West Penn Wire 454BK1000 22 Awg 2 Conductor Shielded Cable

Product Description

The WEST PENN WIRE 454BK1000 is a 22 AWG, 2-conductor stranded shielded audio cable supplied in a 1000-foot reel with a black jacket. Designed for low-voltage audio signal distribution, the cable features a foil or braid shield to reject electromagnetic interference and maintain clean signal transmission over extended runs. It falls within the non-plenum rating category, making it suitable for in-wall and standard conduit installations where plenum-rated material is not required by code. Electricians and low-voltage technicians rely on this gauge and construction for background music systems, intercom wiring, and similar distributed audio applications.

This cable is used in residential and light commercial audio installations, including background music systems, paging systems, and intercom wiring. Its stranded conductor construction makes termination easier and improves flexibility for routing through walls and conduit. The 1000-foot quantity supports full-building runs without mid-run splices. Because it is rated for non-plenum environments, it is specified in standard stud-wall, conduit, and surface-raceway installations where NFPA 90A plenum requirements do not apply.

Key Features

• 22 AWG stranded conductors for flexibility and easy termination
• 2-conductor paired configuration for balanced or unbalanced audio signal runs
• Shielded construction reduces electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference
• Black jacket for standard identification in non-plenum wiring installations
• 1000-foot reel length minimizes splices on long distribution runs
• Non-plenum rated for use in standard wall cavities and conduit

Compatibility

Designed as a non-plenum rated, 22 AWG 2-conductor shielded cable for use in low-voltage audio distribution systems in residential and commercial installations.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage technician or electrician in accordance with applicable NEC article requirements for communication and audio wiring. This cable is not rated for plenum air-handling spaces — confirm the installation environment before running cable. Power down all connected audio equipment before making terminations. Avoid routing parallel to high-voltage power conductors to preserve the shielding effectiveness.