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Burndy Y1MRTC hand crimper with ratchet mechanism and comfort grip handle

Burndy

Burndy Y1MRTC Crimper 16 to 1 AWG

SKU CH-2688-VYDE7

Ratchet-action crimper strips and crimps 16 to 1 AWG wire with a comfort-grip handle and built-in accessory storage

  • Ratchet action strips 16 to 1 AWG in one motion
  • Comfort grip handle gives optimal crimping control
  • Molded handle includes built-in accessory storage
  • Cutting blades use heat-treated tool-grade metal
  • Manual design handles both stripping and crimping tasks

Professional Wire Crimping Tool

The BURNDY Y1MRTC is a manual crimper built for electricians and technicians who terminate 16 to 1 AWG conductors. Its ratchet mechanism delivers a full crimp cycle in one squeeze, reducing hand fatigue on repetitive jobs. A moulded comfort grip adds control, while an integrated storage compartment keeps dies or small accessories within reach.

Thermal Noise and Power Characteristics

As a purely mechanical hand tool, the Y1MRTC produces no heat, emits no audible noise beyond the ratchet click and draws zero electrical power during operation. There are no motors, batteries or electronic circuits to manage, so thermal throttling, fan curves and wattage ratings do not apply.

Decisive Specification

The supported wire range of 16 to 1 AWG is the single figure that determines whether this crimper matches the conductor sizes on your project; verify your cable gauge before purchasing.

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Price $365.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 5,006 comparable items (median $95.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameBURNDY

Questions about this item

How do I set up the ratchet action on the Y1MRTC so it releases at the right pressure for 16 to 1 AWG wire?

Squeeze the handles fully until the ratchet clicks and releases automatically; the mechanism is calibrated at the factory so no adjustment is needed, just complete the full stroke every time.

What parts of the Y1MRTC will wear out first and need replacement?

The heat-treated cutting blades and the ratchet pawl are the primary wear items; blades can be resharpened or replaced, and the pawl spring can be swapped if the release becomes inconsistent.

At what point does hand fatigue become the limiting factor during continuous crimping with the Y1MRTC?

The 9-7/8 inch handles give good leverage, but after several hundred crimps the repetitive grip force on the comfort-molded handles typically becomes the bottleneck before the tool itself overheats or binds.

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