Ratcheting Crimper Frame
VDV200-010 - spec sheet
Warnings
- Use caution when tightening thumb-screws to prevent thread damage/stripping and hand-tighten only; do not over-tighten the thumb-screws. Over-tightening thumb-screws can damage the tool and/or die set.
- NOT insulated. Will NOT protect against electrical shock.
- Read carefully and understand instructions before using this tool.
- Always wear approved eye protection.
- Never use on or near live electrical circuits.
Features
- VDV211-038 (RG 58/59/62);VDV205-039 (Pin Terminal Insulated or Non-Insulated Ferrule AW12-22); VDV201-040 (RG58/59/62/174 Fiber Optic); VDV211-041 (RG58/59/62/6); VDV201-042 (RG174/179/Belden 8218 and Fiber Optic); VDV211-043 (RG8/11/174/179/213);
- Optional die sets available - VDV212-034 (CATV F-Connector RG59/6); VDV205-035 (Insulated Terminal AWG10-22); VDV205-036 (Non-Insulated Terminal or Open Barrel Terminal AWG10-20); VDV211-037 (RG6/58/59/62);
- Optional replacement thumb and Phillips screw set (VDV999-033) also available
- Thumb-screws secure die-sets for quick, easy changes
- Steel body with black-oxide finish for corrosion resistance and durability
- Optional, quick interchangeable die sets available
- Safety crimp release helps eliminate rejected terminations due to incorrect positioning
- Ratchet mechanism is designed to prevent the release of the connector prior to full compression
- Yellow and black grips enhance comfort, visibility, and allow quick identification
- VDV205-044 (Non-Insulated Terminal AWG8-18)
VDV200-010 - spec sheet
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Handle Color:
- Black/Yellow
- Overall Length:
- 8.75" (22.2 cm)
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Hand Tools
- Product Subgroup:
- Wire Strippers & Crimpers
- Product Height:
- 1.3500 in
- Product Weight:
- 1.1880 lbs
- Product Width:
- 4.2750 in
- Product Depth:
- 8.7500 in
- Product Type:
- Crimper
Klein Tools VDV200-010 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Which die set do I need to crimp RG6 coax for CATV drops?
For RG6 you have a few choices on the VDV200-010 frame: VDV212-034 covers CATV F-connectors on RG59/6, VDV211-037 covers RG6/58/59/62, and VDV211-041 covers RG58/59/62/6. If the job is F-connectors on a cable TV or satellite drop, the VDV212-034 is the one built for that.
2) Is the Klein VDV200-010 crimper insulated for live electrical work?
No. The VDV200-010 is NOT insulated and will not protect against electrical shock. Klein's own warning is to never use it on or near live circuits. De-energize first, and wear approved eye protection when crimping.
3) Will the ratchet let go before the connector is fully crimped?
No. The ratchet mechanism on this Klein crimper frame is built to hold the jaws closed until full compression is reached, which is what keeps a partial crimp from passing as a good one. There's also a safety crimp release for backing out of a termination where the connector sat in the die wrong, instead of scrapping it.
4) I stripped the thumb-screws on my Klein ratcheting crimper frame. Can I just replace those?
Yes. Klein sells a replacement thumb and Phillips screw set, VDV999-033, for the VDV200-010 frame, so a stripped screw doesn't mean a new tool. Going forward, hand-tighten the thumb-screws only; over-tightening is what damages the threads and can harm the die set.
5) Can I crimp fiber optic connectors with this Klein frame?
Yes, with the right die. VDV201-040 covers RG58/59/62/174 plus fiber optic, and VDV201-042 covers RG174/179/Belden 8218 and fiber optic. Both mount to the VDV200-010 frame.
6) How big and heavy is the VDV200-010 crimper for a tool pouch?
It's 8.75 inches (22.2 cm) overall, 4.275 inches across and 1.35 inches thick, at 1.188 lbs. That's a one-hand frame that drops into a standard pouch, and the yellow and black grips make it easy to pick out of a bag of tools.
7) Will this crimper hold up in a damp mechanical room or on a truck?
The frame is steel with a black-oxide finish for corrosion resistance, so it takes service-vehicle and mechanical-room conditions better than a bare steel body. It is a hand tool, not a sealed instrument, so keep it dry when you can.
8) What is the Klein part number to order just the crimper frame?
Order Klein Tools VDV200-010. That is the ratcheting crimper frame on its own, one configuration, no dies included.
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