This fire alarm system cable is constructed with solid, bare copper conductors and premium-grade PVC insulation and jacket. It is designed to provide dependable connectivity for power-limited control circuits and various wiring systems such as intercom, security, audio, and background music systems.
The cable features an aluminum foil shield supported by Flexfoil® polyester for noise protection. It is available in 1000-foot lengths, with sequential footage markings for easy installation.
- Application: Power-limited control circuits and system wiring
- Voltage rating: 300 volts
- Conductor: 18 AWG, solid, round, bare copper
- Insulation: Premium-grade, color-coded PVC
- Shield: Aluminum foil with polyester support
- Jacket: Red PVC, 0.015 inches thick
- Outer diameter: 0.158 inches
- Temperature range: -20°C to +75°C
Technical Specifications
| Country of Origin | United States |
| AWG Size | 18 |
| Conductor Category | Class 1 = solid |
| Number of Conductors | 2 |
| Strand Count | Solid |
| Shape of Conductor | Round |
| Jacket Color | Red |
| Jacket Marking | CAROL (R) 18 AWG -- E3602S -- 75C E60233-8 (UL) CL3P OR FPLP -- (UL) C(UL) CMP -- ROHS -- MADE IN USA (DATE CODE) (SEQ FT) (PRINT EVERY 2 FT) |
| Outer Diameter | 0.158 in |
| Thickness Outer Jacket | 0.015 in |
| Insulation Thickness | 0.01 in |
| Armoring Type | None |
| Shield Construction | Metalized foil |
| Shield Material | Aluminium |
| Jacket Material | Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) |
| Voltage | 300 V |
| Silicone Free | Yes |
| Lead Free | Yes |
| Resistant To Chemicals | No |
| Resistant To UV | No |
| Resistant To Moisture | No |
| Resistant To Oil | No |
| Flame Retardant | No |
| Halogen Free | No |
| Underground Installation | No |
| With Rodent Protection | No |
| Outdoor Installation | No |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Flame Retardant | No |
| Jacket Color | Red |
| Jacket Material | PVC |
| Lead Free | Yes |
| Number of Strands | Solid |
| UV Resistant | No |
| Voltage | 300 V |
Product Documents
For GENERAL CABLE 18/2C Solid Shielded FPLP Fire Alarm Cable - Red, 300V, 1000 ft E3602S.41.03, compare the listed details with project drawings, replacement requirements, and any site-specific electrical or low-voltage conditions.
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