As wire sizes increase, so do the challenges. Crimping ferrules on #12, #10, and #8 AWG conductors require more force, better alignment, and far less tolerance for error. This is where many manual tools and even some automated systems, begin to fall short.
The MC40-L wire ferrule crimping machine, by GLW, is designed specifically to handle these larger wire sizes with consistency and control. By automating both the strip and crimp process, the MC40-L delivers uniform results on heavier conductors where repeatability matters most.
From an Engineering perspective, properly crimped ferrules on larger wires are critical for maintaining low contact resistance and long-term connection integrity in terminal blocks and other components. The MC40-L ensures ferrules are fully seated and crimped in the correct geometry, reducing the risk of loose connections, strand damage, or conductor fatigue.
For Manufacturing and Operations teams, the benefit is equally clear. Larger wire sizes are slower and more physically demanding to prepare by hand. Automating this process improves throughput, reduces operator fatigue, and removes variability between shifts and operators.
When panel designs demand #12, #10, or #8 AWG wiring, look to American Electrical, Inc., (AEI) to supply you with the MC 40L.
