APPLICATORSPREMIUM QUALITY MANUFACTURING
OF CRIMP CONNECTIONSPREMIUM QUALITY MANUFACTURING
OF CRIMP CONNECTIONS
Selecting the Applicator for Your Requirements

SELECTION GUIDEOCEAN Applicator 2.0 - Mechanical• Wire range: 0.13 - 6.00 mm2

FLEXIBILITY• Applicable for 90% of standard terminals• Available in Atlantic (w/male adapter) style formats tohandle multiple press styles

VALUE• Designed to handle the smallest terminals

PNEUMATIC POWER• Robust crimp height adjustment ring
• Optimized crimper and anvil geometry

CYCLE COUNTSSAFETY

OCEAN Applicator 2.0 - Pneumatic• Wire range: 0.13 - 6.00 mm2• Compact air feed design for easier fit into most benchpresses• Applicable for 90% of standard terminals• Available in Atlantic (w/male adapter) style formats tohandle multiple press styles• Designed to handle the smallest terminals• Robust crimp height adjustment ring
• Optimized crimper and anvil geometry• Intuitive adjustments on the airfeed

Large Wire

Splice• Wire range: 25.0– 50.0 mm2• Fine adjustment• Press stroke: 40.0 mm• Shut height: 135.78 mm• Wire range: 0.5 – 25 mm2• Fine adjustment• Press stroke: 40.0 mm• Shut height: 135.78 mm• Side feed splice terminals up to45.0 mm

Center Line & Applicator
Alignment Gauges

Mid Size• Ideal instrument to assure• Wire range: > 6.00 mm2– 25.0 mm2• Can fit on presses that accept
traditional applicators• Robust casting frames2

correct positioning of all TEapplicators• Compatible with TE &commercially available crimping
presses, using quick changes
style applicators

TE CONNECTIVITY / APPLICATION TOOLING / APPLICATORSCollars• Designed to protect applicators from unwanted motion and damage during transport• Available in three colors to help differentiate between active and inactive applicators

OCEAN 2.0 Applicator Facts and Features
Robust fine adjust wire crimp height with rangeof 1.5 mm in increments of 0.01 mm
Black nitriding for corrosion
resistance, strength anddurability

Chrome plated ram for improved
lubricity, corrosion resistance,
and wear

Large insulation crimp heightadjustment range

State-of-the-art crimper manufacturing
for even tighter tolerances

Precision machined strip
guide customized for eachterminal application

Adjustable strip guide for precise
placement
Crimp Features– bell-mouth– cut-off– bend up / down

Spring loaded terminaldrag designed for easyloading/unloading

Spare Tooling: Chrome plating, specialized materials,
precision tolerances, and mirrored surface finishes yield
up to a 30 % customer reported increase in tooling life

DID YOU KNOW...
• Most lead makers are only producing leads 60 % of the time
• Applicators are a decisive criterion for machine efficiency• Terminal feeding issues are the most common adjustment• OCEAN applicators provide• 60 % improved ram/housing alignment• 50 % faster set-up and adjustment times• 30 % customer reported tooling life increase
Easy, predictable and precise adjustments

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TE CONNECTIVITY / APPLICATION TOOLING / APPLICATORSChoosing an Applicator
OCEAN 2.0 Applicator SeriesWith the knowledge and experience of over a half century designing and manufacturing applicators and tooling,
TE Connectivity (TE) has taken terminal crimping to a new level. Using the proven OCEAN applicator platform as a base,
TE has developed the latest wave in applicator technology...the OCEAN 2.0 Applicator. TE has listened to customer input andmarket demands to innovate and improve the popular OCEAN applicator to be more robust, faster to install/adjust and evenmore accurate.
The lead and harness industry of today is more price and quality competitive than ever before. Crimping standards continue
to be raised to higher levels of quality and repeatability. The industry continues to expect more from application tooling.
The new OCEAN 2.0 applicator series was designed specifically to exceed the requirements of today and meet the demandsof tomorrow.
By consolidating our applicator offering to this latest OCEAN 2.0 applicator platform, TE can provide design consistency andtooling standardization to the market. One of the major benefits to the customer is offering the ultimate in flexibility with a choiceof feeding options; new and improved mechanical and pneumatic feed options.
One Applicator Platform – Modular Family Design• 2 feed options – Mechanical & Pneumatic• Same feed units can be used on Side-Feed and End-Feed style applicators• All units can be easily removed and interchanged for upgrades if desiredAtlantic-Style

