TE Connectivity 543344- 1 User manual

Instruction Sheet
Hand Crimping Tool Frame Assembly
543344- 1 (Used to Crimp Ferrules for 408--9315
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11 APR 11 Rev CAMPLIMITE* HD- 20 Connectors)
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.
Figure 1
Ratchet
Flip--Top
Head
Lower
Die Holder
Die Holder
Plate
Latch
Front of Tool
Handles
1. INTRODUCTION
Hand Crimping Tool Frame Assembly 543344--1 is
designed to crimp the ferrule onto the shielding
hardware or cable clamps used with AMPLIMITE
HD--20 connectors. This tool accepts interchangeable
dies which corresponds to the ferrule being crimped.
Dimensions in this instruction sheet are in
millimeters [with inches 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 7, REVISION SUMMARY.
2. DESCRIPTION (Figure 1)
The tool consists of a flip--top head with a latch, die
holder plate, lower die holder, and handles with a
ratchet. The flip--top head allows easy removal of the
ferrule. The part number of the tool is on the front of
the tool.
This tool is a member of the CERTI--CRIMP* hand
crimping tool family. The ratchet on this tool ensures
full crimping of the product. Once engaged, the
ratchet will not release until the handles have been
FULLY closed.
The dies bottom before the ratchet releases. This
feature ensures maximum electrical and tensile
performance of the crimp. DO NOT re--adjust the
ratchet.
3. DIE INSERTION AND REMOVAL
3.1. Installation (Refer to Figure 2)
Each set of dies consists of an anvil (moving die)
and a crimper (stationary die). Most moving dies
have square corners and the stationary dies have
chamfered corners. Refer to Figure 2. Exceptions
to this feature will be shown on the instruction
sheet packaged with the dies.
1. Close the handles until the ratchet releases.
Allow the handles to open FULLY.
2. Place the moving die in the lower die holder.
Turn the die holding screw enough to hold die in
place. DO NOT tighten the screw.
3. Place the stationary die in the die holder plate.
Turn the die holding screw enough to hold the die
in place. DO NOT tighten the screw.
4. Make sure that the dies and properly aligned,
then close the handles, and tighten the die holding
screws.
3.2. Removal
1. Close the handles until the ratchet releases.
Allow the handles to open FULLY.
2. Loosen the die holding screws, and remove the
dies.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
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Figure 2
Crimper
(Stationary Die)
Anvil
(Moving Die)
Die Holding
Screw
Lower Die Holder
Die Holder Plate
Front of Tool
Latch
4. CRIMPING PROCEDURE
1. Close the handles until the ratchet releases.
Allow the handles to open FULLY.
2. Open the latch, and looking into the front of the
tool, insert the cable and ferrule into the back of
the crimping chamber. Position the ferrule in the
dies according to the instructions included with the
dies. Close the latch.
Always refer to instruction sheet packaged with
the dies for positioning of the ferrule in the dies.
3. Close the tool handles until the ferrule is held
firmly in place.
4. Squeeze the tool handles together until the
ratchet releases. Allow the handles to open FULLY,
open the latch, and remove the crimped ferrule.
5. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
It is recommended that a maintenance and inspection
program be performed periodically to ensure
dependable and uniform terminations. Though
recommendations call for at least one inspection a
month, frequency of inspection depends on:
1. The care, amount of use, and handling of the
tool.
2. The presence of abnormal amounts of dust and
dirt.
3. The degree of operator skill.
4. Your own established standards.
The tool is inspected before being shipped; however,
it is recommended that the tool be inspected
immediately upon arrival to ensure that the tool has
not been damaged during shipment.
5.1. Daily Maintenance
1. Immerse the tool (handles partially closed) in a
reliable commercial degreasing compound to
remove accumulated dirt, grease, and foreign
matter. When degreasing compound is not
available, the tool may be wiped clean with a soft,
lint--free cloth. DO NOT use hard or abrasive
objects that could damage the tool.
2. Make certain that the retaining pins are in place
and that they are secured with retaining rings.
3. All pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces
should be 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.
5.2. Periodic Inspection
A. Lubrication
Lubricate all pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces
with any good SAE 20 motor oil as follows:
Tool used in daily production — daily
Tool used daily (occasional) — weekly
Tool used weekly — monthly
Wipe excess oil from the tool, particularly from the
crimping area. Oil transferred from the crimping area
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onto certain terminations may affect the electrical
characteristics of an application.
B. Visual Inspection
1. Close the tool handles until the ratchet releases
and then allow them to open freely. If they do not
open quickly and fully, the spring is defective and
must be replaced. See Section 6, REPLACEMENT
AND REPAIR.
2. Inspect the head for worn, cracked, or broken
areas. If damage is evident, return the tool for
evaluation and repair. See Section 6,
REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR.
3. Check die alignment and tighten the die holding
screws at least twice daily while tool is in use.
5.3. Ratchet Inspection
Check the ratchet to ensure that the ratchet does not
release prematurely, allowing the dies to open before
they have fully bottomed. Proceed as follows:
1. Remove traces of oil or dirt from the bottoming
surfaces of the dies.
2. Obtain a 0.025 mm [.001 in.] shim that is
suitable for checking the clearance between the
bottoming surfaces of the dies.
3. Select a ferrule and maximum size cable for the
ferrule.
4. Position the ferrule in the crimping chamber
according to according to the instructions included
with the crimping dies. Holding the cable in place,
squeeze the tool handles together until the ratchet
releases. Hold the tool handles in this position,
maintaining just enough pressure to keep the dies
closed.
5. Check the clearance between the bottoming
surfaces of the dies. If the clearance is 0.025 mm
[.001 in.] or less, the ratchet is satisfactory. If
clearance exceeds 0.025 mm [.001 in.], the ratchet
is out of adjustment and must be repaired. See
Section 6, REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR.
6. REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR
Customer--replaceable parts are listed in Figure 3.
A complete inventory should be stocked and
controlled to prevent lost time when replacement of
parts is necessary. Parts other than those listed
should be replaced by TE Connectivity to ensure
quality and reliability. Order replacement parts
through your TE Representative, or call
1--800--526--5142, or send a facsimile of your
purchase order to 717--986--7605, or write to:
CUSTOMER SERVICE (038--035)
TYCO ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
PO BOX 3608
HARRISBURG PA 17105--3608
For customer repair service, call 1--800--526--5136.
7. REVISION SUMMARY
Revisions to this instruction sheet include:
SUpdated document to corporate requirements
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6
9
73.2 [2.88]
(Closed)
1
2
7
8
336.5 [13.25]
Approx
3 4
5
49.8 [1.96]
REPLACEMENT PARTS
ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY PER TOOL
1300388 PIN, Retaining (Handles) 4
221045--3 RING, Retaining (Handles) 14
3300389 PIN, Retaining (Center Pivot) 1
421045--6 RING, Retaining (Center Pivot) 2
5305340 PIN, Retaining (Head) 3
6543348--1 SPRING, Modified 1
71--22278--1 SPRING, Compression 1
81901139--1 SPRING, Torsion 1
9125115--5 SPACERG, Torsion Spring, .100 in. Thick 4
GPosition spacers to keep torsion spring in center of handles.
Figure 3

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