Vibration on machines, trucks and HVAC equipment shakes loose poorly crimped terminals. The Techspan RAT-NYL is a ratcheting crimp tool for nylon insulated terminals from 22 to 10 AWG that makes a double crimp: one on the bare conductor and one on the insulation sleeve for better hold under vibration. Its ratchet only releases once full crimping pressure is reached.
Why electricians pick it
- Double crimp grips both the conductor and the insulation sleeve for vibration resistance.
- Triple-nested die covers 22-18, 16-14 and 12-10 AWG.
- Ratchet action releases only at full crimp, for consistent terminations.
- Can also be used on PVC insulated terminals.
- Ergonomic handles and its own carrying case.
Specifications
| Spec |
Detail |
| Brand |
Techspan |
| Model |
RAT-NYL |
| Type |
Ratchet crimp tool, double crimp |
| Terminals |
Nylon insulated (also PVC insulated) |
| Wire range |
22-18 AWG (1.25 mm²), 16-14 AWG (2 mm²), 12-10 AWG (5.5 mm²) |
| Die |
Triple nested |
| Action |
Ratchet, releases at full crimp |
| Includes |
Carrying case |
| Made in |
Taiwan |
Pro tip from the counter
Choose the die cavity by the terminal's insulation colour (red, blue or yellow) rather than by eyeballing the wire. Then give each new batch of terminals a firm pull test, because insulation thickness varies between terminal makers and the tool is set to an industry average.
Best for: control panel and machine wiring, truck and equipment harness repairs, HVAC and appliance service, maintenance shops
Downloads: Ratchet crimp tools spec sheet (PDF)
Ships Canada-wide from Vaughan, ON. For crew orders, get trade pricing through a quote or call (905) 553-7171.