FireFold 16/2OFC-WT-1000 16 AWG 65 Strand OFC Speaker Wire 1000 ft

16 AWG 65-Strand Oxygen-Free Copper Speaker Wire

This 1000 ft reel supplies two-conductor 16 AWG cable built from 99.97% oxygen-free bare copper with 65 strands per conductor. The heavy-duty UV-resistant PVC jacket is rated for direct burial and sunlight exposure. UL CMR in-wall rating and EN 50575:2014 Eca classification cover indoor riser and European fire-performance requirements. Sequential foot and metre markings plus room-zone labels simplify identification during installation.

Practical limits of the UL CMR

The cable carries a CMR riser rating for vertical in-wall runs and a CMX/CL2/FT4 listing for general-purpose and Canadian code compliance. The UV-stabilised PVC jacket withstands prolonged sunlight and direct earth contact without conduit. Twisted-pair construction reduces electromagnetic interference but the cable is unshielded, so keep separation from high-voltage mains wiring as required by local electrical codes. The 16 AWG gauge suits typical home-theatre and distributed-audio speaker loads up to moderate distances.

What to verify before ordering

Confirm that 16 AWG cross-section meets the voltage-drop targets for your longest speaker runs and amplifier power levels. Check that local building codes accept UL CMR and EN 50575:2014 Eca for the intended pathway, especially in plenum spaces where a higher rating may be mandatory. Ensure the white PVC jacket colour matches any aesthetic or identification scheme required on site. The 1000 ft length arrives in a pull-box; verify you have adequate storage space and a pulling method that respects the cable's minimum bend radius.