Belden 5201FE 008, Multi Conductor Audio Cable 3C 16 AWG FRPVC

Belden 5201FE 008 is a security & commercial audio cable for intercom/PA systems and sound/audio systems in indoor riser applications. It is built with 3-16 AWG stranded (19x29) BC - Bare Copper conductors, PO - Polyolefin insulation, and a PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride jacket with ripcord. For noise reduction, it includes a tape shield with 100% coverage and a 24 AWG (7x32) TC drainwire. The cable is rated 300 V (CMR) and 75°C, and includes sequential footage marking every two feet for easier pulls and cut-to-length accuracy.

Key Features

• 3-16 AWG stranded (19x29) BC - Bare Copper conductors for intercom/PA and sound/audio wiring.
• PO - Polyolefin insulation with color code: Black, Red, White.
• Tape shield with Bi-Laminate (Alum+Poly) material and 100% coverage, plus a 24 AWG (7x32) TC drainwire for noise reduction.
• PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride jacket with ripcord for easier stripping and installation.
• UL voltage rating: 300 V (CMR) and UL temperature: 75°C.
• Sequential footage marking every two feet to simplify pulls and improve cut-to-length accuracy.

Technical Specs

Construction & Materials

Number of conductors	3
Conductor size	16 AWG
Conductor stranding	19x29
Conductor material	BC - Bare Copper
Insulation material	PO - Polyolefin
Nom. thickness	0.008 in (0.20 mm)
Nom. insulation diameter	0.073 in (1.9 mm)
Shield type	Tape
Shield material	Bi-Laminate (Alum+Poly)
Shield coverage	100%
Drainwire type	24 AWG (7x32) TC
Jacket material	PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride
Nom. jacket thickness	0.017 in (0.43 mm)
Overall cable diameter (nominal)	0.195 in (4.95 mm)
Ripcord	Yes
Plenum number	6201FE

Performance & Electrical Characteristics

Nom. conductor DCR	4 Ohm/1000ft
Nom. capacitance cond-to-cond	58 pF/ft (190 pF/m)
Nom. capacitance cond-to-other (conds + Shield)	104.5 pF/ft (342.8 pF/m)
Max. current	6.25 Amps per Conductor @ 25°C
Nom outer shield DCR	15.2 Ohm/1000ft (49.9 Ohm/km)

Environmental & Mechanical Ratings

Operating temperature	-20°C to +75°C
Stationary min. bend radius	2.0 in (51 mm)
Installation min. bend radius	2.0 in (51 mm)
Max. pull tension	116 lbs (52.6 kg)
Bulk cable weight	34 lbs/1000ft
Environmental suitability	Indoor - Riser, Indoor

Compliance & Certifications

Flammability / reaction to fire	UL 1666 Riser, FT4, IEC 60332-1-2
CPR compliance	CPR Euroclass: Eca
NEC / UL compliance	Article 800, CMR
CEC / C(UL) compliance	CMG
European directive compliance	EU CE Mark, 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)

Applications

• Use in intercom/PA systems requiring shielded audio/control wiring in indoor riser environments.
• Install in sound/audio systems that benefit from shielded construction and a drainwire for noise reduction.

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