Belden Inc. DEIP148F Direct Burial Cable 14 Awg 8-pair

Product Description

The BELDEN INC. DEIP148F is a direct-burial, individually shielded 14 AWG 8-pair cable designed for underground signal and control wiring applications. Each pair is foil shielded to suppress electromagnetic interference, and the overall construction is rated for direct-earth installation without conduit where codes permit. This cable is typically pulled by electricians or low-voltage controls technicians working on HVAC, irrigation, instrumentation, or building automation systems that require reliable signal integrity in buried runs.

This cable suits residential and light commercial applications where multiple control or signal circuits must be routed underground. Common install scenarios include zone-control wiring for HVAC systems, irrigation field wiring, and intercom or data acquisition runs that terminate at field devices. The foil shielding on each individual pair makes it well suited for environments with electrical noise from motors or variable-frequency drives running in proximity to the cable route.

Key Features

• 14 AWG conductor size supports longer runs with reduced voltage drop in control circuits
• 8-pair configuration consolidates multiple signal circuits into a single cable pull
• Individual pair foil shielding isolates each circuit and reduces crosstalk
• Direct-burial rated construction eliminates conduit requirement where local code allows
• Sold as a single unit (each)

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style and aftermarket replacement or new-installation cable for direct-burial low-voltage control and signal wiring applications in HVAC, irrigation, and building automation systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed electrician or qualified low-voltage controls technician in accordance with applicable NEC requirements for direct-burial conductors. De-energize all circuits before making terminations. Minimum burial depth requirements vary by jurisdiction and circuit type — consult local code before trenching. Avoid sharp bends at entry points to junction boxes or conduit stubs, as these can damage the foil shields and degrade signal performance.