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— · MRO · MRO_GENERAL
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Stranded for flexible routing, solid for conduit THHN/THWN dual-rated — check both tables
Ampacity depends on installation method
PRODUCT OVERVIEW

CONNECTOR,RECEPTACLE,ELECTRICAL. Key specifications include length: 280.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM, part_name_assigned_by_controlling_agency: NAIL BONE STANDARD 9MM X 280MM MM. This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 6145-00-539-8061, indicating validated use in U.S.

government and defense logistics supply chains. Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels. Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.

WHERE IT FITS
MRO→ MRO_GENERAL→ 246-16
NSN: 6145-00-539-8061
FSC: 6145
CAGE: 50473 — DATARAM CORPORATION (USA)
SPECIFICATIONS
length280.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM
special_featuresSTANDARD NAIL, 9 MM X 280 MM; REPLACEMENT ITEM FOR USE WITH SIGN NAIL SYSTEMS, NSN 6515-01-598-9374, 6515-01-598-9338, 6515-01-598-9474 MM
part_name_assigned_by_controlling_agencyNAIL BONE STANDARD 9MM X 280MM MM
NSN6145-00-539-8061
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
WIRE / CABLE — AMPACITY DEPENDS ON INSTALLATION CROSS-SECTION JACKET WIRE SPECIFICATIONS Conductor Size: — Conductor Count: — Voltage Rating: — Insulation: — Temp Rating: — PN: 246-16 · OEM ⚠ VERIFY BEFORE ORDERING Ampacity depends on installation method — conduit ≠ free air ≠ underground. Same wire, different ratings. AWG sizing is inverse — smaller number = thicker wire (4 AWG > 12 AWG) ✓ BROKER TIP Stranded = flexible routing and vibration resistance. Solid = fixed conduit runs only. THHN/THWN = dual rated — check both dry and wet ampacity tables PARTSTABLE TECHNICAL DRAWING — NOT TO SCALE
KEY FEATURES
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PRECIOUS MATERIAL AND LOCATION: SURFACE SINGLE CONDUCTOR SILVER
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TEMP RATING: 200.0 CELSIUS DEGC
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MATERIAL DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATION: ASTM B298 ASSN STD SINGLE MATERIAL RESPONSE CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
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ROUND CONDUCTOR SIZE: 24 AWG SINGLE CONDUCTOR
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SURFACE TREATMENT: SILVER CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
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SURFACE TREATMENT DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATION: ASTM B298 ASSN STD SINGLE TREATMENT RESPONSE CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
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MATERIAL: COPPER CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS (FLIS)
PRECIOUS MATERIAL AND LOCATIONSURFACE SINGLE CONDUCTOR SILVER
TEMP RATING200.0 CELSIUS DEGC
MATERIAL DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATIONASTM B298 ASSN STD SINGLE MATERIAL RESPONSE CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
ROUND CONDUCTOR SIZE24 AWG SINGLE CONDUCTOR
SURFACE TREATMENTSILVER CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
SPECIAL FEATURESPRIMARY INSULATION CONFORMS TO L-P-403 TYPE 3
SURFACE TREATMENT DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATIONASTM B298 ASSN STD SINGLE TREATMENT RESPONSE CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
MATERIALCOPPER CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
STRAND AWG SIZE PER CONDUCTOR32 SINGLE CONDUCTOR
STRAND QUANTITY PER CONDUCTOR7 SINGLE CONDUCTOR
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 29
MIL-W-16878/4Upgraded Successor
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MIL-DTL-27500Upgraded Successor
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M27500-16RC1S06Upgraded Successor
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SM-C-686444-902Upgraded Successor
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ES7751-22EJ902Upgraded Successor
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ES7751-22EJ978Upgraded Successor
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LIFECYCLE
StatusCANCELLED
Availability—
RoHS CompliantEAR99Not HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 246-16?
246-16 is a CONNECTOR,RECEPTACLE,ELECTRICAL. It is classified as a MRO (MRO_GENERAL).
What parts can replace 246-16?
There are 29 known substitutes for 246-16: MIL-W-16878/4, MIL-DTL-27500, M27500-16RC1S06 and 26 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is 246-16 still available?
246-16 is currently cancelled.
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