Knipex 97 62 145 A crimper 5 3/4 in 23-13 AWG

Knipex 97 62 145 A crimper for electricians

This Knipex crimper handles insulated and non-insulated single ferrules with a trapezoid crimp profile. It accepts wire sizes from 24 AWG up to 14 AWG, covering the 23 to 13 AWG range. The 5 3/4 in steel body features deluxe cushion grips for comfort during repetitive wiring tasks. It is built for professional electricians and panel builders who need reliable ferrule terminations.

Upgrading from basic strippers or pliers

Moving up from generic crimpers or improvised tools eliminates loose ferrules and damaged conductors. The dedicated trapezoid profile ensures a gas-tight connection that meets professional standards. The jump is worth it when panel density increases and rework time must be minimised. Users who only crimp occasionally may not need this precision.

Simple manual operation with one common pitfall

The tool uses manual adjustability, so the operator selects the correct die position for each wire size. No wire cutter or stripper is integrated, so those steps require separate tools. The most frequent error is mismatching the ferrule size to the die, which produces a weak crimp. Always verify the AWG marking on the ferrule before squeezing.