TITAN 11477 Ratcheting Wire Terminal Crimper Tool for Insulated Terminals, Fixed Jaw Crimper

I bought these crimpers on November 24th, 2016 and received them on November 26th. They came in a blister pack and placed in a small box wihtout packing material, none was needed, it's a tool. I have used it for crimping insulated electrical blade connectors and the barrel connectors from the small reds to the big yellows and they have made a solid crimp each and every time. It makes a double type of crimp that is much more solid than the single crimp from the scissor type crimpers. I have used them in automotive wiring and in household electrical wiring projects and love the one handed operation and the solid feel of the resulting connection. The price was reasonable compared to other crimpers and the feel of the tool is solid making me believe it will last for years. These is no play in the working of the mechanism and it seems to have a high build quality. I am considering another purchase of this tool for my shop because I have to go to the work van to retrieve this one every time I need it at home. I am happy with this tool and will not go back to the old way of crimping with a cheap single crimp scissor type crimper. Pros: Solidly constructed A comfortable grip Solid crimps Reasonable price point Cons: None ***UPDATE*** I purchased a second pair of this tool for use at home in my shop and it works just as well as the first pair. Will never again try crimping wire connectors without them.

These types of crimpers are highly recommended over the standard ones you get in a department store. These are of good quality with a comfortable grip. The ratcheting mechanism works well, and they make a solid crimp. These store well in toolbox.

This tool is 1000 times better than the wimpy crimping tools you usually get in terminal 'kits'! Be aware that you still have to really bear down to complete the compression 'cycle', especially on the larger connector sizes. But the effort is most definitely worth it! This tool appears to finally eliminate my old habit of soldering connections to "just make sure" that the connection is sound. I've made a hundred or so connections now, and have really tugged on all of them, checking for looseness or wobble. Not a smidgen of movement in any of the connections; it's as solid as any soldering job and much, much faster! And, the crimping 'bite' is much wider than the wimpy tools, I've measured the crimp at 3/8", and it's actually two crimps side-by-side. And, the plastic insulator still looks pristine; a totally professional-looking connection all the way. Tools like this one are spoiling me in my old age! Buy this and you'll quickly throw away all those wimpy crimpers!

I read many of the 1 and 2 star reviews AFTER I used this crimper on various electrical connectors. From my experience, the type and quality of connector you use makes a BIG difference. I have some low dollar steel import crimp on ends and they didn't crimp very well. Some of the yellow connectors would not crimp completely. I had to put the Titan crimper in a bench vise to get it to compress fully because I didn't have enough hand strength to compress the crimpers all the way. I'm a 6'1" / 220 pound weight lifter who can shrug 495 pounds on a bar - it's not a hand strength issue. Then I used the Titan crimper with Wirefy copper connectors available on Amazon. The Wirefy connectors are made of 100% copper with a 3:1 polyeolefin shrink tube integrated on the connector. The key here is the copper connector - it's softer than steel, compresses completely and far more easily than the cheap steel connectors. The Wirefy connectors are not cheap but they work great with the Titan crimpers. I could not get the cheap steel connectors to crimp with my old crimping tool - so it's not the tool, its the actual connector you are using. Pro: -Heavy duty, well made tool -Crimps copper connectors very solidly - I've used it on 12 - 18 gauge copper wire with no issues -The Red/Blue/Yellow designation on the crimper jaws is handy Con: -No release - if you put a heavy duty yellow steel connector in the Titan crimper, you'd better have a hand like Hellboy or a bench vise near by. -Not the best design for leverage - the handles are too close together and there is not enough mechanical advantage. I can understand why some folks mught be disappointed in this tool. But with large steel connectors or even smaller steel connectors you need a LOT of force to compress them - almost pneumatic or hydraulic. This is a $25 hand tool - understand the limitations and buy the proper connectors and you will give this tool a 4-5 star rating. If you don't, it explains the 1-2 star ratings.

