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Reddit mentions of Tool Aid SG SGT18980 Ratcheting Terminal Crimping Kit (Quick Change with 9 Die Sets)
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We found 3 Reddit mentions of Tool Aid SG SGT18980 Ratcheting Terminal Crimping Kit (Quick Change with 9 Die Sets). Here are the top ones.
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- Quick changing ratcheting tool with 9 die sets for most popular auto terminal crimping applications
- Quick and easy die set change with the press of a lever
- Ratcheting action ensures a perfect crimp every time
- Supplied in a durable blow molded case
Features:
Specs:
| Color | Factory |
| Height | 8.2 Inches |
| Length | 2.8 Inches |
| Size | One Size |
| Weight | 3.52 Pounds |
| Width | 12 Inches |
No worries, you've got a good mindset to learn and no time like the present.
I'll add that most swear by solder and heatshrink + electrical tape. This is nice once you're really acclimated but you'll likely end up reconnecting things several times as you tinker and expand. I'll list below my couple of absolute favorite things I've picked up over the years and why I bought it:
Ratcheting Wire Crimper-- Can't tell you how many crimps have failed just because I didn't apply enough force. The ratchet ensures you get that final click down.
And a pricier ratchet I invested in over time-- Nice because it's more modular but not needed.
Posi Twists and also Posi Taps-- These make for quick connections + testing. Various sizes available but I tend to get some that cover 14+, and another set for smaller gauges ~22+
Solder Seal Wire Connectors-- I started buying these in bulk recently because they're just stupidly easy to use and make a rather quick and solid connection. Soldering is another experience onto itself if you've never done it before. While I tend to do more circuit-board soldering than wire to wire, it's all relatively similar and you'll find certain products that you fancy more over time. The biggest thing I'd say here is to buy solder WITH lead. Can't tell you how much frustration I've had over shit solder, haha.
My most recent wire stripper-- I chose because it has the largest range of gauges and there's no internal spring that forces the stripper open. Having one tool to do 10awg all the way to 26 is pretty sweet.
After years of using Klein or Channelock one size crimpers and being disappointed with the results, I finally went and bought a ratcheting crimper kit with interchangeable dies. I've never looked back. They are a bit bulkier and more unwieldy than the one size fits all though. I've never had a crimped connection come loose with these which I can't say the same about the others.
If you don't want all the extra dies, you can find similar ratcheting crimpers for much much cheaper on Amazon.
I use this:
SG Tool Aid SGT18980
https://smile.amazon.com/Tool-Aid-SGT18980-Ratcheting-Terminal/dp/B008EW92LY/
I prefer ratcheting crimpers for consistency.