(a) Put the splice in the crimp tool.
(b) If the splice has a seam, align the seam opposite the indenter. Refer to Figure 127.
(c) Hold the splice in position with light pressure.
(d) Put the wire or wires in the splice. Refer to Figure 128.
Make sure that:
• The end of the conductor can be seen in the inspection hole
• The end of the conductor does not make an overlap with the wire stop
• The insulation of the wire is not in the crimp barrel
• For AWG 10 and smaller wire, the end of the wire insulation is a maximum of 0.13 inch
from the end of the crimp barrel
• For AWG 8 and larger wire, the end of the wire insulation is a maximum of 0.25 inch
from the end of the crimp barrel.
POSITION OF THE BUTT SPLICE IN THE CRIMP TOOL
Figure 127
ASSEMBLY OF SPLICES
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