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- Backshell ToolingThe evolution of circular connectors has produced a multitude of configurations which have more precise dimensional tolerances and electrical characteristics than any other mechanical component used in modern electrical systems. The associated tooling must meet the same level of precision to apply the connector to its intended purpose. Until now, very little attention has been focused on the tooling which is used to mount strain-relief backshells and other accessories to wired connector assemblies. This is why the BETA® system was developed.
- Banding ToolsThe termination of EMI/RFI shielding materials is a specialised science in today’s aerospace wiring systems. Application tooling is a critical factor in the overall performance of the wiring system components. DMC has worked closely with the world’s leading connector accessory manufacturers and standards organisations to develop the necessary tooling and accessories to meet the stringent demands of aerospace and defence system contractors. The resulting products afford the user a repeatable and reliable means of terminating shielding on aerospace wiring systems. Tooling is available for all bands qualified to AS85049/128
- Battery Crimp ToolsCrimp-Tech Australia has a range of battery operated crimp tools to crimp a wide range of contacts, terminals and splices . We believe the following information and data will answer your questions. If not please contact us for personalized service. Working on today’s electrical connections calls for increased mobility and repeatable, consistent crimping force so we offer a wide range of battery powered crimp tools designed to integrate with your current tooling systems. These battery powered tools offer the mobility of a hand tool without sacrificing the power of pneumatic tools. In the field or on the factory floor, every tool crimps with the consistency and precision you expect from DMC products. The ergonomic tool body helps reduce workplace injuries and eases operator fatigue keeping costs low and production high. DMC battery powered tools have been engineered to work with our existing die series and compliment our established crimp tool lines. And, as always, if we don’t have a die to meet your needs, we will engineer and manufacture it for you. So if your workload is too much for hand tools, or pneumatic hoses and power cables are unwelcome, unsafe or impractical for the work environment, a battery powered…
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- Crimp Tool GaugesWith the need to ensure that your tooling die sets, positioners, turret heads and also the indent crimp tools is in calibration and conforms to the required standards, DMC have a large range of GO NO-GO Gauges available for a variety of applications. If you do not know the required GO NO-GO gauge please contact us for assistance.
- Cutting & Stripping ToolsCable preparation is an essential part of wiring system practices, and have the right tool to prepare our cable for crimping of contacts, terminals or lugs is critical. It is important not to damage the insulation on conductors, cable shielding or damage the copper or fibre that will be transmitting the signal down you cable.
- DMC Tool KitsBuilding a tool kit to service an entire wiring system involves extensive research to select to correct tooling and ensure all serviceable connectors, terminals, splices and contacts are covered. Technicians who are responsible for the maintenance or production of entire systems cannot be expected to know all the answers, nor do they have the time to do the necessary research or locate tooling. Crimp-Tech and DMC has this knowledge and does the technical research for them.
- Hand Crimp ToolsCrimp-Tech Australia offers a range of Military and Commercial Hand Crimp Tools. Here you will find a range of these products, if the particular tool you are looking for is not listed please contact us.
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- Insertion/Removal ToolsDMC is dedicated to serving the connector tooling needs of the electronics industry. We, therefore, top off our product package with a wide variety of installing and removal tools. Although we supply both plastic and metal tools, we recommend the use of the metal tools because of their durability. When used properly they are more cost effective in that they withstand thousands of contact insertion and removal cycles. The trend to all metals tools is being actively encouraged by most departments of the government. DMC installing and removal tools are of proven high quality and reliability. In addition to the tools listed in these reference table, we have many more for other connector applications. Please contact us for more details.
- LaceLok®LaceLok® Cable Lacing Fasteners are used as secondary support for cable and wire bundling. Developed to replace cable ties and hand tied lacing tape, LaceLok® provides an ergonomic solution for consistent bundling with unrivaled strength and superior performance.
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- Safe-T-CableSafe-T-Cable™ is constructed of high tensile strength, stranded cable. It is more flexible than its Safety Wire counterpart, although the working diameters are equivalent. This provides a stronger assembly which has greater strength and lighter weight. The cable ends are electrically fused to form an easy threading end.
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The 51 Series: Now Mil-Spec Qualified

Date Posted: 6/11/2026

DMC’s 51 Series QPL Qualification Marks Major Advancement for Mission-Critical Large-Gauge Crimping Systems Required by Military, Defense, and Aerospace Applications

Daniels Manufacturing Corporation® achieved Qualified Products List (QPL) status for all 51 Series 6-ton form crimp tool products. This major advancement delivers rigorously tested, military-compliant crimping solutions engineered to reliably terminate large-gauge insulated and uninsulated terminals and contacts.

