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June 10, 1988
SUPERSEDING
J-w-l177A/GEN
September 27, 1976
(See 6.6)

FEDEML SPECIFICATION

WIRE, MAGNET, ELECTRICAL, GENEML SPECIFICATION

This specificationis approved by the Commissioner,Federal Supply

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Service, General Services Administration, for the use of all Federal
agencies.
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1. SCOPE AND CLASSIFICATION

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1.1 Scope. This specification covers electrical magnet wire of various
classes and types used for fabricating armature coils, field coils, solenoid
coils, transformer coils, and other such windings for use in electrical and
electronic equipment.
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1.1.1 Federal specification coverage. Federal specificationsdo not

include all types, classes, and styles of the commodity indicated by the titles
of the specifications,but are intended to cover only those used by the Federal
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Government.

1.2 Classification= Electrical magnet wire shall be of the following

classes, types, shapes, and sizes as specified (see 6.2.1)s

1.2.1 Classes and typeso The class of the magnet wire indicates the
thermal evaluation of the material (see 4.7.15). The class and type designa-
tions for the various magnet wire products covered by this specificationare
listed in the applicable specification sheets-

1.2.2 Shapes. The wire shall be round, square, or rectangular as 6peci-

fied on the applicable specification sheeto For the purpose of this specifica-
tion, square and rectangularwire are hereinafter referred to as rectangular
wire, and the smaller dimension as the thickness dimension

1.2.3 Sizes. Wire sizes shall be specified in bare-wire dimensions; that

is, in specifying wire sizes (and in referring to them herein), the effect of
the addition of the insulation in increasing the dimensions of the bare wire is
disregarded~ For round wire, American Wire Gauge (AWG) sizes shall be used; and
for rectangularwire, dimension in inches.

AMsc N/ii FSC 6i45

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A Approved for public release; distribution unlimited

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1.2.3.1 Intermediatesizes= Wire sizes between AWG sizes or having

dimensions not listed in the applicable specificationsheets may be specified. e
These products shall meet the dimensional requirementsdefined in 3.4.

103 Part number. Part number shall be of the following iorm as specified
(see 6.2.1).

Fl177/XX (see 1.3.1) 02 (see 1.3.2) C (see 1.3.3) 021 (see 1.3.4) R (see 1.3.5)

193-1 Federal specificationnumber. The federal specificationsheet number

designation consists of a prefix F which indicates a federal specificationitem,
the specification number, and the specification sheet-

1.3.2 Class and type. The type of insulation consists of a two digit codes
The type will be defined on the specificationsheet.

00 - Type SU Class (Texnprating) 105 degrees Celsius (°C)

01 - Type SN Class (Temp rating) los”c
02 - Type T Class (Temp rating) los”c
03 - Type TN Class (Temp rating) 105”C
04 - Type TB Class (Temp rating) los”c
05 - Type SUN Class (Temp rating) los”c

1.3.3 Conductor code. A single alpha character shall indicate the con-
ductor material.

c - Copper
I A - Aluminum
N - Nickel-coated copper
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s - Silver-coatedcopper

1.3.4 Conductor size. A three digit code shall indicate the AUG size of a
round conductor and the dimensions in inches of a rectangularwireo

1.3.5 Shape. A single alpha character shall indicate the wire shapeo

o - Round
s - Square
R - Rectangular

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 The following documents, of the issue in effect on date of invitation

for bids or request for proposal, form a part of this specificationto the extent
specified herein:

Federal Specifications:

(N-V-343 - Wire, Electrical, Copper (Uninsulat.ed)~

PPP-B-636 - Boxes, Shipping, Fiberboard.
PPP-F-320 - Fiberboard; Corrugated and Solid, Sheet stoc~
(Container Grade), and Cut Shapes.
PI?P-L-1607 - Lagging, Wood, Wirebound. —

(.Seesupplement 1 for list of associated specifications-)

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Federal Standards:

FED-STD-123 - Marking for Shipment (Civil Agencies).

NATIONAL BUREAU OF STANDARDS (NBS)

Handbook 100 - Copper Wire Tables=

(Applicationfor copies should be addressed to the Superintendentof Docu-

ments, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402~)
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(Activities outside the Federal Government may obtain copies of Federal
specifications,standards and Commercial Item Descriptions as outlined under
General Information in the Index of Federal Specifications,Standards, and
Commercial Item Descriptions- The Index, which includes cumulative bimonthly
supplements as issued, is for sale on a subscription basis by the Superintendent
of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402~

(Copies of listed federal and military standards, specifications,Commerial

Item Descriptions (CIDS), handbooks and associated documents listed in the Depart-
ment of Defense Index of Specificationsand Standards (DoDHS), should be obtained
I from the DOD Single Stock point, Commanding Officer, ~~avalpublications and FOrEM
Center, 5801 Tabor Avenue, Philadelphia,PA 19120. Copies of industry association
dc)cumentsshould be obtained from the sponsor. Copies of all other listed docu-
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ments should be obtained from the contracting activity or as directed by the
contracting officer.

(Federal Government activities may obtain copies of Federal standardiza~ion

documents and the Index of Federal Specifications,Standards, and Commercial
Item Descriptions from established distribution points in their agencies.)

Military Specifications:

MIL-P-116 - Preservation,Nethods of.

!!.IL-Y-1140 - Yarn, Cord, SieevinG, Cloth and Tape-Glass.
~IL-L-~914~ - Lumber and Plvood, Fire-RetardantTreated.
MIL-I-24092 - Insulating Varnish, Electrical, Impregnating,
I solvent cont~inin~.

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Military Stantiarcki:

M1L-STD-105 - Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by

Attributes.
MIL-STD-2073-1 - DoD Materiel Procedures for Development a~d
Application of Packaging Requirements*

(Copies of military specificationsand standards required by contractors

in connection with specific acquisition functions should be.obtained from the
contracting activity or as diretted by the contracting activity.)

2.2 Other publications. The following documents form a part of this

specification to the extent specified herein. Unless a specific issue is
identified, the issue in effect on date of invitation for bids or request for
proposa~.shall apply.

