Connector banding tool.

摘要

A connector banding tool (10) includes a clutch tensioning arrangement (46) to develop sufficient tension within a band (24) surrounding a multi-conductor cable in order to secure a ground shield of said cable against a connector housing (22). The tool further includes a bending and cutting arrangement (68) to cut and bend the band near the band buckle (28) to a desired position in which the band may be bent over on top of the buckle to finally secure the band upon the connector housing. The banding tool permits one-handed two-step operation including a first step of developing tension within the band surrounding the connector housing and a second step combining the bending and cutting of the band to leave a small upstanding portion (40) near the buckle. <IMAGE>