Southwire 55031004 Fire Alarm Cable 16AWG 4C Fplp 1000ft

Product Description

The SOUTHWIRE 55031004 is a 16 AWG, 4-conductor solid unshielded fire alarm cable rated FPLP (Fire Power Limited Plenum) and listed to New York City Local Law 5 requirements. Designed for use in fire protective signaling systems, this cable carries low-voltage control and alarm signals in plenum-rated air-handling spaces where strict fire and smoke propagation standards must be met. It ships on a 1,000-foot reel, making it suitable for new construction rough-in and large retrofit fire alarm installations. Licensed fire alarm technicians and low-voltage electricians are the primary installers.

This cable is suited for use in commercial and residential buildings where plenum-rated wiring is required by code. The 2-pair, solid conductor construction is appropriate for initiating device circuits, notification appliance circuits, and signaling line circuits in conventional and addressable fire alarm systems. New York City Local Law 5 listing makes it a direct fit for NYC commercial building projects where that compliance is enforced by the authority having jurisdiction.

Key Features

• FPLP plenum rating meets strict fire and smoke propagation requirements for air-handling spaces
• 16 AWG solid conductors provide reliable continuity over long runs
• 4-conductor, 2-pair configuration supports multiple circuit types in a single cable
• NYC Local Law 5 listed for compliance on New York City commercial projects
• 1,000-foot reel quantity reduces splice points and suits large-scale installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style plenum fire alarm cable for use in FPLP-rated fire protective signaling system installations where 16 AWG 4-conductor solid unshielded cable is specified.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage electrician or fire alarm technician in accordance with NFPA 72, NFPA 90A, and applicable local codes. De-energize all associated fire alarm control panels and circuits before splicing or terminating conductors. Plenum-rated cable must be routed through plenum air-handling spaces as defined by the authority having jurisdiction and must not be substituted with riser or general-purpose rated cable in those spaces. Secure cable at intervals required by the applicable installation code and avoid sharp bends that could damage conductor insulation.