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Aiphone 82220650C 6-Conductor Shielded Wire 500 ft Spool
Overview
The Aiphone 82220650C is a 500-foot spool of multi-conductor shielded cabling engineered for intercom and access control system installations. This 6-conductor, 22 AWG wire is specifically rated and matched to Aiphone system specifications, ensuring signal integrity and extended equipment warranty coverage. The overall shield construction minimizes electromagnetic interference and crosstalk in multi-conductor deployments, making it suitable for both new installations and system expansions where technical compatibility and compliance are mandatory.
Key Features
- 6-Conductor Configuration: Multi-conductor design supports full-featured intercom and access control signaling requirements
- 22 AWG Wire Gauge: Optimized conductor diameter for balanced impedance and installation flexibility across standard conduit runs
- Overall Shield: Continuous shield construction reduces EMI and crosstalk in congested electrical environments
- UL and c(UL)us Listed: Meets CL3R, FPLR, and CMR FT-4 cable ratings for fire-safety and plenum/riser compliance in North American installations
- PVC Insulation and Jacket: Durable polyvinyl chloride provides abrasion resistance and UV tolerance for indoor and protected outdoor runs
- RoHS III and REACH Compliant: Lead-free and restricted substance compliant; meets environmental regulations for EU and North American distribution
- Made in USA: Domestic manufacturing ensures supply chain reliability and quality consistency
- 500-Foot Spool: Full-length supply reduces mid-project reordering and maintains conductor consistency across extended runs
- Warranty Extension: Use of Aiphone 82220650C matched wire extends system warranty by one additional year
- System-Matched Design: Cable specifications are technically verified for use with Aiphone analog master stations (LEF series) and door stations, eliminating compatibility guesswork
Integration & Compatibility
The 82220650C is engineered to work with Aiphone analog intercom systems including LEF-3, LEF-5, LEF-10, and related series master stations, as well as mullion-mount audio door stations and sub-station configurations. The shielded 6-conductor design accommodates multi-zone wiring requirements without signal degradation. Installers should verify local electrical codes and conduit fill regulations; the 22 AWG conductor diameter is suitable for runs up to 500 feet when properly routed and protected. When installed as the primary system cabling, the 82220650C activates an additional year of manufacturer warranty beyond the standard coverage, reducing long-term support risk for integrators and end customers.
Package Contents
500-foot spool of 6-conductor, 22 AWG shielded cable. Weight: 12.5 lbs.
From a systems integration perspective, the Aiphone 82220650C represents a calculated decision point in analog intercom cabling strategy. Specifying matched, manufacturer-verified cabling eliminates a common source of field troubleshooting—signal degradation due to undersized, unshielded, or electrically noisy conductors. I have seen installations where generic 6-conductor wire caused hum, dropouts, or inconsistent door unlock performance. The 82220650C's overall shield and PVC jacket are explicit design choices to isolate intercom signaling from HVAC wiring, power conduit, and other sources of electromagnetic noise.
Technical Highlights:
- Fire Safety and Code Compliance: CL3R, FPLR, and CMR FT-4 ratings satisfy National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements for residential, commercial, and plenum-rated applications. No mid-project surprises from code inspections.
- Warranty Leverage: Using system-matched cabling (82220650C) for Aiphone installations adds one year to manufacturer warranty. This is not a trivial benefit for commercial projects—it shifts warranty administration and replacement logistics to the OEM rather than the integrator for an extended window.
- Electromagnetic Shielding: The continuous shield is critical in dense electrical environments (hospitals, office buildings, manufacturing facilities) where unshielded multi-conductor cable can pick up 50/60 Hz hum and RF noise. Shielding must be grounded at the source; verify grounding practices during termination.
- Conductor Gauge and Run Length: 22 AWG is appropriate for voice and low-voltage signaling up to 500 feet. Longer runs or higher-impedance loads may require 20 AWG; consult system documentation.
Deployment Considerations:
- Always ground shield at the source (master station or NVR) and leave floating at the remote end to prevent ground loops. Poor grounding discipline negates the shielding benefit.
- Maintain separation from 120V/240V power wiring by at least 12 inches, or use conduit separation where co-routing is unavoidable. This protects signal integrity and reduces EMI coupling.
- Plan for conduit fill per NEC Article 300; 6-conductor 22 AWG is moderate in diameter but accumulates quickly in shared conduit. A 500-foot spool supports typical multi-zone residential or small commercial intercom deployments.
- Test signal continuity and shield grounding before energizing the system. A simple continuity check prevents costly debugging of connection or termination errors.
For integrators standardizing on Aiphone analog systems, the 82220650C is the logical cabling choice. It removes ambiguity around compatibility, provides documented fire-safety compliance, and the warranty extension justifies the specification at proposal time. I recommend stocking 1–2 spools for typical service territory coverage and routine refresh projects.
