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HX23 Bench Crimp Production Press

COMPATIBILITY WITH EXISTING DIES

The HX23 accommodates all M22520/5-XX military and Daniels “Y” series crimp dies. This affords total utilization of existing dies and total interchangeability with M22520/5-01 (Daniels HX4) hand tool frames.

FULL CYCLE CONTROL

Full die closure is assured on every crimp. The internal cycle control network will not allow the tool to open until complete closure is attended. A simple procedure is available to open the tool incases where a complete cycle cannot be effected. A secure method is provided to prevent unauthorized personnel from defeating the cycle control system.

HANDS FREE OPERATION

There are no awkward levers or mechanisms used to open or close the crimp dies. These operations waste time and distract the operator’s attention. When the tool is in the normal condition, the crimp dies are fully open where contact assemblies can easily be inserted. A touch of the foot valve releases the dies to a gripping position (spring pressure only). When the operator is satisfied that the contact assembly is positioned correctly, another actuation of the same foot valve completes the crimp and quickly returns the die to open position.

OPERATOR SAFETY FEATURES

The HX23 is equipped with a transparent guard which affords the protection, but does not restrict vision. The Hands Free Operation system allows the operator to position the contact assembly while the die is under spring pressure only. The operator is then free to let the tool hold the contact assembly during the crimp cycle while the operator’s hands and fingers are a safe distance from the crimping die. The HX23 foot valve assembly is constructed with a protective shroud to prevent accidental actuation. For operation the operator places their foot under the shroud to depress the pedal.

FULL PNEUMATIC OPERATION

Standard clean, dry shop air at the recommended pressure is all that is required to operate the HX23 tool. There are no electrical or hydraulic requirements.

SPECIFICATIONS
COMPONENTS	SIZE	WEIGHT
Tool Frame (Less Bench Mount)	4 x 6 x 16 (in) 11.4 x 15.2 x 40.6 (cm)	11 lbs 5.2 kg
Foot Valve	4 x 5 x 13 (in) 10.2 x 12.7 x 34.3 (cm)	6 lbs 2.7 kg
Hose Assembly (Between Foot Press and Crimp Tool)	9 feet 27 meters	N/A
Air Requirements 80 – 95 PSI (5.4 – 6.4 BAR)

The HX23 crimp tool features a system of interchangeable dies which eliminates the need for separate fixed die crimp tools for each and every different application. Dies in various crimp patterns are available for MIL-C-39029 shielded contacts, MIL-C-39012 coaxial connectors, MIL-T-7928 terminals and splices, and other commercial and military terminating components.

1. The die sets snap in and out of the crimp tool for interchangeability. A die removal tool is included with the HX23 for operator convenience. CAUTION: Always disconnect the air supply when changing the die sets.

2. The first pulse of the foot valve will close the HX23 under light spring pressure. This grips the crimp termination device in the proper location for crimping. The second pulse completes the crimp, and returns the tool to the fully open position.

ADJUSTABLE DIES FOR TERMINAL & SPLICES
Adjustable Crimping Dies accept terminations which conform to MIL-T-7928, MS25036 (class 1 and 2) and other military or commercial specifications.
Color	Size	P/N
Yellow	12-10	Y670
Blue	16-14	Y671
Red	22-18	Y672
Yellow	26-24	Y678

Common Hex Dies for HX4, HXE4B, HX23, HD37, & EHCY
DIE P/N			DIE CLOSURE DIMENSIONS
DMC P/N ♦	MILITARY P/N	NATIONAL STOCK NUMBER	A HEX.	LENGTH	B HEX.	LENGTH
HX4	M22520/5-01	5120-01-335-8575	Standard Crimp Tool Frame
HXE4B	N/A	N/A	Battery Powered Hydraulic Crimp Tool Frame
HX23	N/A	N/A	Pneumatic Crimp Tool Frame
HD37	N/A	N/A	Hydraulic Crimp Tool Frame
Y200P	M22520/5-02	5120-01-335-8244	.091	.090	.068	.270
Y196	M22520/5-03	5120-01-335-8245	.128	.325	.105	.325
Y152	M22520/5-04	5120-01-335-8246	.138	.090	.118	.270
Y197	M22520/5-05	5120-01-335-8247	.213	.325	.178	.325
Y203	M22520/5-06	5120-01-335-8248	.128	.094
Y195	M22520/5-07	5120-01-335-8249	.255	.325
Y215	M22520/5-08	5120-01-335-8250	.128	.375
Y204P	M22520/5-09	5120-01-335-8251	.178	.400	.068	.093
Y189	M22520/5-10	5120-01-335-8252	.160	.400
Y205P	M22520/5-11	5120-01-335-8253	.213	.400	.068	.093
Y206P	M22520/5-13	5120-01-335-8254	.255	.400	.068	.093
Y207P	M22520/5-15	5120-01-335-8255	.263	.400	.068	.093
Y193	M22520/5-17	5120-01-335-8256	.118	.375
Y142	M22520/5-19	5120-01-335-8257	.255	.400	.213	.400
Y149	M22520/5-21	5120-01-335-8258	.475	.400
Y145	M22520/5-23	5120-01-335-8259	.384	.400
Y110P	M22520/5-25	5120-01-335-8260	.429	.400	.100	.120
Y151	M22520/5-27	5120-01-335-8261	.532	.400
Y109P	M22520/5-29	5120-01-335-8262	.324	.400	.100	.120
Y150	M22520/5-31	5120-01-335-8263	.501	.400
Y136	M22520/5-33	5120-01-335-8264	.343	.400	.105	.400
Y137	M22520/5-35	5120-01-335-8265	.324	.400	.128	.400
Y138	M22520/5-37	5120-01-335-8266	.314	.400	.151	.400
Y139	M22520/5-39	5120-01-335-8267	.309	.400	.160	.400
Y140	M22520/5-41	5120-01-335-8268	.290	.400	.178	.400
Y141	M22520/5-43	5120-01-335-8269	.268	.400	.197	.400
Y143	M22520/5-45	5120-01-335-8270	.231	.400	.218	.400
Y144	M22520/5-47	5120-01-335-8271	.359	.400
Y146	M22520/5-49	5120-01-335-8292	.401	.400
Y147	M22520/5-51	5120-01-335-8293	.431	.400
Y148	M22520/5-53	5120-01-335-8294	.454	.400
Y102	M22520/5-55	5120-01-335-8295	.324	.400
Y209P	M22520/5-57	5120-01-335-8296	.213	.400	.100	.120
Y208P	M22520/5-59	5120-01-335-8297	.255	.400	.100	.100
Y178	M22520/5-61	5120-01-335-8298	.429	.400
Y314P	M22520/5-63	5120-01-335-8299	.263	.400	.091	.091
Y501	M22520/5-100	5120-01-335-8300	Pre-Insulated Terminal Crimp 26-10 AWG
Y527	M22520/5-101	5120-01-335-8301	Pre-Insulated Splice Crimp 26-20 AWG
Y539	M22520/5-102	5120-01-335-8302	Splice Crimp 12-16 AWG
Y540	M22520/5-103	5120-01-335-8303	Splice Crimp 16-26 AWG
Y631	M22520/5-105	5120-01-361-9554	.218	.307
♦ Die part numbers ending in “P” indicate the the die set has an alignment pin.

