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Trendnet TC TC-FCT SC and ST fiber Cables Crimp Tool Fibre Ratchet Crimp Tool for Fibres Or Cables

Trendnet TC TC-FCT SC and ST fiber Cables Crimp Tool Fibre Ratchet Crimp Tool for Fibres Or Cables

RS Stock No. 030-9674

Brand Trendnet

  • Brand: Trendnet
  • Category: Crimp Tools
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€ 39.53

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MECATRACTION Hand Operated Mechanical Crimping Tools Crimp Tool Hexagonal Crimping for Tubular Cable Lugs

MECATRACTION Hand Operated Mechanical Crimping Tools Crimp Tool Hexagonal Crimping for Tubular Cable Lugs

RS Stock No. 265-0480

Brand MECATRACTION

  • Brand: MECATRACTION
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€ 596.13

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MECATRACTION Hand Operated Mechanical Crimping Tools Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lugs

MECATRACTION Hand Operated Mechanical Crimping Tools Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lugs

RS Stock No. 265-0481

Brand MECATRACTION

  • Category: Crimp Tools
  • Manufacturer: MECATRACTION
  • Operation: Hand

€ 429.21

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ERNI Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Flat Ribbon Cables

ERNI Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Flat Ribbon Cables

RS Stock No. 259-9467

Brand ERNI

  • Category: Crimp Tools
  • Section: Hand Tools
  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 2.986.90

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TE Connectivity CCII Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Connecting Cable

TE Connectivity CCII Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Connecting Cable

RS Stock No. 272-2754

Brand TE Connectivity

  • Brand: TE Connectivity
  • Category: Crimp Tools
  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 2.510.00

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Facom 2020 Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lugs

Facom 2020 Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lugs

RS Stock No. 235-8271

Brand Facom

  • Manufacturer: Facom
  • Product Type: Crimp Tool
  • Section: Hand Tools

€ 1.066.75

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Bahco CR W 03 CR W 03 Crimp Tool Crimping Tool for Insulated Connector for cable connectors

Bahco CR W 03 CR W 03 Crimp Tool Crimping Tool for Insulated Connector for cable connectors

RS Stock No. 017-1658

Brand Bahco

  • Brand: Bahco
  • Section: Hand Tools
  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 219.63

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RS PRO Crimp Tool Frame Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lugs

RS PRO Crimp Tool Frame Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lugs

RS Stock No. 241-4710

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: Crimp Tools
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  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 1.004.00

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Schneider Electric AT2 AT2 Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Cables

Schneider Electric AT2 AT2 Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Cables

RS Stock No. 276-1551

Brand Schneider Electric

  • Brand: Schneider Electric
  • Category: Crimp Tools
  • Section: Hand Tools

€ 897.33

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RS PRO Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lugs

RS PRO Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lugs

RS Stock No. 044-5611

Brand RS Pro

  • Brand: RS Pro
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  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 197.04

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TUK Limited Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for RJ45 Shielded Cable for 8p8c RJ45 FTP Plugs

TUK Limited Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for RJ45 Shielded Cable for 8p8c RJ45 FTP Plugs

RS Stock No. 053-3038

Brand TUK Limited

  • Brand: TUK Limited
  • Section: Hand Tools
  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 85.97

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RS PRO Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lug

RS PRO Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lug

RS Stock No. 297-2957

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: Crimp Tools
  • Section: Hand Tools
  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 298.69

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RS PRO KH Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lug

RS PRO KH Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lug

RS Stock No. 624-1314

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: Crimp Tools
  • Section: Hand Tools
  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 350.15

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RS PRO Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lug

RS PRO Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Tubular Cable Lug

RS Stock No. 683-1601

Brand RS Pro

  • Brand: RS Pro
  • Category: Crimp Tools
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€ 262.30

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Phoenix Contact Crimpfox CRIMPFOX-RCI 2,5 Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Cable Lug

Phoenix Contact Crimpfox CRIMPFOX-RCI 2,5 Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Cable Lug

RS Stock No. 803-4436

Brand Phoenix Contact

  • Brand: Phoenix Contact
  • Category: Crimp Tools
  • Section: Hand Tools

€ 308.73

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RS PRO Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Ring Cable Lugs

RS PRO Crimp Tool Crimp Tool for Ring Cable Lugs

RS Stock No. 683-1608

Brand RS Pro

  • Brand: RS Pro
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  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 266.06

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Schneider Electric AT2T AT2TRIF01 0.5 mm² - 2.5 mm² (AWG 24-14) Crimp Tool Crimp Tool Accessory for Cable

Schneider Electric AT2T AT2TRIF01 0.5 mm² - 2.5 mm² (AWG 24-14) Crimp Tool Crimp Tool Accessory for Cable

