The box joint is what really sets these apart form cheaper crimpers—it gives you that solid, consistent presure instead of teh frame flexing under load, which basically means every crimp comes out the same which matters a lot when you're doing a whole panel and don't want to redo any connections.
We've been moving these for about three years now, and most buyers go with the standerd model because the 4Cr13 steel holds an edge surprisingly well for copper wire, even if you accidentally snip a steel screw or something—though obviously it's not meant for that, it's a crimper first.
The handle color is pretty much random unless you specify otherwise, so if you're ordering a hundred units or so for a crew, let us know if you want them all the same color or if mixing is fine, we usually have stock on red and blue but yellow can take an extra 20 days or so.
One thing people don't always think to ask about is the smooth clamping surfce—it's actually better than a knurled or textured jaw for insulated terminals because of that it won't tear the plastic sleeve, but you do lose a tiny bit of grip on bare copper lugs compared to a rougher finish, so keep that in mind if you're mostly doing uninsulated work.
For weight, 0.88 kg is about what you'd expect for a tool this solid, and the ABS handles are comfortable enough for a full day of wiring but they do get a little slick if your hands are sweaty—I'd recommend a quick wipe-down every few crimps if you're working in a hot attic or something.
Anyway, the MOQ is typically 50 pieces for this model, and our company can provide a COA for the steel composition if your buyer requires it, but the standard batch test is done on every production run anyway so it's not usually an issue.
Both materials are used in different parts of the pliers. The cutting edges and crimping surfaces are made from 60CRV for hardness, while the main body uses 4Cr13 for corrosion resistance.
We typically ask for a minimum of 100 pairs per order. If you need fewer, let us know your quantity and we can check stock availability.
Yes, we can issue a material test certificate for the 60CRV and 4Cr13 steel upon request. Just mention it when placing your order.
You can choose the handle color—red, blue, yellow, or green. We don't do random mixes unless you specify that.
For standard orders under 500 pairs, lead time is about 15-20 days. Larger quantities may take 25-30 days, depending on production schedule.