Product Information

Specification

BELDEN WATER-BLOCKED SHIELDED SOUND AND ALARM CABLE

Applications:

The Belden sound wire is an electrical wire suitable for both indoor and outside use for such applications as underground ducts, security systems, power-limited controls, intercom and PA systems, as well as audio and sound systems. The operating temperatures and voltage ratings of this electrical wire differ according to the product family.

Also Known As:

Belden audio cable, belden audio wire, belden sound wire, belden alarm wire, sound cable, alarm cable, water blocked cable.

Standards:

• UL Flame Test: UL1685 UL Loading 
• CSA Flame Test: FT1
• NEC/(UL) Specification: CM 
• CEC/C(UL) Specification: CM
• European Directive Compliance: EU CE Mark, EU Directive 2000/53/EC (ELV), EU Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS), EU RoHS Compliance 10/01/2005, EU Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE), EU Directive 2003/11/EC (BFR), CA Prop 65 (CJ for Wire & Cable), MII Order #39 (China RoHS) 

Construction

Conductors:

Belden wire may have different numbers of conductors that are drawn and annealed by the company and made of either solid or stranded copper.

Insulation:

Insulation is very important in any electrical cable since it prevents the electrocution of cable handlers. Belden cable’s insulation is made by the company, therefore offering a wide range of options, including Polyethylene, Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), and Polypropylene insulation. Datalene and Teflon® Insulated Plenum insulation are also available.

Jacket:

The range of Belden wire jackets is quite wide and includes the following materials: Polyvinyl Chloride, Polyethylene, Polyurethane, Teflon®, Tefzel®, Neoprene, EPDM, Silicone rubber, and Natural rubber.

Shield:

Belden wire shields utilize techniques and innovations developed by the company and include the following variety: Foil shields (Beldfoil®, Duofoil®), Braid shields, Spiral/Serve shields, and Combination shields.

Armor:

Belden wire armor protects the cable and is made of aluminum or interlocking steel.

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