Belden 5205UE 16 AWG 7 Conductor Unshielded Sound & Security Cable | CMR Riser Rated

Belden 5205UE is a commercial-grade, multi-conductor unshielded security and audio cable engineered for high-density, low-voltage installations requiring enhanced current capacity and robust signal distribution. Featuring 7 independent 16 AWG conductors, this cable provides an excellent solution for complex low-voltage systems that require more power or lower signal loss than standard 18 AWG or 22 AWG options. It is UL-rated as CMR (Communications Riser), making it safe and code-compliant for vertical paths between floors, inside riser shafts, or within walls.

Key Features of Belden 5205UE

• High-Capacity 16 AWG Profile: Built with larger 16 AWG conductors to support longer cable runs and higher current demands with minimal voltage drop, bridging the gap between standard signal wires and heavy-gauge power lines.

• 7-Conductor Control Layout: Combines 7 discrete circuits into a single outer jacket, significantly reducing cable management complexity and installation time during multi-device or multi-zone drop layouts.

• CMR Riser Safety Rating: Certified with a UL 1666 Riser rating. The flame-retardant PVC jacket is engineered to prevent the spread of fire vertically from floor to floor, satisfying strict commercial building code requirements.

• Highly Conductive Stranded Copper: Manufactured with premium stranded bare copper conductors in a 19x29 stranding layout. This configuration delivers excellent electrical conductivity while remaining physically flexible for effortless routing through wall cavities and tight enclosures.

• Premium Polypropylene Insulation: Conductors are wrapped in a high-dielectric polypropylene (PP) insulation. This thin-wall formulation delivers superior electrical performance and defense against conductor shorting while keeping the overall diameter slim.

• Rip Cord Integration: Includes a built-in nylon rip cord beneath the jacket, allowing installers to easily score and strip back long sections of the outer sheath without risking damage to the inner conductor insulation.

Common Applications

• Commercial Security & Access Control: Interconnecting multi-device access control nodes, keypad arrays, card readers, biometric scanners, and heavy-duty magnetic locks or door strikes requiring low-voltage power supply loops.

• Intercom & PA Systems: Routing multi-station voice paths, balanced paging networks, and master control lines in schools, commercial offices, and healthcare complexes.

• Sound & Audio Distribution: Connecting multi-channel background music networks, low-voltage paging zones, and localized audio controls where line loss needs to be managed over extended distances.

• Background Control & Signaling: Distributing multi-circuit low-voltage digital signals, power-limited relay controls, HVAC sensor loops, thermostat zones, and building automation commands.

Conductor Identification: Belden Standard Multi-Conductor Color Code

• 1: Black

• 2: Red

• 3: White

• 4: Green

• 5: Brown

• 6: Blue

• 7: Orange

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: Belden 5205UE

• Conductor Size: 16 AWG

• Number of Conductors: 7

• Conductor Type: Stranded Bare Copper (19x29 layout)

• Insulation Material: PP (Polypropylene)

• Shielding: None (Unshielded)

• Jacket Material: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) with Rip Cord - Gray

• Voltage Rating: 300V RMS

• Temperature Rating: -20 degrees C to +75 degrees C (Operating)

• Flame Test Ratings: UL1666 Riser, FT4

• Compliance Standards: NEC Article 800 Type CMR, CEC Type CMG, California State Fire Marshal Approved, RoHS Compliant

Technical Note: Because Belden 5205UE is an unshielded cable, it is highly flexible but lacks defense against high-frequency electromagnetic interference (EMI). To avoid signal degradation, noise coupling, or data corruption, do not route this low-voltage cable parallel to high-voltage AC power lines (120V/240V or higher) within the same wall cavity or conduit unless separated by an approved physical barrier or a minimum distance of 50 mm (2 inches). If your layout requires installation through drop ceilings utilized for environmental air exchange, the plenum-rated equivalent (Belden 6205UE) must be used instead.

CABLE TYPE: 16 AWG / 7-Conductor Stranded Unshielded Riser Cable

DISCLAIMER: The technical information provided is for general reference only. Low-voltage electrical and security installations must strictly adhere to the National Electrical Code (NEC), local building structures, and relevant NFPA fire safety standards. Always cross-reference the official Belden manufacturer data sheet prior to finalizing physical system designs.

Belden 5205UE is a commercial-grade, multi-conductor unshielded security and audio cable engineered for high-density, low-voltage installations requiring enhanced current capacity and robust signal distribution. Featuring 7 independent 16 AWG conductors, this cable provides an excellent solution for complex low-voltage systems that require more power or lower signal loss than standard 18 AWG or 22 AWG options. It is UL-rated as CMR (Communications Riser), making it safe and code-compliant for vertical paths between floors, inside riser shafts, or within walls.

Key Features of Belden 5205UE

• High-Capacity 16 AWG Profile: Built with larger 16 AWG conductors to support longer cable runs and higher current demands with minimal voltage drop, bridging the gap between standard signal wires and heavy-gauge power lines.
• 7-Conductor Control Layout: Combines 7 discrete circuits into a single outer jacket, significantly reducing cable management complexity and installation time during multi-device or multi-zone drop layouts.
• CMR Riser Safety Rating: Certified with a UL 1666 Riser rating. The flame-retardant PVC jacket is engineered to prevent the spread of fire vertically from floor to floor, satisfying strict commercial building code requirements.

Technical Note: Because Belden 5205UE is an unshielded cable, it is highly flexible but lacks defense against high-frequency electromagnetic interference (EMI). To avoid signal degradation, noise coupling, or data corruption, do not route this low-voltage cable parallel to high-voltage AC power lines (120V/240V or higher) within the same wall cavity or conduit unless separated by an approved physical barrier or a minimum distance of 50 mm (2 inches). If your layout requires installation through drop ceilings utilized for environmental air exchange, the plenum-rated equivalent (Belden 6205UE) must be used instead.

CABLE TYPE: 16 AWG / 7-Conductor Stranded Unshielded Riser Cable

DISCLAIMER: The technical information provided is for general reference only. Low-voltage electrical and security installations must strictly adhere to the National Electrical Code (NEC), local building structures, and relevant NFPA fire safety standards. Always cross-reference the official Belden manufacturer data sheet prior to finalizing physical system designs.

General Shipping Information

In-stock orders placed before 3pm EST typically ship within 1-2 business days. Our business days are Monday through Friday; we do not process orders on Saturday, Sunday, or major US Holidays.

You will receive an e-mail with a tracking number within 1-2 business days from the time its shipped. You will also be able to view your order status and tracking numbers in your account order history.

Expedited Shipping

Expedited shipments are delivered Monday-Friday except on US Holidays. The order must be placed before 12pm CST to ship same day ( Mon-Fri Only).

Returns

You have 30 days from the day you receive the item to contact us for a return. Returns are subject to a 30% Restocking Fee.

Please contact us at help@wireamerica.com to request a return authorization. Have your order number or name the order was placed with ready and we will email you an RMA (return) number and instructions for return. Currently, we do not offer exchanges. A new order must be placed if you need a different item. If you provide the new order number at the time of your return request, the restocking fee may be lowered.

Orders on any items with a material value of $50 or less are non-returnable.