Instruction Sheet SDE-SA Hand Crimping Tool 408-8851 Frame Assembly 9-1478240-0 30 MAR 11 Rev C 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. The SDE-SA Hand Crimping tool is a Commercial grade tool and is designed for field installation, repair, maintenance work or prototyping in industrial, commercial, or institutional applications Product crimped with this tool will meet the crimp height requirements for hand tools in the appropriate 114 series specification, but may not comply with other feature parameters of the specification. TE offers a variety of tools to satisfy your performance requirements. For additional information, contact the Technical Assistance Center at 1-800-722-1111. Figure 1 1. INTRODUCTION 3. DIE INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL This instruction sheet provides application and Select the desired die assembly, remove the die maintenance procedures for SDE-SA Hand Crimping retention screws from the tool jaws, and proceed as Tool Frame Assembly 9-1478240-0. The tool is follows: designed to accept interchangeable crimping die 3.1. Installation of Shouldered Dies (Figure 2) assemblies for crimping various types of connectors. 1. Place the upper die in the stationary jaw of the In most cases, the SDE-SA hand crimping tool frame 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/crimping die assembly, or with the Insert Upper Die separate die assembly, for information regarding crimping procedures, crimp height inspection, and crimping die gaging. Read these instructions thoroughly before installing Insert dies and using the tool. Lower Reason for revision is given in Section 7, REVISION Die SUMMARY. The SDE-SA Hand Crimping Tool Frame Assembly is designed to accept dies to crimp a variety of products. Contact your local TE Representative or the Technical Assistance Center for information regarding the Die Retention availability of dies for specific applications. Screws 2. DESCRIPTION (Figure 1) The SDE-SA Hand Crimping Tool Frame Assembly consists of two crimping jaws, an adjustable ratchet, Figure 2 spring-actuated handles, two die retaining screws, and an emergency ratchet release. The slotted design of 2. Insert a die retention screw through the jaw and the crimping jaws permits easy installation and die and tighten the screw so that the die is held in removal of crimping dies. The adjustable ratchet place, but do not tighten the screw completely at allows handle pressure to be set for optimum crimping this point. die performance. 2011 Tyco Electronics Corporation, a TE Connectivity Ltd. Company TOOLING ASSISTANCE CENTER 1-800-722-1111 This controlled document is subject to change. 1 of 3 All Rights Reserved PRODUCT INFORMATION 1-800-522-6752 For latest revision and Regional Customer Service, *Trademark visit our website at www.te.com LOC B TE Connectivity, TE connectivity (logo), and TE (logo) are trademarks. Other logos, product and/or Company names may be trademarks of their respective owners. 408-8851 Die assemblies with center contact crimp sections NOTE should be installed with the center contact crimp Die Retaining Pins Insert Upper Die section toward the front of the tool jaws as shown in i Figure 2. If indicated otherwise in other instructions, Short Die follow the specific die requirements demonstrated Retention in that document. Screw 3. Place the lower die in the moving jaw of the tool Insert frame. Install a die retention screw through the jaw Lower and die and tighten the screw so that the die is held Die in place, but do not tighten the screw completely at this point. The SDE PEW 12 tool ratchet has detents that are NOTE audible as sixclick as the handles are closed. The ratchet releases on the sixthclick i Die Retaining 4. Slowly close the tool handles, allowing the dies to Pins mate and/or align. Continue closing the tool handles until the ratchet makes the fifthclick then tighten Long Die Retention Screw both die retention screws until snug. 3.2. Installation of Pinned Dies (Figure 3) Figure 3 1. Install the wire and insulation anvil dies with the 2. Make certain that the pivot pins are in place and chamfers facing the front of the tool and the die that they are secured with retaining rings. markings facing outward into the movable jaw of the frame assembly. 3. All pins, pivot points, and bearing surfaces should be protected with a thin coat of any good SAE 20 2. Insert the die retaining pins and the short die motor oil. Do not oil excessively. retention screw. Do not tighten the screw completely. 4. When the tool is not in use, keep handles closed to prevent objects from becoming lodged in the 3. Install the wire and insulation crimper dies, with crimping jaws. Store the tool in a clean, dry area. the chamfers facing the front of the tool, and with the die markings facing outward into the stationary 4.2. Periodic Inspection jaw of the frame assembly. Regular inspections of the tool should be performed 4. Insert the die retaining pins and the long die by quality control personnel. A record of scheduled retention screw. Do not tighten the screw inspections should remain with the tool or be supplied completely. to supervisory personnel responsible for the tool. Inspection frequency should be based upon amount of 5. Slowly close the tool handles allowing the dies to use, working conditions, operator training and skill, mate and/or align. Continue closing the tool handles and established company standards. until the ratchet makes the fifthclick then tighten both die retention screws until snug. 1. Remove all lubrication and accumulated film by immersing the tool (handles partially closed) in a 3.3. Removal suitable commercial degreaser that will not affect To remove the die assemblies, close the tool handles paint or plastic material. until the tool ratchet releases, and allow the handles to 2. Make certain that all pivot pins are in place and open fully. Reverse the installation procedure(s). secured with retaining rings. 4. MAINTENANCE/INSPECTION 3. Close tool handles until ratchet releases and then allow them to open freely. If they do not open 4.1. Daily Maintenance quickly and fully, the spring is defective and must be replaced. TE recommends that operators of the tool be made aware of, and responsible for, the following steps of daily maintenance: 1. Remove dust, moisture, and any other SAE is a trademark. contaminants from the tool with a clean, soft brush, or a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. Do NOT use hard or abrasive objects that could damage the tool. Rev C 2 of 3