PHX3 Pneumatic Tool

COMPATIBILITY WITH EXISTING DIES

The PHX3 accommodates all M22520/10-XX military and Daniels “X” series crimp dies. This affords total utilization of existing dies and total interchangeability with M22520/10-01 (Daniels HX3) hand tool frames.

FULL CYCLE CONTROL

Full die closure is assured on every crimp. The internal cycle control network will not allow the tool to open until complete closure is attained.

OPERATOR SAFETY FEATURES

The PHX3 is equipped with a crimp cavity guard to remind users to keep fingers clear of the crimp dies.

FULL PNEUMATIC OPERATION

Standard clean, dry shop air at the recommended pressure (100 – 120 psi) is all that is required to Operate the PHX3 tool. There are no electrical or hydraulic requirements.

A Bench Mount is Available (P/N: BM-2A).

Common Hex Dies for HX3 & PHX3
DIE P/N			DIE CLOSURE DIMENSIONS
DMC P/N	MILITARY P/N	NATIONAL STOCK NUMBER	A HEX.	LENGTH	B HEX.	LENGTH
HX3	M22520/10-1	5120-01-335-8582	Miniature Crimp Tool Frame
PHX3	—	—	Pneumatic Crimp Tool Frame
X115S	M22520/10-2	5120-01-335-8304	.091	.090	.068	.270
X103	M22520/10-3	5120-01-335-8305	.255	.325
X123	M22520/10-4	5120-01-335-8277	.138	.090	.118	.270
X101	M22520/10-5	5120-01-335-8278	.128	.325	.105	.325
X125	M22520/10-6	5120-01-335-8279	.160	.400
X102	M22520/10-7	5120-01-335-8280	.213	.325	.178	.325
X140	M22520/10-8	5120-01-335-8281	.128	.093
X129	M22520/10-9	5120-01-335-8282	.118	.327
X136	M22520/10-10	5120-01-335-8283	.128	.375
X225	M22520/10-11	5120-01-335-8284	.105	.400
X118	M22520/10-13	5120-01-335-8285	.128	.400
X226	M22520/10-15	5120-01-335-8286	.151	.400
X149	M22520/10-17	5120-01-335-8287	.178	.400
X147	M22520/10-19	5120-01-335-8288	.197	.400
X144	M22520/10-21	5120-01-335-8289	.213	.400
X155	M22520/10-23	5120-01-335-8290	.218	.400
X156	M22520/10-25		.231	.400
X187	M22520/10-27	5120-01-335-8291	.255	.400
X515	M22520/10-100	5120-01-335-8272	Terminal/Splice Crimp 12-10 AWG
X511	M22520/10-101	5120-01-335-8273	Terminal/Splice Crimp 26-14 AWG
X525	M22520/10-102	5120-01-335-8274	Terminal/Splice Crimp 26-24 AWG
X527	M22520/10-103	5120-01-335-8275	Splice Crimp 16-12 AWG
X528	M22520/10-104	5120-01-335-8276	Splice Crimp 26-16 AWG

HX23 Bench Crimp Production Press

COMPATIBILITY WITH EXISTING DIES

FULL CYCLE CONTROL

HANDS FREE OPERATION

OPERATOR SAFETY FEATURES

FULL PNEUMATIC OPERATION

SPECIFICATIONS

ADJUSTABLE DIES FOR TERMINAL & SPLICES

Adjustable Crimping Dies accept terminations which conform to MIL-T-7928, MS25036 (class 1 and 2) and other military or commercial specifications.

Common Hex Dies for HX4, HXE4B, HX23, HD37, & EHCY

DIE P/N

DIE CLOSURE DIMENSIONS

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NATIONAL STOCK NUMBER

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LENGTH

B HEX.

LENGTH

PHX3 Pneumatic Tool

COMPATIBILITY WITH EXISTING DIES

FULL CYCLE CONTROL

OPERATOR SAFETY FEATURES

FULL PNEUMATIC OPERATION

Common Hex Dies for HX3 & PHX3

DIE P/N

DIE CLOSURE DIMENSIONS

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NATIONAL STOCK NUMBER

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LENGTH

B HEX.

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Non-military dies are available for a range of applications. Contact Crimp-Tech for Details.

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