Genesis Cable 21225509 16/4 Stranded Riser Cable 500 Ft

Product Description

The GENESIS CABLE 21225509 is a 16 AWG 4-conductor stranded unshielded riser-rated security cable supplied in a 500-foot pull box. Built for low-voltage security and alarm wiring, this cable carries a CL2R or equivalent riser rating, making it code-acceptable for vertical runs between floors without the need for conduit in most jurisdictions. The stranded conductor construction improves flexibility during pull-through and termination compared to solid conductors. The gray jacket provides a clean, professional appearance in finished spaces. Security installers and low-voltage technicians are the primary users of this cable.

This cable is used in commercial and residential security system installations where riser-rated wiring is required by local fire and building codes. Typical applications include wiring for motion detectors, door and window contacts, keypads, and other low-voltage security devices. The 500-foot box format is suited for mid-to-large installations where continuous runs between floors or across long horizontal distances are needed. The unshielded construction is appropriate for environments with low electromagnetic interference.

Key Features

• 16 AWG stranded conductors for improved flexibility and ease of termination
• 4-conductor configuration supports a wide range of security device wiring layouts
• Riser-rated jacket meets code requirements for vertical cable runs between floors
• Unshielded design suitable for standard low-voltage security applications
• Gray outer jacket for clean appearance in commercial and residential installs
• 500-foot box format reduces the need for mid-run splices on larger jobs

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and standard-fit cable for low-voltage security and alarm systems requiring 16 AWG 4-conductor riser-rated unshielded wiring.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage technician or security systems installer in accordance with applicable local codes and NFPA 72 requirements. De-energize all connected equipment before making terminations. Riser-rated cable must be installed in vertical runs as permitted by the NEC; do not substitute this cable in plenum-rated spaces where CMP-rated cable is required. Avoid sharp bends and over-cinching with cable ties to protect the stranded conductors.