Wirepath SP-142-DB-500-BLK 14AWG Speaker Wire 500ft Black

Product Description

The WIREPATH SP-142-DB-500-BLK is a 14 AWG 2-conductor speaker wire supplied on a 500-foot drum in black jacket. This non-plenum rated bulk cable is used to run speaker circuits between amplifiers, receivers, or distribution systems and passive loudspeakers. The 14 AWG gauge supports longer runs and higher-current speaker loads compared to lighter 16 or 18 AWG alternatives, making it a practical choice for whole-home audio, commercial background music zones, and dedicated listening room installations. Each drum delivers a continuous 500-foot pull, reducing splice points on large jobs.

This cable is suited for in-wall and surface-mounted speaker wiring in residential and light commercial settings where plenum-rated cable is not required. Typical applications include drop-ceiling spaces, wall cavities classified as non-plenum, and surface raceways in retail, restaurant, or office environments. Audio-visual integrators, low-voltage technicians, and electricians handling structured media work are the primary installers. The black jacket blends with standard conduit and raceway finishes used in commercial trim-out.

Key Features

• 14 AWG conductor gauge supports extended speaker runs with reduced resistive loss
• 2-conductor configuration for standard single-voice-coil passive speaker wiring
• 500-foot continuous drum minimizes field splices on large installations
• Black jacket finish suits commercial and architectural install aesthetics
• Non-plenum rated for use in non-air-handling wall and ceiling cavities
• Sold as a single drum (quantity per unit: 1)

Compatibility

Designed as a bulk non-plenum 2-conductor speaker cable compatible with standard passive loudspeaker systems, multi-zone audio distribution equipment, and amplifier or receiver speaker outputs requiring 14 AWG wiring.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage technician or electrician in accordance with NEC Article 640 governing audio signal cable. Verify the installation environment does not require plenum-rated (CL2P or CMP) cable before pulling this non-plenum wire through any wall or ceiling cavity. De-energize all connected amplifiers and receivers before terminating conductors. Use a pull line and appropriate bushings when routing through stud bays or conduit to avoid jacket damage.