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AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING A’NDMATERIALS (ASTM)

B3- Standard Specification for Soft or Annealed Copper
Wire. (DoD adopted)
B48- Standard Specification for Soft Rectangular and Square
Bare Copper Wire for Electrical Connectors.
B 193 - Standard Test Method for Resistivity of Electrical
Conductor Materials. (DoD adopted)
B 298 - Standard Specification for Silver_CoatedSoft or
knealed Copper Wire- (DoD adopted)
B 355 - Standard Specification for Nickel<oated Soft or
Annealed Copper Wire. (DoD adopted)
D 2307 - Standard Test Method for Thermal Endurance of Film-
Insulated Round Magnet Wire.
D 3951 - Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging. (DoD adopted)
E8- Standard Test Methods of Tension Testing of Metallic
Materials (DoD adopted)

(Applicationfor copies should be addressed CO the American Society for

Testing and Materials, 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia,PA 19103.)

NATLONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)

Mw 1000 - Magnet Wire*

(Application for copies should be addressed to the National Electrical

Manufacturers Association, 2101 L Street, m, Washington, DC 200370)

(industry association specificationsand scanaaras are generaiiy available

for reference from libraries They are also distributed among technical groups
and using Federal agencies-)

2.3 Order of precedence. In the event of a conflict between the text of

this specification and the references cited herein (except for associateddetail
specifications, specificationsheets or MS standards), the text of this speci-
fication shall take precedence. Nothing in this specification,however, shall
supersede applicable laws and regulations unless a specific exemption has been
obtained.

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Specificationsheets~ The individual item requirementsshall be as

specified herein and in accordance with the applicable specificationsheets.
In the event of any conflict between the requirementsof this specificationand
che specification sheets, the latter shall governs

3.2 Qualificationc Classes 105, 130, 155, 180, 200, and 220 magnet wire,
furnished under this specificationshall be a product which is qualified for
listing on the applicable qualified products list at the time set for opening
of bids (see 4.5 and 6.3).

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3.3 Materials and shapes. The materials and shapes for the magnet wire
shall be in accordance with NEMA MW 1000 and as specified herein; however, when
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a definite material is not specified, a material shall be used which will enable
the wire to meet the performance requirements of this specification~ Acceptance
or approval of any constituent material shall not be construed as a guaranty of
the acceptance of the finished product. The material shall be new. There shall
be no used, “reclaimed,repaired or salvaged materials

3.3.1 Conductors. Unless otherwise specified (see 6.2.1), conductors shall

be of copper.

3.3.1.1 Copper. Copper wire shall be as specified in 3.3.1.1.1 through

3.3.1.3.

3.3.1.1.1 Round wire. The bare copper wire, after insulating, shail
conform to type S of QQ-W-343, where applicable- Splices shall be of the butt
type. Annealing may be done before, during or after insulating.

3.3.1.1.2 Rectangular wire. Conductors for rectangularwire shall conforin

to ASTM B 48; however, in all film types and glass insulated wire, the copper
conductors may be medium-hard drawn, and annealed during or after insulating=

3.3.1.2 Silver-coatedwire. When specified (see 6.2.1), silver-coated

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copper wire shall conform to ASTM B 298. The coating thickness shall be not
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3.3.1.3 Nickel-coatedwire. When specified (see 6.2.1), nickel-coated
lk- copper wire shall conform to ASTM B 355. The coating thickness shall be not
less than 50 microinches.

3.3.1.4 Aluminum wire. Film-coated aluminum round wire, sizes 10 through

14 AWG shall have a yield strength not less than 7,000 pounds per square inch
(lb/in2) and a tensile strength not less than 13,000 lb/in2. Sizes 1S through
25 AWG shall have a yield strength got less than 8,000 lb/in2 and a tensile
strength not less than 13,000 lb/inz. Larger round sizes, all rectangular
film-coated and all fibrous-coveredwire shall have a yield strength not less
than 5,000 lb/in2 and shall have a tensile strength not less than 9,000 lb/in2.
The yield strength shall be determined in accordance with the 0.2 percent offset
method as specified in ASTM E 8.

3.3.1.4.1 Aluminum wire sizes and requirements. Aluminum wire sizes and
property requirementsthat are not defined in this specificationshall be in
accordance with NEMA MW 1000 for the equivalent magnet wire product.

3.3.1.5 Joints, copper aluminum conductors Magnet wire shall be furnished

in length and with necessary joints as specified in NEMA MW 1000.

3.3.2 Insulation. Insulation shall be as specified in 3.3.2.1 through

3.3.2.2.

3.3.2.1 Insulatingmaterials. Insulating materials shall be homogeneous,

free from blisters, wrinkles, bumps or impurities or defects which would
deleteriously affect mechanical or electrical properties of the finished wire.
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3.3.2.1.1 Glass fiber. The glass fiber shall be continuous-filament

glass yarn conforming to MIL-Y-1140.

3.3.2.1.2 Glass and polyester fiber. The fiber covering shall consist of
a combination of polyester and glass fibers. The glass fiber shall be a
continuous-filamentglass yarn conforming to MIL-Y-1140S The polyester fiber
shall be a high-grade yarn resulting from the linear polymerizationof ethylene
glycol and terephthalicacid. The maximum con~ent by weight of polyester fiber
in the yarn shall not exceed 50 percents

3.3.2.1.3 plication of fibrous covering. The fibrous covering shall be

wrapped firmly, closely, evenly and continuously around the wire. When more
than one layer of fiber is applied, adjacent layers shall be wound in opposite
directions. The polyester-glassfiber covering shall be fused. If a tracer is
specified (see 6.2.1), one or more ends of glass yarn shall be black or green,
and the dye or pigment used for this purpose shall be sufficiently stable so as
to retain its color identity after a varnish treatment and subsequent baking.

3.3.2.1.4 Film insulation. Film insulation shall be such that the magnet
wire meets the requirements specified for the applicable type and class of wi.re~

3.3.2.1.5 Varnish. Varnish used in treating glass and glass-and-

polyester-fiber-wire shall conform to MIL-I.-24O92,grade CB, or an alter-
nate selected on the basis of service experience or equivalent test data. The
varnish used shail be identified on the qualification test report {see 6.3).

A crack in the film coating shall be defined as an opening in the coating which
exposes the bare conductors to view. Wire sizes AWC 30 and larger shall be
examined with normal vision defined as 20/ZO, after correction with eyeglasses,
if necessary. Sizes 30 to 44 AWG, inclusive shall be examined under 6X to 10X
magnification and sizes 45 and finer shall be examined under 10X to 15X
magnification.

