Security & Sound, #18-2c BC, Shielded, CL3, FPL, PLTC, Water-Blocked Direct Burial
Security & Sound Cable, Rated-CL3, 2-18 AWG PVC-Nylon insulation,100% Shielded, Waterblocking tape, PVC jacket with ripcord
- Availability
- Global
- Status
- Active
Specifications
Product Overview
| Suitable Applications | Security System, Intercom/PA, Audio/Speaker, Power-Limited Controls, Wet Location, Direct Burial |
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Construction Details
| Outer Shield Table Notes | Waterblocking Tape |
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Conductor
| Element | Conductor(s) |
|---|---|
| No. of Elements | 2 |
| Size | 18 AWG |
| Stranding | 7x26 |
| Material | BC - Bare Copper |
Insulation
| Material | PVC/Nylon - Polyvinyl Chloride + Nylon |
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| Nom. Thickness | .020 in (0.51 mm) |
| Color Code | Black, Red |
Outer Shield
| Shield Type | Tape |
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| Material | Aluminum - Poly |
| Coverage | 100% |
| Drainwire Type | 24 AWG (7x32) TC |
| Notes | 100% Waterblocking Tape |
Outer Jacket
| Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
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| Nom. Thickness | .040 in (1.0 mm) |
| Nom. Diameter | .310 in (7.87 mm) |
| Ripcord | Yes |
Electrical Characteristics
Electricals
| Nom. Conductor DCR | 6.5 Ohm/1000ft (21 Ohm/km) |
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| Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Cond | 32 pF/ft (100 pF/m) |
| Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Other (Conds + Shield) | 58 pF/ft (190 pF/m) |
Voltage
| UL Voltage Rating | 300 V |
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Mechanical Characteristics
| Max. Pull Tension | 57 lbs (26 kg) |
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| Bulk Cable Weight | 49 lbs/1000ft (73 kg/km) |
Temperature
| UL Temperature | 90°C |
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| Operating | -20°C To +90°C |
Bend Radius
| Stationary Min. | 2.79 in (70.9 mm) |
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| Installation Min. | 2.79 in (70.9 mm) |
Standards and Compliance
| Environmental Suitability | Indoor/Outdoor, Indoor, Outdoor, Burial |
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| Sustainability | CA Prop 65 |
| Flammability / Reaction to Fire | UL 1685 |
| CPR Compliance | CPR Euroclass: Eca |
| NEC / UL Compliance | Article 725, Article 760, CL3, FPL, PLTC |
| CEC / C(UL) Compliance | CL3. |
| TIA/EIA Compliance | TIA455-82 Water Penetration Test |
| European Directive Compliance | EU Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 2 amendment), EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2), EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) |
| UK Regulation Compliance | UKCA Mark |
| APAC Compliance | China RoHS II (GB/T 26572-2011) |
History
| Update and Revision | Revision Number: 0.9 Revision Date: 07-15-2025 |
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Resources
Belden 5300F2 technical datasheetSafe-T-Line Product BulletinFire Alarm Cable Product BulletinArmored Power-Limited Fire Alarm FPLPSound, Security & Alarm Cable Selection OverviewAccess Control Composite CablesNewGen Cables Product BulletinBelden Low Capacitance Digital Fire Alarm CablesWaterdog Cables Product BulletinDate: 2025-05-28
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