Mass Termination Assembly (MTA)
.156 Connector-Holding Fixture
Front Wire Comb
Instruction Sheet
408-7995
22 SEP 11 Rev C
Rear Wire Comb
Locating Plate
Housing
Support
.156 MTA CONNECTOR
CONNECTOR-HOLDING
FIXTURE
Feed-Through
59849-1
Card Edge
59849-3
58010-1
Posted
58010-2
59847-1
With Locking Ramp and Without Polarization Tabs
With Locking Ramp and With Polarization Tabs
Without Locking Ramp and With or Without Polarization Tabs
For Testing (All Types)
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Polarizing Tab
MTA TOOLING
ASSEMBLY
Closed End
59848-1
59848-3
58009-1
58009-2
59846-1
58244-3
58244-1
58244-2
58244-3
MTA
APPLICATOR
ASSEMBLY
59843-1
†
58576-1
(408-4260)
59843-1
†
58576-1
(408-4260)
59843-1
†
58576-1
(408-4260)
59843-1
†
59843-1
†
58576-1
(408-4260)
58040-1
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59847-3
58245-1
58245-2
58245-3
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This applicator assembly must be used with Pneudraulic Tool 59809-2. The applicator assembly and pneudraulic tool are no longer available for new applications,
however the fixtures can be used with existing applications.
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The tooling assembly must be used with Manual Arbor Frame Assembly 58024-1 (408-6923).
Figure 1
1. INTRODUCTION
Mass Termination Assembly (MTA) .156 Connector-
Holding Fixtures listed in Figure 1 are designed to hold
.156 MTA connectors and discrete wires in position for
termination. The fixture is used with the MTA
applicator assembly or tooling assembly (also listed in
Figure 1). The fixtures are designed for feed-through
(wires are not cut) or closed end (wires are cut)
applications. The connectors are available with up to
26 contact positions on 3.96 [.156] centerline spacing.
NOTE
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Dimensions in this instruction sheet are in
millimeters [with inches in brackets]. Figures are for
reference only and are not drawn to scale.
For information on operating the applicator or tooling
assembly, refer to the instruction sheet (indicated in
parenthesis in Figure 1) packaged with the tooling.
Read these instructions and referenced material
thoroughly before using the fixture.
Reasons for reissue of this instruction sheet are
provided in Section 7, REVISION SUMMARY.
This controlled document is subject to change.
For latest revision and Regional Customer Service,
visit our website at
www.te.com
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2. DESCRIPTION
Each fixture consists of a one-piece locating plate,
housing support, front wire comb, and rear wire comb.
The polarizing tab is used to properly orient the
applicator or tooling assembly with the fixture.
3. Drill holes in the board for mounting the fixture.
Refer to Figure 4 for recommended board layout. If
using connector assembly for testing, cut a slot for
the post retainer assembly.
4. Attach the fixture to the board using screws,
washers, and nuts, or suitable commercially
available hardware.
5. Place wire roll at a convenient location for lacing
into the fixture.
3. SETUP
Select the connector according to the color code that
matches the wire size as shown in Figure 2.
WIRE SIZE (SWG)
26
24
22
20
18
Figure 2
CONNECTOR COLOR CODE
Blue
Natural
Red
Yellow
Orange
4. TERMINATION PROCEDURE
Refer to Figure 5, and proceed as follows:
1. Spread the fixture wire combs apart, and insert
the connector, mating end first, into the center of the
receiving track. Make sure that the connector
shoulder is behind the locating plate and the
connector ribs are aligned with the slots in the
wire comb.
CAUTION
The connector must be located in the center of the
receiving track. Do NOT place more than two
connectors end to end in the fixture.
!
2. Lace a wire over the slot in the wire combs that
aligns with the applicable connector contact. Make
sure that the wire is straight, then press the wire into
the slot until it bottoms in the wire combs. Repeat
this step until all wires are positioned.
3. Terminate the connector according to 408-4260
(if using applicator assembly) or 408-6701 (if using
tooling assembly).
4. Spread the fixture wire combs apart, and lift the
connector out of the fixture.
Then select the connector size according to the
required number of contact positions. Refer to
Figure 1 to make sure that the fixture is compatible
with the connector and method of application. Proceed
as follows:
1. Prepare the cable according to 408-9515. If using
the tooling assembly (58040-1), proceed to Section
4, otherwise continue with the following steps.
2. Determine the location on the harness board for
the fixture. Make sure space is provided for lengths
of wire between connectors. Refer to Figure 3.
NOTE
The applicator assembly can be rotated 360°,
however, to avoid unnecessary motion, the fixture
should be positioned so that the least amount of
rotation of the applicator assembly is required.
Harness Board
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5. INSPECTING TERMINATED CONNECTOR
1. Visually inspect the connector to make sure that
there is no damage to the housing or contacts.
Damaged products should not be used.
NOTE
For detailed inspection requirements, refer to
Application Specification 114-1019.
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NOTE
2. If applicable, test the connector for continuity
using the post retainer assembly.
The post retainer assembly is only included with
some fixtures. Post Retainer Assembly 310672-1 is
available as an accessory for Fixtures 58009-1,
58009-2, 58010-1, 58010-2, 59846-1, 59847-1,
59847-3, 59848-1, 59848-3, 59849-1, and 59849-3
but cannot be used if the fixture is used with the
tooling assembly (58040-1).
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Fixture with
Connector
Wire Roll
Figure 3
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6. REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR
Customer-replaceable parts are listed in Figure 6.
A complete inventory should be stocked and
controlled to prevent lost time when replacement of
parts is necessary. Parts other than those listed should
be replaced by TE Connectivity to ensure quality and
reliability. Order replacement parts through your
representative, or call 1-800-526-5142, or send a
facsimile of your purchase order to 717-986-7605, or
write to:
CUSTOMER SERVICE (038-035)
TYCO ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
PO BOX 3608
HARRISBURG PA 17105-3608
For customer repair service, call 1-800-526-5136.
7. REVISION SUMMARY
Since the previous version of this document, the
following changes were made:
•
Updated document to corporate requirements.
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