3.4 Increase in bare-ire dimensions. The maximum increase in dimensions

due to insulation specified herein may be exceeded provided the overall diameter
of the finished wire does not exceed the computed maximum overall dimen~ions of
the finished wire determined by adding the maximum specified increase due co
insulation and the maximum specified bare-k-iredimensions=

3.4.1 Intermediate sizes. Intermediatesizes shall be as specified in

3.4.1.1 and 3.4.1.2.

3.4.1.1 Round wire. For wire sizes between AWG sizes, the minimum increase
in dimension due to the film coating or fibrous covering shall be the same as for
the next larger AWG size. Nominal bare wire dimensions shall be as specified in
the ordering information with tolerances interpolated in accordance with
NEMA MW 1000 bare wire tables. The maximum overall dimensions shall also be
interpolated. Test values shall be the same as for the next smaller AWG sizes.

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I 3.4.1.2 Rectangular and square wire. The minimum increase in dimensions

i _ due to the insulation for rectangularwire having dimensions not shown in the
applicable specificationsheets shall be the same as that specified for the next
larger thickness or width. The bare-wire dimensions shall be as specified in the
ordering informationwith tolerances interpolated using the specificationsheet
data. The maximum overall dimensions shall be similarly interpolated=

3.S Workmanship. Varnish or resin used shall be cured, free from bubbles,
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coating shall be applied to types Dg and Dg2 wire. The wire shall be free from
dire, grease, moisture, dust, and metallic particles in insulation.
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4. QWLLXTY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

4.1 Responsibilityfor inspection. Unless otherwise specified in the

contract or purchase order, the contractor is responsible for the performance
of all inspection requirementsas specified herein. Except as otherwise speci-
fied in the contract or purchase order, the contractor may use his own or any
other facilities suitable for the performance of the inspection requirements
specified herein, unless disapproved by the Government. The Government reserves
I the right to perform any of the inspections set forth in the specificationwhere
such inspections are deemed necessary to assure supplies and services conform to
prescribed requirements~

4.1.1 Responsibilityfor compliance. All items must meet all requirements

of sections 3 and S. The inspection set forth in this specificationshall
become a part of the contractor’soverall inspection system or quality program.
The absence of any inspection requirements in the specificationshall not
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relieve the contractor of the responsibilityof assuring that all products or
I supplies submitted to the Government for acceptance comply with all requirements
of the contractor Sampling in quality conformance does not authorize submis-
sion of known defective material, either indicated or actual, nor does it commit
the Government to acceptance of defective material-

4.1.2 Test equipment and inspection facilities. Test equipment and

inspection facilities shall be of sufficient accuracy, quality, and quantity to
permit performance of the required inspection- The contractor shall establish
calibration of inspection equipment to the satisfaction of the Government.

4.2 Classificationof inspections. The inspection requirements specified

herein are classified as follows:

(a) Component-materialsinspection (see 4.3).

(b) Qualification inspection (see 4.5).
(c) Quality conformance (see 4.6).

4.3 Component-materialsinspection. Componentmaterials inspection shall

consist of verification that the component materials listed in table I used in
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documents or requirementsprior to such fabrication Component materials shall
meet all the requirementsof the applicable referenced documents. If no appli-
cable document is cited in table I,-the material may be verified, if necessary,
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TABLE 1. Component-materialsinspection.
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Component materials/ Requirement documents

Conductors:
Copper --------- ---- 3.3.1.1
Round, AWG size 50 and larger
in diameter --------- 3.3.1.1.1 ~/QQ-W-343
Rectangular - - - - - - - - - 3.3.1.1.2 ASTM B 48
Silver-coated copper - - - - - - 3.3.1.2 ASTM B 298
Nickel-coated copper - - - - - - 3.3.1*3 ASTM B 355
i Aluminum, rectangular,round - - 3.3.1.4
Glass fiber ------- ------ 3.3.2.1.1 MIL-Y-1140
3.3.2.1.2 ---
Glass and polyester fiber - - - - - -
Varnish -------- ------- 3.3.2.1.5 MIL-I-24092

~/ Testing may be performed either before or after insulating.

~/ Samples shall be selected on the basis of 10 percent of any lot of spools
and reels up to and including 100, and one additional spool or reel for
every 24 spools or reels over 100.

4.4 Inspectionconditions Unless othe~ise specified on the applicable

specificationsheet, all tests shall be made at room temperature,which shall
be 20 to 45eC (b8 to 113 degrees Fahrenheit (@F))o in case of noc meeting
requirements arising out of inspection made under these inspection conditions>
the wire samples shall be dried for 48 hours at 105 ~ 3“C, conditioned for 4
hours at 23 ~ 5°C and 50 ~ 5 percent relative humidity, and reinspectedafter
such conditioning. Temperatures shall be controlledwithin plus or minus 2“C,
or 2 percent of that specified, whichever is larger, and relative humidities
within plus or minus 5 percent of that specified.

4.5 Qualification inspection. Qualification inspection shall be conducted

at a laborato~ acceptable to the Command or agency concerned- Qualification
inspection shall consist of the tests specified on the applicable specification
sheet (see 3.1)*

4.5.1 Qualificationspecimen. The contractors requesting qualified products

listing shall manufacture and be responsible for testing at least one specimen of
wire for each class and type for which qualification is sought- The specimen of
wire subjected to qualification testing of round film-coated wire shall be AWG
noe 18 heavy film build, unless otherwise specified in 4.7, and shall be the basis
for the qualification listing of all sizes and film thicknesses shown on the appli-
cable specificationsheet* The size of wire for qualification testing of film
insulated rectangularwire shall be as agreed upon between the contractor and Naval
Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and have a heavy film build and shall be the basis
for qualification listing of all sizes and thicknesses of film listed on the applic-
able specificationsheet. The specimen of wire for qualification testing of
fibrous-coveredround or rectangularwire shall be as agreed upon between the
contractor and NAVSEA and have an underlying varnish covering and shall be the
basis for qualification listing of all sizes and types of insulation combina- —
Lions listed on the applicable specificationsheet.

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4.6 Quality conformance. Quality conformance shall be as sDecified

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4.6.1 through 4.6.2.
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4.6.1 Inspection of product for delivery- Inspection of product for
delivery shall consist of component_materialsinspection of 403 and of groups
A, B, and C-inspection of 4.6.1.2, 4.6.1.3 and 4.6.1.4.

I 4.6.1.1 Sampling. Sampling for quality conformance shall be as specified

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4.6.1.1.1 Inspection lot. An inspection lot shall consist of all the

magnet wire of the same class, type, shape, and size or size range, manufactured
under essentially the same conditions, and offered for inspection at one timeo
A range of sizes may be consolidated into one inspection lot, provided that the
ratio of the largest conductor cross-section to the smallest conductor cross-
section does not exceed five.

