Description

Product Overview

The Belden 5500UE is a high-performance security and sound cable designed for various low-voltage applications. With a riser-rated PVC jacket, this cable provides durability and compliance with fire safety regulations. Its stranded bare copper conductors and polypropylene insulation ensure reliable signal transmission for security systems, intercom/PA systems, sound/audio systems, power-limited controls, and single-line telephone applications. Data sheet

Belden 5500UE Specifications

Construction Details

• Conductor: 2 conductors, 22 AWG, stranded bare copper (7×30)
• Insulation: Polypropylene (PP), thickness: 0.008 in (0.20 mm), diameter: 0.045 in (1.1 mm), color-coded (Black, Red)
• Outer Jacket: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), thickness: 0.017 in (0.43 mm), diameter: 0.123 in (3.12 mm), includes ripcord
• Overall Cable Diameter: 0.123 in (3.12 mm)

Electrical Characteristics

• Nominal Conductor DCR: 16.9 Ohm/1000ft
• Capacitance (Cond-to-Cond): 17 pF/ft (56 pF/m)
• Max. Current: 6 Amps per conductor at 25ºC
• UL Voltage Rating: 300V

Belden 5500UE Mechanical Characteristics

• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +75°C
• UL Temperature Rating: 75°C
• Bend Radius (Min. Stationary & Installation): 1.2 in (30 mm)
• Max. Pull Tension: 18 lbs (8.2 kg)
• Bulk Cable Weight: 8 lbs/1000ft

Standards and Compliance

• Environmental Suitability: Indoor – Riser
• Flammability Ratings: UL 1666 Riser, IEEE 1202 FT4, IEC 60332-1-2
• CPR Compliance: Euroclass Eca
• NEC/UL Compliance: Article 800, CMR
• CEC/(C(UL)) Compliance: CMG
• European Directive Compliance: CE Mark, RoHS 2 (2011/65/EU), WEEE (2012/19/EU)
• UK Regulation Compliance: UKCA Mark
• APAC Compliance: China RoHS II (GB/T 26572-2011)

Revision History

• Revision Number: 0.513
• Revision Date: 02-15-2024

Part Numbers

• 5500UE.00152 – Chrome, Reel, 152 m, UPC/EAN: 8719605008596
• 5500UE.00305 – Chrome, Reel, 305 m, UPC/EAN: 8719605008602
• 5500UE 008500 – Gray, Reel, 500 ft, UPC/EAN: 612825162896
• 5500UE 008U500 – Gray, UnReel, 500 ft, UPC/EAN: 612825420033

This cable is a reliable choice for security, audio, and low-voltage applications, ensuring high performance and compliance with global standards.