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MIL-C-17/46 — Cable Assembly Specs

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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

The MIL-C-17/46 is a the manufacturer industrial component. Key specifications include material: ALUMINUM ALLOY SIXTH POSITION ARMOR CABLE, conductor_form: STRANDED ALL CONDUCTORS, voltage_rating: 750.0 MAXIMUM ROOT MEAN SQUARE (RMS) OPERATING VOLTAGE ALL CONDUCTORS, special_features: ONE STRAND OF ONE CONDUCTOR SHALL BE TINNED COPPER FOR IDENTIFICATION, surface_treatment: TIN THIRD POSITION SHIELD BRAID METALLIC CABLE, round_conductor_size: 18 AWG ALL CONDUCTORS. This product is currently in active production with full OEM support.

This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System under NSN 6145-00-643-2173, 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→ MIL-C-17/46
NSN: 6145-00-643-2173
FSC: 6145
CAGE: 81349 — MILITARY SPECIFICATIONS PROMULGATED BY MILITARY DEPARTMENTS/AGENCIES UNDER AUTHORITY OF DEFENSE STANDARDIZATION MANUAL 4120 3-M
SPECIFICATIONS
materialALUMINUM ALLOY SIXTH POSITION ARMOR CABLE
conductor_formSTRANDED ALL CONDUCTORS
voltage_rating750.0 MAXIMUM ROOT MEAN SQUARE (RMS) OPERATING VOLTAGE ALL CONDUCTORS
special_featuresONE STRAND OF ONE CONDUCTOR SHALL BE TINNED COPPER FOR IDENTIFICATION
surface_treatmentTIN THIRD POSITION SHIELD BRAID METALLIC CABLE
conductor_quantity2
round_conductor_size18 AWG ALL CONDUCTORS
electrical_resistance95.0 OHMS IMPEDANCE
cross-sectional_shape_styleROUND
strand_awg_size_per_conductor26 ALL CONDUCTORS
strand_quantity_per_conductor7 ALL CONDUCTORS
cross_section_outside_diameter0.490 INCHES NOMINAL IN
NSN6145-00-643-2173
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
WIRE / CABLE — AMPACITY DEPENDS ON INSTALLATION CROSS-SECTION JACKET WIRE SPECIFICATIONS Conductor Size: — Conductor Count: — Voltage Rating: — Insulation: — Temp Rating: — PN: MIL-C-17/46 · 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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CROSS SECTION OUTSIDE DIAMETER: 0.490 INCHES NOMINAL IN
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CROSS-SECTIONAL SHAPE STYLE: ROUND
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STRAND AWG SIZE PER CONDUCTOR: 26 ALL CONDUCTORS
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MATERIAL: PLASTIC, POLYETHYLENE (PP) FIRST POSITION PRIMARY INSULATION ALL CONDUCTORS
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VOLTAGE RATING: 750.0 MAXIMUM ROOT MEAN SQUARE (RMS) OPERATING VOLTAGE ALL CONDUCTORS
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CONDUCTOR ARRANGEMENT AND QUANTITY: 1 TWIN-AXIAL TWISTED
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
CROSS SECTION OUTSIDE DIAMETER0.490 INCHES NOMINAL IN
CROSS-SECTIONAL SHAPE STYLEROUND
STRAND AWG SIZE PER CONDUCTOR26 ALL CONDUCTORS
SPECIAL FEATURESONE STRAND OF ONE CONDUCTOR SHALL BE TINNED COPPER FOR IDENTIFICATION
MATERIALPLASTIC, POLYETHYLENE (PP) FIRST POSITION PRIMARY INSULATION ALL CONDUCTORS
VOLTAGE RATING750.0 MAXIMUM ROOT MEAN SQUARE (RMS) OPERATING VOLTAGE ALL CONDUCTORS
MATERIALALUMINUM ALLOY SIXTH POSITION ARMOR CABLE
CONDUCTOR ARRANGEMENT AND QUANTITY1 TWIN-AXIAL TWISTED
MATERIALPLASTIC POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC) FIFTH POSITION JACKET CABLE
MATERIALCOPPER CORE CONDUCTOR ALL CONDUCTORS
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 6
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interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
MIL-C-17/15InterchangeableGOVERNMENT REGISTRY
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
21-310InterchangeableGOVERNMENT REGISTRY
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
RG-111A/UInterchangeableGOVERNMENT REGISTRY
Same NIIN cross-reference
interchangeable
MIL-DTL-17/15InterchangeableGOVERNMENT REGISTRY
Same NIIN cross-reference
interchangeable
M17/15-RG111InterchangeableGOVERNMENT REGISTRY
Same NIIN cross-reference
interchangeable
LIFECYCLE
StatusACTIVEGOVERNMENT REGISTRY
AvailabilityOEM and secondary market
RoHS CompliantEAR99Not HAZMATSourcing: other
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is MIL-C-17/46?
MIL-C-17/46 is a MIL-C-17/46. It is classified as a MRO (MRO_GENERAL).
What parts can replace MIL-C-17/46?
There are 6 known substitutes for MIL-C-17/46: RG22BU, MIL-C-17/15, 21-310 and 3 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
What is the NSN for MIL-C-17/46?
MIL-C-17/46 is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System under NSN 6145-00-643-2173. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.
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