Belden 8501 002 is a low temp plastic lead wire designed for dependable internal wiring in electronic and electrical equipment. It is a 1-conductor 18 AWG (7x26) TC - Tinned Copper wire with PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride insulation in Red. This wire is rated MIL-W-16878/1 (Type B), supports 600 V RMS, and has a Temperature Rating of 105 Degrees Centigrade (221 F). It also meets key compliance requirements including EU CE Mark, RoHS directives, WEEE, and CA Prop 65.
Belden 8501 002 Technical Specs
Construction & Materials
| Wire type | low temp plastic lead wire |
| Number of conductors | 1 |
| Conductor size | 18 |
| Conductor construction | 18AWG (7x26) |
| Stranding | 7x26.5 |
| Conductor material | TC - Tinned Copper |
| Insulation material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
| Insulation color | Red |
| Shielded | Not Shielded |
Dimensions & Weight
| 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 |
Electrical & Thermal Ratings
| UL voltage rating | 600 V RMS |
| Temperature rating | 105 Degrees Centigrade (221 F) |
Mechanical Ratings
| 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) |
Compliance & Certifications
| Military compliance | MIL-W-16878/1 |
| Mil spec | MIL-W-16878/1 (Type B) |
| Product type | M16878 |
| 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 |
Belden 8501 002 Applications
- Supports inter-connection circuits where dependable internal wiring is required.
- Used for internal wiring of computer and electronic equipments.
- Fits internal wiring needs in meters, panels, and electrical or electronic equipment.
- Specified for (Type B) MIL-W-16878/1-Low Temp applications.
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