RS Stock No. 020-5241

Brand Schneider Electric

  • Brand: Schneider Electric
  • Section: Hand Tools
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€ 909.88

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Trendnet TC TC-CT70 Crimp Tool Universal Tripping/Cutting Tool for Wires Or Cables

Trendnet TC TC-CT70 Crimp Tool Universal Tripping/Cutting Tool for Wires Or Cables

RS Stock No. 030-9673

Brand Trendnet

  • Brand: Trendnet
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  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 15.31

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SAM 241-42-FME 241-42-FME Crimp Tool Crimping Plier for Stripping Cables

SAM 241-42-FME 241-42-FME Crimp Tool Crimping Plier for Stripping Cables

RS Stock No. 021-0380

Brand SAM

  • Brand: SAM
  • Category: Crimp Tools
  • Section: Hand Tools

€ 81.58

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NEMIQ XLCE XLCE 0510 0.5-10 mm² Crimp Tool Indent Crimping for Cable End Sleeves

NEMIQ XLCE XLCE 0510 0.5-10 mm² Crimp Tool Indent Crimping for Cable End Sleeves

RS Stock No. 043-3200

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  • Brand: NEMIQ
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  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 55.09

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Phoenix Contact CRIMPFOX-RCT 70-1 CRIMPFOX-RCT 70-1 Crimp Tool Indent Crimp for Tubular Cable Lugs

Phoenix Contact CRIMPFOX-RCT 70-1 CRIMPFOX-RCT 70-1 Crimp Tool Indent Crimp for Tubular Cable Lugs

RS Stock No. 858-4067

Brand Phoenix Contact

  • Category: Crimp Tools
  • Section: Hand Tools
  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 953.80

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Phoenix Contact CRIMPFOX-RCT 25-1 CRIMPFOX-RCT 25-1 Crimp Tool Hexagon Crimp for Uninsulated Tubular Cable Lugs

Phoenix Contact CRIMPFOX-RCT 25-1 CRIMPFOX-RCT 25-1 Crimp Tool Hexagon Crimp for Uninsulated Tubular Cable Lugs

RS Stock No. 858-3994

Brand Phoenix Contact

  • Brand: Phoenix Contact
  • Section: Hand Tools
  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 479.41

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Expert by Facom 6 mm Crimp Tool for Insulated Terminals, Tubular Cable Lugs

Expert by Facom 6 mm Crimp Tool for Insulated Terminals, Tubular Cable Lugs

RS Stock No. 255-2785

Brand Expert by Facom

  • Category: Crimp Tools
  • Section: Hand Tools
  • Super Section: Cable, Connector & Crimping Tools

€ 29.12

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Phoenix Contact CRIMPFOX-RCT 16-1 CRIMPFOX-RCT 16-1 Crimp Tool Indent and Hexagon Crimp for Uninsulated Tubular Cable

Phoenix Contact CRIMPFOX-RCT 16-1 CRIMPFOX-RCT 16-1 Crimp Tool Indent and Hexagon Crimp for Uninsulated Tubular Cable

RS Stock No. 858-4048

Brand Phoenix Contact

  • Brand: Phoenix Contact
  • Category: Crimp Tools
  • Section: Hand Tools

€ 441.76

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What is a cable crimping tool?
A cable crimping tool is a handheld device used to attach electrical connectors to the end of a wire or cable by deforming a metal crimp around the conductor and insulation. The result is a secure, low-resistance electrical connection designed to withstand vibration, temperature changes, and mechanical stress. Crimping tools come in manual, ratcheting, and automatic variants and are compatible with a wide range of terminals, connectors, and wire gauges. They ensure consistent crimp height and proper bite, which is essential for reliable electrical performance in automotive, industrial, networking, and consumer electronics applications.

What types of cables, terminals, and connectors can a cable crimping tool handle?
Modern crimping tools cover many categories, including:
  • Insulated terminals and non-insulated terminals (ring, spade, butt, and quick-disconnect styles)
  • Wire sizes from thin signal wires to power conductors (commonly AWG ranges such as 22–10, 18–12, etc., depending on the tool)
  • Ferrules for stranded wire in control panels and renewable energy installs
  • RJ45, RJ11, and modular Ethernet/phone connectors with dedicated crimping heads
  • Antenna and coaxial cables with specialized crimp dies
  • Automotive connectors from brands like TE Connectivity, Molex, AMP, JST, and similar electronics connectors
Note: Not all tools cover every connector family; check the tool’s die sets and advertised ranges to ensure compatibility with your terminals.

