Monoprice 250 ft spool 16 AWG 2-conductor CMP plenum speaker wire with bare ends

Monoprice 16 AWG 2-Conductor Speaker Wire 250 ft

Name: Monoprice 16 AWG 2-Conductor Speaker Wire 250 ft
Brand: MONOPRICE
SKU: 13724
Price: 120.44 USD
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MPN: 13724

UPC: 889028017739

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Key Features

16 AWG, 2-conductor
250 ft spool length
CMP plenum fire rating
Stranded copper conductors (bare ends)
Flexible plenum-rated jacket
Designed for ceiling and riser pathways

Deploy audio cabling in plenum-rated pathways without compromising signal integrity using 16 AWG, 2-conductor speaker cable on a 250 ft spool. CMP plenum rating meets higher fire-safety requirements for air-handling spaces, making this cable suitable for ceiling plenums, riser shafts, and other regulated runs. The 16 AWG conductor offers a compromise between flexibility and electrical capacity for typical speaker circuits, while the long 250 ft spool reduces joins in long runs and speeds installation. Use the two-conductor layout for single-speaker or stereo runs where only one pair is required. Field-terminate to connectors that match your amplifier or speaker terminals. This Monoprice option is priced for budget-conscious installs that cannot sacrifice compliance—choose it when plenum rating and uninterrupted long runs are the decisive procurement drivers.

Ideal For

Plenum ceiling speaker runs in commercial offices and schools
Long single-pair speaker feeds in retail or hospitality spaces
Riser and ceiling pathways requiring CMP-rated cabling
Installer stock for large projects needing long continuous lengths

Why This Product

1Select CMP for plenum routing where CL2 is not code-compliant
2Use 250 ft spool to avoid splices compared with shorter pre-cut lengths
3Choose 16 AWG for greater flexibility versus stiffer 14 AWG while retaining adequate capacity
4Plenum jacket reduces smoke and toxic fume risk versus non-plenum jackets

Connectors

Connector Type First End	Bare stripped conductor (no connector)
Connector Type Second End	Bare stripped conductor (no connector)

Performance

Conductor Count

2 conductors

Construction

American Wire Gauge

16 AWG

Cable Identity

Cable Type	Speaker cable
Cable Length Ft	250 ft
Cable Characteristic	CMP plenum-rated

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Documentation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does CMP rating mean and when is it required?▾

CMP indicates a plenum-rated cable suitable for use in air-handling spaces such as ceiling plenums and risers. Local building codes typically require CMP in those spaces to limit smoke and toxic gas during a fire.

Is 16 AWG adequate for ceiling speaker runs?▾

For typical residential and light commercial speakers, 16 AWG is adequate for short to moderate runs. For longer runs or higher-power speakers, consider 14 AWG or 12 AWG to reduce voltage drop.

Can I run this cable in conduit as well as plenum spaces?▾

Yes. CMP plenum cable can be routed in conduit and is specifically designed for plenum air-handling spaces. Verify conduit fill and bend-radius requirements during installation.

How should I terminate the cable to avoid signal loss?▾

Strip only the required conductor length, twist stranded conductors together, and use appropriate ferrules or high-quality connectors (banana plugs, spade lugs) for screw terminals to ensure low-resistance connections.