4.6.1.1.2 Unit of product. The unit of product shall be a spool, reel,

container or other package of magnet wire of any length.

4.6.1.1.3 Lot size. The lot size shall be the number of units of product
in an inspection lot=

4.6.1.1.4 Sample. A sample shall be one or more sample units selected

from an inspection lot in accordance with the sampling plan for the lot size
determined as specified in 4.6.1.1.3.

4.6.1.1.5 Sample unit. A sample unit shall be a unit of product seiected

in an unbiased manner and shall be part of a sample from which specimens are
taken.

4.6.1.1.6 Specimen. A specimen shall be an individual piece of wire talcen

from a sample unit and subjected to inspection.

4.6.1.1.7 Defective unit. Failure in any one test shall constitute a

defect; however, if the sample unit fails more than one test in any test group,
it shall be counted as only one defective unit.

4.6.1.1.8 Rejected lots. If an inspection lot is rejected, the contractor

may withdraw the lot, rework it to correct the defects, or screen out the
I defective units and again reinspect it, as applicable- Such lots shall be kept
I separate from new lots, and shall be clearly identified as reinspected lots.
I Such lots shall be reinspected using tightened inspection.
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4.6.1.2 Group A inspection. Group A inspection shall consist of the examin-
ations and tests specified in table II and made on the same set of samples.
The appropriate tests for each product shall be as specified on the applicable
specificationsheets.

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TABLE II. Group A inspection.

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Examination or test Method AQL (percent defective)

Visual and 4.7.1 1.5

dimensional
Increase in bare 4.7.1 1.5
dimensions
Adhesion and 4.7.2 4.0
flexibility
Elongation 4.7.5 4.0
Springback 4.7.7 4.0

4.6.1.2.1 Sampling plan. Statistical sampling and inspection shall be in

accordance with MIL-STD-105 for ordinary inspection. The inspection level shall
be I when the specified acceptable quality level (AQL) is 400. The AQL shall be
as specified in table II. Defects shall be as defined in MIL-STD-1OS and in
table 111=

TABLE 111. Classificationof defects.

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Categories Defects

critical: None defined.

101 Type and size not as specified.

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Material nonconforming;evidence of unauthorized
material used.
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Material not new; evidence of used, reclaimed,
repaired, or salvaged parts-
203 Material of conductors nonconforming;noc in accordance
with specifications.
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04 Insulation not homogeneous; has blisters, wrin~:les~
cracks, bumps-
205 Fiber or filament insulation wrapping uneven; not firm
and continuous-
206 Application method of synthetic resin not as specified
(types T, T2, T3, and T4, synthetic-resininsulated).
207 Increase in diameter of bare round wire, clueto addition
of synthetic-resininsulation,is not within specified
limits (types T, T2, T3, and T4).
208 Increase in dimensions of bare rectangularwire, due to
addition of synthetic-resininsulation, is nc)twithin
specified limits (types T, T2, and T4).
209 Glass not in accordance with specification(types GX
and G2X, glass insulated)-
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TABLE 111. Classificationof defects. - Continued

Categories Defects

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210 Glass wrap or wraps not completely coated and filled
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with specified varnish or resin (types GX and G2X).
i 211 Varnish or resin used is not cured; has bubbles, soft
spots, uneven surface (types GX and G2X).
212 Increase in dimensions of bare round and rectangular
I wire, due to addition of glass insulation, single or
double, is not within specified limits (types GX and
G2X).
213 Glass fiber not as specified (types Dg and Dg2, glass-
and-polyester-fiberinsulated).
214 Polyester fiber in insulation greater than maximum per-
cent allowed (types Dg and Dg2)~
215 Varnish or bonding material used in insulation is not
as specified; wrap or wraps not thoroughly coated and
filled with varnish or bonding material (types Dg and
Dg2).
216 Varnish or bonding material is rough, uneven, has bare
spots, soft spots (types Dg and Dg2).
217 Paraffin or other deleterious coating applied to insu-
lated wire (types Dg and Dg2).
1 218 Increase in dimensions of bare round and rectangular
wire, due to addition of single or double insulation,
is not within specified limits (types Dg and Dg2).
219 Combination insulations: size limits not as specified.
220 Combination insulations: increase in dimensions of bare
wire is not within specified limits.
221 Wire splices are not butt type; construction of splices
is such that diameter, configuration,resistivity, flexi-
bility, and mechanical strength are adversely affected.
222 Manufacture of magnet wire such that it is not free of
dirt, grease, moisture, dust, metallic particles in
insulation.
223 Round or rectangular magnet wire not wound on spools or
reels; maximum weight or wire per spool or reel noncon-
forming.

Minor: None defined.

4.6.1.2.2 Disposition of sample units. Sample units which have passed

group A inspection may be delivered on the contract, if the lot is accepted.

4.6.1.3 Group B inspection* Group B inspection shall consist of &he tests

specified in table IV.
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TABLE IV. Group B inspection.

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I Test Method

Heat shock 4.7.4

Dielectric strength 4.7.9
Continuity
High voltage 4.7.11
Low voltage 4.7.10
Completeness of cure 4.7.16
Solderability 4.7.17
Helical coil bond 4.7.13
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4.6.1.3.1 Sampling plana The sampling plan shall be in accordance with

MIL-STD-105 for small-sample inspection. Unless othemise specified herein,
normal inspection shall be used at the start of the contractc The AQL shall be
6.5 (percent defective), and the inspection level shall be S4 for normal and
tightened inspection, and S3 for reduced inspection-

4.6.1.3.2 Disposition of sample units. Sample units which have passed

group B inspection may be delivered on the contract, if the lot is accepted.

4.6.1.4 Group C inspection. Group C inspection shall consist of the tests

specified in table V. Shipment shall not be held up pending results of the
inspection.

TABLE V. Group C inspection

Test Method I
Scrape resistance 4.7.6
Thermoplastic flow 4.7.8
Volubility 4.7.12
Dielectric strength at 4.7.14
rated temperature
Thermal evaluation 4.7.15

4.6.1.4.1 Sampling plan. Three sample units of magnet wire shall be

selected from the first lot and thence from each 3-month production or 5,000
units, whichever is less.

