CT-1525 Manual
CT-1525 Manual
CT-1525 Manual
PA22241A01
Rev.: 08 1-2017
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Contour Crimp
© Panduit Corp. 2017
CONTROLLED CYCLE
Figure 2
Die Closure Alignment Figure 1
CRIMPING TOOL
(not a crimp pocket)
INSTRUCTIONS
1. With the handles in the open position, insert
the disconnect in the proper crimp pocket (See
Figure 1), so that the barrel is flush with the
Stripped
crimp die (See Figure 2). Refer to product
Wire Slot for
packaging for selection of proper crimp pocket.
Wire Stop
Crimp the disconnect by closing the handles are for the user’s comfort, and Crimp Die
until the controlled cycle mechanism releases. are not intended to insulate
Upon release, the handles will open automati- against shock while working on
Insulation Closure
Page: 1 of 2
© Panduit Corp. 2017 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS CT-1525
INSULATED SPLICE CRIMPING INSTRUCTIONS
1. With the handles in the open position, insert the splice into the proper crimp pocket (See Figure 1) so that the crimp is located on the barrel of the splice
(See Figure 3). Refer to product packaging for selection of proper crimp pocket.
2. Close the handles until the barrel is held snugly in position — do not deform the barrel.
3. Insert the stripped wire into the splice until the wire stops. Refer to product packaging for wire strip length. Crimp the splice by closing the handles until the
controlled cycle mechanism releases. Upon release, the handles will open automatically and the crimped splice can be removed.
4. Remove the splice and repeat operation for crimping the other end of the splice.
INSPECTION / MAINTENANCE
NEW TOOLS - BEFORE PLACING INTO SERVICE: IN-SERVICE TOOLS - AFTER TOOLS HAVE BEEN IN SERVICE:
All Panduit crimping tools are calibrated and inspected before they are It is recommended that each operator of the tool be made aware of - and
shipped from the factory. All new tools should be inspected before being responsible for following these maintenance steps.:
used.
In-service tools should be cleaned and inspected at least ONCE A MONTH.
New tools are shipped, factory lubricated, in protective packaging. After To clean-wipe with a clean cloth.
inspection, simply clean any excess oil from the crimping dies and place
into service. In-service tools should be lubricated ONCE A WEEK, and after every
When the tool is not in use, keep the handles closed to prevent objects cleaning. Lubricate all pins, pivots and bearing surfaces with DOW
from becoming lodged in the crimping area. Store the tool in a clean, dry CORNING® Molykote BR2 Plus. Do not use oil excessively.
area. Be sure to clean any excess oil from the crimping dies before using.
TROUBLESHOOTING
DIE CLOSURE INSPECTION
Die closure is measured by using GO/NO GO gage members (dimensions listed in Table 1).
1. Clean the crimping dies and gage member Table 1
surfaces.
2. Close the tool handles until the crimping dies DIE CLOSURE GO / NO GO GAGE MEMBERS - TOOL NO. CT-1525
are bottomed and the controlled cycle
mechanism releases. Keep the handles
closed together.
3. Using the appropriate gage member, attempt
to insert the NO GO gage into the die opening.
The NO GO side may partially enter the die
closure but must NOT pass completely
through. Perform this test for all three crimp
pockets.
4. Repeat Step 3 with the appropriate GO gage CRIMP ENGLISH GO / NO GO GAGE MEMBERS METRIC GO / NO GO GAGE MEMBERS
for all three crimp pockets. The GO side must POCKET
enter and pass completely through the die
closures. AWG / mm2 “G” Dia. (GO) “NG” Dia. (NO GO) “G” Dia. (GO) “NG” Dia. (NO GO)
5. If both gage conditions are met, the tool is Pocket “A” .083” .091” 2,11 mm 2,31 mm
dimensionally correct. If either condition fails,
contact Panduit Customer Service, or Panduit 22-14 / 0,5-2,5 .076” .084” 1,93 mm 2,13 mm
EMEA Service Center for technical assistance.
12-10 / 4,0-6,0 .100” .108” 2,54 mm 2,74 mm
Page: 2 of 2