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Spec 55 wire

Product Summary

SPEC 55 wire is insulated with modified radiation cross-linked ETFE polymer. It is available as single-wall or as a dual-wall construction when used as an airframe wire. Chosen for its balance of properties, SPEC 55 wire has outstanding resistance to chemicals and solvents, electrical arc track resistance and is not susceptible to UV and moisture degradation.

SPEC 55 wire is lightweight and can be used continuously at temperatures up to 200ºC and as such is widely used on aircraft, satellites and in formula one autosport harness systems.

Specifications

  • MIL-W-22759/32-35 and /41 to /46 and NEMA-WC-27500 (Cables)
  • Def Stan 61-12 Part 33
  • VG95218 Part 20,Type D; Part 21,Type A; Part 22,Type A; Part 23,Type A; Part 1001 and Part 1002
  • VDE 9426, 9427, 9428
  • British Standard 3G233
  • Civil Aviation Authority Accessory Approval E11749
  • Boeing BMS 13-48
  • Airbus ABS 0820 to 0826
  • Underwriters Laboratory Style 3467
  • NASA preferred product list
  • European Space Agency 3901/012, 3901/020 and 3901/022

Technical Characteristics

  • Tin-plated copper -65°C to +150°C
  • Silver or nickel-plated
    copper -65ºC to +200°C
  • Voltage rating 450V and 600V

Data Sheets

Spec 55 Wire Reference Guide

Download the Reference Guide here