Excelta 554B-US Pliers - Stress Relief - .030" To1St Bend
Excelta 554B-US Pliers - Stress Relief - .030" to 1st Bend
The Excelta 554B-US is a 5.5" stress-relief forming plier designed to form a consistent relief in a variety of components. Recommended for wire .020" in diameter or smaller, it features an ergonomically molded, antimicrobial anti-static grip with dual leaf springs for comfortable, repeatable use.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Excelta |
| Part Number | 554B-US |
| Type | Stress relief lead forming plier |
| 1st Bend | .030" |
| Overall Length | 5.5" |
| Wire Capacity | Recommended for .020" diameter wire or smaller |
| Grip | Ergonomic antimicrobial anti-static grip (1010 ohms/sq surface resistivity) with dual leaf springs |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Excelta 554B-US used for?
It forms consistent stress relief in a variety of radial-lead components, protecting solder joints from mechanical stress during board assembly.
What wire sizes does it handle?
The 554B-US is recommended for wire .020" in diameter or smaller, with a .030" first bend.
How does it differ from the 554TX-US and 554TXB-US?
All three are 554-series stress-relief pliers. The 554B-US is 5.5" with a .030" bend for .020" wire; the 554TX-US is 5.5" with a .165" bend; the 554TXB-US is 5" with a .030" bend. Choose based on the relief offset and wire size your assembly requires.
Is the grip ESD-safe?
Yes. It has an ergonomically molded antimicrobial anti-static grip rated at 1010 ohms/sq surface resistivity, with dual leaf springs for smooth operation.