Great crimper , good value , comfortable grip I've used these for 3 years now no issues

I got tired of using a cheap crimper that allowed smaller wires to pull out of the red-colored connectors. This thing double crimps each spot and worked very well. I found that for some cheap connectors if you strip the wire to double the length need for the connector, twist it well and fold it one time back over itself, it gives more "wire diameter" to bite on and will not pull out. I used mine on the setting it came on and did not have to adjust anything. Since there are no instructions, I'm unsure what that would accomplish anyway. I used this for automotive and motorcycle wiring and love it so far. The joint on the pliers has a force multiplier so it can exert more pressure than a single jointed plier. Plus it has a ratcheting grip so you can stop and put both hands on if you like and it doesn't release until it reached full crimp. It works just like a PEX crimper if you use one of them.

I cannot believe I didn't know this tool existed. I am almost 40 and I have been crimping stuff since I was a kid. This tool is a must have!!! I cannot say how the longevity will hold up with these, but so far they have been great, make the job WAAYYY easier and feel really sturdy and like a good quality tool. I have never taken a picture for a review, but I felt this tool was worthy. The one thing I do wish it had was the ability to let go. If you crimp in the wrong spot you have to finish compressing in order for the tool to release (unless there is something I missed about the tool). Overall, this tool makes crimping butt connectors and such so much easier than conventional crimpers and does an amazing job! If you do any kind of crimping, even if it is a one time job, you will not be wasting your money with this tool!

As I get older and have a greater appreciation for taking the time to do a job that will be done "forever". I have come to love these job specific tools. This crimper, like many others, have a die that makes 2 impressions on the connector instead of 1 like those on the end of a cheap stripper/crimper tool. They also have the benefit of fulcrum which compresses the connector with much less force, yet doesn't risk crushing it too much. When you have a bunch to do, it makes the job much easier to handle. I have thrown out all of my cheap "plastic" style insulator connectors that I used to have in favor of heat-shrink connectors that are available these days. I find that they not only have a better connection, I have yet to have to change one out. A lot of my work is done in a saltwater marine environment, and not having had one fail yet is a significant improvement over the cheap stuff. This crimper does a great job of not "cutting" through the somewhat more fragile heat shrink material. Don't leave home (for a wiring job) without it.

O produto é de boa qualidade excepcional, excelente eu garanto e recomendo

I recently purchased the Titan 11477 Ratcheting Wire Terminal Crimper and I must say, I am impressed with the product. The non-slip grip rubber handle makes it easy to hold and use, and the steel jaws are durable and can handle crimping a variety of wire sizes. The color-coded dots on the jaws make it easy to select the correct wire size for crimping, and the adjustable crimping compression allows for precise crimping. The ratcheting mechanism design with color-coded wire sizes, 10-22AWG, is a great feature that makes it easy to select the correct wire size. The double crimping die creates a secure crimp that resists pull-out, and the quick release lever frees the crimper jaws in any position and when double crimp is complete. It acts as a built-in safety measure that can open the handles whenever the tool is jammed or stuck. The bi-material handles feature an ergonomic design that offers a comfortable, secure grip. Overall, I found the Titan 11477 Ratcheting Wire Terminal Crimper to be a high-quality tool that is easy to use and produces reliable crimps. The adjustable crimping compression is also a great feature that allows for precise crimping. I did not find any major issues with the product. I would highly recommend the Titan 11477 Ratcheting Wire Terminal Crimper to anyone in need of a reliable wire terminal crimper.

Excellent product though more instructions on how to use it on the packaging would be nice.

I tried to read 1000 reviews before I purchased these and they are more than good enough quality for the motor trade or the Home DIY guy…. To be honest I cannot see what you would gain by spending £90 on something else in comparison to these. They are very well-made at a great price. You won’t buy another set.

Esta herramienta hace un crimpeado de muy alta calidad en terminales aisladas, tiene doble hilera de presión lo que hace un agarre superior sin deformar o pelar el aislante de la terminal, Totalmente satisfecho! Llegó muy rápido y en perfecto estado.