4.6.1.4.2 Nonconformance. If a sample fails to pass group C inspection,

the contractor shall take corrective action on the materials or process, or
both, as warranted, and on all units of product which can be corrected and
which were manufactured under essentially the same conditions,with essentially
the same materials, processes, and so forth, and which are considered subject
to the same failure. Acceptance of the product shall be discontinueduntil
corrective action, acceptable to the Government, has been taken~ After the
corrective action has been taken, group C inspection shall be repeated on —

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additional sample units (all inspection, or the inspection which the original
sample failed, at the option of the Government)- Groups A and B inspection may
be reinstituted;however, final accep~ance shall be withheld until the group C
reinspection has shown that the corrective action was successful In the event
of failure after reinspection, information concerning the failure and the correc-
tive action-taken shall be furnished to the contracting activity.

4.6.1.4.3 Disposition of sample units. Sample units which have passed

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group C inspection may be delivered on the contract, if the lot is accepted~
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4.6.2 Retests. Unless otherwise specified in 4.7 or in the applicable

specification sheets, the test or tests under which a wire may have failed shall ‘
be repeated zwice, and the wire shall be regarded as meeting the requirements of
this specification if the results of both additional tests are satisfactory.

4.7 Test methods. Test methods shall be as specified in 4.7.1 through

4.7.17.

4.7.1 Visual and dimensional examination. Each of the finished samples

of magnet wire selected in accordance with 4.6.1*2 shall be visually and dimen-
sionally examined to verify that materials and construction conform to this
specificaciono
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4.7.1.1 Materials and construction. Examination shall be made of con-
ductors, insulation coverings and processing to determine that the magnet wire
conforms to this specification.

4.7.1.2 Dimensions. Bare wire diameter, diameter of insulation thickness

and overall wire diameter shall be measured by the methods specified in
NEMA MW 1000 for the specific type and size of wire.

4.7.2 Adhesion and flexibility. Adhesion and flexibility shall be as speci-

fied in 4.7.2.1.
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I 4.7.2.1 Film-coated round and rectangular wire. A specimen shall be
I tested and examine(ifor adherence and flexibilityas specified in NEMA Ml/lCJOO
for the specific type and size of wire.
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4.7.2.2 Fibrous-coveredround wire. Fibrous-coveredround wire shall be
tested as specified in 4.7.2.2.1 and 4.7.2.2.2.

4.7.2.2.1 Mandrel test. When required by the applicable specification

sheet, the specimen shall be wound on a mandrel and examined with normal vision
for cracks in the covering. The examination and test procedure shall be as
specified in NEMA MW 1000.

4.7.2,2.2 Elongation test. When required by the applicable specification

sheet, a specimen shall be elongated in accordance with NEMA MW 1000. The
specimen shall be examined with normal vision.

4.7.2.3 Fibrous-covered rectangularwire. Fibrous-coveredrectangular

wire shall be tested as specified in 4.7.2.3.1 and 4.7.2.3.2.
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4.7.2.3.1 Without underlying film coatin~. The specimen shall be wound

on a mandrel and tested dielectricallyaccording to the methods specified in
NEMA MW 1000.

4.7.2.3.2 With underlying film coatin~. The specimen shall be elongated

and examined according to the methods specified in NEMA MW 1000.

4.7.3 Bend test. When required by the specificationsheet, a bend test

shall be performed on film-covered rectangularwire. The bend test shall be
performed in accordancewith NEMA MW 1000.

4.7.4 Heat shock. Heat shock of film-coated round and rectangularwire

shall be determined using the heat shock test method specified in NEMA MW 1000.
Heat shock temperaturesand the percent elongation of rectangularwire shall
be as required by the applicable specification sheets.

4.7.5 Elongation. Elongation shall be determined by the procedure

specified in NEMA MN 1000 for the specific type of wire.

4.7.6 Scrape resistance. Scrape resistance shall be determined on film-

coated round magnet wire by the procedure specified in NEMA MW 1000.

4.7.7 SDringback. Springback measurements shall be made on film-coated

round wire by the method specified in NEMA MW 1000.

4.7.8 Thermoplastic flow. Thermoplastic flow shall be determined on

fiim-coaced round magnet wire by the method specified in NEMA m%”iOOU. To
provide a value for film-coated rectangularwire, heavy build film-coated
18 AWG wire shall be tested.

4.7.9 Dielectric strength. Dielectric strength measurement shall be in

accordance with the methods specified in NEMA MW 1000 for the specific type and
size of magnet wire.

4.7.10 Low voltage continuity. Low voltage continuity measurements shall

be made In accordance with NEMA MW 1000. Test results may depend on the material
used for the conductive bath. Correlation of values with mercury shall be
determined and included in the qualification test report, if any other bath
material is used. (Due caution must be observed with mercury in regard to
ventilation and the disposition of contaminatedwires Check appropriate state
and local regulations)

4.7.11 High voltage continuity. High voltage continuity tests shall be

as specified in NEMA MW 1000 for the specific type and size of magnet wire-

4.7.12 Volubility. Volubilitymeasurements shall be determined by the

method specified in NEMA MW 1000 for the specific type and size of magnet wire.
The immersion liquid shall be as specified in the applicable specification
sheet.

4.7.13 Helical bond strength. Helical bond strength shall be as specified

in 4.7*13*1 through 4.7.14.

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4.7.13*1 Heat bonding. Bond strength shall be measured after heat

L activating the adhesive* The time and temperature required for heat bonding
shall be & specified in the applicable specification sheets. Specimen prepar-
ation and test procedures shall be as specified in NEMA MW 1000 for the specific
size of magnet wire, except where indicated in the applicable specification
sheets.

4.7.13.2 Solvent bonding. Bond strength shall be measured after solvent

activating the adhesive. The solvent shall be as specified in the applicable
specificationsheets. Specimen preparation and test procedures shall be as
specified in NE’MAMW 1000 for the specific size of magnet wire.

4.7.14 Dielectric strength at temperature. Dielectric strength at a

temperature equal to the thermal class, as specified in the applicable specifica-
tion sheet, shall be measured according to the methods specified in NEMA MW 1000
for the specific type and size of magnet wire.

4.7.15 Thermal evaluation. Thermal evaluation shall be as specified in

4.7.15.1 and 4.7.15.2.

