Let's start with the explanation of the meaning of the word crimp ? We believe so, because unless you are an electrician or understand the subject, you will have no idea that crimping is the crushing operation by which an electrical cable is connected to a termination or connector, creating a contact. electric.

Crimping, precisely because of this characteristic, is often compared to welding and, to be put into practice, involves the use of crimping pliers , more or less large, more or less professional, depending on the final work to be obtained.

Today the technology offers different types of crimping pliers, including the professional steel one you see in the picture and which uses a pass-through technology thanks to which the cable enters the plug easily and minimizes wiring errors making the whole procedure much faster.

A curiosity? Crimping pliers are also used by jewelers when they have to solder two ends of a piece of jewelry, be it a necklace or a bracelet.

In short, it is an accessory to keep in an electrician's toolbox, but also for those who delight in DIY.