Crimp Tools

A crimping tool, crimp tool, crimper, wire crimper or cable crimper is a hand tool used to crimp connectors onto wires or cables to create a secure and reliable electrical connection. Crimping tools consist of a pair of handles that operate the tool when squeezed together and jaws or dies with dedicated crimping profiles to hold the connector in place.

Types of Crimping Tool

Mechanical Crimping Tools

Also known as plier crimp tools, mechanical crimping tools are the most common and are handheld and manually operated.

Hydraulic Crimping Tools

Hydraulic crimping tools use hydraulic pressure to assist with crimping allowing them to be used on large electrical cables and connectors.

Pneumatic Crimping Tools

Pneumatic crimping tools use compressed air to operate the crimping mechanism.

Crimping Machines

Crimping machines are designed to automatically crimp large volumes of wires for production lines.

Key Features of Electrical Crimping Tool

Crimp Profiles and Wire Compatibility: Designed for various crimp profiles, ensuring compatibility with multiple wire sizes and connector types.

• Adjustable Dies/Jaws: Allows switching between different connector types and sizes, enhancing versatility.
• Handle Mechanisms: Some models feature ratchet mechanisms for consistent pressure, ensuring uniform crimps.
• Ergonomic Handles: Designed for user comfort, reducing hand fatigue during prolonged use.
• These features collectively contribute to the effectiveness and reliability of electrical crimping tools, ensuring high-quality connections in various applications.

Applications of Crimping Tool

Crimp tools play a crucial role across various industries in NZ, providing efficient and reliable connections for electrical systems, automotive components, telecommunications, and aerospace applications. In the electrical sector, crimping tools are used to join wires with connectors, ensuring secure and durable electrical connections.

In the automotive industry in NZ, these tools are vital for attaching connectors to components, ensuring proper functionality in critical systems such as lighting, wiring harnesses, and engine management. In telecommunications, crimping tools are essential for assembling cables, including coaxial cables and data cables, ensuring high-performance signal transmission.

The aerospace industry in NZ also relies on crimping tools for their precision in creating secure and strong connections in the highly demanding environment of aircraft systems.

Find the Perfect Crimp Tool for Your Next Project!

At RS, a trusted supplier and distributor of high-quality crimping tools in NZ, we offer a wide selection of reliable and precision-engineered tools for all your crimping needs. Whether you're working on electrical systems, automotive components, telecommunications, or aerospace projects, we have the perfect tool for you. With top brands like TE Connectivity, Molex, and JST, you can count on durability, accuracy, and performance for every application.

Explore our range today and find the ideal crimp tool to ensure your next project is a success.

Ordering & Delivery Information for Crimping Tools From RS NZ

You can place your order of crimping tools online for fast delivery, often as quickly as the next day. For delivery in NZ, RS offers dependable next-working-day delivery or delivery on a specific date within the next 12 months, ensuring your products arrive when you need them. For more information related to delivery, refer to our delivery page.