{"product_id":"milwaukee-m18-force-logic-6t-utility-crimper-kit-with-d3-grooves-and-fixed-bg-die","title":"Milwaukee M18 FORCE LOGIC™ 6T Utility Crimper Kit – D3 Grooves, BG Die (2678-22)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMilwaukee M18™ FORCE LOGIC™ 6T Utility Crimper Kit (2678-22)\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers the most accurate, fastest, and durable crimping experience available for utility professionals. Featuring Milwaukee's PFM™ (Predictive Force Management) system, adaptive pressure control, and a fully enclosed high-speed hydraulic pump, this tool makes crimping in tight spaces easier than ever. The fully balanced, in-line design with 350° head rotation provides ultimate control with Class 3 gloves, and every crimp is automatically recorded and stored — with 1 Key enabled for professional report building. Available in standard Utility Crimper and Stub Nose Utility Crimper configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePFM™ (Predictive Force Management)\u003c\/strong\u003e — automatically modifies output pressure based on the connector for optimal performance every time; 2.5X faster crimp speed than standard tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully balanced design\u003c\/strong\u003e — center grip placement provides ultimate control and accuracy with Class 3 gloves, simplifying alignment in the field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstant pressure verification\u003c\/strong\u003e — green light confirms a successful crimp; tool records and stores every crimp made\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 Key enabled\u003c\/strong\u003e — professional report building and tool management through the Milwaukee ONE-KEY™ platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e350° head rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e — in-line design with full head rotation for easy access in confined spaces and tight utility installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrushless motor\u003c\/strong\u003e — delivers up to 4X longer motor life compared to brushed alternatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully enclosed hydraulic pump\u003c\/strong\u003e — weather-protected electronics keep dirt, dust, and moisture out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide temperature range\u003c\/strong\u003e — hydraulic system optimized for consistent performance from 0°F to 122°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM18™ system compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — works with the full Milwaukee M18 battery and charger ecosystem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eD3 grooves with BG die included\u003c\/strong\u003e — ready for utility distribution connector installations out of the box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVariants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-responsive\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-striped table-theme\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2678-22BG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUtility Crimper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$2,545.45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard utility crimping with D3 grooves and BG die\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2678-22\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStub Nose Utility Crimper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$2,499.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTight-space crimping where a shorter nose profile is needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-responsive\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-striped table-theme\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2678-22 \/ 2678-22BG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForce\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 Tons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM18™ (18V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead Rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrushless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0°F – 122°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDie Groove\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD3 (BG variant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eONE-KEY™ (1 Key enabled)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVendor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMilwaukee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Decision Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeed the fastest crimp speed available?\u003c\/strong\u003e — PFM™ delivers 2.5X faster crimp speed than standard hydraulic crimpers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorking in tight or confined spaces?\u003c\/strong\u003e — The 350° head rotation and in-line design provide access where other tools can’t reach; consider the Stub Nose variant for even tighter profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeed crimp verification and reporting?\u003c\/strong\u003e — The green light confirmation and 1 Key crimp logging provide instant and documented verification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlready on the M18 platform?\u003c\/strong\u003e — The 2678-22 is fully compatible with your existing M18 batteries and chargers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeed D3 groove compatibility?\u003c\/strong\u003e — The 2678-22BG includes D3 grooves and a BG die for utility distribution connector work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for a manual crimping alternative?\u003c\/strong\u003e — See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/slingco-md-6-w-bg-d-big-nose-mechanical-crimping-tool\"\u003eSlingco MD-6 W BG\u0026amp;D Mechanical Crimping Tool\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is PFM™ and how does it work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePFM™ (Predictive Force Management) automatically adjusts the tool’s output pressure based on the connector being crimped, ensuring optimal pressure every time without manual adjustment. This results in 2.5X faster crimp speeds compared to standard hydraulic crimpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the Utility Crimper and Stub Nose Utility Crimper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe standard Utility Crimper (2678-22BG) includes D3 grooves and a BG die for utility distribution work. The Stub Nose Utility Crimper (2678-22) has a shorter nose profile for crimping in tighter, more confined spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this tool record crimp data?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the tool automatically records and stores every crimp made. With ONE-KEY™ (1 Key) enabled, you can build professional crimp reports for documentation and compliance purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat battery system does the 2678-22 use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe crimper runs on Milwaukee’s M18™ 18V battery platform and is compatible with all M18 batteries and chargers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat temperature range does this tool operate in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe hydraulic system is optimized for consistent performance from 0°F to 122°F, covering typical utility field conditions year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/slingco-md-6-w-bg-d-big-nose-mechanical-crimping-tool\"\u003eSlingco MD-6 W BG\u0026amp;D Mechanical Crimping Tool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/milwaukee-power-tools\"\u003eBrowse All Milwaukee Power Tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/power-tools\"\u003eBrowse All Power Tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-utility-tools\"\u003eAll Utility Tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Milwaukee","offers":[{"title":"Utility Crimper","offer_id":49602972975423,"sku":"OHL-2678-22BG","price":2545.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stub Nose Utility Crimper","offer_id":49602973008191,"sku":"OHL-2678-22","price":2499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/2057\/3268\/files\/Capture_83.png?v=1699038803","url":"https:\/\/www.bartlettman.com\/products\/milwaukee-m18-force-logic-6t-utility-crimper-kit-with-d3-grooves-and-fixed-bg-die","provider":"Bartlett Arborist Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}