Belden Inc. 5303UE 0081000 Multimedia Cable 18 Awg

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. 5303UE 0081000 is a 5-conductor, 18 AWG multimedia cable with a flame-retardant PVC (FR-PVC) jacket finished in gray. Built for structured wiring installations, this cable carries audio, control, or low-voltage signal across commercial and residential applications. The plenum-rated construction meets the requirements for runs through air-handling spaces, making it suitable for above-ceiling and in-wall installations where code demands a higher fire-safety rating. Licensed electricians and low-voltage contractors are the primary installers for this product type.

This cable is used in multimedia distribution systems, speaker wiring, intercom runs, and low-voltage control applications in both residential and light commercial buildings. The gray FR-PVC jacket blends into standard conduit and J-hook installations. The 5-conductor count supports multi-zone or multi-channel wiring layouts where a single cable run needs to carry several discrete signals or circuits simultaneously. It ships as a single unit per the supplier unit-of-measure designation.

Key Features

• 5-conductor configuration supports multi-channel or multi-zone signal and control wiring
• 18 AWG conductor gauge suitable for low-voltage audio, intercom, and control circuits
• Flame-retardant PVC jacket rated for plenum air-handling spaces
• Gray jacket color for standard identification in structured wiring installations
• Sold per unit (EA) for straightforward ordering on service and retrofit jobs

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style multimedia cable for use in plenum-rated low-voltage structured wiring systems in residential and commercial installations.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed electrician or registered low-voltage contractor in accordance with NEC Article 800 and applicable local codes. De-energize all circuits in the work area before pulling or terminating cable. Use appropriate cable-pulling lubricant and avoid exceeding the cable's minimum bend radius during installation. Plenum-rated cable must be used in plenum spaces as defined by the authority having jurisdiction.