Pliers-style crimpers manually squeeze their jaws around wire connectors and terminals. They are typically used for low-volume crimping jobs that don't require the repeatable results of a controlled-cycle crimper.

The controlled-cycle mechanism of these wire connector and terminal crimpers ratchets the jaws, crimping to a preset depth and applying pressure evenly for repeatable results without overcrimping. Also known as full-cycle crimpers, they release the jaws after each crimping cycle. They form stronger, more uniform crimps than crimping pliers.

Kits include a crimping tool and an assortment of interchangeable dies to apply different types of connectors, terminals, and disconnects on a range of wire sizes.