Multiflex EC-005 C5 Control Cable 12ft Mercury MerCruiser Gen I
mms278-12-1
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Multiflex EC-005 C5 Control Cable
12 ft (3.66 m) | Mercury / Mariner / MerCruiser Gen I
A branded standard Multiflex EC-005 mechanical remote-control cable for compatible Mercury-family 600A / Generation I control installations. The cable can be used for throttle or gear/shift where the same end pattern is specified.
Key Features
- One standard Multiflex EC-005 cable
- For compatible Mercury/Mariner/MerCruiser 600A Gen I controls
- 97 mm travel
- 1.9 mm lubricated stainless solid-wire inner
- UV, petrol, oil and marine-fluid-resistant black jacket
- Minimum bend radius 8 in / 203 mm
Technical Specs
| Manufacturer | Multiflex |
| Model | EC-005-12 |
| Quantity | 1 cable |
| Nominal length | 12 ft (3.66 m) each |
| Travel | 97 mm |
| Conduit | 7.0 mm |
| Inner | 1.9 mm stainless solid wire |
| Minimum bend | 8 in / 203 mm |
| Use | Mechanical throttle or shift |
| 4Boats SKU | mms278-12-1 |
Confirmed Compatibility
| Confirmed cable family | Multiflex EC-005; Mercury/Mariner/MerCruiser Generation I mechanical control cable; 600A / CC179 / C5-type. |
| Confirmed applications | Mercury and Mariner outboards using the older Gen I C5/CC179 cable-end pattern, principally applications over 50 HP in the Multiflex cross-reference; also MerCruiser Gen I controls. |
| Function and travel | Throttle or shift; 97 mm travel; 7.0 mm conduit; 1.9 mm stainless solid-wire inner. |
| Confirmed length | 12 ft. Replace like-for-like using the length stamped on the removed cable or measure the complete routed path. |
| Buyer check | Match the engine-end and control-box-end fittings to EC-005 / C5 / CC179 before ordering; model year or horsepower alone is insufficient if the control box has been replaced. |
| Not compatible | Mercury/MerCruiser Generation II C36/CC189 systems, Mariner up to 40 HP EC-016/C16 systems, or universal 3300/33C ends. |
Part Number Cross Reference
| Multiflex | EC-005-12 |
| SeaStar / Morse / Teleflex | CC17912 |
| Ultraflex | C5-12 / C5X12 |
| Connection family | 600A / C5 / Mercury Gen I |
| Premium alternatives | EEC-005 / CCX179 / MACH5 — different low-friction range |
| 4Boats SKU | mms278-12-1 |
Cross-references do not override a mismatch in ends, travel or length.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cables are supplied?
One cable is supplied for either throttle or shift; many installations require two, so check whether both functions are being replaced.
Does it fit every Mercury/Mariner?
No. Match the EC-005/C5/CC179 600A ends and length.
Does it fit Gen II?
No; Gen II normally uses EC-036/C36/CC189.
Is it an EDGE/MACH5 cable?
No, this is the standard EC-005 range.
How do I choose length?
Use the old stamped code where possible, or measure the complete routed path with gentle bends and service loop.
After fitting, verify full throttle/idle and forward-neutral-reverse travel, neutral-start protection and absence of binding before operation.
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