West Penn Wire 25293BYE1000 Plenum Audio Cable 1P 18AWG

Product Description

The WEST PENN WIRE 25293BYE1000 is a single-pair, 18 AWG stranded, shielded plenum-rated audio cable supplied in a 1000-foot quantity. Designed for low-voltage audio signal distribution, it carries analog audio in commercial and institutional environments where plenum-rated cable is required by code. The stranded conductor construction provides flexibility during installation, while the overall shield suppresses electromagnetic interference to maintain signal integrity over long runs. Licensed electricians and low-voltage technicians are the primary installers of this product in ceiling plenum spaces, conduit, or open-air plenum return pathways.

This cable is suited for permanent installation in commercial buildings, schools, healthcare facilities, hotels, and houses of worship where audio signal runs must pass through plenum air-handling spaces. Typical applications include background music distribution, paging systems, and intercom wiring. The plenum jacket rating allows the cable to be run in air-handling spaces without conduit where local codes permit, making it a common choice for AV integrators and low-voltage contractors working on distributed audio systems.

Key Features

• Plenum-rated jacket meets code requirements for installation in air-handling spaces without conduit where permitted
• Overall shield reduces electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference on audio signal runs
• 18 AWG stranded conductors provide flexibility for routing through tight pathways
• Single-pair configuration suited for dedicated point-to-point or zone audio runs
• 1000-foot put-up reduces splice points on long commercial cable runs

Compatibility

Designed as a plenum-rated, shielded single-pair audio cable suitable for low-voltage analog audio distribution systems in commercial and institutional installations.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage technician or electrician in accordance with local building codes and the National Electrical Code (NEC), particularly Article 800 governing communications wiring. De-energize any connected equipment before terminating conductors. Maintain proper bend radius to avoid damaging the shield or jacket, and avoid running parallel to high-voltage power conductors to minimize induced noise. Verify local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements before running plenum cable in open air-handling spaces.