The Life Safety GENESIS 16/2 Pair Solid Shielded Fire Alarm Cable (55531004) represents precision-engineered communication infrastructure for comprehensive fire detection and notification systems. Specifically designed for commercial and institutional environments requiring rigorous signal transmission reliability, this cable provides critical interconnectivity between fire alarm control panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, and auxiliary system components.
Engineered for demanding commercial installations across New York City and metropolitan regions, this cable meets stringent municipal and national electrical safety standards. Its solid conductor design with individual shielding ensures maximum electromagnetic interference (EMI) rejection, maintaining signal integrity in complex electrical environments like data centers, healthcare facilities, high-rise office complexes, and industrial control applications.
Key Features
- 16 AWG, 2-pair solid bare copper conductors with comprehensive electrical shielding
- CL3R/CMR rated for plenum and riser cable installations per NFPA 70
- Low smoke, zero halogen (LSZH) jacket compound for enhanced personnel safety
- Temperature rated for -20°C to +75°C, ensuring performance across diverse environmental conditions
- Compatible with addressable and conventional fire alarm panel architectures
- Compliant with UL 1424 and NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code requirements
Specifications
- Conductor Material: Solid Bare Copper
- Conductor Size: 16 AWG
- Pair Configuration: 2-Pair
- Voltage Rating: 300V
- Insulation Type: FPLR/FPLP
Typical installation contexts include commercial fire alarm system retrofits, new construction projects, emergency voice/alarm communication systems, and integrated building safety networks. Ideal for connecting smoke detectors, manual pull stations, audiovisual notification appliances, and expanding comprehensive fire detection infrastructures.
For more information, contact the Life Safety Consultants team at (888) 557-0558, or email us at: sales@lifesafetycom.com
Additional information
| Weight | 63 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 13 × 12 × 12 in |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturers | Edwards |
| Part Type | Replacement Part |






