18/4 wire comparison :)
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Sacedog
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My $.02, stranded. Stranded wire for contacts, has a lot less probability of getting kinked or shorting due to kinks. Also, I purchased Belden 18/4 (stranded) made specifically for Smokes (and other life devices). I purchased from tselectronic.com.
Also, Pete is right...plenum rated cable is most often used above the drop ceilings in offices, which in most cases a return air plenum.
Also, Pete is right...plenum rated cable is most often used above the drop ceilings in offices, which in most cases a return air plenum.
Neurorad
Senior Member
I struck out at Lowe's and HD today. Looks like TSElectronic.com may have what I need. Too bad I have to buy 1000'.
Lowe's and HD had 22-4 shielded, with a drain.
Thanks for the tip on Tri-State Electronics.com:
https://www.tselectronic.com/belden/5502ug....62b23241bdfb4a1
Lowe's and HD had 22-4 shielded, with a drain.
Thanks for the tip on Tri-State Electronics.com:
https://www.tselectronic.com/belden/5502ug....62b23241bdfb4a1
Monk
Active Member
That would be used more for situations where interference could be an issue. I have used it for an intercom application (older DSC system).
Neurorad
Senior Member
Interestingly, it's somewhat difficult to find unshielded stranded 18-2. Most websites want to sell it mated with RG6 or RG59.
Tri-State Electronic wants to sell it for $40/100' or $82/500'. Seems pricey for basic 2 conductor cable. In comparison, they sell 1000' of 22-4 for $82.
Nobody ever said this hobby is cheap.
I need to stop bitching, and planning, and start building.
Tri-State Electronic wants to sell it for $40/100' or $82/500'. Seems pricey for basic 2 conductor cable. In comparison, they sell 1000' of 22-4 for $82.
Nobody ever said this hobby is cheap.
I need to stop bitching, and planning, and start building.
Neurorad
Senior Member
Found good cable pricing at Newark Electronics.
I'll buy solid 22/4 and stranded 18/2.
Based on Dan's Home Wiring 101-102-103 guides, I'll buy CM rated cable (encompasses CLX2 designation). Belden is a good name, and Newark's cheapest Belden cables are competitively priced.
500' 22/4 solid, polypropylene insulation, PVC jacket, 'natural' color jacket $22.46 Belden #5522UG 877C500
500' 18/2 stranded multiconductor, black PVC jacket $41.62 Belden #5300UG 010U500
Emailed invoice says 'Direct Ship Charge $0.00', but I'm guessing ~$15. + Tax.
Cheaper than HD/Lowes, I get EXACTLY what I want, and name brand. Detailed data sheets on all Belden products on their website. :throwup:
I'll buy solid 22/4 and stranded 18/2.
Based on Dan's Home Wiring 101-102-103 guides, I'll buy CM rated cable (encompasses CLX2 designation). Belden is a good name, and Newark's cheapest Belden cables are competitively priced.
500' 22/4 solid, polypropylene insulation, PVC jacket, 'natural' color jacket $22.46 Belden #5522UG 877C500
500' 18/2 stranded multiconductor, black PVC jacket $41.62 Belden #5300UG 010U500
Emailed invoice says 'Direct Ship Charge $0.00', but I'm guessing ~$15. + Tax.
Cheaper than HD/Lowes, I get EXACTLY what I want, and name brand. Detailed data sheets on all Belden products on their website. :throwup:
