SWA Catalogue 2019

Cable terminations

Pre-insulated terminals

Crimping Procedure for Pre-insulated Terminals

A Cut wire to length B Strip the wire ends, ensuring the insulation is removed cleanly and square with the axis with no breaking or nicking of visible wire ends C Use the recommended stripped length appropriate to the connector being used, ensuring all strands are inserted fully into the crimp barrel D Ensure the selected crimp die is suitable for the correct combination of conductor and terminal being used E Insert conductor, stripped, to a length that leaves approximately 1mm visible at front of barrel F Position the die such as to leave approximately 1mm of barrel to form a bell mouth at the front of the barrel G Check the correct dot code or die identification is being used H Ensure the tool and dies are calibrated and maintained in a serviceable condition in line with SWA’s operating instructions

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