Security & Sound, #18-2c, BC, CL3, FPL, PLTC, Water-Blocked Direct Burial
Security & Sound Cable, Rated-CL3, 2-18 AWG PVC-Nylon insulation, 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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| Waterblocking | Waterblock Tape |
| Overall Cable Diameter (Nominal) | .270 in (6.86 mm) |
Conductor
| Element | Conductor(s) |
|---|---|
| No. of Elements | 2 |
| Size | 18 |
| 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
| Type | Waterblocking Tape |
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| Description | Unshielded - With Waterblocking Tape |
| Material | Unshielded |
Outer Jacket
| Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
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| Nom. Thickness | .040 in (1.0 mm) |
| Nom. Diameter | .270 in (6.86 mm) |
| Ripcord | Yes |
Electrical Characteristics
Electricals
| Nom. Conductor DCR | 6.2 Ohm/1000ft (20 Ohm/km) |
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| Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Cond | 35 pF/ft (110 pF/m) |
| Max. Current | 5 Amps per Conductor at 25oC |
Voltage
| UL Voltage Rating | 300 V |
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Mechanical Characteristics
| Max. Pull Tension | 54 lbs (24 kg) |
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| Bulk Cable Weight | 39 lbs/1000ft (58 kg/km) |
Temperature
| UL Temperature | 90°C |
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| Operating | -20°C To +90°C |
Bend Radius
| Stationary Min. | 2.3 in (58 mm) |
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| Installation Min. | 2.3 in (58 mm) |
Standards and Compliance
| Environmental Suitability | Indoor/Outdoor, Indoor, Outdoor, Burial |
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| Sustainability | CA Prop 65 |
| Flammability / Reaction to Fire | UL1685, FT4 |
| CPR Compliance | CPR Euroclass: Eca |
| NEC / UL Compliance | Article 800, Article 760, CL3, FPL, PLTC |
| CEC / C(UL) Compliance | CL3. |
| TIA/EIA Compliance | TIA455-82 Water Penetration Test |
| European Directive Compliance | EU CE Mark, 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: 0.10 Revision Date: 07-15-2025 |
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Resources
Belden 5300U2 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: 2025-05-27
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