Through Crimp Tool

[Raptor0014]

Anyone got any recommendations on a through crimp tool. A job I have been to look at the client wants the CU moving to a more convenient location, on the same wall but moving 0.5m to facilitate the kitchen design they have in mind.

Tails to the CU is fine its the rest of the wiring as I said I doubt there is 0.5m of play in the wiring. So would need to extend the cables. Largest size is 10mm T&E.

Was looking at this tool on Amazon:

Ratchet Crimp Tool

To use with these through crimps (covered with heat shrink after and placed into some trunking if I can't fish through to the new location.

Through Crimp

So before I go ahead and buy the tool I thought I would ask on here if anyone has any recommendations. I mentioned using adaptable box, din rail and din rail connectors. But the client wants minimal boxes and would rather some 4x2 trunking to the CU than box, trunking and CU.

Thanks

Carl

 

[R-fur]

Crimps don't work well on solid conductors. I would use wagos.

 

[Zerax]

Agreed... wagos would be my choice too.

 

[telectrix]

how about these. L,N.E in 1 unit. once enclosed in trunking, no need for heat shrink.

In Line Spring Lever Connectors

Use these 32A spring lever connectors for an easy, fast-fit connection. The levers are a real time-saver, and the compact design makes them easier to work with in confined spaces.• 3 in 3 out inline lever connectors• Spring levers for easy, fast-fit connections• Colour-coded for live, neutral...

www.toolstation.com

OK for the smaller stuff. (up to 2.5mm)

 

[Raptor0014]

It’s for a 10mm T&E cable on a 50amp circuit. It needs crimping and junction box isn’t wanted as client wants minimum boxing etc. Wago is no good as highest they do in that type connection is 41A for the push fit. 32A for spring loaded.

 

[telectrix]

It’s for a 10mm T&E cable on a 50amp circuit. It needs crimping and junction box isn’t wanted as client wants minimum boxing etc. Wago is no good as highest they do in that type connection is 41A for the push fit. 32A for spring loaded.

so it's uninsulated 10mm crimps with a couple of layers of heat shrink.

 

[Rockingit]

Doesn't anybody own a soldering iron anymore?

 

[timbobelfast]

Steel adaptable box with din rail terminals?

 

[Zerax]

so it's uninsulated 10mm crimps with a couple of layers of heat shrink.

Agreed... with my hydraulic crimpers... perfect !

 

[Raptor0014]

so it's uninsulated 10mm crimps with a couple of layers of heat shrink.

Yes as per the links in the first post. I just wanted to know if there were any recommendations other than the ones I intended to buy.

 

[timhoward]

Steel adaptable box with din rail terminals?

My first thought too, but when I re-read his post he's considered that and customer said no.

 

[timhoward]

Yes as per the links in the first post. I just wanted to know if there were any recommendations other than the ones I intended to buy.

My opinion is that that hand ratchet tool you link to won't deliver nearly enough meat for 10mm crimps. More leverage needed IMHO.
With disclaimer that I don't own either of them, but at the budget end of the market I'd have thought that either this hydraulic set:

Vinteky Hydraulic Crimper Tool Kit Tube Terminals Lugs Battery Cable Wire Crimping Force Wire Tool 4-70mm 8T : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

Shop Vinteky Hydraulic Crimper Tool Kit Tube Terminals Lugs Battery Cable Wire Crimping Force Wire Tool 4-70mm 8T. Free delivery on eligible orders of £20 or more.

www.amazon.co.uk

or this set with a lot more leverage:
Amazon.co.uk - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07L2S8FWR/ref=sspa_dk_detail_6

would serve you better. Of course others may have better suggestions. I tend to borrow a mates set and really should get a decent crimping tool!

 

[telectrix]

i use this for 10mm and 16mm. needs a bit of force, but crimps OK.

10mm² to 16mm² Hand Ratchet Crimp Tool Kit

Kit comprises of:

www.cef.co.uk

 

[rapparee]

My opinion is that that hand ratchet tool you link to won't deliver nearly enough meat for 10mm crimps. More leverage needed IMHO.
With disclaimer that I don't own either of them, but at the budget end of the market I'd have thought that either this hydraulic set:

Vinteky Hydraulic Crimper Tool Kit Tube Terminals Lugs Battery Cable Wire Crimping Force Wire Tool 4-70mm 8T : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

Shop Vinteky Hydraulic Crimper Tool Kit Tube Terminals Lugs Battery Cable Wire Crimping Force Wire Tool 4-70mm 8T. Free delivery on eligible orders of £20 or more.

www.amazon.co.uk

or this set with a lot more leverage:
Amazon.co.uk - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07L2S8FWR/ref=sspa_dk_detail_6

would serve you better. Of course others may have better suggestions. I tend to borrow a mates set and really should get a decent crimping tool!

CEW sell a nice SWA brand of crimps for £30

SWA CT650H Crimping Tool Hand Hexagonal Profile 6 mm-50 mm : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

SWA CT650H Crimping Tool Hand Hexagonal Profile 6 mm-50 mm : Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools

www.amazon.co.uk

They're similar to the second set

 

[LewisM]

TLC Direct do SWA branded ones 6-25mm works very well, very long so you can get a lot of force onto crimp 6.0mm² - 25mm² Ratchet Crimp Tool - https://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/SWRP625.html