M13486

M13486 (MIL-C-13486 or MIL-DTL-13486) is a highly utilized military specification wire and a heavy duty vehicle and aircraft cable.

The MIL-DTL-13486 military specification was last revised in May 2006 and was originally created by the Department of Defense. The specification typically covers special purpose electrical cables that are heavy-duty for low-tension circuits. The wire may have either one or two conductors and be either shielded or unshielded.

M13486 wire has gained popularity in recent years due to its widespread use for all types of military ground vehicles, including tanks, trailers, trucks, and jeeps. The wire is also used in exposed situations due to its resistance to abrasion, fluids, and weather. Additionally, the MIL-Spec wire is recognized for possessing superior flexibility at most temperatures. M13486 is usually fungus resistant. The wire is typically constructed with a stranded tinned copper conductor, rubber insulating core, inner glass braid and a jacket.

Popular specifications for M13486 wire include M13486/1, M13486/12, and M13486/14. M13486 wire may be on a designated Qualified Products List.

References

* 1. "MIL-Spec Wire Types." [http://www.militarywire.org/typesofmil-specwire.htm]
* 2. "Index of DSCC MIL Specs & Drawings." Defense Supply Center Columbus. [http://www.dscc.dla.mil/Programs/MilSpec/] .

See also

* Defense Standard
* Electrical wiring
* 10603