The MWS M16878/4BBB1 is a single-conductor hook-up wire engineered for high-temperature and chemically demanding environments. Constructed with a stranded silver-plated copper conductor and PTFE insulation, it delivers 600V electrical integrity across aerospace, military, and industrial applications. This wire conforms to MIL-W-16878/4 (NEMA HP3 Type E) and UL 1213 standards, offering excellent resistance to thermal aging, solvents, oils, and flame propagation.
Technical Specifications
Conductor
• Material: Silver-plated copper, stranded configuration
• Stranding varies by gauge: 19/29 (16 AWG), 19/34 (22 AWG), 7 strands (30 AWG)
• Conductor diameter: 0.059 inches (16 AWG), 0.031 inches (22 AWG)
Insulation
• Material: Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), extruded
• Nominal wall thickness: 0.013 inches (gauge-dependent)
• Overall diameter: 0.080 inches (16 AWG), 0.051 inches (22 AWG)
Electrical Performance
• Voltage rating: 600V per MIL-W-16878/4
• Temperature range: -60°C to +200°C (MIL-W-16878/4); UL 1213 rated to 105°C
• Low power loss in high-frequency applications
Physical Properties
• Weight: ~10 lbs/MFT (16 AWG), ~4 lbs/MFT (22 AWG)
• Easy installation due to small diameter and low-friction surface
– Key Features
• Passes UL VW-1 flame test with low flame propagation
• Submerged-rated for gasoline vapor, oils, and chemical liquids
• Superior resistance to fungus, grease, solvents, and thermal aging
• Tolerates solder iron contact without degradation
• RoHS compliant
• Available in standard colors: black, brown, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, violet, gray, white; custom striping available
– Typical Applications
• Internal wiring of aerospace and military equipment
• High-temperature industrial harness assemblies
• Electronic instrument and appliance internal wiring
• High-frequency signal transmission
• Chemically aggressive environments requiring oil and solvent resistance
– Compatibility & Integration
Conforms to MIL-W-16878/4, NEMA HP3 Type E, and UL 1213 standards. Spooled at approximately 100 feet per unit.
