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MIL-C-17/6 ✓ Verified by PartsTable
· WIRE CABLE
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-17/6 is a the manufacturer industrial component. This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 6145-00-161-0885, 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
MIL-C-17/6
NSN: 6145-00-161-0885
FSC: 6145
CAGE: 81349 — MILITARY SPECIFICATIONS PROMULGATED BY MILITARY DEPARTMENTS/AGENCIES UNDER AUTHORITY OF DEFENSE STANDARDIZATION MANUAL 4120 3-M
SPECIFICATIONS
Part NumberMIL-C-17/6
NSN6145-00-161-0885
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-17/6 · 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
STRAND AWG SIZE PER CONDUCTOR: 26 SINGLE CONDUCTOR
ROUND CONDUCTOR SIZE: 18 AWG SINGLE CONDUCTOR
MATERIAL: COPPER CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
CONDUCTOR ARRANGEMENT AND QUANTITY: 1 COAXIAL
SURFACE TREATMENT DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATION: ASTM B33-63 ASSN STD SINGLE TREATMENT RESPONSE CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
STRAND QUANTITY PER CONDUCTOR: 7 SINGLE CONDUCTOR
MATERIAL DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATION: ASTM B33 ASSN STD SINGLE MATERIAL RESPONSE CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS (FLIS)
STRAND AWG SIZE PER CONDUCTOR26 SINGLE CONDUCTOR
ROUND CONDUCTOR SIZE18 AWG SINGLE CONDUCTOR
MATERIALCOPPER CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
CONDUCTOR ARRANGEMENT AND QUANTITY1 COAXIAL
SURFACE TREATMENT DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATIONASTM B33-63 ASSN STD SINGLE TREATMENT RESPONSE CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
STRAND QUANTITY PER CONDUCTOR7 SINGLE CONDUCTOR
MATERIALPLASTIC, POLYETHYLENE (PP) FIRST POSITION PRIMARY INSULATION SINGLE CONDUCTOR
MATERIAL DOCUMENT AND CLASSIFICATIONASTM B33 ASSN STD SINGLE MATERIAL RESPONSE CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
MATERIALCOPPER SECOND POSITION SHIELD BRAID METALLIC SINGLE CONDUCTOR
VOLTAGE RATING3700.0 MAXIMUM ROOT MEAN SQUARE (RMS) OPERATING VOLTAGE SINGLE CONDUCTOR
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 21
ANSI-C18.1MInterchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
BA261UInterchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
82-61Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
101101LEInterchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
PInterchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
M17/6-RG12Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
LIFECYCLE
StatusCANCELLED
Availability
RoHS CompliantEAR99Not HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is MIL-C-17/6?
MIL-C-17/6 is a MIL-C-17/6.
What parts can replace MIL-C-17/6?
There are 21 known substitutes for MIL-C-17/6: ANSI-C18.1M, BA261U, 82-61 and 18 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is MIL-C-17/6 still available?
MIL-C-17/6 is currently cancelled.
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