Mechanical Feed

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Pneumatic Feed

TE CONNECTIVITY / APPLICATION TOOLING / APPLICATORSChoosing an ApplicatorStandard Features on all OCEAN 2.0 Applicators
One of the major design goals of the OCEAN 2.0 applicator series was increased flexibility. By giving the applicator the ability toflex between different terminator configurations it allows customers to quickly adapt their applicators to whatever configuration isneeded. All parts to reconfigure the applicator are included and attachable to the unit for safe storage and quick access.
As standard equipment the latest applicator will have all the accessories needed to switch between 30 and 40 mm stroke
terminators, pre-feed and post-feed cam configurations and cut and no-cut carrier options. The wire stop / wire stripper canalso be easily adjusted for the desired application, and a mechanical counter is included for tracking cycle counts. The applicator
comes with all parts needed to configure it to any terminating method that is acceptable to the application.
• Pre-feed and post-feed cams
• Cut and no-cut carrier options• Adjustable terminal stripper• Adjustable spring-loaded terminal hold down
• Mechanical counter• Fine adjust crimp height mechanisms
OCEAN Applicator Part Number System
Because so many features have been added to the applicator the part numbering system used to identify the applicators can be
simplified significantly. Now, when ordering an applicator the customer will only need to identify what style and feed type theyrequire.

OCEAN
Description
Applicator Style

Part Number Scheme

Mechanical Feedxxxxxxx-1

Air Feedxxxxxxx-2

Atlantic Air Feed with sensors & no valve assembly

3-xxxxxxx-2

Atlantic Mechanical feed for Bench Strip-seal terminators

5-xxxxxxx-1

Atlantic Air feed for Bench Strip-seal terminators

5-xxxxxxx-2

Spare Parts Kit

7-xxxxxxx-7

Atlantic Style* Non-crimp height adjust applicator is designed to run in a terminator with system Iii crimp height adjust technology.
*** Part number example.
Spare Part Kits have been designed to be used on all styles of OCEAN applicators with pneumatic feed.

5TE CONNECTIVITY / APPLICATION TOOLING / APPLICATORSOCEAN Applicator Facts and Features
Two Terminal Feed Options
Mechanical Feed

Standard Features

Advantages

The cam/follower design produces
repeatable feed in the industry.
Independent forward/backward
adjustment.

• Significantly improved repeatability• Precise and repeatable terminal
position over the anvil• Same feed module for side feed andend feed
• Single tool adjustments• Independent forward and backstroke adjustment• Infinite micro feed adjustment
increments 1 revolution = 0.7 mm

Cam
follower

Feed camPneumatic Feed

Standard Features

Advantages

Independent forward/backward
adjustments, independent flow controls,
repeatable feed.

• Single tool or tool-less adjustments• Independent forward and back strokeadjustment• Same feed module for side feed and• Adjustable speed actuationend feed• Independent forward & backadjustments• Self actuating• Micro feed adjusted incrementallywith steps 0.04 mm forward terminal
position• Single piece piston and rod assembly• Single or tool-less adjustment• Internal exhaust valves• Maximum feed length: 48.25 mm

Smaller air feed design on the OCEAN 2.0
Applicator fits into more terminators

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TE CONNECTIVITY / APPLICATION TOOLING / APPLICATORSOCEAN 2.0 Applicator – Redesigned from the Bottom Up
The OCEAN 2.0 applicator series includes several new features to aid in reliability and repeatable performance. To help prevent
misalignment and during installation, the OCEAN 2.0 design includes a pinned baseplate.
Standardization of adjustment and mounting screws reduces the number of tools needed to install and/or adjust an applicator.
The OCEAN 2.0 line has been designed to reduce the number of unique tools needed to service, thereby shortening downtime andimproving upon TE’s already impressive quick install rate.

Standard Socket – Head cap
screw anvil mounting

Pinned baseplate design
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TE CONNECTIVITY / APPLICATION TOOLING / APPLICATORSOCEAN 2.0 Applicator – Small Wire Crimping 0.22 mm2 / 24 AWG
Applicators for small wire sizes
Today’s miniaturized terminals demand a high quality applicatorin order to meet the requirements of crimp specifications withvery small tolerances. The TE OCEAN 2.0 applicator, with its
improved ram alignment, fine adjust crimp height control andother enhancements is well suited to meet these requirements.
We have even more features for those applications running
small wire sizes (terminals for wire sizes below 0.35 mm2(22 AWG). These features focus on the location control of thecrimper and anvil along the axis of the terminal wire barrel.
We were able to better control this location by changing themethod in which we mount the anvil to the base plate in theapplicator. This increased control allows the crimped terminal
to more consistently meet the specification requirements forbell-mouth and cutoff tabs, which are commonly controlledwith very small tolerances. Miniaturization of the connectors
places higher demands on the processing machines.

Especially the crimp applicator has to fulfill highrequirements:• High mechanical precision• Repetition accuracy of the terminal feeding system• Low friction of the ram
Wire Size 0,13 mm2 with miniaturized terminal

OCEAN applicator for small terminal is designed to improve the repeatability of the anvil location relative to the ram. This isaccomplished by tighter tolerances on several components, special anvil, modified base-plate and a customize shoulder screw
to accurately locate the anvil. All other components (including ram and housing) are normal ocean parts.