All three heavy-duty tools are qualified to AS5259 standards for crimping terminals onto 8 to 2/0 AWG copper and aluminum wires. Each tool is expertly designed with a 340° rotating head to enhance maneuverability and accommodates interchangeable die sets designed to deliver optimal electrical integrity across a wide range of critical applications.

HDE51C Battery-Powered Tool (M5259/8-01) delivers portable crimping performance with enhanced efficiency and integrated data collection via Bluetooth connectivity.
XHD51 Remote Hydraulic Crimp Head (M5259/4-01) provides precision and control for high volume production lines and maintenance rework centers.
HD51 Manual Hydraulic Tool (M5259/5-01) is a portable solution that uses hydraulic mechanical advantage to crimp large components with minimal manual effort.

Complementing the tool lineup is a robust portfolio of mil-qualified and commercial dies designed to support a wide range of crimping requirements. Each die set features a unique crimp configuration such as hex, nest and indent, or confined crescent crimps. The interchangeability of dies across all tool platforms increases system compatibility and ensures accurate deformation with each termination.

The qualification of the 51 Series completes a long-anticipated, full product line of large-gauge crimping systems qualified for mission-critical systems. The 51 Series establishes a new industry standard for reliability, repeatability, and electrical integrity in environments where failure is not an option.

Counterfeit Tools Are Putting Critical Systems at Risk

Date Posted: 21/05/2026

Daniels Manufacturing Corporation® (DMC®) is aware that several tool manufacturers and resellers are advertising knockoff crimp tools as meeting military specifications (Mil-Spec). These misleading and unqualified tools pose significant risks to the aerospace community, the DOD, and maintainers of electrical wiring interconnect systems.

Despite prior warnings, unauthorized marketplaces such as Walmart.com, Alibaba, eBay, Grainger, Allied, and Graybar continue to distribute these knockoff tools, and the number of manufacturers falsely claiming Mil-Spec compliance continues to grow.

Many of these manufacturers mark their tools in ways that wrongly imply qualification to AS22520 and other standards. Some knockoffs bear DMC part numbers and closely resemble genuine DMC-qualified products listed on the Qualified Products Database (QPD) and Qualified Products List (QPL).

Recently, we were made aware that non-qualified M22520 dies are being marked with MIL part numbers. These products often appear almost identical to genuine DMC-qualified tools, but they are not approved or qualified under MIL-DTL-22520, AS81969, or other applicable specifications.

If you suspect that you have encountered or purchased a knockoff item, please contact us immediately at: 407-855-6161 or dmc@dmctools.com. Any information you can provide will help our efforts to maintain the integrity and safety of Mil-Spec tooling throughout the industry.

New Tool Selection Search

Date Posted: 01/05/2026

We now have a new Tool Selection Search, where you can search for tooling for M32029 Series contacts. We have also added a Ideal Wire Stripper search where you can search for wire strippers by wire series such as MIL-W-22759/32 or by stripper part number to see what wire types it will strip and also blade replacement part numbers, there is also a search for Ideal accessories available via the wire stripper search page.

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The WA23B is Now Mil-Spec Qualified

Date Posted: 01/04/2026

Daniels Manufacturing Corporation® announces the full qualification of its WA23B (M22520/23-01), engineered with speed and precision for high-production military, defense, and commercial applications. The WA23B is a faster, mil-spec qualified alternative to WA23 and Rennsteig Pico Series 400 crimp tools.

The AS22520/23 qualification validates compliance with military-grade performance criteria while delivering twice the speed of the WA23 and improved ergonomics. Engineered to support high-mix, high-volume production facilities, the tool crimps 8 – 4/0 AWG machined contacts, uninsulated terminals, and uninsulated splices. In addition, the WA23B simplifies integration with backwards compatibility, a dedicated gaging state, and single‑power‑source operation.

