Instruction manual for crimping pliers M22520/1-01 - MIL-KABEL-SYSTEMS provides you here with the assembly instructions and everything you need to know about this crimping pliers.

Frequently asked questions are:

What is the M22520/1-01 tool?
M22520/1-01 or AF8 is a hand crimping pliers with 8-way notch. The large blue crimping pliers, also called AF8 at DMC, is equipped with a gear mechanism for setting for the complete crimping cycle. The pliers is suitable for crimping many crimp terminals.

What is the difference between M22520/1-01 and AF8?
M22520/1-01 is the MIL standard, AF8 is the designation from the manufacturer DMC.

Who is the manufacturer for the M22520/1-01 and AF8 crimping pliers?
The most popular manufacturers for M22520/1-01 and AF8 crimping pliers are DMC, Daniels Manufacturing Corporation, and Astro Tools.

Where can I get the M22520/1-01 crimping tool on special offer and from stock?
MIL-KABEL-SYSTEMS supplies the crimping tool M22520/1-01 or AF8 in special offer from stock.

For which conductor cross sections is the M22520/1-01 crimping tool suitable?
The M22520/1-01 crimping tool is suitable for crimping sizes of conductor cross sections 0.12mm to 4mm.

Which AWG ranges can be crimped with the M22520/1-01 crimping tool?
The hand crimping tool is suitable for conductor cross-section AWG26 to AWG 12.

Is the positioner included in the scope of delivery of the M22520/1-01 crimping tool?
No, the M22520 positioners and the manufacturer-specific positioners must always be ordered separately.

How do I find the right positioner for the M22520/1-01 crimping tool?
The choice of the correct positioner always depends on the crimp contact to be processed. For the M39029 MIL crimp contacts from the MIL-DTL-39029 the M22520 positioners are exactly specified by the MIL standard, for manufacturer-specific crimp contacts the specifications and special positioners of the connector manufacturers apply.

Which positioners fit the M22520/1-01 crimping tool?
The DMC positioners M22520/1-02, M22520/1-03, M22520/1-04, M22520/1-05, M22520/1-06, M22520/1-07, M22520/1-08, M22520/1-09, M22520/1-10, M22520/1-11, M22520/1-12, M22520/1-13, M22520/1-14, M22520/1-15, M22520/1-16, M22520/1-17. DMC part numbers are TH1A, TH4, TH163, UH2-5, TP45, TP85, TH199S, TP360, TP365, TP465, TH270, TH285, TH286, TP485, TP513 and TP651. The specific positioners from Harting, Harwin and Intercontec also fit on the M22520/1-01 pliers.

Which crimp contacts can be crimped with the M22520/1-01 hand crimping tool?
The M22520/1-01 crimping tool can be used to crimp Amphenol, Conec, FCI, Harting, Harwin, Intercontec, ITT Cannon, Souriau, TE Connectivity and Veam crimp contacts.

How do I mount the positioner on the M22520/1-01 crimping tool?
1. the pincer grip must be open.
Press the release lever to move the positioner to the control position.
Place the positioner on the retaining ring on the crimping pliers and guide the pin on the positioner into the retaining ring on the crimping pliers.
Tighten the positioner with the supplied Allen key.
5. select the position of the positioner. Color code: blue = socket contact, red = pin contact
Turn the control position on the positioner until the color marking and index line match, then snap the positioner into place.
Take the conductor cross-section of the contact from the column on the data plate of the positioner. Then determine the number corresponding to the crimp contact used.
Loosen the locking hook on the selector wheel with pliers, then pull up the selector wheel and turn it until the SEL NO index matches the number on the selector.

How do I disassemble the positioner from the M2252071-01 crimping tool?
Loosen the Allen screws with the corresponding Allen key and pull out the positioner.

Which test mandrel/gage do I need to check the calibration of the M22520/1-01 crimping pliers?
The instructions for use for the M22520/1-01 crimping pliers determine the correct test mandrel/gage. The M22520/3-1 test mandrel/gage is required to calibrate the M22520/1-01 crimping pliers.

How do I check the calibration on the M22520/1-01 crimping tool?
The selector wheel on the tongs must be set to position 4 and the M22520/3-1 test mandrel must be used. Then close the tongs completely.

What does GO and NO GO mean on the test mandrel/gage?
Go = Goes through: The green end of the test mandrel/gage must pass through the opening unhindered.
NO GO = Does not go through: The red end of the test mandrel/gage must not pass through the opening.

When is the maintenance of the M22520/1-01 clamp performed?
The M22520/1-01 crimping tool does not require any maintenance.

What must be observed when caring for the M22520/1-01 crimping tool?
1. do not disassemble the pliers yourself.
Do not spray oil into the tongs for lubrication.
Do not place the tongs in cleaning agent.

Where can I find further information besides the instruction manual for the M22520/1-01 crimping tool?
For more information about the M22520/1-01 crimping tool, see www.szelektronik.de/produkte/crimpwerkzeuge/m22520-1-01

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact the MIL-KABEL-SYSTEMS team.