Crimp pliers

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Crimp pliers
Pa09 new.jpg
Model Pa-09
Sub-category Hand tools
Status Good working order
Training requirement no
Owner Russ
Location On component racks near the front door

It's not completely obvious how to use these - for best results, follow the instructions at the bottom of the page

http://www.engineer.jp/en/products/pa09e.html

The short summary is : Use the tips of the pliers to squeeze the crimp terminals until the sides are parallel, then crimp twice; once on the wire and again on the insulation.