LFH™ Ferrule Crimp Hand Tool LFH™ FERRULE CRIMP HAND TOOL Operating Instruction and Specification Sheet Order No. 62100-0100 FEATURES Ratchet with safety release that ensures consistent performance Small handle spread which make this style tool ideally suited for end users SCOPE Products: LFH™ 60 Circuit Crimp Ferrule Ferrule 71256-0001 Cable Outer Diameter Die Set Complete Tool Assembly mm In 4.83-5.51 .190-.217 62100-0101 62100-0100 DESCRIPTION The die set is designed to be used with the Hand Tool Frame Order No. 11-31-6379. The die set is designed to crimp LFH ferrule Order No. 71256-0001 on to a LFH cable assembly. HAND TOOL FRAME INSTALLATION The hand tool frame comes with the die set installed already installed. If the die set needs to be replaced, follow the steps below: Figure 1 MOVING JAW FERRULE CRIMP PUNCH LARGE NEST DIE SET 1. Select the proper die set. 2. Remove the two (2) M4 screws. 3. Slide the die set into the tool frame with the larger crimp nest toward the frame’s jaws and the crimping anvil going into the moving jaw. See Figure 2. 4. Close the jaws. 5. Reinstall the two (2) M4 screws and tighten securely. M4 BHCS Figure 2 Doc No: ATS-621000100 Revision: B FERRULE CRIMP ANVIL Release Date: 06-22-99 Revision Date: 03-12-09 UNCONTROLLED COPY Page 1 of 4 LFH™ Ferrule Crimp Hand Tool CABLE PREPERATION EMI SHIELDS HOOKED TO THE CONNECTOR FERRULE FOLD BRAID OVER THE EMI SHIELDS CABLE SLIDE THE FERRULE OVER THE BRAID AND EMI SHIELS TRIM THE FOIL AND FOLD BACK OVER THE CABLE FERRULE EMI SHIELD CONNECTOR CABLE Figure 3 1. Snap EMI shields together making sure they are hooked into the connector. 2. Fold the cable braid over the EMI shield and remove excess braid. Refer to document SDA-71256 for additional information. 3. Install a ferrule over the cable braid and EMI shield as shown FERRULE IN in Figure 3. LARGE NEST OPERATION Open the tool by squeezing the handles together, at the end of the closing stroke, the ratchet mechanism will release the handles, and the hand tool will spring open. 1. Place the cable assembly into the larger die nest in the jaws of the hand tool. 2. Center the larger diameter portion of the ferrule in the die nest. 3. Crimp the ferrule by squeezing the handles until ratchet releases. See Figure 4. Figure 4 FERRULE Note: The tamper proof ratchet action will not release the tool until it has been fully closed. 4. 5. 6. 7. Open the tool and carefully remove the cable assembly. Place the cable assembly into the smaller die nest in the jaws of the hand tool. Center the smaller diameter portion of the ferrule in the die nest. Crimp the ferrule by squeezing the handles until ratchet releases. CAUTION: Be sure to the cable axis is perpendicular to the die set, otherwise a crooked crimp could result. Doc No: ATS-621000100 Revision: B Release Date: 06-22-99 Revision Date: 03-12-09 UNCONTROLLED COPY Page 2 of 4 LFH™ Ferrule Crimp Hand Tool Maintenance It is recommended that each operator of the tool be made aware of, and responsible for, the following maintenance steps: 1. Remove dust, moisture, and other contaminants with a clean brush, or soft, lint free cloth. 2. Do not use any abrasive materials that could damage the tool. 3. Make certain all pins, pivot points and bearing surfaces are protected with a thin coat of high quality machine oil. Do not oil excessively. 4. When tool is not in use, keep the handles closed to prevent objects fro m becoming lodged in the crimping dies, and store the tool in a clean, dry area. Miscrimps or Jams Should this tool ever become stuck or jammed in a partially closed position, Do Not force the handles open or closed. The tool will open easily by lifting the ratchet release lever. See Figure 5. How to Adjust Tool Crimp Force (See Figure 5) RATCHET RELEASE LEVER ADJUSTMENT RING It may be necessary over the life of the tool to adjust toolcrimping force. The pre load is the handle force required to Figure 5 release the anti-backup ratchet when the tool is closed without performing a crimp. The pre load should be 35-40lbs (1618kg). Listed below are the steps required to adjust the crimping force of the hand tool to obtain proper crimp conditions: 1. Remove the screw and washer. Located over the adjustment ring. 2. Lift the adjusting ring slightly, off the locating pin. 3. Turn the adjusting ring in the desired direction (L= less force, T= more force) to increase or decrease crimp pressure. 4. Press the adjusting wheel flat against the tool and engage the locking pin. 5. Replace the washer and screw. 6. Check the crimp specifications after tool crimp force is adjusted. Warranty This tool is for electrical terminal crimping purposes only. This tool is made of the best quality materials. All vital components are long life tested. All tools are warranted free of manufacturing defects for a period of 30 days. Should such a defect occur, we would exchange the tool free of charge. This will not be applicable to altered, misused, or damaged tools. This tool is designed for hand use only. Any clamping, fixturing, or use of handle extensions voids this warranty. Hand held crimping tools are intended for low volume, prototyping, or repair requirements only. CAUTION: Molex crimp specifications are valid only when used with Molex tooling. Doc No: ATS-621000100 Revision: B Release Date: 06-22-99 Revision Date: 03-12-09 UNCONTROLLED COPY Page 3 of 4 LFH™ Ferrule Crimp Hand Tool PARTS LIST Item Number Order Number Engineering No. Description Quantity 62100-0100 62100-0100 LFH™ Ferrule Crimp Hand Tool Figure 6 1 11-31-6379 AM60039-6 Hand Tool Frame 1 2 62100-0101 62100-0101 Die Set Assembly 1 3 N/A N/A M4 by 12 Long BHCS 2** ** Available from an industrial supply company such as MSC (1-800-645-7270). 1 Figure 6 3 2 Americas Headquarters Lisle, Illinois 60532 U.S.A. 1-800-78MOLEX [email protected] Far East North Headquarters Yamato, Kanagawa, Japan 81-462-65-2324 [email protected] Far East South Headquarters Jurong, Singapore 65-6-268-6868 [email protected] European Headquarters Munich, Germany 49-89-413092-0 [email protected] Corporate Headquarters 2222 Wellington Ct. Lisle, IL 60532 U.S.A. 630-969-4550 Fax: 630-969-1352 Visit our Web site at http://www.molex.com Doc No: ATS-621000100 Revision: B Release Date: 06-22-99 Revision Date: 03-12-09 UNCONTROLLED COPY Page 4 of 4