Quality, cost, and throughput are associated with specific measurements and linked to process variables. Crimp height, pull test values, leads per hour, and crimp symmetry are some of the measures used to monitor production termination processes. Many variables affect the process such as wire and terminal quality, machine repeatability, setup parameters, and operator skill. Crimp tooling is a significant contributor to the overall crimp termination process. The condition of crimp tooling is constantly monitored in production by various means. These means are often indirect measures.

Geomentry and associated tolerances
Wire size and material variation
Terminal size and material variation
Equipment condition
Flash
Roll, twist, and side-to-side bend
Up/down bend
Crimp symmetry
Bellmouth
Materials
Strength of materials with emphasis on toughness needed to withstand the moderate shocks generated during crimping
Wear resistance to maintain form
Surface Condition
Surface Treatment