West Penn Wire 60982BRD1000 Fire Alarm Cable 4C 18AWG Plenum

Product Description

The WEST PENN WIRE 60982BRD1000 is a 4-conductor, 18 AWG solid unshielded plenum-rated fire alarm cable. Solid conductors maintain consistent resistance over long runs, making this cable well-suited for supervised fire alarm circuits where signal integrity is critical. The plenum rating means the jacket meets low-smoke and flame-spread requirements for installation in air-handling spaces without conduit. Licensed fire alarm technicians and low-voltage electricians use this cable for new construction and retrofit fire alarm system wiring.

This cable is designed for fire alarm and detection system wiring in commercial and residential buildings. Plenum-rated construction allows installation in ceiling plenums, raised-floor spaces, and other air-circulation pathways in compliance with NFPA 72 and local building codes. It is appropriate for initiating device circuits, notification appliance circuits, and signaling line circuits where an unshielded, solid-conductor plenum cable is specified by the system designer or AHJ.

Key Features

• 4-conductor configuration supports multi-zone or supervised circuit wiring
• 18 AWG solid conductors provide stable resistance across extended cable runs
• Unshielded design simplifies termination in standard fire alarm panels and devices
• Plenum-rated jacket meets low-smoke, low-flame-spread requirements for air-handling spaces
• Sold per 1000-foot reel for full-run pulls on commercial projects

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and new-installation solution for 4-conductor 18 AWG solid unshielded plenum fire alarm cable applications in commercial and residential fire detection systems.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed fire alarm technician or low-voltage electrician in accordance with NFPA 72, NFPA 90A, and applicable local codes. De-energize the fire alarm control panel and follow lockout procedures before terminating or splicing conductors. Avoid sharp bends and over-cinching cable ties, which can deform solid conductors and affect circuit continuity. Verify the plenum rating is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction before installation in air-handling spaces.