West Penn Wire 975RD0500 Fire Alarm Cable 500 Ft

Product Description

The WEST PENN WIRE 975RD0500 is an 18 AWG 2-conductor solid shielded fire alarm cable supplied in a 500-foot reel in red jacket. Designed for use in fire detection and notification wiring systems, this cable carries low-voltage signal and power between control panels, initiating devices, and notification appliances. The solid conductor construction provides stable resistance characteristics suited to supervised circuit wiring. Fire alarm installers and low-voltage contractors work with this cable during new construction and retrofit projects where a listed fire alarm cable is required by code.

This cable is intended for fire alarm system wiring in residential and commercial installations. Typical applications include connecting smoke detectors, pull stations, heat detectors, and horn-strobe notification appliances back to a fire alarm control panel. The red jacket is a widely recognized visual identifier for fire alarm circuits, supporting inspection and maintenance workflows. It is suitable for use in Class A and Class B initiating device circuits and notification appliance circuits where the authority having jurisdiction requires a shielded cable.

Key Features

• 18 AWG solid conductors for stable resistance in supervised fire alarm circuits
• 2-conductor configuration covers standard signaling and power runs
• Shielded construction helps reduce electromagnetic interference on sensitive detection circuits
• Red jacket provides immediate visual identification of fire alarm wiring
• 500-foot reel quantity reduces splicing on longer runs
• Listed under fire alarm unshielded riser category for code-compliant installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and standard-stock fire alarm cable for use in low-voltage fire detection and notification wiring systems requiring 18 AWG 2-conductor shielded cable.

Installation Notes

Installation must be performed by a licensed low-voltage or fire alarm contractor in accordance with NFPA 72 and applicable local codes. De-energize and lock out the fire alarm control panel before making any conductor connections. Maintain minimum bend radius and avoid routing alongside high-voltage wiring to preserve shield integrity. All splices and terminations must be made inside listed junction boxes or at listed device terminals.