Belden 8501 001, Hook Up Wire 1C 18 AWG Tinned Copper PVC

Description
Belden 8501 001 is a low temp plastic lead wire for inter-connection circuits and internal wiring in computer and electronic equipment. It is a 1-conductor 18 AWG (7x26) TC - Tinned Copper wire with PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride insulation in Brown. This unshielded hook up wire is built to MIL-W-16878/1 (Type B) requirements, with a UL Voltage Rating of 600 V RMS and a temperature rating of 105 Degrees Centigrade (221 F). It also aligns with CA Prop 65 and EU RoHS directives.
Applications
- Use it for inter-connection circuits where dependable internal wiring is required.
- Support internal wiring of computer and electronic equipments in equipment builds and assemblies.
- Specify it for internal wiring of meters, panels, and electrical or electronic equipment.
- Choose it for (Type B) MIL-W-16878/1-Low Temp applications.
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Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Wire type | low temp plastic lead wire |
| Product type | M16878 |
| Conductor(s) | 1 |
| Conductor size | 18 AWG (7x26) |
| Stranding | 7x26.5 |
| Conductor Material | TC - Tinned Copper |
| Insulation Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
| Insulation Color | Brown |
| Shielding | Not Shielded |
| Nom. thickness | 0.01 in (0.25 mm) |
| Nom. insulation diameter | 0.068 in (1.7 mm) |
| Overall cable diameter (nominal) | 0.068 in (1.7 mm) |
| Bulk cable weight | 6.5 lbs/1000ft |
| UL Voltage Rating | 600 V RMS |
| Temperature rating | 105 Degrees Centigrade (221 F) |
| Bend radius (stationary min.) | 0.28 in (7.1 mm) |
| Bend radius (installation min.) | 0.28 in (7.1 mm) |
| Max Pull Tension | 22.4 lbs (10.2 kg) |
| Military compliance | MIL-W-16878/1 |
| Mil spec | MIL-W-16878/1 (Type B) |
| European directive compliance | EU CE Mark, EU Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 2 amendment), EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2), EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) |
| RoHS Compliant | Yes |
| Sustainability | CA Prop 65 |
| Priced Per | FT |
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