Genesis Cable 21175509 18 Awg 8 Conductor Cmr Security Cable

Product Description

The GENESIS CABLE 21175509 is an 18 AWG, 8-conductor stranded security cable rated CMR (Communications Multipurpose Cable, Riser) and FT4, designed for low-voltage security and alarm system wiring. The stranded conductor construction provides flexibility during installation in wall cavities, conduit runs, and above-ceiling pathways. The gray jacket is a standard finish for residential and commercial security installations. This cable is sold by the box and is installed by licensed low-voltage and security technicians.

This cable is suited for riser-rated applications in commercial and residential buildings where fire code requires CMR-rated wiring. Typical uses include burglar alarm panels, access control wiring, motion detector runs, and other low-voltage security system circuits. The FT4 rating satisfies Canadian fire performance standards, making this cable appropriate for cross-border projects requiring dual-compliant wiring materials.

Key Features

• 18 AWG stranded conductors for flexibility in pull-through and bend-heavy runs
• 8 conductors allow multi-zone or multi-function wiring in a single cable
• CMR riser rating meets NEC requirements for vertical riser installations
• FT4 rating meets Canadian flame test standards
• Gray jacket finish standard for security and alarm wiring identification
• Sold by the box for bulk installation projects

Compatibility

Designed as a CMR FT4-rated low-voltage security cable suitable for use with standard burglar alarm, access control, and security system panels requiring 18 AWG 8-conductor unshielded stranded wiring.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage or security systems technician in accordance with NEC Article 800 and applicable local codes. De-energize the security panel and connected devices before terminating conductors. CMR-rated cable must be used in vertical riser runs between floors and must not be substituted with CM or CMX-rated cable in those applications. Avoid running low-voltage security cable in the same conduit as line-voltage wiring without appropriate separation per code.