{"product_id":"uflex-mach36x18-mach36-18-ft-marine-control-cable-gen-ii-mercury-mercruiser-mariner-volvo-style-c36-equivalent","title":"Uflex MACH36X18 Mach36 Control Cable, Gen II Mercury Style, 18 Feet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Uflex MACH36X18 is an 18-foot Mach36 control cable built in the Gen II Mercury style (equivalent to a C36-type connection) for boat shift and throttle systems. It is part of Uflex's Mach Series of high-performance cables, engineered with a patented core design that maximizes efficiency and minimizes lost motion, so shift and throttle inputs translate into smooth, precise movement at the engine. The cable's conduit uses an innovative flexible design that allows an unusually tight bend radius, which makes it well suited to complex or tight cable routing where a stiffer cable would bind or require a longer run. Construction is stainless steel cable and fittings throughout, giving the assembly corrosion resistance for the marine environment and long service life with no routine maintenance required. The MACH36X18 is suitable for outboard, inboard, and sterndrive engine installations that use the Gen II Mercury style (C36-equivalent) control cable connection. Uflex also produces this same cable architecture in other connector styles - MACHZero (universal, like C2\/C8), MACH5 (Mercury style, like C5), and MACH14 (OMC\/BRP style, like C14) - so boat owners should confirm their helm and engine use the Gen II Mercury (C36) style connection before ordering this specific part. At 18 feet, the MACH36X18 is sized for boats where the helm-to-engine run requires that length of cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uflex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e MACH36X18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e MACH36, Gen II Mercury style (equivalent to C36)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shift\/throttle control cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Engine Types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outboard, inboard, and sterndrive engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel cable and fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintenance free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 702755028253\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned for the Gen II Mercury style (C36-equivalent) control cable connection, suitable for outboard, inboard, and sterndrive engine installations that use this connector style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Uflex MACH36X18 used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is an 18-foot marine control cable used to connect a boat's helm to the engine's shift and throttle mechanism, transmitting smooth, precise movement from the control lever to the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat connector style does the MACH36X18 use?\u003c\/strong\u003e The MACH36X18 uses the MACH36 configuration, which is a Gen II Mercury style connection equivalent to a C36-type cable, so it fits control systems built for that connector interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the MACH36X18 cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e The MACH36X18 is 18 feet long, as indicated by its part number, which corresponds to the cable length needed for the helm-to-engine run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the MACH36X18 fit outboard engines, or only inboard and sterndrive?\u003c\/strong\u003e The MACH36X18 is suitable for outboard, inboard, and sterndrive engine installations, provided the boat's control system uses the Gen II Mercury (C36) style connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the MACH36X18 cable made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is constructed with stainless steel cable and fittings, which resists corrosion in the marine environment and supports long-term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the MACH36X18 require maintenance?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the MACH36X18 is a maintenance-free control cable and does not require periodic lubrication or servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the MACH36X18 weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Uflex MACH36X18 weighs 2.4 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between MACH36 and the other Uflex Mach cable styles?\u003c\/strong\u003e MACH36 is the Gen II Mercury style (like C36), while Uflex also offers MACHZero (universal, like C2\/C8), MACH5 (Mercury style, like C5), and MACH14 (OMC\/BRP style, like C14) - each matches a different connector interface, so the MACH36X18 should only be used where a Gen II Mercury style connection is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the MACH36 cable handle tight or complex routing well?\u003c\/strong\u003e The MACH36X18's conduit uses an innovative flexible design that provides a high degree of flexibility and a reduced bend radius, which is engineered to hold up in long or complex cable routing where a stiffer cable would bind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the MACH36X18 a genuine Uflex part?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the MACH36X18 is a genuine Uflex Mach Series control cable identified by its own manufacturer part number, not a generic aftermarket substitute.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the patented core design of the MACH36X18 do?\u003c\/strong\u003e The patented high-performance core design in the MACH36X18 maximizes efficiency and minimizes lost motion, which results in smoother and more precise shift and throttle movement at the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uflex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48991107580123,"sku":"UFX-MACH36X18","price":68.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/415Qnr0l-7L_d09722b1-0977-40af-acc3-02bd1f9375e9.jpg?v=1784491701","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/uflex-mach36x18-mach36-18-ft-marine-control-cable-gen-ii-mercury-mercruiser-mariner-volvo-style-c36-equivalent","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}