SeaStar CCX17918 Xtreme Control Cable, 18 Feet, for Mercury, Mariner, MerCruiser and Force Engines

The SeaStar CCX17918 is an 18-foot Xtreme control cable engineered as a drop-in replacement for the Mercury 600A style control cable, using the existing connection components on the engine and control head. It is built for Mercury, MerCruiser, and Mariner engines using Mercury controls (1965-date), for Force engines using Mercury controls (1993-date), and for all 1993-date Force (US Marine) engines with Force/US Marine/Mercury controls. It also fits all Mariner engines with Mercury/Mariner controls, except pre-1993 models of 40 HP and lower.

SeaStar's Xtreme Technology uses a patented splined core: ridges on the core give a close fit with the cable's inner liner, allowing smooth movement with minimal lost motion. The cable carries a 4-inch minimum bend radius, versus an 8-inch minimum bend radius on standard cables, making it suited to complex or long cable runs, or simply a smoother-feeling installation on performance and bass boats. The 0.34-inch HDPE jacket resists abrasion and withstands UV, salt water, chemicals, gasoline, and oil. Inside, 0.033-inch oil tempered lay wires provide strength, and the core is protected with a moisture-sealed, factory-lubricated HDPE liner. Stainless steel terminals and brass fittings add corrosion protection at the connection points. The cable is made in the U.S.A. And exceeds engine manufacturer specifications. Before ordering, verify 18 feet is the correct length for your application.

Specifications

• Brand: SeaStar
• Manufacturer Part Number: CCX17918
• Product Type: Xtreme Control Cable Assembly
• Length: 18 feet
• Jacket Material: HDPE
• Jacket Thickness: 0.34 inch
• Minimum Bend Radius: 4 inches
• Core Wire Diameter: 0.033 inch (oil tempered lay wires)
• Terminal Material: Stainless steel terminals with brass fittings
• Weight: 2.54 pounds
• Country of Origin: Made in U.S.A.
• UPC: 808282272258

Fitment

• Mercury, MerCruiser, and Mariner engines (1965-date) with Mercury controls
• Force engines (1993-date) with Mercury controls
• All 1993-date Force (US Marine) engines with Force/US Marine/Mercury controls
• All Mariner engines with Mercury/Mariner controls, except pre-1993 models of 40 HP and lower

Replaces (OEM)

• Mercury 600A style control cable

Frequently Asked Questions

What length is the SeaStar CCX17918 control cable? The SeaStar CCX17918 is an 18-foot control cable. Since control cables are not field-trimmable to length, buyers should verify 18 feet is the correct measurement for their application before ordering.

What engines and controls does the CCX17918 fit? This cable fits Mercury, MerCruiser, and Mariner engines (1965-date) with Mercury controls, and Force engines (1993-date) with Mercury controls, including all 1993-date Force (US Marine) engines with Force/US Marine/Mercury controls. It also fits Mariner engines with Mercury/Mariner controls, except pre-1993 models of 40 HP and lower.

Is the CCX17918 a direct replacement for the Mercury 600A cable? Yes, the CCX17918 is designed as a drop-in replacement for the Mercury 600A style control cable and uses the existing connection components at the engine and control head, so no additional hardware is needed.

What is the bend radius of this cable compared to a standard control cable? The CCX17918 has a 4-inch minimum bend radius, half the 8-inch minimum bend radius of a standard control cable, which makes it better suited to tight or complex cable runs.

What is the CCX17918 control cable made of? The cable uses a 0.34-inch HDPE outer jacket for abrasion, UV, salt water, chemical, gasoline, and oil resistance, 0.033-inch oil tempered lay wires for strength, and stainless steel terminals with brass fittings for corrosion protection.

Does the CCX17918 need to be lubricated before installation? No, the CCX17918 is lubricated at the factory for life, so no additional lubrication is required at installation.

Will the CCX17918 fit a pre-1993, 40 HP or smaller Mariner engine? No, the CCX17918 is not intended for pre-1993 Mariner engines of 40 HP or lower; it is built for Mariner engines with Mercury/Mariner controls outside that range.

Is the SeaStar CCX17918 made in the USA? Yes, the CCX17918 Xtreme control cable is made in the U.S.A.

What is included when I order the CCX17918? The order includes one SeaStar CCX17918 Xtreme control cable assembly, 18 feet in length, ready to connect using the existing control and engine hardware.

What makes the Xtreme version different from a standard SeaStar control cable? The Xtreme CCX17918 uses a patented splined core with ridges that create a close fit against the cable's inner liner for smoother movement and less lost motion, along with a tighter 4-inch minimum bend radius versus 8 inches on standard cables.

Does the CCX17918 exceed OEM engine manufacturer specifications? Yes, the CCX17918 control cable is built to exceed the engine manufacturer's specifications.