Ratcheting wire crimper (Model HS-30J)
Key Features:
Ratcheting Mechanism: Built-in mechanism forces full closure before letting the jaws reopen. This ensures a consistent, secure crimp every single time.Color-Coded Die: The jaw features red, blue, and yellow dots. These correspond to standard insulated terminal sizes (0.5 to 6.0 mm2 or 22–10 AWG).
Quick-Release Lever: A small star-wheel or thumb lever near the pivot unlocks the jaws mid-crimp if needed.
Strip the Wire: Remove about 1/4 inch of insulation from your wire.Match the Terminal: Insert the bare wire into your insulated connector.Align in Jaws: Place the metal barrel of the connector into the matching color-coded slot on the crimper jaw.Squeeze Handles: Squeeze until the ratchet automatically releases, indicating a complete crimp.