Belden 5300FE 008 is a security and commercial audio cable for intercom/PA systems and sound/audio installations. It features 2 18 AWG stranded bare copper conductors, PO - Polyolefin insulation, and a tape shield with 100% coverage plus a 24 AWG (7x32) TC drainwire. The PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride jacket includes a ripcord, and the UL Voltage Rating: 300 V (CMR) supports Indoor - Riser, Indoor use. Sequential footage marking every two feet helps simplify measuring and pulls.
Key Features
- 2 18 AWG stranded bare copper conductors (Stranding: 7x26) for signal and power delivery in intercom/PA and audio runs.
- Tape shield with 100% coverage (Bi-Laminate (Alum+Poly)) plus a 24 AWG (7x32) TC drainwire to support noise reduction and grounding.
- PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride jacket with Ripcord: Yes to help with stripping and routing during installation.
- UL Voltage Rating: 300 V (CMR) for Indoor - Riser, Indoor installations.
- Sequential footage marking every two feet to make measuring and pulls easier.
Technical Specs
Electrical Ratings
| Conductor DCR (nom.) | 6.5 Ohm/1000ft |
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| Max. current | 5 Amps per Conductor @ 25°C |
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Electrical Characteristics
| Capacitance, Cond-to-Cond (nom.) | 53 pF/ft (170 pF/m) |
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| Capacitance, Cond-to-other (nom.) | 95.5 pF/ft (313 pF/m) |
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| Inductance (nom.) | 0.145 μH/ft (0.476 μH/m) |
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| Shield outer DCR (nom.) | 16.25 Ohm/1000ft (53.31 Ohm/km) |
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Construction & Physical Specs
| Insulation material | PO - Polyolefin |
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| Insulation thickness (nom.) | 0.009 in (0.23 mm) |
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| Insulation diameter (nom.) | 0.062 in (1.6 mm) |
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| Color code | Black, Red |
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| Jacket thickness (nom.) | 0.017 in (0.43 mm) |
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| Overall cable diameter (nominal) | 0.162 in (4.11 mm) |
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| Bulk cable weight | 18 lbs/1000ft |
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| Plenum number | 6300FE |
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Environmental & Mechanical Ratings
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +75°C |
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| UL temperature | 75°C |
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| Bend radius (stationary min.) | 1.6 in (41 mm) |
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| Bend radius (installation min.) | 1.6 in (41 mm) |
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| Max. pull tension | 58 lbs (26 kg) |
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Compliance & Certifications
| Flammability / reaction to fire | UL 1666 Riser, FT4, IEC 60332-1-2 |
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| CPR Euroclass | Eca |
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| NEC / UL | Article 800, CMR |
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| CEC / C(UL) | CMG |
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| European directives | EU CE Mark, EU Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 2 amendment), EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2), EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) |
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| UK regulation | UKCA Mark |
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| APAC compliance | China RoHS II (GB/T 26572-2011) |
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Applications
- Use in intercom/PA systems where shielded audio/control wiring is needed for reliable signal performance in indoor riser pathways.
- Install in sound/audio systems that benefit from shielded construction and sequential footage marking for easier measuring and pulls.
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