Keeping To Military Specifications For Best Outcomes

Military specifications have come into some debate over the last 10 years or so. Both manufacturers and consumers of various products that require military cables that meet proper specifications discuss the advantages of adhering to these industry standards. All throughout, military specifications have remained the standard and the demand for mil-spec military wires as a wire product is as strong as ever.

Military specifications, or “MIL-Spec” for short, is used to achieve standardization objectives by the U.S. Department of Defense. For this reason, MIL-Spec custom cables and wires are built in accordance with these specifications.

Mil-spec wire and cable are suitable for demanding military electronic applications. Military wire may be used in high frequency electronic applications where high temperatures will probably be encountered. Military wire is specially designed for the harshest environments. Because it is designed for extreme conditions, MIL-Spec wire can be used for an array of purposes. Some applications include: shielding and protective covering, airframe wire, point-to-point wiring, antennas, bus-bar, ground wire, and bonding moving parts. MIL-Spec wire works well in applications requiring high-reliability where physical and environmental demands exist. However, depending on the military specification, individual MIL-Spec wires as well as specialized robotics cables will have certain applications for which they work best.

MIL-Spec wires come in numerous styles, sizes, and conductors. Some types of military wire include 10603 Hook Up Wire, Braid Tinned Copper Wire, MIL-C-13486 Wire, MIL-W-5086 Wire, MIL-C-3432 Wire, MIL-W-16878, MIL-W-16878D Shielded PTFE Cables, MIL-C-27500, MIL-C-17 Coaxial Cable, MIL-W-22759 Wire and many more. Types vary in specific configuration and uses to meet the requirements intended by the consumer. For example, MIL-Spec wiring coated with PTFE has excellent, stable electrical characteristics with low power loss. In the world of MIL-Spec wiring, MIL-Spec connectors also play a part. Like MIL-Spec wires, connectors are designed to military specifications and are intended for military and aerospace applications. They can be used for an array of purposes depending on the military specification.

A number of organizations and standards play a role in military wire and military specifications. Two major contributors are NEMA and the QPL. NEMA develops technical standards and shapes public policy, where the QPL identifies materials and suppliers who are approved for use on certain federal or government projects. Contact your local military and custom wire specialists for more information.