FPLP162URR · Solid Bare Copper Fire Alarm Cable (14–22 AWG, 2 & 4 Conductor, Shielded & Unshielded, Riser FPLR & Plenum FPLP)

Commercial and life-safety fire alarm cable featuring annealed solid bare copper conductors, flame-retardant PVC (FR-PVC) insulation, an integrated ripcord, and a durable FR-PVC protective jacket. Available in 14, 16, 18, and 22 AWG sizes in 2-conductor and 4-conductor configurations, as well as unshielded and overall aluminum foil shielded (with a 0.38 mm tinned copper drain wire) options for protection against signal interference. Offered in UL-listed Riser-rated (FPLR) and Plenum-rated (FPLP) constructions for installation in vertical shafts or environmental air-handling plenum spaces. Engineered for critical life-safety and signaling applications, including fire alarm systems, smoke detectors, voice communications, burglar alarms, and fire protective circuits. Includes sequential footage markings every 2 feet for easier tracking and installation.

Specifications

• • Conductor: 14 AWG, 16 AWG, 18 AWG, or 22 AWG annealed solid bare copper

  • Conductor Count Options: 2 Conductors or 4 Conductors

  • Shielding Options: Unshielded or Overall Aluminum Foil Shield with 0.38 mm tinned copper drain wire

  • Insulation Material: Flame-Retardant PVC (FR-PVC)

  • Jacket Material: Flame-Retardant PVC (FR-PVC)

  • Color Code: 1-Black, 2-Red, 3-Brown, 4-Blue

  • Nominal Outside Diameter:

    • Unshielded Plenum (FPLP): 3.8 mm (18 AWG / 2C) to 6.0 mm (14 AWG / 4C)

    • Shielded Plenum (FPLP): 4.3 mm (16 AWG / 2C) to 5.1 mm (14 AWG / 2C)

    • Unshielded Riser (FPLR): 3.2 mm (22 AWG / 4C) to 5.1 mm (14 AWG / 2C)

    • Shielded Riser (FPLR): 3.8 mm (18 AWG / 2C) to 5.1 mm (14 AWG / 2C)

  • Rip Cord: Yes

  • Voltage Rating: 300V

  • Temperature Rating: -20°C to +75°C

  • Footage Markings: Sequential marking every 2 feet

  • Packaging Options: 1,000 ft wooden reel (500 ft option available for 22 AWG / 4C)

  • Applications: Fire Alarm Systems, Smoke Detectors, Voice Communications, Burglar Alarms, Fire Protective Circuits

  • Standards & Compliances: UL Listed Type FPLP, UL Listed Type FPLR, RoHS Compliant