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Our 14/2 speaker cables are made with high-quality materials and are 100% oxygen-free pure bare copper, which provides excellent conductor performance and lowers resistance in speakers for premium sound quality. They are also CMR/CL3R rated, making them safe and secure for in-wall installations in the home or office, and they are UV protected for use in outdoor direct burial applications. The cables are UL listed and RoHS compliant, and they are available in a variety of sizes and conductor counts. They are flexible and easy to use, with a PVC jacket and a ripcord for easy stripping.
14/2 speaker wire is a type of electrical cable that is commonly used to connect speakers to an audio amplifier or receiver. The "14/2" designation refers to the size of the wire, with the first number indicating the gauge (or thickness) of the wire, and the second number indicating the number of individual conductors (or "strands") within the wire. In this case, the wire has a gauge of 14 and is made up of two separate conductors that are twisted together. This type of wire is often used for low-power applications, such as connecting small speakers to a home stereo system, where the distance between the amplifier and the speakers is relatively short. The two conductors are typically color-coded to make it easy to identify the positive and negative leads.
| Brand | Elite Cable |
| Category | Audio Cable |
| Jacket | Lead Free PVC |
| Wire Gauge | 14AWG x 2CORES |
| Rating Temp | 75 ⁰C |
| Jacket OD | 6.82 mm |
| Material | Oxygen Free 100% Pure Copper |
| Strands | 105 |
| Specification Met | UL, RoHS, CMR/CL3R |
| Made in | Vietnam |
| Length | 100ft, 500 ft |
| Color | Black, Blue, White |
| Weight | 24 lbs |
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Infinity Cable Products prides itself on offering the highest quality products possible. Our 14/2 Speaker Wire is tried and tested to ensure performance and compatibility.
Q: What does 14/2 speaker wire mean?
A: 14/2 speaker wire contains two individual 14 AWG conductors within one outer jacket. One conductor carries the positive connection and the other carries the negative connection between a speaker and an amplifier or receiver.
Q: When should I choose 14/2 instead of 16/2 speaker wire?
A: The larger 14 AWG conductors provide lower electrical resistance than 16 AWG cable, making 14/2 speaker wire an excellent choice for longer cable runs, higher powered speakers, and systems where minimizing signal loss is important.
Q: What is the difference between CL3R and standard CL3 speaker wire?
A: CL3R speaker wire is approved for both vertical riser installations between floors and standard in wall applications, while standard CL3 cable is only rated for general in wall use. This gives CL3R greater installation flexibility for residential and commercial audio projects.
Q: Can CL3 speaker wire be used for CL2 applications?
A: Yes. CL3 rated speaker wire exceeds the requirements of CL2 cable and may be used anywhere CL2 cable is permitted. Because CL3 is rated for higher voltage, it offers greater installation flexibility while still meeting the requirements of standard low voltage speaker systems.
Q: Can this speaker wire be installed inside walls?
A: Yes. Its CMR and CL3R ratings make it suitable for in wall and vertical riser installations where those ratings are required. Installation should always comply with applicable local electrical and building codes.
Q: Can this speaker wire be installed outdoors?
A: Yes. The UV protected jacket is designed to resist sunlight and outdoor exposure, making it suitable for outdoor speakers, patio audio systems, landscape audio, and other exterior installations.
Q: Can this cable be buried directly underground?
A: Yes. This speaker wire is rated for direct burial and can be installed underground without conduit where permitted. Protect all terminations and connections from moisture and follow local installation requirements.
Q: Why is oxygen free copper important for speaker wire?
A: Oxygen free pure copper provides excellent conductivity and lower electrical resistance than copper clad aluminum. This helps deliver cleaner signal transmission, dependable performance, and long term reliability.
Q: Is this cable made from copper clad aluminum?
A: No. This cable uses 100% oxygen free pure bare copper conductors rather than copper clad aluminum, providing better conductivity and more reliable long term performance.
Q: What is the benefit of 105 strand conductors?
A: Each conductor is made from 105 fine copper strands, providing excellent flexibility for easier installation while maintaining outstanding electrical performance and durability.
Q: Why does this cable use stranded conductors?
A: Stranded conductors make the cable more flexible and easier to route through walls, conduit, ceilings, and around corners while resisting conductor fatigue during installation.
Q: What applications is this speaker wire commonly used for?
A: This cable is commonly used for home theaters, stereo systems, whole home audio, in wall speakers, in ceiling speakers, outdoor speakers, commercial sound systems, and distributed audio installations.
Q: Can this cable be installed in conduit?
A: Yes. It may be installed inside conduit when additional mechanical protection is desired or required by local electrical codes. Always verify conduit fill requirements before installation.
Q: Can this cable be used with banana plugs and binding posts?
A: Yes. This 14 AWG speaker wire is compatible with many common connection methods, including banana plugs, spade connectors, pin connectors, binding posts, spring clips, and direct wire terminals.
Q: How do I identify the positive and negative conductors?
A: The conductors are marked or color coded to help distinguish polarity. Use the same conductor for the positive connection at both ends and the other conductor for the negative connection to keep speakers properly phased.
Q: What is the ripcord used for?
A: The integrated ripcord helps installers open and remove the outer PVC jacket more quickly while reducing the risk of damaging the insulated conductors.
Q: Is this speaker wire UL listed and RoHS compliant?
A: Yes. The cable is UL listed and RoHS compliant, supporting dependable performance and compliance with applicable material and safety requirements.
Q: Is this speaker wire suitable for professional installations?
A: Yes. Its pure copper construction, flexible 105 strand conductors, CL3R riser rating, UV protection, and direct burial rating make it suitable for audio installers, low voltage contractors, home theater professionals, and commercial integrators.
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