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Monoprice Speaker Wire CL2 18AWG 4-Conductor 1000ft
Deliver Superior Audio Clarity with High-Quality Speaker WireMonoprice Speaker Wire ensures optimal signal transmission with its pure bare copper conductors, delivering high-fidelity audio for your home theater or sound system. This CL2-rated wire is designed for safe in-wall installation and sup...
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Overview
Deliver Superior Audio Clarity with High-Quality Speaker Wire
Monoprice Speaker Wire ensures optimal signal transmission with its pure bare copper conductors, delivering high-fidelity audio for your home theater or sound system. This CL2-rated wire is designed for safe in-wall installation and superior performance.
- Type: Speaker Wire
- Gauge: 18AWG
- Conductors: 4-Conductor
- Conductor Material: Oxygen-Free Pure Bare Copper
- Length: 1000ft
- Jacket: Black, CL2 Rated PVC
Key Features
Features 4 conductors made of high purity (greater than 99.95 percent pure), oxygen-free bare copper.
Pure Bare Copper is a superior conductor to the copper clad aluminum (CCA) conductors used in most other inexpensive speaker wire.
Using Pure Bare Copper speaker wire ensures that the total load put on the amplifier remains as close as possible to the impedance curve of your speakers.
Each conductor is jacketed with color-coded PVC for easy polarity identification.
CL2 rating indicates that the cable complies with fire safety and insurance requirements, making it safe for use inside the walls of residential class buildings.
Specifications
Gauge
18 AWG
Conductors
4
Length
1000 ft
Conductor Material
High Purity Oxygen-Free Bare Copper
Jacket Material
PVC
Safety Rating
CL2
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features high purity oxygen-free bare copper conductors, ensuring optimal signal transfer and audio fidelity.
- Utilizes pure bare copper, which is a superior conductor compared to the commonly used copper clad aluminum.
- Helps maintain the amplifier's load as close as possible to the speakers' impedance curve for consistent performance.
- Each conductor is jacketed with color-coded PVC, simplifying correct polarity identification during installation.
- CL2 rating confirms compliance with fire safety requirements, allowing for safe in-wall installation in residential buildings.
👎 Cons
- The 18AWG gauge might be considered thin for very long runs or high-power audio systems, potentially leading to signal loss.
- While CL2 rated, specific details on plenum or outdoor suitability are not provided.
- Only suitable for speaker connections and not designed for other audio or data transmission purposes.
- The bulk 1000ft length may be excessive for smaller home audio setups or short-run installations.
- Does not include connectors or termination hardware, requiring separate purchases for complete installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What material are the conductors made of in this speaker wire?
The conductors in this Monoprice speaker wire are made of high-purity (greater than 99.95 percent pure) oxygen-free bare copper.
Why is pure bare copper advantageous over copper clad aluminum (CCA) for speaker wire?
Pure bare copper is a superior conductor compared to CCA, ensuring better signal transmission and maintaining the amplifier's load closer to the speaker's impedance.
Is this speaker wire safe for installation inside walls?
Yes, this speaker wire carries a CL2 rating, indicating it complies with fire safety and insurance requirements for in-wall use in residential buildings.
How can I easily identify the polarity of the conductors?
Each conductor is jacketed with color-coded PVC, which simplifies the identification of polarity during the installation process.
What is the length of this speaker wire roll?
This Monoprice speaker wire comes in a bulk roll of 1000 feet, suitable for extensive audio installations.
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