device prevents tool from opening before cycle is completed.
Keep hands and other objects clear of pinch areas before closing.
ATTENTION: TO DISENGAGE CONTROLLED CYCLE DEVICE:
Turn the ratchet release screw counterclockwise and open handles.
The controlled cycle device will automatically reset after screw is released.
BACK
VIEW
(FIG. 1)
Ratchet Release
Screw
Locator Retention
Screw
Terminal
Locator
FRONT
VIEW
(FIG. 2)
CRIMP DIES for
PAN-TERM™
INSULATED terminals,
splices and wire joints.
Lock Screw
Notch
Adjustment
Pin

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FIG. 5
INSULATED TERMINAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. With handles in open position, insert terminal in proper
size die so that tongue slides into locator slot. See
Figure 7 for selection of proper size die.
2. Position terminal against locator and close handles until
barrel is held snugly in place -- do not deform barrel.
3. Insert stripped wire into terminal until conductor extends
beyond barrel. See Figure 7 for wire strip length.
4. Crimp by closing handles until controlled cycle device
releases. Handles will open automatically and crimped
terminal may be removed.
INSULATED SPLICE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove locator using a 2.5mm Allen wrench on the
locator retention screw [see Fig. 1].
2. With locator removed and handles opened, insert splice
in proper size die so that barrel extends 1/16" beyond
insulation closures.
3. Close handles until barrel is held snugly in position -- do
not deform barrel.
4. Insert stripped wire into splice and crimp by closing
handles until controlled cycle device releases.
5. Remove splice and repeat operation for crimping other
half of barrel.
INSULATED WIRE JOINT INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove locator using a 2.5mm Allen wrench on the
locator retention screw [see Fig. 1].
2. With terminal locator removed, insert wire joint in
proper size die so that ribs of molded insulator are
positioned against face of tool.
3. Twist ends of stripped wire together, trim and insert
into wire joint.
4. Crimp by closing handles until controlled cycle
device releases. Handles will open automatically
and crimped joint may be removed.
FIG. 3
FIG. 4

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IN-SERVICE TOOLS – AFTER TOOLS HAVE BEEN IN SERVICE
1. CLEAN AND VISUALLY
INSPECT FOR DAMAGE
ONCE A MONTH.
In-service tools should be cleaned and inspected at least ONCE A MONTH. To
clean---immerse in a commercial degreasing compound and wipe clean with
a lint free cloth. If a degreasing compound is not available, wipe with a clean
cloth.
2. CHECK DIE CLOSURE After cleaning, inspect the crimping dies for proper die closure. See Fig. 6 for
plug gaging instructions.
3. LUBRICATE TOOL ONCE A
WEEK.
4. CLEAN EXCESS OIL FROM
CRIMP DIES AND USE.
In-service tools should be lubricated ONCE A WEEK, and after every cleaning.
Lubricate all pins, pivots and bearing surfaces with a good grade S.A.E. 20 or
equivalent motor oil. Be sure to clean any excess oil from crimping dies before
using.
VISUAL INSPECTION
1. Visually inspect tool for missing or loose pins; then close the tool and note the return action of the handles.
2. Remove the terminal locator and visually inspect the crimping dies for worn, chipped or broken surfaces.
Damaged crimping dies are objectionable and may go undetected when gaging the die closure.
3. If parts are missing, defective or damaged; contact your local PANDUIT Sales Office for information on repair
or replacement of tools.
DIE CLOSURE INSPECTION
Die Closure inspection is made by using the GO/NO-GO plug gage members and GO/NO-GO dimensions listed
in chart shown below.
“D”
DIE CLOSURE “G” GAGE MEMBER
CRIMP
SIZE GO NO-GO GO NO-GO
16-14 .1140 .1240 .1140- .1143 .1239- .1240
12-10 .1530 .1630 .1530- .1533 .1629- .1630
TO PERFORM DIE CLOSURE INSPECTION
A. Clean crimping die and plug gage surfaces.
B. Close tool handles until crimping jaws are bottomed and handles are fully closed.
C. Using the proper gage member, insert the GO side into the crimping die – it must pass completely through
the closure.
FIG. 6

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D. Reverse the gage and try to insert the NO-GO side into the crimping die (Do Not use excessive force). The
NO-GO side may partially enter the die closure but must not pass completely through.
E. If both the GO and NO-GO conditions are met; the tool is dimensionally correct – if either condition fails,
adjust the CRIMP DIE CLOSURE as follows:
1. Remove lock screw with small (2 mm) Allen wrench [see Fig. 2].
2. With adjustment wrench provided, turn adjustment pin one notch – each notch produces approximately
.002” of adjustment. A clockwise turn increases the die closure and a counter-clockwise turn decreases
the die closure.
3. Close the tool and plug gage the die closure as instructed above. If the GO/NO-GO conditions are not
met, repeat Step (2) in one notch increments until the tool is gages to be dimensionally correct.
Replace and tighten lock screw after final adjustment.
F. If the above procedure fails to satisfy all GO and NO-GO conditions, contact your local PANDUIT Sales
Office.
PRODUCT INFORMATION CHART - TOOL NO. CT-460
Crimp
Die PAN-TERM™ Terminal Part Number Wire Range AWG Wire Strip Length:
+ 1/32 / - 0 (in.)
PN 14-F, FF, LF, R
BSN 14* 18 - 14 7/32
PNF 14-F, LF, R
PTF 14-R 18 - 14 5/16
PN 14-SLF 16 - 14 7/32
PNF 14-SLF
PV 14-SLF 16 - 14 5/16
DV 14-250* 16 - 14 9/32
16 - 14
BLUE
JN 218-216* 22 - 16 7/16
PN 10-F, FF, LF, R
BSN 10* 14-10 9/32
PNF 10-F, LF, R
PTF 10-R 14-10 3/8
PN 10-SLF 12-10 9/32
PNF 10-SLF 12/10 3/8
PV 10-SLF 12-10 5/16
DV 10-250* 12-10 9/32
12-10
YELLOW
JN 418-212* 18-12 1/2
FIG. 7
* Denotes locator must be removed before terminal is crimped.