The WA23B supports mission‑critical wire harness applications across ships, ground vehicles, aerospace platforms, and more. WA23B users see instant improvements in workflow efficiency while upholding quality standards. “[The WA23-B] has allowed us to greatly increase throughput due to its speed and reliability. We are currently […] replacing all of our crimpers with the new WA23B,” adds Brett G., Manufacturing Engineer at Southwire Company, LLC.

How to Determine if a Tool is Serviceable

DMC Tools have created a quick guide to help customers identify which tools are serviceable and which are legacy items no longer accepted for calibration or repair. This helps prevent unnecessary returns and ensures only eligible tools are sent in. Distributors can share this resource to streamline the service process and provide clear guidance to customers.

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Notice of Supersessions of Legacy I/R Tools

DMC Tools I/R tooling portfolio is being simplified and modernized in alignment with the latest SAE- AS81969 standards. This effort focuses on consolidating legacy part numbers, maintaining full backward compatibility with existing connector systems, and transitioning away from low-volume tools in favor of current, Mil-Spec qualified equivalents. As part of this change, commercial I/R part numbers will be gradually superseded by QPL-qualified versions.

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Important Customer Advisory – Counterfeit DMC Tools

We have been notified by an existing customer of a scam website offering counterfeit DMC Tools products. This website is not affiliated with or authorised by Daniels Manufacturing Corporation (DMC) or Crimp-Tech Australia.

The site provides no legitimate contact details and appears to accept credit card payments only, which is a common warning sign. If a price seems too good to be true, it likely is.

To ensure you receive genuine DMC Tools, full manufacturer warranty, and proper technical support, we strongly recommend purchasing only through authorised distributors.

Crimp-Tech Australia Pty Ltd is the authorised DMC Tools distributor for:

Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

If you are unsure about a supplier or would like to verify product authenticity, please contact us directly — we are always happy to assist.

Are you using UNQUALIFIED Tools

Daniels Manufacturing Corporation (DMC) has become aware of knockoff Mil-Spec crimp tools advertised by non-qualified and unauthorized sources. This situation is potentially hazardous for the entire aerospace community, DOD, and maintainers of electrical wiring interconnect systems.

In addition to the previously mentioned marketplaces that are known to be selling these knockoff Mil-Spec crimp tools we are now aware these tools are also being sold on Walmart.com, Alibaba, eBay, Grainger, Allied, and Graybar.

Jonard Tools, a retailer and manufacturer based out of New York, USA has been identified as producing and selling these tools as M22520/1-01 Military Grade Precision Crimpers. Though many of these knockoffs bear the M22520 & M81969 Mil-Spec number, DMC logo, DMC part numbers, DMC CAGE code (11851) and appear almost identical to genuine DMC-qualified products as listed on the Qualified Products Database (QPD) and Qualified Products List (QPL) it is essential to know that these counterfeit products are not approved or qualified under MIL DTL 22520 or AS81969 and other specifications that apply.

HOW TO AVOID KNOCKOFFS

Avoid purchasing DMC products from unauthorized sources. Authorized sources can provide proof proof of authenticity.
Be careful when buying crimp tools on marketplaces such as Walmart.com, Alibaba, eBay, Grainger, Allied, and Graybar
Avoid purchasing crimp tools from Amazon, unless you are purchasing from the DMC Store or Daniels Manufacturing Corporation Storefront
Avoid purchasing items marked as used or refurbished. If a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is
Contact us if you have a question about purchasing one of our products

KNOWN RETAILERS OF KNOCKOFFS

Jonard Tools
JRready (Jiaxing Jingrui Instrument & Equipment Co., Ltd.)
JRD Tools
IWISS Tools Co., Ltd. (ZHEJIANG IWISS ELECTRIC CO., LTD)
Precise Tool (A cobranded tool with JR Ready)
US Tool LLC
Nabroco Tools & Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Bombay Tool Centre

Any information pertaining to knockoff products that you can provide will help our efforts. If you suspect that you have purchased a knockoff item, please report it to us by contacting us at 407-855-6161 or dmc@dmctools.com