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Yellow and black ratchet crimper tool with ergonomic handles 5 1/2 in

Ideal

Ideal 83-001 Ratchet Crimper 22-10 AWG 5 1/2 in

SKU CH-HF3Z-P6K02

Ratchet crimper handles insulated and non-insulated terminals from 22 to 10 AWG with controlled-cycle action

  • Product typeKnives, Cutters & Snips
  • Ratchet mechanism ensures full crimp cycle before release
  • Handles wire sizes 22 through 10 AWG for versatile use
  • Works with insulated and non-insulated terminals and connectors
  • Compact 5 1/2 inch length fits in tight spaces
  • California Proposition 65 warning for cancer and reproductive harm

Ideal 83-001 Ratchet Crimper 22-10 AWG

The Ideal 83-001 is a controlled-cycle ratchet crimper built for insulated and non-insulated connectors across a 22 to 10 AWG range. It suits technicians and installers who need repeatable crimps on terminals without an integrated cutter or stripper.

Controlled-cycle mechanism limits

The ratchet only releases after the full cycle completes, preventing partial crimps on 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20 and 22 AWG wires. It cannot crimp wires larger than 10 AWG or smaller than 24 AWG, and it does not cut or strip conductors.

Install and common issues

The 5 1/2 in tool fits in a pouch and operates with one hand once the terminal is seated. Common mistakes include loading the wrong connector style for the jaw profile and forcing the handles before the ratchet engages fully.

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Price $135.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 2,474 comparable items (median $23.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameIdeal
Product typeKnives, Cutters & Snips

Questions about this item

Which wire sizes does the 83-001 handle from the listed range?

The tool crimps insulated and non-insulated terminals from 22 AWG up to 10 AWG, covering the full listed range of 22, 20, 18, 16, 14, 12 and 10 AWG.

What does the controlled-cycle ratchet do once the tool is in use?

The ratchet mechanism forces a complete crimp cycle before release, so every terminal receives the same compression without relying on hand pressure alone.

Does the 5 1/2 in length limit the connector types that fit in the jaws?

The 5 1/2 in frame accepts the insulated and uninsulated terminals listed for 22 to 10 AWG; larger connectors outside that range will not fit.

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