Terminal hold-down designed
specific to terminal bodyInsulation crimp adjustment
increments to match that of reduced
cable insulation range

Pneumatic feed

Touch Tooling:– Crimper and ram reduced
clearance (closer fitting)– No crimper spacer minimize
tooling stack tolerance build-up– Shear depressor mount onunderside of ram (constantremount height)
Terminal strip guide assembly
requiring 75 % less set-up andadjustment

Closer fitting terminal dragTerminal strip guide assembly:– Closer fitting relative to applicator base plate– Finer bell-mouth / cut-off tab adjustment– Increased strip guide assembly to applicator base plate engagement– Reduced clearance between terminal stock thickness and guide plateAnvil:– Location by close tolerance
shoulder screw– Reducing need to adjust terminal
strip guide– Repeat position- Frontal bell-mouth lock and adjustment

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Effective Crimp Performance
Detachable Lubricator Assembly
It is easy to overlook, but routine greasing can be a factor in
reducing production downtime. Checking tooling – inspecting
crimpers and anvils – before they break also will support
production continuity.
Just as with any machinery, lubrication of the applicator
reduces wear and even protects against corrosion.
Specific use of contact lubricant on terminals prevents thefriction that can lead to sticking in the crimper, bent terminals,and premature crimper wear.
• Assembly for side feed and end feed versions are available• Simple attachment• Broad wick and variable adjustments for complete terminal
coverage• Clear composite shell for easy viewing of lubricant levels

Description

Part NumberSide feed assembly

2119955-1

End feed assembly

2119955-2

Transporting Applicators Safely
Although applicators are manufactured to withstand the impactof crimping, crimpers and anvils must not contact each other.
Such contact can scrape the plating or the crimping surface,causing a friction point. Friction points can form metal buildup,
ultimately causing reject crimps and even tool breakage.
This problem is easily avoided. Always leave a terminal in thecrimp tooling when moving the applicator from one location
to another.
This allows the terminal to receive any possible contact andprotects the tooling. The collar protects the applicator fromunwanted motions and damages.

Description

Part Number

Collar orange – standard TE
color delivered withthe applicator

2119783-1

Collar red – order separately

2119783-2

Collar green – order separately

2119783-3

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Effective Crimp Performance
OCEAN applicators are dedicated to providing high quality
crimp connections to meet corresponding specifications.

Side Feed Applicatorwith Gauge built in

End Feed Applicatorwith Gauge built in

OCEAN applicator gauges ensure the correct applicatoralignment to produce high quality crimp connections.

Description

Part Number

OCEAN Applicator Gauge, Side Feed

2161422-2

OCEAN Applicator Gauge, End Feed

2161422-3

End Feed Applicator
Gauge

Side Feed Applicator
Gauge

GaugesCompatible with TE Connectivity and commercially available
crimping presses, using quick changes style applicators.
Applicator Gauge
Ideal instrument to assure correct positioning of all
TE applicators• Connectivity applicators• Simple installation and use

Description

Part Number

Applicator Gauge Kit, Crimp Machines528440-510

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Selecting an Applicator Online
A convenient lookup function on the TE website will guide
you through applicator selection and provide access to allnecessary documents and drawings.

If you do not find an applicator to meet your requirements,
please refer to www.te.com/support-center

www.te.com/usa-en/products/application-tooling/mini-applicator-parts-search.html

928999-1

Click on an
applicator PN.

Enter a terminal PN.

21514932151493-1

Enter a complete
applicator PN aslisted below.

Click on a pdf and open
customer drawing withcrimp data or further
documentation.

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Selecting Replaceable Tooling Online
Only by the use of genuine TE Connectivity tooling can you be
assured of a long-lasting tool life and very reliable production.
The design, materials, and manufacturing quality of TE toolingtranslate directly into fewer rejects, fewer breakdowns andinterruptions.

To determine the tooling part number for a specific applicator,
simply set your web browser to Enter the applicator partnumber, and click on Search Parts. The part numbers ofreplaceable tooling will be displayed.
The same lookup allows you to enter the part number of acrimper and find out what applicators is suitable for it.

www.te.com/global-en/products/application-tooling/applicator-spare-parts-search.html

12151493

2Enter an applicator PN
without dash numbers.

A list of all applicator
PNs where the sparepart used will be shown.

3

1-1338690-2

Select a spare part
PN and return to theprevious screen.

4Enter your spare part
PN and click on thebutton Search Parts.

A complete applicator
overview using thisPN is shown.

https://www.te.com/commerce/DocumentDelivery/DDEController

2151493-2

114-1802212

Enter a TE part numberand click on the searchbutton.

Enter a document
number and click onthe search button.

A list with documents
and drawings relating
to this PN is shown.

The relevant document
is shown.

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