Contact Retention Test Tools

The quality assurance test most often overlooked is retention (proper seating of contacts). This important test can now be performed simply and in a matter of seconds with the DMC retention testing tool in the following manner:

1. With the connector held stationary, the tester’s tip is mated with each contact individually.
2. A pushing force is applied in-line with the contact.
3. When the indicator bank reaches the body of the tools, the test force has been obtained.

These tools are for checking the retention of pins and sockets in electrical connectors.  The tester pin and socket tips are aluminum.  All tips are replaceable.  A nylon hand protector is provided with each tool.  The tools can be preset at the factory to your request.

Insert tester into a contact so that the tester and contact are in a straight line.  Hold in this position throughout the testing procedure.  Use pin end with socket and socket end with pin.

Apply pressure to tester until the indicator band is inline with the bode.  if contact is still firmly retained, the retention is satisfactory.

Note: Retention test tools are to be used as a simple indicator to verify contact locking. Retention testing to MIL-STD-1344 (method 2007.1) will require different test equipment. For additional information, please contact Daniels Manufacturing Corporaiton.

HT250 Adjustable Retention Test Tool

HT210 Fixed Retention Test Tool

Special Report on Contact Retention Tester