Genesis Cable 54745508 16/4 Stranded Cmr Audio Cable 500 Ft

Product Description

The GENESIS CABLE 54745508 is a 16 AWG, 4-conductor stranded CMR-rated audio cable supplied in a 500-foot pull quantity with a black jacket. CMR (Communications Multipurpose Cable, Riser) rating means this cable meets fire-resistance standards for riser installations between floors without requiring plenum-grade material. The stranded conductor construction provides flexibility during installation, making routing through walls, conduit, and junction boxes more manageable than solid wire. This cable is designed for low-voltage audio distribution in commercial and residential applications and is typically installed by low-voltage technicians, AV integrators, and electricians.

This cable is suited for in-wall and riser audio wiring runs where a non-plenum CMR rating satisfies the local code requirement. Common applications include speaker wire runs in multi-room audio systems, background music distribution, and similar low-voltage signal wiring. The 4-conductor configuration supports stereo speaker pairs or dual-zone wiring from a single cable run. The black jacket blends with standard finish-work environments and is appropriate for concealed in-wall use.

Key Features

• 16 AWG stranded conductors for flexibility and reduced installation fatigue on long runs
• 4-conductor configuration supports stereo pairs or dual-zone audio from one cable
• CMR (Riser) rating meets fire-resistance requirements for between-floor installations
• Black jacket suited for concealed in-wall and riser routing
• 500-foot quantity reduces mid-job splicing on larger installs
• Non-plenum designation clarifies code applicability — not approved for air-handling plenum spaces

Compatibility

Designed for use in non-plenum riser audio wiring applications where CMR-rated 16 AWG 4-conductor cable meets the specified installation requirement.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage technician or electrician in accordance with local building codes and NEC Article 800 requirements for communications cables. Confirm with the authority having jurisdiction that CMR rating satisfies riser requirements before roughing in — do not substitute CMR cable in plenum-rated air-handling spaces. De-energize any connected audio equipment before terminating conductors. Avoid sharp bends beyond the cable minimum bend radius to prevent conductor damage during pull-through.