Ancor Dark Blue 16 AWG Tinned Copper Wire - 250'

The Ancor Dark Blue 16 AWG Tinned Copper Wire in 250-foot spools is a marine-grade electrical conductor engineered to meet or exceed UL 1426, ABYC, and US Coast Guard standards for charter vessel installations. This 16 AWG marine wire delivers reliable power distribution across critical onboard systems—from navigation equipment to trolling motor circuits—where salt water corrosion, temperature extremes, and mechanical stress demand uncompromising durability.

Tinned copper construction resists oxidation and corrosion in salt air and immersion environments far longer than bare copper. The premium vinyl insulation is rated at 600V and maintains flexibility at –40°F, critical for cold-water fishing trips and winter storage without cracking. The jacket resists salt water, battery acid, diesel fuel, gasoline, UV radiation, and physical abrasion—hazards common in open-boat and engine-room environments. At 16 AWG, this wire handles moderate current loads typical of lighting circuits, bilge pump wiring, and mid-amperage accessory connections.

Weekend anglers upgrading boat electrical systems, commercial fishermen maintaining aging vessels, and offshore operators adding redundant wiring all rely on marine-grade tinned copper to eliminate voltage drop, prevent corrosion-induced failures, and meet insurance and charter-compliance requirements. The 250-foot spool format suits larger vessel rewiring projects and multi-circuit installations without excessive waste. For any saltwater application where electrical integrity directly impacts safety—whether it's powering navigation lights, running automatic bilge pumps, or wiring a newly installed sounder—Ancor marine wire meets the standard that surveyors and Coast Guard inspectors expect.