What is Crimping Tool and Why it is used ?

A crimping tool is a tool used to join two pieces of metal by deforming one or both of them in a manner that holds them together. This is mainly used to connect phones or networks Cables.

Why Crimping is used?

The crimping tool is a special device that is used to attach a connector to the end of a phone or network cable. RJ-11 and RJ-45 connectors are the most commonly used connectors for cables and they can be attached to the end of a cable only with a crimping tool. Many homeowners use hammers, flat rocks, or other unscripted tools to attach the connectors to the cables, but the results in complete failure. The word crimping means joining two pieces together by deforming one of them. The deformed pieces are called a crimp.

The purpose of the Crimping Tool is to prepare a network or a phone cable for use by attaching a connector on the wire which is previously ripped with another tool – wire ripper. The connector is essential for transferring data to the wires, and to prevent the wires from falling out. Using the wrong 

tool can cause more damages to the product.

How to use a Crimping Tool for Electrical Wires?

• Choose the correct terminal for the project.
• Strip the insulation from the wire. 
• Twist the wires with the hand fingers. 
• Insert the terminal into the correct nest of the crimping tool

How to use a Crimping Tool in Jewelry Making

• Slide a jump ring or clasp onto the jewelry wire
• Push the crimp bead close to the jump clasp
• Place the crimp bead in the middle crimping tool layer.
• Place the crimp bead on its side at the edge of the crimping tool. 

Applications of Crimping Tools

• Mainly used by Electricians
• Used for Cutting the wire
• used to fix bullets in cartridge cases
• Used in Jewelry manufacturing company