Carl Denk wrote:
> The more common aircraft electrical wire meets MIL-W-22759. Here is a 
> link to partial specs. Click on the insulation link for info on the 
> insulation. I believe that some of the important issues are 
> flammability, fatigue, and abrasion resistance. I use the stuff around 
> the house for severe applications.
> http://nepp.nasa.gov/npsl/Wire/22759/22759.htm
> 
> And for sources would suggest for small quantities
> http://www.wicksaircraft.com/catalog/product_cat.php/subid=11650/index.html
> http://www.aircraftspruce.com/search/search.php
> 
> Note it is stranded, and not suitable for the push-in boards. I use 
> mostly a speedex stripper, but it strips easily, but don't knick the 
> conductors or early fatigue failure is likely.

Current recommended aircraft wiring would be 22759/86A,
Teflon/Kapton/Teflon layers and yes, the strippers are $pecialized
D
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