When shopping for swagers, there are two common types available, hand-operated and battery-powered. Both are great swaging options, but there are considerations worth thinking about before making a purchase. Read more to learn about the two types of swagers and their capabilities.
Hand Swagers:
Battery Swagers:
Which is Right for You?
It depends. If you expect to have a lot of cables that need swaging and crimping or if you are constantly swaging one cable size, then you may want to consider a hand swager. If you are working on numerous cable sizes, we recommend a battery swager with the ability to replace swaging dies. By choosing a battery swager, you will efficiently swage and crimp wire efficiently and with ease. However, a hand swager is a better option when you are constantly working with one cable size, and you feel comfortable being able to connect cables properly. There is more work involved with hand swagers, such as understanding the proper way to swage and cleaning and lubricating moving parts, but it is a great option when looking for a durable and cost-effective product.
Looking to buy a hand-operated or battery-powered swager? Choose Loos Seismic Bracing! We offer Locoloc® battery and hand swagers that are reliable and built to the highest quality. To view Loos and Co., Inc.’s Locoloc® product line, visit us here. Alternatively, if you have any questions, our team is happy to help! Reach out to us by phone at 1-800-321-LOOS (5667).