SeaStar CCX18909 Control Cable, 9 Feet, for Mariner/Mercury/MerCruiser 4000 Series Controls (2003-Date)

The SeaStar CCX18909 is a 9-foot Xtreme-type control cable engineered as a direct drop-in replacement for Mariner, Mercury, and MerCruiser (and other) engines that use Mercury 2003-date 4000 Series Controls. It uses the existing OEM connection components, so no modification to the control head is needed for installation.

The cable is built around SeaStar's patented Xtreme splined core, which uses ridges to keep a close, low-friction fit with the cable's inner liner, delivering smooth movement with minimal lost motion. This construction gives the cable a 4 inch minimum bend radius, versus an 8 inch minimum bend radius on standard control cables, making it well suited to complex or long cable runs and to foot-throttle applications on performance and bass boats. The core wire is 0.033 inch oil tempered lay wire for strength, wrapped in a long-wearing HDPE liner that is lubricated for life. The outer jacket is 0.34 inch super tough HDPE that resists abrasion and stands up to UV exposure, salt water, chemicals, gasoline, and oil.

Terminals are stainless steel and fittings are brass, both chosen for corrosion resistance in a marine environment, and moisture-protective seals at the core wire add further protection against corrosion. The cable is lubricated at the factory for life and is made in the U.S.A. Before ordering, confirm that 9 feet is the correct cable length for your installation.

Specifications

• Brand: SeaStar
• Manufacturer Part Number: CCX18909
• Cable Length: 9 feet
• Cable Type: Xtreme Control Cable
• Compatible Devices: Mariner/Mercury/MerCruiser and other engines using Mercury 2003-date 4000 Series Controls
• Minimum Bend Radius: 4 inches (versus 8 inches for standard control cables)
• Outer Jacket: 0.34 inch super tough HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
• Core Wire: 0.033 inch oil tempered lay wire
• Terminals: Stainless steel
• Fittings: Brass
• Connector Gender: Male-to-Male
• Country of Origin: Made in the U.S.A.
• Weight: 1.55 pounds
• UPC: 808282272555

Fitment

• Mariner/Mercury/MerCruiser and other engines using Mercury 2003-date 4000 Series Controls

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SeaStar CCX18909 control cable used for? The CCX18909 is a 9-foot Xtreme-type control cable used to connect a boat's control head to the engine's throttle or shift mechanism on Mariner, Mercury, and MerCruiser (and other) engines that use Mercury 2003-date 4000 Series Controls.

Will the CCX18909 fit my engine's control head? Yes, if your engine uses Mercury 2003-date 4000 Series Controls; the CCX18909 is built to work with the existing OEM connection components on Mariner, Mercury, and MerCruiser engines using that control system.

How long is this control cable? The CCX18909 measures 9 feet in length. Cable length matters for a correct fit, so measure your existing cable run before ordering to confirm 9 feet is the length your installation needs.

What is the minimum bend radius of the CCX18909? 4 inches, compared to an 8 inch minimum bend radius for standard control cables, which makes the CCX18909 better suited to tight, complex, or long cable runs.

What materials is the CCX18909 made from? The cable has a 0.34 inch super tough HDPE outer jacket, a 0.033 inch oil tempered lay wire core, stainless steel terminals, and brass fittings, all chosen to resist corrosion and abrasion in marine use.

Is the CCX18909 resistant to salt water and UV exposure? Yes, the HDPE jacket on the CCX18909 is formulated to resist abrasion and withstand UV exposure, salt water, chemicals, gasoline, and oil.

Does the CCX18909 come pre-lubricated? Yes, the CCX18909 is lubricated at the factory for life, and its HDPE liner is designed to stay ultra smooth without needing additional lubrication.

Can I install the CCX18909 without modifying my control head? Yes, the CCX18909 is a drop-in replacement that uses the existing OEM connection components, so it installs in place of the original cable without modification to the control head.

Where is the CCX18909 manufactured? The CCX18909 control cable is made in the U.S.A.

How much does the CCX18909 weigh? The CCX18909 weighs 1.55 pounds.

Is the CCX18909 good for foot-throttle applications? Yes, its Xtreme construction and tighter 4 inch bend radius make the CCX18909 well suited to foot-throttle applications on performance and bass boats, as well as complex or long cable runs.

What connector type does the CCX18909 use? The CCX18909 has a male-to-male connector configuration, matching the Mercury 4000 Series Control connection it is designed to replace.