Milwaukee® - M18™ FORCE LOGIC™ 6T Linear Utility Crimper, 2978-20

Milwaukee 2978-20 M18™ FORCE LOGIC™ 6T Linear Utility Crimper

The Milwaukee 2978-20 M18™ FORCE LOGIC™ 6T Linear Utility Crimper delivers industry-leading accuracy and speed for professional utility crimping applications. Its fully balanced, in-line design with 350° head rotation positions the grip at the tool’s center, providing ultimate control and alignment even in Class 3 rubber insulating gloves. The most advanced M18™ crimper in the lineup — built for demanding underground distribution, cable termination, and utility field work.

Key Features

• PFM™ (Pressure Flow Management) automatically measures and adjusts pressure in real time, ensuring optimal results for every connector type
• 2.5X faster crimp speed than competitors for maximum productivity on the job
• Instant green-light pressure verification confirms every crimp meets spec before moving on
• 350° head rotation with fully balanced in-line design for ultimate control and alignment in Class 3 gloves
• Consistent performance from 0°F to 122°F for reliable operation in all field conditions
• Fully enclosed high-speed hydraulic pump with brushless motor for up to 4X longer motor life
• REDLINK™ Electronics with weather-protected design resists dirt, dust, and moisture
• ONE KEY™ Technology — real-time data logging, professional report generation, and wireless cloud sync for complete tool and crimp history tracking
• Interchangeable jaw system — compatible with M18™ 750 MCM Cable Cutting Jaw (49-16-2772) and M18™ 477 ACSR Jaw (49-16-2773), sold separately
• Compatible with the full M18™ system for maximum platform versatility

Specifications

• Part Number: 2978-20
• Platform: Milwaukee M18™ FORCE LOGIC™
• Type: 6-ton linear utility crimper
• Head Rotation: 350°
• Crimp Speed: 2.5X faster than competitors
• Pressure Management: PFM™ (Pressure Flow Management)
• Operating Temperature: 0°F to 122°F
• Motor: Brushless (up to 4X longer motor life)
• Electronics: REDLINK™ (weather-protected)
• Connectivity: ONE KEY™ (data logging, cloud sync, report generation)
• Compatible Jaws: 49-16-2772 (750 MCM Cu/Al), 49-16-2773 (477 ACSR) — sold separately
• Weight: 7.61 lbs
• Vendor: Milwaukee

Ideal Applications

• Underground distribution cable termination and connector crimping requiring verified, documented crimp quality
• Utility field crimping in all weather conditions requiring consistent, repeatable results from 0°F to 122°F
• Any M18™ FORCE LOGIC™ platform application requiring a 6-ton linear utility crimper with ONE KEY™ data logging

Part Number: 2978-20 | Vendor: Milwaukee | Platform: M18™ FORCE LOGIC™ | Capacity: 6 Ton | Feature: PFM™ + ONE KEY™ | Weight: 7.61 lbs