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Red ratchet wire crimping tool with ergonomic handles for AWG 22-10 connectors

Klein Tools Ratchet Wire Crimping Tool AWG 22-10

SKU CH-PZ93-Y6W45

Ratchet crimping tool handles AWG 22-10 wire with quick-change jaws for heat-shrink, insulated nylon and electrical connectors

  • Total capacityMetallic With Colored Handles
  • Pin count25
  • Maximum capacity mild steel10
  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Color and finishRed
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Professional crimps across AWG 22-10 range
  • 40CR forged jaws deliver uniform crimping force
  • Ratchet mechanism prevents loosening in harsh environments
  • Ergonomic nylon handles reduce hand fatigue
  • Quick-change jaws with adjustable star wheel

Professional Crimping Tool for AWG 22-10 Wire

The Klein Tools ratchet crimper handles insulated nylon, heat-shrink and standard electrical connectors across the AWG 22-10 range. Its quick-change jaw system lets electricians and technicians swap dies without extra tools, while the 40CR forged frame delivers repeatable force for solder-like joints in daily repair and marine environments.

Suited for technicians who need one tool

The kit includes 25 interchangeable parts covering the stated capacity, so buyers who only crimp a single gauge or who require a dedicated hydraulic press for heavier cable should look at something else. The ratchet mechanism releases only after a full cycle, which prevents partial crimps but adds handle travel that some users find slow for high-volume production lines.

Quick-change jaws install by hand in seconds

Open the star-wheel adjuster, slide the required die set into the frame until it clicks, then set the crimp height for the connector being used. The most common issue is forgetting to reset the height when switching terminal sizes, which can crush smaller contacts or leave larger ones loose. Non-slip nylon grips reduce fatigue during extended sessions, and the internal release lever clears a jammed cycle without disassembly.

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Price $13.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKlein Tools
Model nameHand Rivet Nut Setter Kit
Total capacityMetallic With Colored Handles
Color and finishRed
In the box
Number of items1 pack
More details
Pin count25
Maximum capacity mild steel10

Questions about this item

What wire gauges must I have on hand for the 22-10 crimper to work?

The tool accepts solid or stranded conductors from 22 AWG up to 10 AWG, so keep connectors and wire within that range.

Will the ratchet mechanism still release cleanly if I keep using my older insulated nylon terminals?

Yes, the quick-change jaws are designed for heat-shrink, insulated nylon and standard electrical connectors, so existing terminal stock works without adjustment.

How can I verify the crimp height is set correctly after I install a new jaw set?

Turn the star wheel until the handles complete a full ratchet cycle and auto-release; the resulting joint should show a uniform, solder-like bond with no loose strands.

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