CKE Upgraded Hydraulic Crimping Tool/Hydraulic Crimper for 1/8" 5/32" 3/16" Stainless Steel Cable Railing Fittings Hardware, 10 Ton Stainless Steel

This CKE hydraulic cable crimper hand tool promises to create a heavy-duty head and comes with nine dies and a cable cutter for 1/8, 3/16 stainless steel cable railing fittings. It's likely to be best suited for electrical connections or 3/16" cable. The product seems ideal for DIY enthusiasts - they can quickly install and repair their back deck or cable railings with ease. The product comes on time and looks good when delivered. Many user criticisms mention how hard it is to use, leading to stress in the hands, but experimental solutions such as only opening it half an inch or taking breaks seem to work for some. It seems that the mandrels that come with the press are a bit loose, but their placement is easy to manage. The gloves that come with the product are unnecessary, which some users might appreciate. The wire cutters, however, are not recommended as they can ruin the cable. Some users are also unhappy with the anvils for the crimper, which go from 4mm to 8mm, skipping the crucial 6mm size that would better match the ends of some 1/8-inch steel cable railings. Overall, this product is recommended, especially by those who have already used it for cable railings. It works well for the crimper and may even be a 5-star product if it performs as advertised, and its price makes it an attractive option for DIYers. However, some people recommend buying a costlier, battery-operated crimping tool that's easier to use for those who have to crimp many cables.