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Control Cable Unshielded 18AWG 2 Conductor Riser CMR Stranded Copper
Get reliable CMR-rated control cable performance in walls and risers at the lowest cost and weight in the lineup with this 18AWG unshielded stranded bare copper control cable. Rated CMR / FT4 and C(ETL)US Listed for permanent in-wall and vertical riser installations in residential and commercial buildings, it is the straightforward choice for clean environments without significant EMI from power lines or industrial equipment.
At just 21 lbs per 1,000ft, this is the lightest CMR control cable in the series — easy to handle, pull in conduit, and route through walls. The 18AWG gauge is appropriate for control and signal applications with moderate current and run-length requirements. A built-in ripcord enables fast, clean jacket removal at every termination. Choose White for a cleaner finish in exposed runs, or Grey for standard cable tray and conduit installations. Available in 500ft for smaller projects and 1,000ft for large-scale commercial jobs.
C(ETL)US Listed · CMR / FT4 · CL2 / CL2R · UL444
Specifications:
• Cable Type: 2-Conductor Unshielded Control Cable
• Conductor: Stranded Bare Copper, 18AWG (7/0.4mm)
• Insulation: PVC · Colors: Black, Red
• Shielding: None (Unshielded)
• Jacket: FR-PVC, CMR / FT4 Rated
• Jacket Colors: White, Grey
• Nominal OD: 3.96 mm (0.156 in.)
• Certifications: C(ETL)US Listed, UL444, CL2/CL2R
• Ripcord: Yes
• Packaging: 500ft or 1,000ft Reelex II pull box
Note: For EMI environments, choose the shielded CMR version. For plenum spaces, choose the CMP version.
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