Instruction Sheet
Extraction Tools 1-305183-1 and
1-305183-2 for MATE-N-LOK* Contacts
408-7158
22 APR 15 Rev A
Socket Extraction
Tool 1-305183-2
Sleeve
Handle
Push Rod Button
Pin Extraction Tool
1-305183-1
Figure 1
1. INTRODUCTION
Extraction Tools 1-305183-1 and 1-305183-2 are designed to remove contacts from MATE-N-LOK connectors.
Tool 1-305183-1 is used for the pin contacts, and tool 1-305183-2 for the socket contacts. Read these
instructions thoroughly before starting.
NOTE
Dimensions in this instruction sheet are in millimeters [with inches in brackets]. Figures and illustrations are for reference only
and are not drawn to scale.
Refer to Section 5, REVISION SUMMARY for reason for reissue.
2. DESCRIPTION
Both tools feature a handle and sleeve assembly to release the contact locking lance, and a push rod button to
eject the contact.
3. EXTRACTION PROCEDURE
Select the appropriate extraction tool, according to the type of contact (pin or socket) to be removed (see
Figure 1).
Pin and Socket Extraction (Figure 2)
1. Push in and hold firmly on wire of contact to be removed. This will disengage locking lance from
groove in connector.
2. Grasp the tool handle, and place sleeve over end of contact. Rotating tool slightly, push sleeve
straight into cavity until it bottoms. Allow push rod button to “back out” of handle. The locking lance is
now released.
3. Keep sleeve firmly bottomed in cavity, and depress push rod button. Contact will partially eject as
push rod button is depressed.
4. Pull contact from REAR of connector, and remove tool from cavity.
4. TOOL CERTIFICATION
The extraction tools listed on this document should be certified with the information provided in Figure 3.
TE Connectivity recommends that each tool be inspected immediately upon arrival in your factory, and at
regularly scheduled intervals, to ensure that the tool has not been damaged during handling. Additional tools
can be purchased from TE.
This controlled document is subject to change.
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