Is there a knock off Deutsch Crimper that works?
#2
If so, S&G Tool Aid sells a few cheaper tools.
- 18880 for size 16 contacts (used in DT)
- 18890 for size 20 contacts (used in DTM)
Some other tips:
- Standard size 16 solid contacts are for 20-16awg wire only. The Tool Aid crimper will only support 18-16awg.
- Standard size 20 solid contacts are for 20awg wire only!
- Color-banded contacts (green 16-14awg for size 16, brown 18-16awg for size 20) support bigger wires.
- If you're not using a fancy crimper, buying Deutsch terminals isn't mandatory, but they're often cheaper in hobbyist quantities than compatible Amphenol A-Series or Molex ML-XT contacts.
#8
I have a Blue Point ratcheting crimping tool that works perfectly. This isn't mine but is the same tool.
https://www.ebay.com/p/Blue-Point-PW...56f7d4ffe1501c
https://www.ebay.com/p/Blue-Point-PW...56f7d4ffe1501c
#9
Cheap ebay pair user here. With solid barrel connectors, I've yet to have anything less than a perfect crimp. Since the depth doesn't adjust, I basically insert the connector, use my finger to make it flush with the opening, apply just enough pressure to grip the connector, insert wire, squeeze. Zero issues. In fact, I wish everything would crimp like that - makes you wonder why anyone uses the stamped/split barrel terminals.
#10
Can you please show the ones you are using if you have a link?
Cheap ebay pair user here. With solid barrel connectors, I've yet to have anything less than a perfect crimp. Since the depth doesn't adjust, I basically insert the connector, use my finger to make it flush with the opening, apply just enough pressure to grip the connector, insert wire, squeeze. Zero issues. In fact, I wish everything would crimp like that - makes you wonder why anyone uses the stamped/split barrel terminals.
#11
Almost positive it came from this place: https://4rcustomswire.com/about
Their ebay name is brussellex. Think that's where my GXL wire came from too.
Their ebay name is brussellex. Think that's where my GXL wire came from too.
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