{"product_id":"belden-5542ue-22-3-pair-unshielded-sound-security-wire","title":"Belden 5542UE 22 AWG 3 Pair Unshielded Sound \u0026 Security Cable | CMR Riser Rated","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBelden 5542UE is a commercial-grade, multi-paired unshielded security and audio cable engineered for multi-circuit, low-voltage installations in commercial and residential settings. Featuring 3 pairs (6 independent conductors total) of 22 AWG wire, this cable is UL-rated as CMR (Communications Riser), making it safe and compliant for vertical installations between floors, inside riser shafts, or within walls. By twisting conductors into distinct pairs, it provides a high degree of natural noise rejection for multi-line low-voltage arrays.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eKey Features of Belden 5542UE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePaired Architecture for Cross-Talk Reduction:\u003c\/b\u003e Features 3 pairs twisted together to minimize inductive coupling and cross-talk between signal channels. This provides cleaner data and audio transmission compared to standard straight parallel multi-conductor cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCMR Riser Safety Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHighly Conductive Stranded Copper:\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured with premium stranded bare copper conductors (7 x 30 stranding layout). This stranded configuration delivers exceptional physical flexibility, making it easy to route around tight corners and through complex structural cavities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePremium Polypropylene Insulation:\u003c\/b\u003e Conductors are wrapped in a high-dielectric polypropylene (PP) insulation. This formulation ensures stable electrical performance and prevents physical conductor-to-conductor shorts within the tight bundle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRip Cord Integration:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommercial Security Systems:\u003c\/b\u003e Interconnecting multi-zone alarm control panels, keypad arrays, dual-circuit motion detectors, glass-break sensors, and multi-wire access control readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntercom \u0026amp; PA Systems:\u003c\/b\u003e Routing multi-station audio, balanced paging lines, and master control voice networks in schools, hospitals, and office complexes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSound \u0026amp; Audio Distribution:\u003c\/b\u003e Connecting balanced audio signals, multi-channel line-level components, and localized audio controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBackground Control \u0026amp; Signaling:\u003c\/b\u003e Distributing discrete low-voltage digital signals, dual-stage relay controls, HVAC sensor networks, thermostat zones, and building automation commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eConductor Identification: Belden Standard Multi-Pair Color Code\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePair 1:\u003c\/b\u003e Black \u0026amp; Red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePair 2:\u003c\/b\u003e Black \u0026amp; White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePair 3:\u003c\/b\u003e Black \u0026amp; Green\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e Belden 5542UE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConductor Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 22 AWG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNumber of Pairs:\u003c\/b\u003e 3 (6 Conductors Total)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConductor Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Stranded Bare Copper (7 x 30 layout)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInsulation Material:\u003c\/b\u003e PP (Polypropylene)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShielding:\u003c\/b\u003e None (Unshielded)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJacket Material:\u003c\/b\u003e PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) with Rip Cord - Gray\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVoltage Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e 300V RMS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e -20 degrees C to +75 degrees C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,9,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlame Test Ratings:\u003c\/b\u003e UL1666 Riser, FT4, IEC 60332-1-2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,10,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,10,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCompliance Standards:\u003c\/b\u003e NEC Article 800 Type CMR, CEC Type CMG, California State Fire Marshal Approved, RoHS Compliant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Because Belden 5542UE is an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003eunshielded\u003c\/b\u003e cable, it relies entirely on its twisted-pair design to combat cross-talk between internal channels, but it lacks an overall metallic barrier against severe external 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 6542UE) must be used instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCABLE TYPE:\u003c\/b\u003e 22 AWG \/ 3-Pair Stranded Unshielded Riser Cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDISCLAIMER:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omni","offers":[{"title":"500 ft. Spool","offer_id":53525436137786,"sku":"BDN5542UE-500","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 ft. Spool","offer_id":53525436170554,"sku":"BDN5542UE-1K","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0234\/9114\/files\/belden-5542ue-22-awg-3-pair-unshielded-cmr-riser.jpg?v=1779915024","url":"https:\/\/www.wireamerica.com\/products\/belden-5542ue-22-3-pair-unshielded-sound-security-wire","provider":"Wire America","version":"1.0","type":"link"}