Thomas & Betts WT-157N Wire Terminal Crimping Tool

Description:

The Thomas & Betts WT-157N Wire Terminal Crimping Tool Shure Stake® is used to produce secure, repeatable crimps on Sta-Kon® wire terminals, splices, and disconnects for professional electrical installations. Commonly used in electrical control panels, industrial automation systems, OEM manufacturing, commercial wiring, maintenance departments, and telecommunications applications requiring reliable terminal termination. Maintenance electricians, contractors, and system integrators use this crimping tool for new installations, equipment maintenance, retrofits, and replacement of worn or obsolete terminal crimp tools. 

Applications:

The Thomas & Betts WT-157N is a manual hand-operated crimping tool featuring the patented Shure Stake® ratchet mechanism, which ensures a complete crimp cycle before the tool releases to deliver consistent, high-quality terminations. Designed for use with Sta-Kon® insulated terminals, splices, and disconnects, the tool provides reliable mechanical and electrical connections while reducing operator fatigue. It is ideal for electrical panel fabrication, industrial maintenance, OEM assembly, utilities, and commercial electrical installations.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Thomas & Betts (ABB) – Sta-Kon®
• Part Number: WT-157N
• Product Type: Manual Wire Terminal Crimping Tool
• Series: Shure Stake®
• Tool Type: Ratcheting Hand Crimper
• Crimp Mechanism: Shure Stake® Positive Ratchet
• Handle Type: Cushion/Palm Grip
• Tool Function: Crimping Insulated Terminals, Splices, and Disconnects
• Compatible Wire Size: 22–10 AWG (application dependent)
• Terminal Compatibility: Sta-Kon® Insulated Wire Terminals, Splices, and Disconnects
• Construction: Heavy-Duty Steel Frame
• Features: Controlled ratchet release, positive crimp cycle, ergonomic handles, precision crimp nests, consistent crimp performance
• Applications: Industrial maintenance, OEM manufacturing, commercial electrical installations, control panels, utilities, and telecommunications
• Standards: Designed for UL-listed Sta-Kon® termination systems and professional electrical applications.

Common Replacements:

• Thomas & Betts WT145A
• Thomas & Betts WT145C
• Thomas & Betts ERG4001