Description
The 615708 (M22520/1-01) is a premium military-grade manual hand crimp tool fully qualified to the active SAE AS22520/1-01 specification. Designed for high-reliability wire harness production, this standard-frame tool handles machined circular pin and socket contacts across wire sizes 20 through 12 AWG. It features an 8-indent selector mechanism and a controlled-cycle ratchet system to guarantee complete crimp execution. It serves as a direct equivalent to the industry-standard DMC AF8, ensuring seamless compatibility with standard turret heads and positioners.
| Manufacturer / Standard | Cross-Reference Part Number |
|---|---|
| Primary Brand OEM Part Number | 615708, AF8 |
| Active Governing Specification (Mil-Spec) | SAE AS22520/1-01 (formerly M22520/1-01 / MIL-DTL-22520/1) |
| National Stock Number (NSN) | 5120-00-165-3912, 5120-01-335-8571 |
| Connector Platform Standard | MIL-DTL-26482, MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-83723, SAE AS50151 (Formerly MIL-C-5015), standard circular and rectangular contact environments |
| Manufacturer Cross-References | DMC AF8, TE Connectivity 601967-1, Amphenol 227-943, 995-0001-585, 144-0000-910, 5120001653912, 5120-00-165-3912, L116-CR-005, TP201354, DCP.91.101V, 057-0461-11, 809 857, 809857, 809-857, CT-2, MS3191-4, MS3191-1, 22520-1-01 |
| Accommodated Wire Gauge Ranges | 12 AWG through 20 AWG (Standard circular pin and socket wire configurations) |
| Compatible Tool Components | Integrates with standard interchangeable turret heads (615709/TH1A, 615711/TH163, 616266/TH29 series) and single-position adapters |
| What’s Included | • Astro Tool 615708 Standard Crimp Tool Frame Assembly • (Turret heads, positioners, and gages sold separately) |
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