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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 above 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?

M16878/4 wire features a solid or stranded silver-plated copper conductor and extruded, color-coded PTFE insulation with a nominal wall thickness of 0.010”.

This wire is designed for high-temperature applications, with a temperature rating of -60°C to 200°C in accordance with MIL-W-16878/4 and +105°C in accordance with UL 1213. M1678/4 wire can handle voltages up to 600 volts.

Ryan Electronics has a variety of M16878/4 wire constructions in stock for immediate delivery. We also offer additional services such as twisting, cabling, spiral striping, cutting & stripping, and etching to meet your specific needs.

Applications for 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 its construction.

Aerospace Industry
Exceptional performance in extreme conditions makes M16878/4 wire a reliable choice for demanding aerospace applications.

Electronics & Instrumentation
The versatility of M16878/4 wire makes it a preferred choice for internal electronics wiring, particularly in devices, instrumentation, and control systems that demand precision and reliability.

Why Choose M16878/4 Wire?

M16878/4 Type E hook-up wire is a suitable choice for a wide range of applications. It is highly resistant to heat, solder damage, flames, moisture, oil, and radiation. This wire can also withstand voltages up to 600V and is suitable for high-temperature environments (-65°C to +200°C). In addition, 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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