C2G 100ft (30.5m) Bulk 18 AWG Shielded Speaker Wire, Plenum CMP-Rated

Overview

The C2G 29205 is a 100-foot reel of 18 AWG shielded speaker wire designed for professional and residential audio installations that require plenum CMP-rated cable. It provides a safe and code-compliant solution for running speaker wiring through air-handling spaces, ensuring both performance and safety. The cable features two copper conductors with seven strands each, wrapped in a full foil shield and accompanied by a stranded copper drain wire to minimize interference and maintain audio clarity over long distances.

Key features

• Shielded pair with 100 percent foil and a stranded drain wire reduces electromagnetic interference for clearer sound quality.
• Plenum CMP and FT6 ratings allow installation in air-handling spaces without additional conduit, meeting strict building codes.
• Color-coded red and black conductors simplify polarity checks, making installation faster and more reliable.
• Flexible 18 AWG conductors with seven strands of 26 AWG copper provide ease of routing around corners and tight spaces.
• Natural jacket with printed footage markers helps installers measure and cut precise lengths without extra tools.
• Durable construction suitable for classrooms, conference rooms, houses of worship, restaurants, and whole-home audio systems.
• Comes on a spool that feeds smoothly, reducing effort and frustration during cable pulls above ceilings or inside walls.
• Backed by a lifetime warranty, offering long-term confidence in the cable’s performance and durability.

Key specs

• Length: 100 feet (30.5 meters)
• Conductor gauge: 18 AWG
• Conductor strands: 7 strands of 26 AWG copper per conductor
• Shielding: 100 percent foil shield with stranded copper drain wire
• Jacket color: Natural
• Ratings: CMP (plenum), FT6
• Conductors: Two (red and black) for easy polarity identification

Connectivity and compatibility

This speaker wire is compatible with a wide range of audio equipment, including amplifiers, ceiling speakers, outdoor speakers, and paging systems. Its shielded design helps maintain signal integrity in environments with potential electromagnetic interference, making it suitable for commercial and residential audio setups where clear sound is essential.

Ideal uses and environments

The cable is well suited to installations in classrooms, conference rooms, houses of worship, restaurants, and whole-home audio systems. Its plenum rating allows it to be safely routed through air-handling spaces, which is often required in commercial buildings. Whether running long speaker lines in a lecture hall or connecting outdoor speakers on a patio, this wire delivers reliable performance and meets safety standards.