Genesis 52845008 16/4 (65-Strand Oxygen-Free Copper) Audacious Unshielded Speaker Cable, Direct Burial, CM, 500' (152.4 m) Reel, Black

The Genesis 52845008 is a 500-foot reel of black, unshielded 16 AWG speaker cable with four stranded oxygen-free copper conductors. It is rated for direct burial and sunlight resistance, so it suits outdoor audio runs for installers, businesses and homeowners. The Audacious line adds countdown length markings and a rip cord for stripping the jacket.

Key features

• Four stranded oxygen-free bare copper conductors support clear sound transmission with low voltage drop.
• The direct burial rating and UV (sunlight) resistance make it suitable for outdoor use.
• A built-in rip cord makes jacket removal quicker and cleaner.
• Countdown length markings let you track how much cable you have used and how much remains on the reel.
• SRPVC insulation sits under a PVC jacket.
• It is rated for 300 volts and for temperatures from -20 °C to 60 °C, and it is REACH/RoHS compliant.

Specifications

Brand: Genesis

Model: 52845008

Product line: Audacious Sound Cable

Product type: Audio & Speaker Cables

Gauge: 16 AWG

Conductors: 4

Conductor material: Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC)

Construction: Stranded

Insulation: SR-PVC

Jacket: PVC

Shielding: No

Armored: No

Rating: CM, direct burial

Voltage rating: 300 V

Temperature rating: -20 °C to 60 °C

Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor

Color: Black

Length: 500 ft. (152.4 m) reel

Weight: 38.20 lb

Environmental certification: RoHS

TAA compliant: Yes

Country of origin: US

Installation notes

Plan the route and measure it before cutting, and use the countdown markings to check how much cable is left on the reel. Make sure connections are fully seated and kept out of standing water, and avoid sharp bends or crushing loads along the run.