How to use the Deutsch HDT-48-00 Hand Crimper

Summary

In this tutorial, Steve Crane from Wirecare.com demonstrates the ease of using the Deutsch HDT4800 hand crimp tool for creating high-quality crimps on Deutsch solid pins and sockets from size 12 to 20. The video guides users through setting the contact size, adjusting the crimp depth, and ensuring a secure four-point crimp with a single click. It highlights the tool's versatility and consistency in producing reliable connections, and invites viewers to explore Wirecare.com for a full range of Deutsch connectors and wire management solutions.

Takeaways

• 🛠️ The Deutsch HDT4800 is a hand-operated crimping tool designed for high-quality crimps.
• 🔌 It is versatile, capable of crimping Deutsch solid pins and sockets from size 12 to 20.
• ⚙️ The tool has simple adjustments for wire size and crimp depth, making it user-friendly.
• 🔄 To start, set the contact size dial to match the size of the contact you want to crimp.
• 🔒 Use the locking pin to secure the contact size setting if you are crimping multiple identical wires.
• 🔄 Adjust the contact seating depth by loosening the locking ring on the depth set screw.
• 🔨 Ensure the contact is level with the surface of the tool by turning the green adjusting screw.
• 🔗 Squeeze the handles slightly to hear a click, confirming the contact is held firmly in the crimping jaws.
• 🔌 Insert the stripped wire into the crimp barrel until it stops and then squeeze the handles together.
• 🔒 The locking ratchet action ensures the crimping die doesn’t release until the handles are fully closed.
• 👀 A properly crimped wire will have the crimps high on the barrel and be visible through the inspection hole.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the video?

The purpose of the video is to demonstrate how to use the Deutsch HDT4800 hand crimp tool to form high-quality crimps on Deutsch solid pins and sockets.

Who is the presenter in the video?

The presenter in the video is Steve Crane, a customer care consultant at wirecare.com.

What is the Deutsch HDT4800 hand crimp tool?

The Deutsch HDT4800 hand crimp tool is a hand-operated tool designed for creating strong four-point crimps on Deutsch solid pins and sockets.

What wire sizes can the HDT4800 handle?

The HDT4800 can handle Deutsch solid pins and sockets from size 12 down to size 20.

How do you set the contact size dial on the HDT4800?

To set the contact size dial, lift it up, turn it so the contact size lines up with the indexing mark on the tool, and then let the dial drop down and lock in place at the chosen size.

Why might you use the locking pin on the size dial?

The locking pin on the size dial is used to ensure that the setting doesn't accidentally change while you're working, especially when crimping several identical wires.

How do you adjust the contact seating depth on the HDT4800?

You adjust the contact seating depth by loosening the locking ring on the depth set screw, inserting the contact with the crimp barrel facing up, and turning the green adjusting screw until the contact is just level with the surface of the tool.

What is the purpose of the single click sound when the handles are squeezed together slightly?

The single click sound ensures that the contact is being held firmly in the crimping jaws, which is necessary for a proper crimp.

How do you know if a wire has been properly crimped using the HDT4800?

A properly crimped wire will have the crimps high on the barrel, and the wire should be visible through the inspection hole in the barrel.

What is the benefit of using the HDT4800 for crimping?

Using the HDT4800 ensures a positive, long-lasting connection due to its ability to create secure and consistent crimps time after time.

Where can viewers find more information about Deutsch connectors and accessories?

Viewers can find more information about Deutsch connectors and accessories, as well as wire, hose, and cable installation and management solutions, by visiting wirecare.com.