Crimps AND cuts wire ropes from 0.27 to 1.5 mm. We found that customers often improvise the crimping of ferrules around micro cables because of the prohibitive cost of the Nicopress tools. Now, if you need to reliably crimp many wires and that is regular part of your job, the Nicopress tools are and investment worth making. If however, you need a cheaper solution for occasional use you might want to try this serviceable Japanese made Crimper. Also features cross cutting jaws on the side so no need for an extra tool.