--- product_id: 157984691 title: "Klein Tools 3005CR Wire Crimper Tool, Ratcheting Insulated Terminal Crimper for 10 to 22 AWG Wire" brand: "klein tools" price: "VT15471" currency: VUV in_stock: true category: "Klein Tools" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/157984691-klein-tools-3005cr-wire-crimper-tool-ratcheting-insulated-terminal-crimper store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Adjustable compound lever for max power 3 crimping cavities (10-22 AWG) Built-in ratchet for full-cycle crimps Klein Tools 3005CR Wire Crimper Tool, Ratcheting Insulated Terminal Crimper for 10 to 22 AWG Wire **Brand:** klein tools **Price:** VT15471 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Crimp Like a Pro, Every Time! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Klein Tools 3005CR Wire Crimper Tool, Ratcheting Insulated Terminal Crimper for 10 to 22 AWG Wire by klein tools - **How much does it cost?** VT15471 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/157984691-klein-tools-3005cr-wire-crimper-tool-ratcheting-insulated-terminal-crimper) ## Best For - klein tools enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted klein tools brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Power-Packed Leverage:** Adjustable compound action design multiplies your hand strength for effortless, professional-grade crimps. - • **Ergonomic Comfort Grip:** Dual-material molded handles reduce fatigue during extended use, keeping you in control and comfortable. - • **Ratcheting Reliability:** Full-cycle ratchet mechanism guarantees consistent, uniform crimps every single time—no guesswork. - • **Built to Last & Trusted:** Crafted from premium steel with 160+ years of Klein Tools heritage—durability that professionals swear by. - • **Triple-Cavity Precision:** Color-coded 3-size crimping for versatile wire gauges (10-22 AWG) ensures you’re ready for any job. ## Overview The Klein Tools 3005CR Wire Crimper is a ratcheting, insulated terminal crimper designed for 10-22 AWG stranded copper wire. Featuring three color-coded crimping cavities, an adjustable compound lever for enhanced power, and a built-in ratchet for consistent crimps, this tool combines precision, comfort, and durability. Trusted by professionals for over 160 years, it’s engineered to deliver reliable, uniform crimps with reduced hand fatigue, making it an essential tool for electrical, automotive, and DIY wiring projects. ## Description The full-cycle Ratcheting Crimper crimps 10-22 AWG insulated wire terminals. This tool features three crimping cavities in one tool with color-coded wire markings for three size ranges of insulated terminals. Crimper design provides low effort to crimp while maintaining a high terminal pull-off force. Built-in ratchet ensures full-cycle crimping for a uniform crimp every time. Compound lever-action of narrow-span handles puts more crimping power into each squeeze. Comfort grips help reduce hand fatigue. For more than 160 years, Klein Tools has manufactured premium-quality, professional-grade hand tools that deliver the performance, durability and precision needed to get the job done right. Our family of engineers, workers and craftsman continue to put six generations of expertise into every tool we create by using only the highest quality materials, superior workmanship, and keeping manufacturing as close to home as we can. Klein isn't just the name of our company, it's also our family name. And since we're an American company that's family-owned and family-run, you know you can count on us to be here tomorrow. Klein Tools doesn't just make great products, we make great products that stand up to the demands of the professionals who use them every day ... Since 1857. ## Features - Crimps insulated terminals onto 10-22 AWG stranded copper wire - Adjustable compound action design puts more crimping power into each squeeze - Three crimping cavities in one tool: 22–16 AWG (Red), 16–14 AWG (Blue) and 12–10 AWG (Yellow) terminals - Built-in ratchet ensures full-cycle crimping for a uniform crimp every time - Unique cavity design provides consistent crimp from either side of the tool - Dial adjusts the amount of force applied to the crimp - Dual-material molded grips provide added comfort ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07WMB61J5 | | Best Sellers Rank | #4,061 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #8 in Crimpers | | Brand Name | KLEIN TOOLS | | Color | Red and Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (6,452) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00092644344008 | | Grip Type | Ergonomic | | Handle Material | Plastic | | Handle Type | Ergonomic | | Included Components | Ratcheting Crimper, 10-22 AWG | | Item Dimensions L x W | 9"L x 3"W | | Item Type Name | Ratcheting Crimpers | | Item Weight | 1.3 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Klein Tools | | Manufacturer Part Number | 3005CR | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer | | Model Number | 3005CR | | Set Name | Three Cavity Set | | Size | One Size | | Specific Uses For Product | Electrical wiring, DIY projects, professional use, automotive work, home improvement tasks | | UPC | 092644344008 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** KLEIN TOOLS - **Color:** Red and Black - **Handle Material:** Plastic - **Item Weight:** 1.3 Pounds - **Product Dimensions:** 9"L x 3"W ## Images ![Klein Tools 3005CR Wire Crimper Tool, Ratcheting Insulated Terminal Crimper for 10 to 22 AWG Wire - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zHePp++rL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Would this work with molex automotive connectors? say molex 1326030-2** A: The crimp tool is CORRECT, but the CRIMP DIES it comes with are not. As others have stated, it comes with dies for insulated barrel connectors. I have not found this crimper to be sold with the open barrel connector dies but you can buy them separately. The correct Klein Tools VDV205-036 Wire Crimper Die, Terminal, Open Barrel, AWG 10-20, Replacement Die set is currently sold on Amazon as well. **Q: Anyone know if this could be used on a 10 AWG copper cable lug like the type used on batteries?** A: These crimpers are rated for up to 10 AWG, will absolutely work for that size wire. Most automotive battery main cables are MUCH larger than 10awg, more like 6awg - 2awg, and these would NOT WORK for those sizes. 10awg - 22awg is the capacity range. **Q: What is the thickness of the dies/gap for them to slide into the tool? Standard is 4mm, looking for one that fits 5mm wide dies.** A: I have been working in electronics for 50 years and still not clear. But might I suggest you either buy the crimping tool and if it doesn't suite your needs, simply return it. Or you could check the Klein Tools website yourself for detailed drawings. **Q: The ad clearly says for "stranded copper wire", but the photos also clearly show crimping on solid wire. Does it work correctly on both wire types** A: I recently was installing a TV antenna. Code requires that external antennas be grounded with #10 or larger copper wire (or some other alternatives). So I used #10 solid copper wire. With one of those combination wire strippers, screw cutters, crimpers things, and squeezing as hard as I could, I could not get the crimp tight enough to keep the wire from sliding out. So I tried the Klein 3005CR. I saw that it was for stranded only, and was worried, but decided to give it a try anyway with the solid wire. It worked absolutely perfectly. ## Frequently Bought Together - Klein Tools 3005CR Wire Crimper Tool, Ratcheting Insulated Terminal Crimper for 10 to 22 AWG Wire - Klein Tools 11063W Wire Cutter / Stripper, Heavy Duty Automatic Tool for 8-20 AWG Solid and 10-22 AWG Stranded Electrical Wire - Klein Tools 34056 Ferrule Crimping Tool, Hex Crimper Pliers for 10 to 22 AWG Wire Terminals, Built-In Adjustable Ratchet, for Electrical Work --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/157984691-klein-tools-3005cr-wire-crimper-tool-ratcheting-insulated-terminal-crimper](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/157984691-klein-tools-3005cr-wire-crimper-tool-ratcheting-insulated-terminal-crimper) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-03*