18/6 Solid Copper Fire Alarm Cable - FPLR Riser Rated, Red, 1000ft
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18/6 Riser (FPLR) Fire Alarm Cable
Proudly made in the USA, this 18/6 FPLR riser-rated fire alarm cable delivers exceptional versatility with six solid bare copper conductors in a CMR-rated PVC jacket. Engineered for complex multi-zone fire alarm systems, this 6-conductor configuration provides the flexibility to run multiple circuits in a single cable while maintaining the cost advantage of riser rating for non-plenum installations. The integrated rip cord simplifies jacket removal, speeding up installations and reducing labor costs.
UL-listed and compliant with current NEC guidelines, this riser cable offers the same reliable electrical performance as plenum alternatives at a more economical price point for vertical runs and standard installations where plenum rating isn't required by code.
Key Features
- Six 18 AWG solid copper conductors for multi-zone system versatility
- CMR (CL2R) riser-rated PVC jacket for vertical runs and non-plenum spaces
- Integrated rip cord for easy jacket removal and faster terminations
- Unshielded design for standard fire alarm applications
- UL-Listed and RoHS Compliant
- 300V voltage rating | 75°C temperature rating
- Made in USA
Applications
- Multi-zone fire alarm systems
- Smoke detectors and notification devices
- Fire protection systems
- Monitoring and detection systems
- Audio circuits
- Control circuits
- Initiating circuits
Technical Specifications
Physical Construction
- Conductor type: Solid bare copper
- Conductor size: 18 AWG (6 conductors)
- Conductor insulation: PVC
- Nominal cable OD: 5.38 mm
- Outer jacket: PVC, 0.381 mm thickness
- Jacket color: Red
- Shielding: None (unshielded)
- Special features: Integrated rip cord
Electrical Characteristics
- Voltage rating: 300V
- Temperature rating: 75°C
- Conductor colors: Black, Red, Brown, Blue, Orange, Yellow
Why Choose 6-Conductor Cable?
Six-conductor fire alarm cable offers unique advantages for complex installations:
- Multi-zone flexibility - run multiple circuits in a single cable pull
- Reduced installation time compared to pulling multiple 2 or 4-conductor cables
- Cost-effective solution for systems requiring 5-6 separate circuit paths
- Simplified wire management with all circuits in one jacket
- Color-coded conductors (6 distinct colors) for easy circuit identification
When to use FPLR vs FPLP:
- Use FPLR (Riser): Vertical runs, risers, standard rooms, non-plenum horizontal runs
- Use FPLP (Plenum): Air handling spaces, environmental air plenums, above drop ceilings used for air return
Ideal for commercial buildings, multi-tenant facilities, and complex fire alarm systems where multiple circuits need to reach the same zones or devices, providing professional installers with maximum flexibility at an economical price point.