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M16878/4 Type E Wire | NEMA HP3 Type E

Characteristics:

  • Solid or stranded silver-plated copper conductor
  • Extruded PTFE insulation, .010" nom. wall, color coded in accordance with MIL-STD-681
  • Operating temperature: -60°C to +200°C
  • Voltage rating: 600 volts

Applications:

  • High temperature internal electronic applications
  • PTFE offers superior resistance to thermal aging, solder damage, open flames, moisture, solvents, grease, ozone and other chemicals

Approvals:

  • Passes UL VW-1 flame test
  • RoHS compliant
Mil-Spec # AWG Stranding Nom. Dia. (in) Min O.D. (in) Max O.D. (in) Nom. Lbs/Mft Quantity Value-Added Options Add to:
M16878/4-BAB-* 32 7/40 0.010 0.026 0.034 1
M16878/4-BBA-* 30 Solid 0.010 0.026 0.034 1
M16878/4-BBB-* 30 7/38 0.012 0.028 0.036 1
M16878/4-BCA-* 28 Solid 0.0126 0.029 0.037 2
M16878/4-BCB-* 28 7/36 0.0126 0.029 0.037 2
M16878/4-BCE-* 28 19/40 0.0126 0.029 0.037 2
M16878/4-BDA-* 26 Solid 0.0159 0.032 0.040 2
M16878/4-BDB-* 26 7/34 0.0159 0.032 0.040 2
M16878/4-BDE-* 26 19/38 0.0159 0.032 0.040 2
M16878/4-BEA-* 24 Solid 0.020 0.036 0.044 3
M16878/4-BEB-* 24 7/32 0.010 0.036 0.044 3
M16878/4-BEE-* 24 19/36 0.020 0.036 0.044 3
M16878/4-BFA-* 22 Solid 0.0254 0.041 0.049 4
M16878/4-BFB-* 22 7/30 0.030 0.046 0.054 4
M16878/4-BFE-* 22 19/34 0.030 0.046 0.054 4
M16878/4-BGA-* 20 Solid 0.032 0.048 0.056 5
M16878/4-BGB-* 20 7/28 0.038 0.054 0.062 5
M16878/4-BGE-* 20 19/32 0.038 0.054 0.062 6
M16878/4-BHA-* 18 Solid 0.040 0.056 0.066 8
M16878/4-BHB-* 18 7/26 0.048 0.064 0.074 8
M16878/4-BHE-* 18 19/30 0.048 0.064 0.074 8
M16878/4-BJE-* 16 19/29 0.052 0.073 0.087 10
M16878/4-BKE-* 14 19/27 0.072 0.088 0.102 15
M16878/4-BLE-* 12 19/25 0.090 0.107 0.121 23
M16878/4-BMG-* 10 37/26 0.117 0.127 0.141 35

The asterisks in the above table shall be replaced by color code designators in accordance with MIL-STD-681: 0 - Black, 1 - Brown, 2 - Red, 3 - Orange, 4 - Yellow, 5 - Green, 6 - Blue, 7 - Violet, 8 - Gray, 9 - White

Example: Size 32, white: M16878/4-BAB-9; white with orange stripe: M16878/4-BAB-93.

What is MIL-W-16878/4 Type E Wire?

This product features solid or stranded silver-plated copper wire with extruded PTFE insulation that is color-coded and has a nominal wall thickness of 0.010 inches. It is designed for high-temperature applications, with a temperature rating of -60°C to 200°C according to MIL-W-16878/4 and +105°C according to UL 1213. The wire can handle voltages up to 600 volts. We have a variety of constructions in stock for immediate delivery, and can also offer additional services such as twisting, cabling, spiral striping, cut and strip, and etching to meet your specific needs.

Applications of M16878/4 Wire

The M16878/4 wire is commonly used for internal wiring in electrical and electronic devices that need to operate in both high and low temperatures, have a low dielectric constant, be flexible, and resist chemicals.

Military & Defense

M16878/4 wire is used in many different military-related applications thanks to the versatility of construction.

Aerospace Industry

M16878/4 wire is a reliable choice for aerospace applications demanding exceptional performance in extreme conditions.

Electronics and Instrumentation

M16878/4 wire's versatility makes it a preferred choice for internal wiring in electronics, particularly devices, control systems, and instrumentation demanding precision and reliability.

Why Choose M16878/4 Wire?

M16878/4, Type E hook-up wire, is a single-stranded, silver-plated copper conductor with a PTFE insulation that is highly resistant to heat, solder damage, flames, moisture, oil, and radiation. This wire can withstand voltages up to 600V and is suitable for high-temperature environments (-65°C to +200°C). Its low power loss makes it ideal for high-frequency applications. However, due to the properties of PTFE insulation, Type E wire is typically not supplied in continuous lengths and may contain splices.

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