{"product_id":"west-penn-wire-975rd0500-fire-alarm-cable-500-ft","title":"West Penn Wire 975RD0500 Fire Alarm Cable 500 Ft","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 AWG solid conductors for stable resistance in supervised fire alarm circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-conductor configuration covers standard signaling and power runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShielded construction helps reduce electromagnetic interference on sensitive detection circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed jacket provides immediate visual identification of fire alarm wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500-foot reel quantity reduces splicing on longer runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListed under fire alarm unshielded riser category for code-compliant installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConductor Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18 AWG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConductor Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Solid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShield\u003c\/strong\u003e: Shielded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJacket Color\u003c\/strong\u003e: Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 500 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Category\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fire Alarm Unshielded Solid Riser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit of Measure\u003c\/strong\u003e: Each (1 reel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: WEST PENN WIRE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 975RD0500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"WEST PENN WIRE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51561069510962,"sku":"975RD0500","price":253.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/c550c413964d9b9536af16acaa36c982.jpg?v=1786462321","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/west-penn-wire-975rd0500-fire-alarm-cable-500-ft","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}