Deutsch DTM 04-3 P 16739 DTM 04-3 P Information Guide

A STEP AHEAD

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Deutsch Tooling

Step 1:
Cycle the tool to release ratchet and open tool. Lift the 
locator gate, and place the contact into the correct die nest. 
Adjust alignment of crimp wings to ensure capture by crimp 
jaws.

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Step 2:
Partially close the tool until 
the contact is held in place.

Step 3:
Insert the prestripped wire 
into the crimp area of the 
contact.

Step 4:
Close the tool until the 
ratchet releases. The ratchet 
is released when a loud 
click is heard and crimp is 
complete.

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Step 1:
Cycle handles to release 
ratchet and fully open crimp 
jaws. Pull out insulation 
selector and push into 
proper diameter using the 
chart below.

Step 2:
1. Insert contact into locator. Adjust alignment and width of 
crimp wings if necessary to ensure capture by crimp jaws.

2. Insert stripped wire into the contact. Close crimp tool until 
full-cycle ratchet control releases. 

Wire Type Insulation Selector

10 TXL

.150-.170

10 GXL

.160-.180

10 SXL

.170-.205

5.0 mm

2

.160-.180

6.0 mm

2

.170-.205

Insulation diameters

Insulation
selector

Proper
contact
position,
front view

Proper
contact
position,
side view