4.7.15.1 Temperature index for qualification The temperature index test

for qualification shall consist of the dielectric-twisttest as specified in
ASTM D 2307. Heavy build, size 18 AWG magnet wire shall be used. If size 18 AWG
wire is not manufactured for the specific wire type being tested, size 28 AWG mag-
net wire with heavy build shall be used. Tests shall be made on both unvarnished
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I uildvarriz~hedspecxme?lst me varnished specimens shall be single dipped. The
varnish shall be in accordancewith MIL-I-24092 and shall be the same class as
the magnet wire. Temperature index shall be based on the extrapolation of the
data to at least 20,000 hours for unvarnished, varnished, or bondable wire at the
claimed temperature rating.

4.7.15.2 Temperature index for quality conformance- Specimens shall be

twisted together as specified for the dielectric strength (twist) test (see 4-7.9)
and coated-with an insulating varnish in accordance with MIL-1-24092 of the types
used to impregnate coils for an insulation system of the same class in which the
wire is rated to operate- The varnish shall then be dried to a nontacky finish
at a temperature below that which will have any appreciable effect on the insula-
tion under testc The dried, coated specimens shall then be conditioned for 168
hours in a circulating air oven at the temperature specified on the applicable
specificationsheet. The minimum dielectric breakdown strength shall be not less
than the values specified on the applicable specification sheet. At the conclu-
sion of the conditioning, the specimens shall be cooled to room temperature and
subjected to the dielectric strength (twist) test specified in 4.7.9.

4.7.15.3 Heat shock test. The magnet wire shall withstand a heat shock
test (see 4s7.4) at a temperatureat least 20”C higher than the thermal class
rating,

4.7.16 Completeness of cure. Completeness of cure shall be determined by

one of the following methods, as specified in NEMA MW 1000, for the specific type
and size of magnet wire.

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4.7.16.1 Chemical method. Resistance to chemical attack shall be as

specified on the applicable specification sheets. -

4.7.16.2 Dissipation factor nethod. Dissipation factor shall be less

than the maximum value specified on the applicable specificationsheets.

4.7.17 Solderability. Solderabilityshall be determined by the test

method specified in NEMA MW 1000 for the specific type and size of magnet wireo
The soldering time and temperature shall be as specified in the applicable
specificationsheets.

4.8 Inspectionof packagin~o Sample packages and packs, and the inspection
of the preservation, packing and marking for shipment and storage shall be in
accordance with the requirements of section 5 and the documents specified
thereino

5. PACKAGING

(The packaging requirements specified herein apply only for direct Govern-
ment acquisition.)

5.1 General.

5.1.1 Navy fire-retardantrequirements-

(a) Lumber and plywood. Unless othemise specified (see 642.1),

all lumber and plywood, Includlng iaminateciveneer materiai used
in shipping container, reel, SPOO~~ and pallet Construction>
members, blocking, bracing, lagging, and reinforcing shall be
fire-retardant treated material conforming to MIL-L-19140 as
follows:

Level A and B - Type II - weather resistant.

Category 1 - general use.
Level C - Type I - nonmeather resistant~
Category 1 - general use.

(b) Fiberboard. Unless othemise specified (see 6.2.1), fiberboard

used in the construction of class-domestic$non--weatherresis-
tant fiberboard, and cleated fiberboard boxes, including interior
packaging forms, shall meet the flame spread index and specific
optic density requirements specified in PPP-F-320.

5.2 Preservation. Preservation shall be level A, C or commercial as

specified (see 6.2.1)-

5.2.1 Level A. Magnet wire shall be uniformly and compactly wound on

spools or reels. Tne ends shall be secured to prevent unwinding of the wire.
The net weight of a reel of’rectangularwire shall be ZOO ~ 20 pounds- The net
weight of a spool or reel of round wire shall be as specified in table VI or
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TABLE VI. Weights of round wire per spool or reel (AWG 13 and larger
and 31 through 46).
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Net weight, lbs Minimum flange Reel

Wire (AWG) Film clearance size
sizes builcL!/ Nominal Min (inches) (inches)

13 and larger 2 200 175 1-1/2 24

31 - 41 1, 2 8 6 1/4 6
42 - 46 1, 2 1.25 ,1 3/16 3
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~/l- single, 2 - heavy film thickness.

TABLE VII. Weights of round wire per containerizedtapered

spool (AWG 14 through 30).
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Net weight, lbs Minimum flange Reel
clearance size
Wire (AWG)
sizes buil&/
’11” m 1 Min (inch) (inches)

14 - 20 1, 2 90 75 1/2 10/11 x 12
14 - 20 3 85 70 1/2 10/11 x 12
21 - 23 1, 2 85 70 1/2 10/11 x 12
21 - 23 3 75 60 1/2 10/11 x 12
24 - 26 1, 2 80 65 1/2 10/11 x 12
24 - 26 3 75 55 1/2 10/11 x 12
27 - 30 1, 2 75 60 1/2 10/11 x 12
27 - 30 3 60 45 1/2 10/11 x 12

~/l- single, 2 - heavy, 3 - triple film thickness.

5.2.1.1 spools. Magnet wire (AWG 31 and smaller) on spools in the quantity
specified in table VI shall be individually packaged in accordance with method 111
of MIL-P-116. Each spool of wire shall be wrapped with non-corrosiveKraft paper
paper (60-pound base weight) and secured with a pressure-sensitivetape. The
paper shall be cut to the inside width of the spool. Each spool of wire shall
then be placed in an individualwater-resistant folding, set-up or metal edged
paperboard or fiberboard box meeting the unit container requirements table I
of MIL-STD-2073-1,appendix F at the contractor’s option. Box closure shall be
t in accordance with the applicable box specification or appendix thereto except
that the closure of the fiberboard box shall be in accordance with method V.
Box selection variety and grade shall be at the contractor’s option.
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5.2.1.2 Ree~SO Magnet wire (AWG 13 and larger) on reels in quantities
specified in table VI shall be individually unit protected in accordance with
method III of MIL-P-116. Each reel of wire shall be overwrappedwith a weather-
resistant grade of fiberboard conforming to PPP-F-320 and secured with plastic
banding around the girth of the reel.

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5.2.1.3 Containerizedtapered spool. Magnet wire (AWG 14 through 30) in

quantities specified in table VII shall be uniformly and compactly wound on -
tapered spools having flange diameters of approximately 10 inches and 11 inches
with a transverse of 12 inches- Each spool of wire shall then be placed in a
snug fitting fiberboard box conforming to PPP-B-636, class weather-resistant,
and constructed so that the wire can be dereeled without removal of the spool
from the box.

