⭐ OVERVIEW
The Astro Tool Corp 615717 is the OEM-manufactured, MIL-SPEC-qualified equivalent to the DMC AFM8 (M22520/2-01). This tool is used worldwide in aerospace, defense, avionics, and high-reliability wiring applications for crimping size 20–28 machined contacts.

Astro Tool Corp is one of the original manufacturers of MIL-SPEC crimp tools — trusted by Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, NASA contractors, and major harness shops. This is a brand-new, factory-fresh, genuine Astro Tool Corp tool — never refurbished, never imported, never used.

⭐ WHY OUR PRICE IS LOWER
Connector Tooling LLC leverages strategic purchasing and long-standing supplier relationships to offer OEM tools at significantly better pricing than DMC — without sacrificing quality.

⭐ SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer: Astro Tool Corp
Model: 615717
MIL-SPEC: M22520/2-01
Equivalent To: DMC AFM8
Crimp Type: 8-indent, full-cycle ratcheting
Wire Sizes: 20–32 AWG machined contacts
Applications: MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-26482, ARINC, and other aerospace/defense connector families
Condition: Brand-new, factory-fresh
Warranty: OEM warranty included

⭐ CROSS‑REFERENCE PART NUMBERS
AFM8, M22520/2‑01, 357‑100, 359‑8102‑010, 4191505‑2, TC2963, TC1652, 995‑0002‑293, 8476‑01, 995‑0001‑584, 057‑0463‑12, CT‑1, 809‑015, 601966‑1

⭐ WHAT’S INCLUDED
• 615717 Crimp Tool (M22520/2-01)
• Protective packaging
• OEM documentation
• Positioners sold separately

⭐ COUNTERFEIT WARNING
The AFM8 is one of the most counterfeited tools in the wiring industry. Connector Tooling LLC sells only genuine Astro Tool Corp tools — never used, never refurbished, never imported.

⭐ ASTRO TOOL CORP VS. DMC
Both Astro and DMC manufacture tools that meet the same MIL-SPEC (M22520/2-01). Both are approved for aerospace and defense use.
Performance: Identical
Crimp geometry: Identical
MIL-SPEC qualification: Identical
Durability: Identical
Price: Astro is lower because they do not carry DMC’s branding overhead.

⭐ WHO USES THIS TOOL
• Aerospace harness shops
• Defense contractors
• Avionics technicians
• MRO facilities
• Military wiring depots
• High-reliability electronics manufacturers
• Space and satellite integrators

⭐ WHY BUY FROM CONNECTOR TOOLING LLC
• Texas-based, family-owned SDWVOSB (Service-Disabled Woman Veteran-Owned Small Business)
• 42 years hands-on experience with Astro, Daniels, and MIL-SPEC tooling
• Strategic purchasing and long-standing supplier relationships allow us to offer OEM tools at significantly better pricing than DMC — without sacrificing quality
• Fast shipping — same-day on in-stock items
• Real technical support
• We stock what others drop-ship

⭐ NEED HELP CHOOSING THE RIGHT POSITIONER?
Call us: (817) 309-6900 or email us sales@connectortooling.com
Tell us your connector or contact part number — we’ll match the correct positioner instantly.

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