Copper Price 10/10/2024 4.3520
18 AWG 2 pairs solid bare copper with PE insulation, a 0.005” thick annealed helical bare copper tape with an overall PE jacket for traffic loop communications applications rated 300V, suitable for use in underground conduit, or as aerial cable supported by a messenger, for installation in building raceways (not including trays), either as fire protective signaling cable or traffic communications and data acquisitioning cable and for power limited use. Suitable for use in either wet or dry locations.
SKU: IM402182PRSCU/1
 
• International Municipal Signal Association, Inc. - Specification 40-2.
• All materials used in the manufacture of this cable are RoHS compliant
• Made in the USA
This spec is for informational purposes and subject to change. This spec may not be suitable for submission. Contact Lake Cable for non-watermark spec sheet.
Products specifications
Attribute nameAttribute value
Conductor
AWG Size & Stranding18 AWG Solid
MaterialAnnealed Bare Copper
Conductor Count2 Pairs
Insulation
MaterialPolyethylene
Wall Thickness0.020”
Color CodePer IMSA Specification 40-2, Table 5.2
Assembly
Pair Lay LengthStaggered Per IMSA 40-2
Fillersfillers as needed or required for a circular cross-section
Cable Lay LengthPer IMSA 40-2
Cable BinderClear Mylar wrap – 100% coverage
Cable Shield0.005” Helical Bare Copper Tape – 15% minimum overlap
Drain WireN/A
Markings
TypeCable shall be permanently identified via indent print
LegendLAKE CABLE IMSA 40-2 300V 18AWG (YEAR OF MFG) “ROHS”
Footage MarkersYes
Standards
Operating Temperature Range-40°C to 75°C
DC Resistance, Nominal6.51 Ω/Mft.

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  • Short minumum runs
  • Special jacket colors including stripes
  • Custom print legends
  • Custom cable constructions
  • Custom packaging - boxes or reels
  • Custom lengths
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