How do I choose the right cable crimping tool for my project?
Start with the wire gauge and the connector family you will use most often. A tool should specify:
  • Compatible AWG or mm2 range for wires
  • Compatible connector families (Molex, TE Connectivity, AMP, JST, Delphi, etc.)
  • Whether you need insulated or non-insulated terminals, ferrule crimping, or coaxial crimping
  • Required crimping force and whether a ratcheting mechanism is needed for consistent crimps
  • Availability of interchangeable dies or heads for different connector types
If you work with network cables, look for dedicated RJ45 modules; for automotive, choose an auto-rated crimp tool with durable chrome plating and hardened dies. For bulk work, consider a ratcheting, spring-loaded, or automatic crimp tool to reduce fatigue and improve repeatability.

What is the difference between manual, ratcheting, and automatic crimping tools?
Manual crimping tools require you to squeeze to complete the crimp and are best for simple, infrequent tasks. Ratcheting crimpers hold a lock until the crimp is complete, delivering consistent force and crimp height with less user effort. Automatic or semi-automatic crimping tools may automatically compress the terminal and cut to length in prepared production settings, offering high repeatability and speed. For dense or high-volume work, automatic tools can significantly reduce cycle time while maintaining accuracy.

What is a die set and how does it affect crimp quality?
Die sets are the interchangeable jaws inside a crimping tool that determine the crimp profile for a specific terminal. The correct die set ensures:
  • Proper crimp height and bite
  • Proper conductor compression without damaging insulation
  • Strong pull-out resistance and electrical continuity
  • Compatibility with the terminal’s crimp specifications
Always use the die recommended by the terminal manufacturer and verify the crimp with a pull test or inspection for quality control.

How do I determine the right AWG range or conductor size for a crimp tool?
Check the tool’s specification sheet or product label. Most crimpers list a conductor range (for example, 22–18 AWG, 14–10 AWG, or 0.5–6 mm2). Using the wrong size wire can cause poor contact, loose crimps, or insulation damage. When in doubt, measure the wire diameter and select a tool with a matching or broader range. Also note whether you are crimping solid or stranded wire, as some tools perform better with one type.

What materials and finishes influence tool durability and performance?
Durable crimp tools use hardened steel jaws, chrome plating or corrosion-resistant finishes, and precise alignment features. Higher-end tools may include:
  • Ratcheting mechanisms with soft touch grips
  • Interchangeable dies with color-coded coding
  • LED or spring-loaded indicators to confirm a complete crimp
  • Spring-return handles to reduce operator fatigue
For demanding environments (automotive, aerospace, or outdoor installations), look for tools with UL/CSA listed credentials and manufacturer warranties.

How do I maintain and care for a cable crimping tool?
Regular maintenance extends tool life and maintains crimp quality. Follow these steps:
  • Clean and wipe the tool after use to remove grease and debris
  • Lubricate pivot points sparingly with light machine oil
  • Store in a dry place and protect the dies from damage
  • Inspect the dies for wear and replace them when crimp quality declines
  • Calibrate or test the tool against a known good terminal and conductor
If your tool includes a ratchet or locking mechanism, ensure it engages fully before applying force. Keep replacement dies and accessories organized, especially in multi-connector environments.

What safety considerations should I follow when using a cable crimping tool?
Safety is essential with any hand tool. Follow these guidelines:
  • Wear eye protection and gloves when crimping to protect against sharp metal edges
  • Secure the workpiece and keep fingers clear of the crimping jaws
  • Use the correct crimp die for the terminal; incorrect dies can slip or crack
  • Do not exceed the tool’s rated capacity to avoid tool damage or injury
  • Test crimps with a pull test or continuity check confirming robust connections

Can one tool cover multiple connector families and wire sizes?
Some premium crimping tools offer adjustable or interchangeable dies to service multiple families. While versatile, such tools can be more expensive and heavier. For large, diverse projects, a tool with modular dies can save space and time; for simple or single-diameter work, a dedicated tool may be lighter and more ergonomic.

Are there specialized cable crimping tools for network, audio, or automotive work?
Yes. There are:
  • RJ45/RJ11 network crimpers for CAT5e/CAT6 cables with built-in cutters and chain jaws
  • Coaxial cable crimping tools for RG-6/RG-59 and F-type connectors
  • AUTO/industrial crimp tools designed for automotive terminals in harnesses
  • Universal crimpers with interchangeable heads for Molex, TE Connectivity, JST, AMP, and similar brands
Selecting the right tool for the job improves reliability and reduces the need for rework.

What is the typical price range for cable crimping tools, and is it worth investing in higher-end models?
Prices vary with build quality, brand, and feature set. Basic manual tools start at a modest price, while ratcheting, automatic, or professional-grade tools can be more expensive. Benefits of higher-end models include greater durability, longer dies life, repeatable crimps, lower operator fatigue, and compatibility with multiple connector families. For professional workshops or high-volume production, investing in a higher-quality tool often pays back in fewer defective crimps and faster assembly.

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