Fork Blade 8mm x 24mm Terminal Tool - Steelman

The Steelman 95978-12 Fork Blade 8mm x 24mm Terminal Tool is engineered for professional technicians who require precise and damage-free terminal extraction from automotive and industrial electrical connectors. This specialized tool enables the safe depinning of connectors, preserving critical components like wires, locking tangs, and housing integrity, which is essential for accurate fault diagnosis and efficient harness repairs.

Key Features

• 8mm x 24mm Fork Blade: Designed for accurate engagement with specialized terminals, including those commonly found in GM ALDL (Assembly Line Diagnostic Link) connector terminal blocks.
• Damage-Minimizing Profile: The slim fork design provides support to the terminal during disengagement, preventing bent tabs, stretched pins, and compromised connector housings.
• Durable Construction: Features a hardened carbon steel blade with a polished chrome finish, ensuring long-term durability and consistent performance in demanding workshop environments.
• Ergonomic Handle: Equipped with a knurled, non-slip anodized aluminum handle, offering enhanced control and comfort during delicate depinning tasks, particularly in confined areas.
• Compact Design: With a 2-inch overall length, this tool provides improved access to densely packed wiring harnesses and tight under-dash spaces.

Applications

This terminal tool is suitable for releasing and extracting terminals from a variety of automotive and industrial connectors where damage-free removal is critical. It is frequently utilized on GM vehicles equipped with ALDL diagnostic connectors for tasks such as harness repairs, connector rebuilding, and terminal replacement. Professionals can use its precision for troubleshooting intermittent electrical faults, allowing for targeted service of individual circuits and avoiding the expensive replacement of complete OEM harnesses and modules.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Steelman
• Model: 95978-12
• Product Name: Fork Blade 8mm x 24mm Terminal Tool
• Weight: 0.1 lb
• Dimensions: 2 x 0.5 x 0.5 in
• Blade: 8mm x 24mm fork blade, hardened carbon steel, polished chrome
• Handle: Knurled anodized aluminum