What is a Crimp Sleeve?
There are several methods of connecting wiring together to both maintain electrical flow, and to provide a permanently connected wire joint, such as a pigtail. One of the most effective is a crimp sleeve, also known as a crimp sleeve connector. Crimp sleeves can be used to connect the same or different gauges, or diameters, of wire; they can be insulated or non-insulated, and they can be designated for various types of wiring, copper, aluminum, etc. Basically, a crimp sleeve is a cylindrical metallic part, resembling a thimble that’s open at both ends. Bare, uninsulated wires of the same or varying gauges are inserted at the flared end, and crimped together. The crimping results in a fast connection that will not easily pull apart. If the wiring is for a pigtail, it is often twisted together, though many time this isn’t recommended. The easiest way to crimp the sleeve is with a crimping tool. These tools resemble pliers, but are sized for the particular sleeve, and often contain wire s
