DESCRIPTION

1055421-1 is a bottoming die component used in crimp tooling systems to guarantee proper crimp force application during terminal crimping operations. The product is designed to work within a handle force range of 40 to 47 lbs, with a crimp height specification between 38.18 and 498 units, ensuring consistent compression and reduction of wire and terminal cross-sectional areas. This bottoming die is part of TE Connectivity's application tooling portfolio and supports the fundamental crimp theory principles developed for achieving specified tensile strength, mechanical stability, and electrical conductivity in crimped connections. The component requires recertification on a recommended cycle of 8 months or 1,000 cycles, whichever comes first, to maintain long-term consistency and production reliability. Bottoming dies are essential for maintaining repeatability in crimping production and ensuring that terminals meet required performance standards across various wire gauges and terminal stock thicknesses.