5.2.2 Level C. Magnet wire preservation shall be as specified under level

A, except that the paperboard boxes shall be of the non-weather resistant type
and the fiberboard boxes shall be of the domestic or domestic-fire retardant
class (see 5.l~l(b)). Fiberboard boxes shall be closed in accordance with
method I using pressure sensitive tape.

5.2*3 Commercial. Commercial packaging (cleaning, preservation, cushioning

and unit pack) shall be in accordance with ASTM D 3951. Unit pack quantity shall
be as specified for level A.

5.3 Packin~. Packing shall be level A, B, C or commercial as specified

(see 6.2.1).

5.3.1 General requirements for levels A, B, and C. Containers selected

(see 5.3.2) shall be of minimum weight and cube consistent with the protection
required, of uniform size, and contain identical quantities of identical magnet
wire.

5.3.2 Levels A, B, and C containers

5.3.2.1 SPOOLS. Spools of wire (except weights greater than 50 pounds),

preserved as specified (see 5.2), shall be packed in exterior shipping containers
for the level of packing specified (see 5.3), in accordance with table VII,
exterior shipping container requirements,of MIL-STD-2073-1,appendix C, and
herein. Unless otherwise specified (see 6.2.1), container selection shall be
at the contractor’s option. Tapered spools of wire weighing 50 pounds or more
shall be palletized in accordance with MIL-STD-2073-1,appendix Fc

5.3.2.2 Reels. Reels of wire of 200 pounds (see table VI) shall be
completely enclosed with wood lagging in accordance with PPP-L-1607 and appendix
thereto.

5.3.2.3 Caseliners, closure and gross weight.

5.3.2.3.1 Caseliners. Unless otherwise specified (see 6.2.1), level A

shipping containers containingwire preserved level C or commercial shall be
provided with waterproof caseliners in accordance with MIL-STD-2073-1.

5.3.2.3.2 Closure. Container closure, reinforcing, or banding shall be

in accordance with the applicable container specificationor appendix thereto,
except that weather-resistantfiberboard boxes shall be c106ed in accordance
with method V and reinforced with nonmetallic or tape banding, and domestic
or fire-retardant fiberboard boxes shall be closed in accordance with method I
using pressure sensitive tape.
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5.3.2.3.3 Weight. Wood, pl~ood, and cleated type containers exceeding
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200 pounds gross weight shall be modified by the addition of skids in accordance
with MLL-STD-2073-1 and the applicable container specification or appendix
theretos

503Q3 -Commercial. Magnet wire preserved as specified (see 5.2) shall be

packed for shipment in accordance with ASTM D 3951 and herein.
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S.3.3.1 Container modification. Shipping containers exceeding 200 pounds

gross weight shall be provided with a minimum of two, 3- by 4-inch nominal wood
skids laid flat, or a skid- or sill-type base which will support the material
and facilitate handling by mechanical handling equipment during shipment,
storage, and stowage.

504 Markin~. In addition to any special marking required (see 6.2.1) and
herein, interior (unit) packs, shipping containers, palletized unit loads, reels
and spools shall be marked for shipment, stowage, and storage as follows:

(a) Militarv. Levels A, B, C and commercial packaging (preservation

‘king) marking shall be in accordance with MIL-STD-2073-1,
appendix F.
(b) Civiliar,. Unless othewise specified (see 6.2.1), marking for
civilian acquisitions shall be in accordance with FED-STD-123.

504cI Special markin~. Marking shall include date of manufacture and bar
coding. Wire shipped to Government facilities shall be uniquely identified as
meeting the requirementsof this specification. Reels, spocalsand containers
that carry the wire shall be permanently marked with the designation
“J+-1177/(fill in spec sheet number)” in letters and numbers at least 1 inch
I high and on at least-two locations on the package. The markings shall be easily
, seen from any orientation to the wire package~ The method of marking shall be
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by branding, printing, or other method approved by NAVSEA, that will not degrade
visually during normal shipping, storage and handling-

6. NOTES

6.1 Intended use. These electrical magnet wires used for coils and other
such windings are intended for use in electrical and electronic equipment.
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6.1.1 Temperature limitations. An insulation system of a specific thermal

class is one that by experience or test can be shown to have suitable thermal
endurance when operating at the limiting class temperature specified.

6.1.1.1 Insulation.

6.101.1.1 105°C. Insulation for 105°C equipment consists of materials

or combinations of materials such as cotton, silk, and paper when suitably
I impregnated or coated or when immersed in dielectric liquid. Other materials
or-combinationsmay be included in this class if by experience or accepted
tests they can be shown to have comparable thermal life.
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6.1+1.2 130”C. Insulation for a 130”C equipment consists of materials

or combinations of materials such as mica, glass fiber, and so forth, with
bonding substances Other materials or combinationsof materials, not neces-
sarily inorganic, may be included in this class if by experience or accepted
tests they can be shown to be capable of operation at 130”C.

6.1.1.1.3 155”C. Insulation for a 155°C equipment consists of materials

or combinations of materials such as mica, glass fiber, and so forth, with
bonding substances= Other materials or combinations of materials, not neces-
sarily inorganic, may be included in this class if by experience or accepted
tests they can be shown to be capable of operation at 155”C.

6.1.1.1.4 180°C. Insulation for 180”C equipment consists of materials

or combinations of materials such as silicone elastomer, mica, glass fiber, and
so forth, with bonding substances (such as appropriate silicone resins)- Other
ma~erials or combinations of materials may be included in this class if by
experience or accepted tests they can be shown to be capable of operation at 180”C.

6.1.1.1.5 200°C. Insulation for a 200°C equipment consists of materials

or combinations of materials which by experience or by accepted tests can be
shown to be capable of operation at 200°C.

6*1.lol*6 220°c. Insulation for a 220°C equipment consists of materials

or combinations of materials which by experience or by accepted tests can be
shown to be capable of operation at 220°C.

t).1.z Definitions.

6.1.2.1 Impregnated. Insulation is considered to be “impregnated”when a

substance provides a bond between components of the structure and also a degree
of filling and surface coverage sufficient to give adequate performanceunder
the extremes of temperature, surface contamination (moisture,dirt, and so forth),
and mechanical stress expected in service. The impregnant should not flow or
deteriorate enough at the operating temperature so as to seriously affect
performance in services

6.1.2.2 Lmpaired. The electrical and mechanical properties of the

insulation should not be impaired by the prolonged application of the limiting
insulation temperature permitted for the specific insulation class. The word
“impaired” is used in the sense of causing any change which could prevent
the insulating material from continuously performing its intended function.

