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BASIC CRIMPING INSTRUCTIONS

3 step crimping instructions using standard crimping pliers

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Step 1: String a crimp tube and a clasp onto the wire.  String the wire back through the crimp tube.  Straighten the wires inside the crimp tube so that they lay side by side.

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Step 2: Using the “crimper” gently compress the crimp tube, creating a divot.

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Step 3: Using the “rounder” gently compress the crimp tube.  Turn and repeat until it creates a round shape.  Cut off the excess wire at the base of the crimp.

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