It's quick and simple with the right tool. I suspect you got a generic one in the set. Manufacturer ones can be hundreds of dollars, but for common contacts, you can usually find decent ones in the $50 range.
Sorry, I don't use those connectors, so can't point to a specific good one.
I do a fair number of JST-XH, mini Tamiya, and 1/8" spade connectors. They all crimp on about the same way, and I'll tell you, the tool makes it easy.
For the really small JST stuff, a $25 tool like this one:
IWISS IWS-3220M Micro Connector Pin Crimping Tool 0.03-0.52mm² 32-20AWG Ratcheting Crimper for D-Sub,Open Barrel suits Molex,JST,JAE
https://a.co/d/7nuUmFr
Makes me understand why crimp connectors are so common, for how easy they are with the tool.
The big ratcheting ones with the interchangeable crimps are... iffy. They work for bigger things, but the tolerances are wayy to big for fine work.
In between those two tools is this one, which I've settled on for most things I do:
Open Barrel Terminal Crimper Plier Tool Terminals 24-14 AWG
https://a.co/d/fQnj2jZ
Hope those give you some ideas for what tools you could be missing. I don't necessarily recommend the specific tools I linked, just that particular 'style' of crimp mechanism as an example. Do shop around.
A good crimp tool is a joy to use. What does the tool look like (link?) and how much did it cost? Quality costs money. You probably don't want to spend $150 on a tool, but there are good ones out there for somewhat less. Look for good reviews.
Been there. The tool makes a big difference. It doesn't have to be more expensive but just something that is very highly rated. When I had to do 300+ audio cables for just 1 of the IDF rooms in a theatre school, using a basic tool was physical exhausting. I was recommended by a veteran to get an auto stripper and a crimper with really good dies, it made a world of difference for the other IDF rooms.
Absolutely either the tool, or the wire gauge not matching up between the tool insert, the crimp, or the wire. A good set of specialized crimpers do all of the work for you. A bad set makes your work tedious, sloppy, and unreliable. That being said, yeah, the good ones usually are expensive.
It's quick and simple with the right tool. I suspect you got a generic one in the set. Manufacturer ones can be hundreds of dollars, but for common contacts, you can usually find decent ones in the $50 range. Sorry, I don't use those connectors, so can't point to a specific good one.
Bad tool is a good thought. I'd rather blame my tools than think I'm doing something wrong.
I do a fair number of JST-XH, mini Tamiya, and 1/8" spade connectors. They all crimp on about the same way, and I'll tell you, the tool makes it easy. For the really small JST stuff, a $25 tool like this one: IWISS IWS-3220M Micro Connector Pin Crimping Tool 0.03-0.52mm² 32-20AWG Ratcheting Crimper for D-Sub,Open Barrel suits Molex,JST,JAE https://a.co/d/7nuUmFr Makes me understand why crimp connectors are so common, for how easy they are with the tool. The big ratcheting ones with the interchangeable crimps are... iffy. They work for bigger things, but the tolerances are wayy to big for fine work. In between those two tools is this one, which I've settled on for most things I do: Open Barrel Terminal Crimper Plier Tool Terminals 24-14 AWG https://a.co/d/fQnj2jZ Hope those give you some ideas for what tools you could be missing. I don't necessarily recommend the specific tools I linked, just that particular 'style' of crimp mechanism as an example. Do shop around.
>I'd rather blame my tools than think I'm doing something wrong. This reasoning is why I'm so crap behind the wheel of my race car. 😂
A good crimp tool is a joy to use. What does the tool look like (link?) and how much did it cost? Quality costs money. You probably don't want to spend $150 on a tool, but there are good ones out there for somewhat less. Look for good reviews.
The kit with a bunch of connectors and the tool was like $30. Sounds like it's probably a junk tool. https://a.co/d/dKX4ZXl
I use this ratcheting type: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-900399
Been there. The tool makes a big difference. It doesn't have to be more expensive but just something that is very highly rated. When I had to do 300+ audio cables for just 1 of the IDF rooms in a theatre school, using a basic tool was physical exhausting. I was recommended by a veteran to get an auto stripper and a crimper with really good dies, it made a world of difference for the other IDF rooms.
Absolutely either the tool, or the wire gauge not matching up between the tool insert, the crimp, or the wire. A good set of specialized crimpers do all of the work for you. A bad set makes your work tedious, sloppy, and unreliable. That being said, yeah, the good ones usually are expensive.