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Fire Alarm Cable

We stock 14/2, 16/2, and 18/2 fire alarm cables in the following jacket types:

  • CMP - CMP cable is a "Communications Multipurpose Cable, Plenum" designed to restrict flame propagation and limit smoke.
  • CMR - CMR cable is a "Communications Multipurpose Cable, Riser" designed to prevent fires from spreading between floors.
  • Shielded - FPLR (Riser) or FPLP (Plenum) Shielded is a power-limited fire alarm foil shielded cable.
  • Unshielded - FFPLR Riser cables are suitable for vertical run through a shaft or from floor to floor.