Tri-Star Technologies is at the forefront of automating the crimping process. Our crimpers range from handheld, FOD-safe devices, to automatic crimping machines capable of 1,800 crimps each hour.

For high volume, low variability crimping needs, we have our “X” series – for shouldered, or shoulder-less contacts, a vibratory bowl system capable of crimping every 2 seconds. The TAC X Series is comprised of fully automatic crimpers featuring wire-triggered operation. This device can accommodate up to 1,800 crimps every hour and has built-in quality control to prevent bird caging. The X Series accepts AWG wire from 16–26 and has several safety protocols built in, including an automatic shutdown in case of malfunction.

For our customers with lower volume, high variability needs we offer the PORTA-TAC: a revolutionary magazine system capable of “plug-and-play” to swap out contact in under a minute. Featuring quick, simple tool changeovers and PLC-controlled functions, it’s easy to see why the PORTA-TAC wire crimping machine is changing the world of crimping. Whether you need a machine built for speed to be your first-end crimper or want an automatic crimp tool with fast changeover capability to be your second-end unit, the PORTA-TAC is for you.

For crimps that require a more personal touch in hard-to-reach places, our CR-36 adapted to standard Daniels DMC toolset allows for a FOD-free crimp of 36 contacts. Never stop work to search for lost contacts again. The TST-CR36 uses a preloaded cartridge with multiple contacts. This decreases setup time and allows for easy switches as you go. It’s completely portable and works with any wire size from 16–26 AWG. This crimper also comes with built-in crimp positioners and can work in any orientation you can think of, from horizontal to vertical—even upside down.

All our tools utilize indenters that meet the Mil-C-M22520 specification, and have built-in quality control.