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UNSHIELDED 18GA WHITE WIRE M22759/16-18-9

Packaged Items
SingleSpool of 1000Spool of 500
Mil-SpecWire
Gauge
ColorPart NumberPrice
1000 ft
M22759/16-18-918White11-14518$500.00

Overview

For many years the standard hookup wire in light aircraft has been MIL-W-5086A, which calls for use of tin-coated copper conductor rated at 600 volts and temperatures of 105°C. This basic wire is then coated with various insulating coatings including PVC. There has been much discussion during the past few years about the use of wire with PVC in aircraft. The Air Force does not permit such wire to be used in military aircraft due to the toxic fumes generated in the event of a fire which can disable the crew. Although there is no formal restriction on the use of MIL-W-5086A wire as of early 1991, as our supplies of MIL-W-5086A wire are depleted we will now be supplying MIL-W-22759/16 wire which complies with current military and anticipated future FAA requirements.

This top quality aircraft unshielded wire is manufactured to Specification MIL-W-22759/16. It features standard tin-plated copper conductor and is insulated with extruded Tefzel (ethylene/tetrafluorbethylene) which has a maximum temperature rating of 150°C. This wire is rated for 600 volts.

Colors: white, Black, Blue, Green, Red, Yellow, and Striped

40% Discount on 1000+ ft
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David A Verified Purchase

UNSHIELDED 18GA WHITE WIRE M22759/16-18-9

January 20, 2024

Ok

Enzo B Verified Purchase

UNSHIELDED 18GA WHITE WIRE M22759/16-18-9

August 15, 2023

This is great stuff, as advertised. My own Chinook Plus 2 is loaded with it. For basic knowledge, the EAA SportAir workshop on Electric work cant be beat. Also Ausmans Aircraft Wiring Guide book

Drew H Verified Purchase

UNSHIELDED 18GA WHITE WIRE M22759/16-18-9

June 3, 2023

As advertised.Good

Mike F Verified Purchase

UNSHIELDED 18GA WHITE WIRE M22759/16-18-9

May 2, 2023

Good quality thanks

Nathan Z Verified Purchase

UNSHIELDED 18GA WHITE WIRE M22759/16-18-9

April 21, 2023

Its aircraft wire. It worked. Electrons flowed.

Barry L Verified Purchase

UNSHIELDED 18GA WHITE WIRE M22759/16-18-9

April 13, 2023

Silvio L Verified Purchase

UNSHIELDED 18GA WHITE WIRE M22759/16-18-9

March 28, 2023

Mil spec wire is as described.

Boyd B Verified Purchase

UNSHIELDED 18GA WHITE WIRE M22759/16-18-9

March 15, 2023

Steve W Verified Purchase

UNSHIELDED 18GA WHITE WIRE M22759/16-18-9

February 22, 2023

Corey W Verified Purchase

UNSHIELDED 18GA WHITE WIRE M22759/16-18-9

January 6, 2023

Q&A

Please note, Aircraft Spruce's personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Aircraft Spruce assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.

Q: Hi, I am wiring an older aircraft and the owner wants period look cotton covered wiring. Can you supply, or suggest a supplier of this style of wiring. Kind regards, Greg Wright

We do not supply cloth covered wiring, nor do we recommend using cloth covered wiring in your aircraft.

Q: Is there a minimum length per selection? I'm wiring instruments and need lots of colors but not a lot of length. Perhaps 8 per color.

No, there is no minimum length per selection. However, there is volume discounts when you order in 100 ft and 1000 ft increments.

Q: I am using this as wire for radio PTT switch, is this acceptable?

Yes, this is an acceptable wire for your PTT switch.

Q: Does this wire come on a plastic spool? Is there a minimum length to get it on a spool? Looking at ordering some 22awg at 50ft each.

Yes. We have spool quantities at 500 and 1000ft.

Q: Id like to replace some wiring in the engine compartment (ignition, throttle switch, and alternator). Is this wire appropriate or is there an alternate high-temperature rated wire?

This will work for some items you listed. Please check to see what wire is needed based on the product so the size is correct. We always recommend conferring with an A&P mechanic if in doubt on correct wire to use.

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