61 13... Crimping Micro Quadlock System contacts (MQS)

Special tools required:

To crimp MPQ contacts, use hand pliers 61 4 321 (1) in conjunction with crimping head 61 4 324 (2) from crimping set 61 4 320 .

NOTE: Hand pliers (1) open automatically until limit position when handles are pressed together.

Fig 1: Identifying Hand Pliers And Crimping Head

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Open hand pliers (1).

Fold up contact carrier (2).

Insert MQS contact (3) in contact carrier (2).

Fold back contact carrier (2).

Fig 2: Inserting MQS Contact In Contact Carrier Using Hand Pliers

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NOTE: Follow procedure for CUTTING AND STRIPPING INSULATION from cables.

Close hand pliers (1) one notch.

Insert stripped cable (2).

Close hand pliers (1) fully.

Fig 3: Cutting Stripped Cable Using Hand Pliers

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Open hand pliers (1).

Open contact carrier (2) gently and carefully remove MQS contact.

IMPORTANT: Check contact for correct crimping.

Fig 4: Removing MQS Contact From Contact Carrier Using Hand Pliers

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