AM 6-4 / AM 6-6 — application and selection
Pneumatic wire-end ferrule crimping options for repeat panel-wiring work. Choose the crimp geometry required by the receiving terminal rather than choosing by tool appearance.
Pneumatic drive reduces repeated manual squeezing at a fixed assembly station. It does not automatically feed terminals, select the right die or verify crimp quality. Actual output depends on preparation, positioning, supply capacity and inspection.
Specifications and configuration
Before ordering: Square and hexagonal ferrule shapes are different configuration choices. Confirm fit in the terminal block and obtain approval for twin ferrules; do not assume the single-wire range applies to twin ferrules.
Choose the right configuration
Choose the exact model in the purchase selector. Product photographs may show different configurations; only the selected package is supplied.
Workstation setup and first-piece checks
- Verify the selected machine's air pressure and air-quality requirements in its current manual; do not use another model's settings.
- Isolate and vent the air supply before changing dies or positioners. Secure the workstation and arrange the control to prevent accidental actuation.
- Prepare the conductor, position the correct terminal and confirm the selected die or positioner.
- Run a first-piece sample and check it against the terminal specification before starting repeated work.
Use the current model-specific instructions. The guide above is a selection and workflow overview, not a substitute for the operating manual.
Maintenance and repeatability
Keep working surfaces clean and inspect tooling for wear, chips, misalignment or loose fasteners. Follow the model-specific lubrication and service instructions. Recheck the first piece after a die change, adjustment or maintenance; stop using damaged tooling. Keep a job record of the terminal, conductor, die and inspection results.
Does the maximum wire size apply to every terminal?
No. Usable capacity depends on conductor construction, terminal material and barrel dimensions, the selected die and the required crimp geometry. Match the complete combination.
How do I check crimp quality?
Use the terminal manufacturer's acceptance criteria. These may include visual checks, crimp height or other dimensions, and pull-force testing. A completed tool cycle alone does not prove electrical performance.
Which option should I buy?
Square and hexagonal ferrule shapes are different configuration choices. Confirm fit in the terminal block and obtain approval for twin ferrules; do not assume the single-wire range applies to twin ferrules.
What information should I send for a compatibility check?
Provide the machine model and selected option, terminal part number or drawing, conductor material and cross-section, insulation diameter, and intended workload. For powered models, include your air or electrical supply.
Included tooling — no duplicate die purchase needed
The complete machine configuration includes the corresponding crimping tooling for its selected application. You do not need an additional die purchase to duplicate the supplied tooling. Die-only options, where shown, are replacement accessories and do not include a machine.
Replacement or application-specific dies are relevant only for worn tooling or a verified new terminal requirement. Included tooling does not mean compatibility with every terminal within the machine's maximum wire-size range.
Check the terminal part number, barrel construction, conductor size, insulation support and required crimp geometry. Solid contacts, stamped contacts, ferrules and cable lugs use different tooling. Gauge alone does not establish compatibility.
Identify the terminal and wire; strip to the specified length; position in the matching tooling; complete the operating cycle; inspect and test the first sample before continuing.
