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MIL-DTL-16878/15 — 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-DTL-16878/15 is a the manufacturer industrial component. Key specifications include color: RED FIRST POSITION PRIMARY INSULATION SINGLE CONDUCTOR, material: PLASTIC CROSS LINKED POLYETHYLENE FIRST POSITION PRIMARY INSULATION SINGLE CONDUCTOR, temp_rating: 0.0 CELSIUS AND 125.0 CELSIUS DEGC, tracer_color: BLUE SINGLE TRACER SINGLE CONDUCTOR, conductor_form: STRANDED SINGLE CONDUCTOR, voltage_rating: 1000.0 MAXIMUM ROOT MEAN SQUARE (RMS) OPERATING VOLTAGE SINGLE CONDUCTOR. This product is currently in active production with full OEM support.

This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 6145-01-227-4662, 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-DTL-16878/15
NSN: 6145-01-227-4662
FSC: 6145
CAGE: 81349 — MILITARY SPECIFICATIONS PROMULGATED BY MILITARY DEPARTMENTS/AGENCIES UNDER AUTHORITY OF DEFENSE STANDARDIZATION MANUAL 4120 3-M
SPECIFICATIONS
colorRED FIRST POSITION PRIMARY INSULATION SINGLE CONDUCTOR
materialPLASTIC CROSS LINKED POLYETHYLENE FIRST POSITION PRIMARY INSULATION SINGLE CONDUCTOR
temp_rating0.0 CELSIUS AND 125.0 CELSIUS DEGC
tracer_colorBLUE SINGLE TRACER SINGLE CONDUCTOR
conductor_formSTRANDED SINGLE CONDUCTOR
voltage_rating1000.0 MAXIMUM ROOT MEAN SQUARE (RMS) OPERATING VOLTAGE SINGLE CONDUCTOR
outside_diameter0.720 INCHES NOMINAL SINGLE CONDUCTOR IN
special_featuresDIELECTRIC WITHSTANDING VOLTAGE: 3.0 KV
surface_treatmentTIN CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
round_conductor_size14 AWG SINGLE CONDUCTOR
end_item_identification5411-01-581-2654
cross-sectional_shape_styleROUND
NSN6145-01-227-4662
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
WIRE / CABLE — AMPACITY DEPENDS ON INSTALLATION CROSS-SECTION JACKET WIRE SPECIFICATIONS Conductor Size: — Conductor Count: — Voltage Rating: — Insulation: — Temp Rating: — PN: MIL-DTL-16878/15 · 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: 0.124 INCHES NOMINAL IN
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CROSS-SECTIONAL SHAPE STYLE: ROUND
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VOLTAGE RATING: 1000.0 MAXIMUM ROOT MEAN SQUARE (RMS) OPERATING VOLTAGE SINGLE CONDUCTOR
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STRAND AWG SIZE PER CONDUCTOR: 25 SINGLE CONDUCTOR
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MATERIAL: PLASTIC POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE (PET)(POLYESTER) FIRST POSITION PRIMARY INSULATION SINGLE CONDUCTOR
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CONDUCTOR FORM: STRANDED SINGLE CONDUCTOR
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COLOR: GRAY/GREY FIRST POSITION COVER SINGLE CONDUCTOR
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS (FLIS)
CROSS SECTION OUTSIDE DIAMETER0.124 INCHES NOMINAL IN
CROSS-SECTIONAL SHAPE STYLEROUND
VOLTAGE RATING1000.0 MAXIMUM ROOT MEAN SQUARE (RMS) OPERATING VOLTAGE SINGLE CONDUCTOR
STRAND AWG SIZE PER CONDUCTOR25 SINGLE CONDUCTOR
MATERIALPLASTIC POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE (PET)(POLYESTER) FIRST POSITION PRIMARY INSULATION SINGLE CONDUCTOR
CONDUCTOR FORMSTRANDED SINGLE CONDUCTOR
MATERIALCOPPER CORE CONDUCTOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR
COLORGRAY/GREY FIRST POSITION COVER SINGLE CONDUCTOR
TEST DATA DOCUMENT81349-MIL-W-16878 SPECIFICATION (INCLUDES ENGINEERING TYPE BULLETINS, BROCHURES,ETC., THAT REFLECT SPECIFICATION TYPE DATA IN SPECIFICATION FORMAT; EXCLUDES COMMERCIAL CATALOGS, INDUSTRY DIRECTORIES, AND SIMILAR TRADE PUBLICATIONS, REFLECTING GENERAL TYPE DATA ON CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS AND TEST CONDITIONS THAT ARE SHOWN AS "TYPICAL", "AVERAGE", "NOMINAL", ETC.).
STRAND QUANTITY PER CONDUCTOR19 SINGLE CONDUCTOR
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 5
HP3-EEXBEB6Upgraded Successor
successor cross-reference
successor
NEMA-HP3Upgraded Successor
successor cross-reference
successor
1522580-6Upgraded Successor
successor cross-reference
successor
M16878/15BLE8Interchangeable
Same NIIN cross-reference
interchangeable
MIL-W-16878/15Interchangeable
Same NIIN cross-reference
interchangeable
LIFECYCLE
StatusACTIVE
AvailabilityOEM and secondary market
RoHS CompliantEAR99Not HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is MIL-DTL-16878/15?
MIL-DTL-16878/15 is a MIL-DTL-16878/15. It is classified as a MRO (MRO_GENERAL).
What parts can replace MIL-DTL-16878/15?
There are 5 known substitutes for MIL-DTL-16878/15: HP3-EEXBEB6, NEMA-HP3, 1522580-6 and 2 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
What is the NSN for MIL-DTL-16878/15?
MIL-DTL-16878/15 is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 6145-01-227-4662. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.
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