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Black 16 AWG speaker wire on a 1000 ft spool, two color-coded conductors inside a CL2-rated PVC jacket

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice Inc. 141396 Speaker Wire 16AWG 2-Conductor 1000ft Black

SKU CH-J6AX-D1ZHA

16 AWG oxygen-free copper speaker wire on a 1000 ft spool with CL2-rated jacket for in-wall installs

  • TypeOthers
  • ColorBlack
  • Length304.8
  • Connector Number2
  • FeaturesTwo conductors made of high purity (greater than 99.95 perce
  • High-purity oxygen-free copper conductors deliver cleaner signal transfer
  • 95% pure bare copper outperforms typical copper-clad aluminium alternatives
  • Colour-coded PVC jackets on each conductor simplify polarity identification
  • CL2-rated outer jacket meets in-wall fire-safety requirements for permanent installs
  • 1000 ft continuous length covers whole-house runs without splices

16AWG Oxygen-Free Copper Speaker Wire

This 1000ft spool of 16AWG speaker wire uses two conductors made from 99.95 percent pure oxygen-free bare copper. The CL2-rated black PVC jacket meets in-wall installation requirements for residential audio systems. Each conductor carries colour-coded PVC insulation for quick polarity identification during setup. It suits installers and homeowners running long cable paths for stereo or surround sound.

CL2 Rating and Pure Copper Conductors

The CL2 rating allows the cable to be routed inside walls without conduit in typical residential construction. Pure bare copper conductors avoid the higher resistance of copper-clad aluminium alternatives, which measure only 68 percent as conductive. Lower cable resistance keeps the amplifier load closer to the speaker impedance curve across frequencies. The 304.8 metre length reduces the need for splices on extended runs.

Consistent Performance Over Long Runs

Oxygen-free copper maintains stable conductivity over the full 1000ft length, preventing the resistance rise that can alter frequency response on lengthy speaker cables. Colour-coded jackets eliminate wiring errors that cause phase issues during sustained playback. The durable CL2 PVC outer jacket resists abrasion during pull-through and long-term installation. This wire is not for buyers who need pre-terminated connectors or plenum-rated jacket material.

Highlights

  • High-purity oxygen-free copper conductors deliver cleaner signal transfer
  • 95% pure bare copper outperforms typical copper-clad aluminium alternatives
  • Colour-coded PVC jackets on each conductor simplify polarity identification
  • CL2-rated outer jacket meets in-wall fire-safety requirements for permanent installs
  • 1000 ft continuous length covers whole-house runs without splices

Specifications

BrandMonoprice
Model141396
TypeOthers
ColorBlack
Length304.8
Connector Number2
FeaturesTwo conductors made of high purity (greater than 99.95 percent pure), oxygen-free bare copper.

Questions about this item

How far can I run this 16 AWG pure bare copper wire before resistance affects a 4-ohm speaker?

For the wire to have no audible effect, total resistance should be no more than 5 percent of the lowest speaker impedance; pure bare copper keeps resistance lower than CCA so longer runs stay within that limit.

Will the CL2-rated PVC jacket handle heat if the wire runs warm all day at high volume?

The CL2 rating covers in-wall fire safety; the black PVC jacket is not described as a high-temperature sleeve, so avoid bundling with heat sources or exceeding amplifier power ratings.

What connectors or tools do I need to terminate each color-coded conductor?

Each conductor has its own color-coded PVC jacket for polarity identification; you will need speaker connectors such as banana plugs, spades or bare-wire binding posts plus a wire stripper for 16 AWG copper.

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