Communication Security Wire, 18AWG, 2C, Unshielded, 500'

Wire for Security & Audio Applications

Ideal for various security applications, this Communication Security Wire (18AWG, 2C, Unshielded, 500') can be used for alarms, intercoms, audio, signaling, and other power-limited control requirements. The wire's two unshielded, stranded bare copper conductors are twisted and insulated within a PVC jacket. It includes the SCP Cable Labeling System for easy identification, and comes in boxes of 500 feet.

• AWG (American Wire Gauge): 18
• Conductors: 2 (Red and Black for + and -)
• Jacket Color: Gray
• Package: Box
• Applications: Security systems, Intercom systems, Sound/Audio systems, Power-Limited controls.

NOTICE: This part is a heavy/dimensional product; it is not eligible for free shipping. Wire products are not returnable.

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• Manufacturer Part #: 18/2-GY-500
• Marking: STRUCTURED CABLE PRODUCTS – – – P/N 18/2 – – – 2 COND 18 AWG STRANDED TYPE CMR/CL2R FT4 75C — (UL) OR C(UL) E198137 CE EU RoHS EC ZONE/DEVICE A B C D E 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 XXXXFT
• Regulatory: UL 444, NEC Article 760, NEC Article 725
• Application: Security Cable

Construction Characteristics

Conductor

• Material: Stranded Bare Copper
• Size: 18AWG X 2C
• Construction: 16/0.24mm ±0.004mm

Insulation

• Material: PVC
• Min. Thickness: 0.27mm
• Avg. Thickness: 0.30mm
• Diameter: 1.70mm ±0.05mm
• Colors: Black and Red

Jacket

• Material: PVC
• Min. Thickness: 0.50mm
• Avg. Thickness: 0.55mm
• Diameter: 4.40mm ±0.10mm
• Rip Cord: Nylon
• Color: Gray

Electrical & Physical Characteristics

• Rating: 75°C 300V
• Conductor Resistance: Max 24.4ohm/km at 20°C
• Dielectric Strength: Min AC1.5KV
• AC Leakage Current Through Overall Jacket: AC 1500V
• Cold Bend Test: -20°C 4 hours; No Cracking

Insulation

• Unaged:
• Tensile Strength: 13.8Mpa
• Elongation: 150 percent
• Aged:
• Tensile Strength: 11.7Mpa (100°C 168h)
• Elongation: 80 percent (100°C 168h)

Jacket

• Unaged:
• Tensile Strength: 13.8Mpa
• Elongation: 150 percent
• Aged:
• Tensile Strength: 11.7Mpa (100°C 168h)
• Elongation: 80 percent (100°C 168h)

»SCP 18/2-GY-500 AWG Stranded PVC Security Cable Spec Sheet (.pdf)