6.1.2.3 Accepted tests. The words “accepted tests” are intended to refer
to r~cogni~ed test procedures established by the IEEE, NEMA, ASTM, or Government
f“orthe thermal evaluation of individual materials or simple combinations thereof.

6.1.2.4 Types. The letter codes used for the military magnet wire type
designationsare specified in the applicable specification sheets.

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601.3 Wire with single or multiple insulation.

6.1.3.1 Film insulated.

6.1.3.1.1 Thickness of insulation The thickness of insulation for film-

insulated wires with the same numeral designator as specified on the applicable
specificationsheet is the same for all wires no matter what the insulation~
Thus, as far as space considerationsare concerned, any film-insulatedmagnet
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wire can be replaced with any other with the same numeral designator, and coils
can be rewound with the desired type of wire for most class equipment without
change in dimensions

I 6.1.3.1.2 Marine service. For severe marine-serviceconditions of mois-

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ture and steam condensate, and where glass fiber or glass-syntheticfibers are
used, a combination insulation should be used such as the following:

2YEL Insulation system

temperature. ‘c

BDg, BDg2, BDgV, BDg2V, B2Dg, B2Dg2 155

H2GX, H2G2X 200
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M2DgGM 220
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6.1.3.2 Self-bondingwire. Film type of magnet wire may be treated with
overcoating resins to impart self-bonding characteristicsto coils and windings
using such wire. The self-bonding resins may be activated by either solvent or
heat. Separate qualification inspection approval is not required for the over-
I coat materials; however, qualification approval provisions apply to the basic
wire insulation,and in all cases the properties (including dimension) of the
basic insulation should conform to the requirements of this specification. For
example, an approved L2 magnet wire may be overcoated so as to meet the dimen-
sions of an L3 magnet wire. In order to be considered as conforming to this
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specification,the performance requirements for an L2 magnet wire should be met.

I 6.1.4 Thermal stability. The entire insulation system should withstand the
temperatures indicated in 1*2.1. At these maximum or hotspot temperatures,the
I magnet wire will not be the weakest link in a properly designed system, and a
service life of 10 years or more should be expected. These temperaturesmay be
exceeded in specific applicationswhere a shorter life expectancy can be toler-
ated, for instance, in miniaturized electronic equipments where burned-out parts
I are quickly replaceable, or in guided missiles which operate once for a short
i time. Equipment contractors should consult wire manufacturers for recommendations
on the relation of life expectancy versus temperatures in excess of those incii-
cated in the applicable specification sheet~
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6.1.4.1 Conductor. The conductor normally specified is bare, annealed
copper The copper will oxidize at an increasing rate at temperatures of 200°C
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and above, and will also pit and become brittle at such temperatures when
I fluorocarbon-resininsulated- This oxidation will eventually damage the
insulating film, and coil failure will result. The oxidation problem is over-
come largely by using a silver-coated,or more preferably, a nickel-coated
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6.2 Ordering data.

6.2.1 Acquisition requirements- Acquisition documents should specify the

following:

(a) Title, number, and date of this specification.

(b) Class, type, shape and size of wire (see 1.2).
(c) Part number of wire (see 1.3).
(d) Quantity of wire required, in pounds.
(e) Conductor, if other than copper (see 3.3.1).
(f) If silver-coated and nickel-coated wire should conform to ASTMS
(see 3.3.1.2 and 3.3.1.3).
(g) Tracer, if desired on fibrous covered wire (see 3.3.2.1.3).
(h) When fire-retardant requirements are not required (see 501o1)Q
(i) When fiberboard need not meet the flame spread index and specific
optic density requirements specified in PPP-F-320 (see 5.1.l(b)).
(j) Levels of preservationand level of packing required (see 5.2
and 5.3).
(k) When container selection is not at the contractor’soption
(see 5.3.2.1).
(1) When caseliners are not required (see 5.3.2.3.1).
(m) Special marking required (see”5.4).
(n) Civilian marking if other than specified (see 5.4(b))_

6.3 Qualification@ With respect to products requiring qualification,

awards will be made only for products which are, at the time set for opening
of bids, qualified for inclusion in Qualified Products List QI?L-li~?uhecher or
not such products have actually been so listed by that date. The attention of
the contractors is called to these requirements, and manufacturers are urged to
arrange to have the products that they propose to offer to the Federal Govern-
ment tested for qualification in order that they may be eligible to be awarded
contracts or purchase orders for the products covered by this specification.
‘Theactivity responsible for the Qualified Products List is the Naval Sea
Systems Command, SEA 55Z3, Department of the Navy, Washington, DC 20362-510~
and information pertaining to qualification of products may be obtained from
that activity. Application for qualification tests shall be made in accordance
with “ProvisionsGoverning Qualification SD-6” (see 6.3.1).

6.3.1 Copies of “Provisions Governing Qualification SD-6” mi’lybe obtained

upon application to Commanding Officer, Naval Publications and Forms Center,
5801 Tabor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19120.

6.4 Supersessiondatae The type designations for electrical wires has

been revised from previous revisions of this specifications Equivalent require-
ments between this specificationand J-W-1177A are as follows:

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J-W-1177/l Deleted r

J-W-lL77/2 Type SU ;
J-W-1177/3 Type SN N
J-w-1177/7 Deleted SA
J-W-1177/8 Deleted SAN
J-W-1177/9 Type SUN UN
J-W-1177/10 Type L3 deleted
J-W-1177/14 Type K3 added
J-W-1177/15 Type M4 added
J-W-1177/28
through
J-W-1177/47 Added

6-5 Subject term (key word) listing.

Aluminum wire
Armature cc]ils
Fibrous-covered wire
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‘ield coij.~
Solenoid cclils
~ransformer coils
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6.6 Changes from previous issue. Asterisks are not used in this revision
to identify changes with respect to the previous issue due to the extensiveness
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of the changes.
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Custodians: GSA - FSS, PBO, PCD

Army - CR INTERIOR - BLM
Navy - SH HHS - FDA
Air F’ox-ce
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NASA - JFK
Review activities: COMMERCE - NBS
Army - AR, ER, MI TLANSPORI’ATION - APM, FAA
DLS - IS

User activities: Preparing activity:

Army - M Navy - SH
Navy ‘AS, CG, MC, OS (Project 6145-1111)
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