Premium plenum-rated 6-conductor security alarm cable engineered for complex multi-zone installations in air-handling spaces. This USA-made cable features six 22-gauge stranded bare copper conductors with 7 strands each, housed in a low-smoke CMP-rated white jacket. Designed for demanding security systems, intercoms, audio distribution, and power-limited controls where maximum flexibility and fire safety compliance are essential.

Key Features

• 22 AWG 6-Conductor Configuration - Maximum versatility for complex multi-zone security systems
• 7-Strand Bare Copper Conductors - Superior flexibility and reliable signal integrity
• CMP/CL3P Plenum Rated - Approved for HVAC plenums and air-handling spaces
• Low-Smoke PVC Construction - Enhanced fire safety with minimal toxic smoke emission
• Sequential Footage Marking - Precise measurement for accurate installation planning
• ETL Listed & RoHS Compliant - Meets strict safety and environmental standards
• White Low-Smoke Jacket - Clean, professional appearance for visible installations
• Made in USA - Premium domestic manufacturing quality

Ideal Applications

Perfect for plenum spaces in commercial and residential buildings:

• Complex Multi-Zone Security & Alarm Systems
• Intercom Systems
• Sound & Audio Distribution
• Power-Limited Control Circuits
• Access Control Systems
• Integrated Building Management Systems

Technical Specifications

• Conductor Material: Stranded Bare Copper
• Wire Gauge: 22 AWG
• Number of Conductors: 6
• Strands per Conductor: 7
• Inner Conductor Diameter: 1.2mm
• Conductor Insulation: Low-Smoke PVC
• Cable Diameter (Nominal OD): 4.34mm
• Jacket Thickness: 0.38mm
• Jacket Material: Low-Smoke PVC
• Jacket Color: White
• Shielding: Unshielded

Electrical Performance

• Maximum Temperature: 75°C (167°F)
• Voltage Rating: 300V

Certifications & Compliance

• Plenum Rating: CMP (Communications Plenum)
• Additional Ratings: CL3P, FPLP
• Listings: ETL Listed
• Environmental: RoHS Compliant

Package Details

• Length: 1000 feet per spool
• Country of Origin: Made in USA

Why Choose 22/6 Plenum Cable?

✓ Maximum Flexibility - Six conductors provide ultimate versatility for integrated systems
✓ Fire Code Compliant - CMP rating meets stringent requirements for air-handling spaces
✓ Low Smoke Safety - Special insulation reduces toxic emissions during fire emergencies
✓ Multi-System Capability - Single cable run handles security, intercom, and control functions
✓ Cost-Effective Installation - Reduces labor by consolidating multiple systems into one cable
✓ Professional Quality - ETL listed and manufactured in USA to exacting standards

Plenum Installation Requirements

Use CMP Plenum Cable When:

• Installing in HVAC plenums or air-return spaces
• Running cable above drop ceilings used for air circulation
• Building codes require low-smoke, fire-resistant materials
• Commercial installations with strict fire safety codes

Important: Plenum cable meets or exceeds all riser (CMR) requirements and can substitute for riser cable, but riser cable cannot be used in plenum spaces. Always verify local building codes.

Common Use Cases

• Enterprise Security: Multi-zone systems with separate circuits for doors, motion, glass break
• Integrated Systems: Security + intercom + access control in one cable run
• Commercial Buildings: Comprehensive security in offices with plenum ceilings
• Multi-Zone Audio: Distributed sound systems with independent zone control
• Building Automation: HVAC, lighting, and environmental controls
• Educational Facilities: Campus-wide security and communication systems
• Healthcare: Patient monitoring, nurse call, and security integration
• Retail: Loss prevention systems with multiple detection zones

Installation Best Practices

• Verify plenum rating requirements with local building codes before installation
• Use proper plenum-rated junction boxes and connectors
• Maintain minimum bend radius to prevent conductor damage
• Label conductors at both ends for easy identification
• Test all circuits before final termination
• Keep cable away from high-voltage power lines to prevent interference