Crimping Tool Handle Storage for Interchangeable Clamping Parts
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional crimping tools have limited aperture sizes and require users to carry multiple interchangeable dies, leading to inconvenience and potential loss.
Innovation Solution
A crimping tool with storage in each handle that accommodates multiple replacement clamping parts, allowing for easy on-site replacement and secure storage, eliminating the need for separate handling.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple interchangeable dies are provided for different terminal specifications, then the crimping tool can accommodate various terminal types, but users must carry multiple separate dies which is inconvenient and prone to loss
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple interchangeable dies into a single organized storage structure attached to the crimping tool. The storage structure consolidates multiple dies that would otherwise need to be carried separately, making them all accessible from one location on the tool itself.
Solution Approach 2:
The storage structure serves multiple functions: it stores multiple different dies, provides organized access to each die type, and attaches to the crimping tool as an integrated system. This multi-functional design eliminates the need for separate carrying cases or containers.
2Adaptability or versatility
If interchangeable dies are provided for different terminal specifications, then various terminal types can be crimped, but the dies must be carried separately which increases the risk of loss
Solution Approach 1:
The storage structure merges multiple dies into a single integrated unit that is physically attached to the crimping tool. This combination ensures that all necessary dies remain together with the tool and cannot be lost separately.
Solution Approach 2:
The storage structure is designed to nest multiple dies within its compartments, with each die securely positioned in its own designated space. The nested arrangement prevents dies from becoming separated or lost during transport and use.
3Ease of operation
If multiple replacement clamping parts are integrated into the handle storage, then die replacement becomes convenient and secure, but the handle structure becomes more complex
Solution Approach 1:
The handle storage is segmented into multiple compartments, each designed to hold a specific die. This segmentation allows for organized storage and easy identification of different die types, making replacement convenient despite the added structural elements.
Solution Approach 2:
The storage structure is pre-configured with compartments and positioning features that guide die placement and removal. This preliminary arrangement of storage spaces ensures that die replacement can be performed quickly and easily without requiring complex manipulation during the replacement process.
Data Source
AI summary
A crimping tool includes a tool body including a clamping section and a handle section which is pivotably connected to the clamping section at a pivot section. The handle section has multiple accommodating slots, and each accommodating slot of the handle section has a corresponding slot opening. At least one positioning unit is located in each accommodating slot and includes a block. One of two ends of the block that faces an inner bottom of the accommodating slot has a positioning assembly. Multiple replacement clamping parts are movably located within each accommodating slot and respectively engaged with each block of the limiting assemblies. When the replacement clamping parts are removed from the accommodating slots, each replacement clamping part is assembled to the clamping section. This allows crimping operations for terminals of different specifications and sizes, making the process both convenient and time-saving.