Paige Electric 258300303 22/4PR CMP PUR Cable 1000ft
Overview
The Paige Electric 258300303 GAMECHANGER is a 1000-foot bulk cable spool designed for security system installations, access control wiring runs, and low-voltage commercial backbone deployments where code compliance and environmental durability matter. The cable features 22 AWG gauge with 4-pair twisted-pair construction and a polyurethane (PUR) jacket rated CMP (Communications Plenum Cable) for fire safety. This plenum rating means you can install it in air-handling spaces without conduit in jurisdictions enforcing the National Electrical Code (NEC) or equivalent fire standards — a significant cost and labor savings on larger deployments where running conduit through HVAC plenums is impractical.
Key Features
- 22 AWG, 4-pair twisted-pair construction: Standard gauge and pair count for access control, intercom, and low-voltage security signaling. Delivers adequate signal integrity for short to medium runs (under 1000 feet) without active amplification, minimizing infrastructure complexity on retrofit or new-build security backbones.
- CMP plenum rating: Meets fire safety codes (UL 1666 or equivalent) for use in return-air plenums and air-handling spaces without conduit. Eliminates the need for expensive plenum-grade conduit or rerouting through walls in commercial buildings with open ceiling systems.
- Polyurethane (PUR) jacket: Resists oils, abrasion, moisture, and environmental stress — critical for warehouse, factory, and outdoor-adjacent runs where PVC jackets degrade or corrode. PUR also handles temperature swings and UV exposure better than standard PVC, extending service life in challenging environments.
- 1000-foot pull-box spool: Factory-wound on a pull-box spool reduces tangling and installation time compared to loose coils. The spool design lets you feed cable through ceilings and conduit with minimal friction, speeding up labor-intensive runs.
- Compatible with standard RJ45 terminations: Works with off-the-shelf RJ45 connectors and keystones for both legacy two-pair security infrastructure and modern 4-pair access control or network backbone runs. No proprietary crimpers or connectors required.
- Suitable for light outdoor applications: While not rated IP67 or for full direct burial, the PUR jacket handles outdoor-exposed runs (under eaves, along building exteriors) better than standard PVC cable, reducing the need for additional conduit or protective sleeving in moderate climates.
Integration & Compatibility
The Paige Electric 258300303 integrates into standard security system wiring harnesses, building automation control loops, and access control backbone architectures. Works seamlessly with access control systems requiring 4-pair or 2-pair signaling, legacy intercom installations, and modern IP-based security infrastructure where you need low-voltage signal or power runs separate from data networks. Termination flexibility — standard RJ45 keystones or connectors — means you can adapt the cable to existing or new endpoint equipment without special adapters.
What's in the Box
- 1000 feet Paige Electric 258300303 GAMECHANGER cable on pull-box spool
When to Choose a Different Cable
If your deployment requires full outdoor burial or submersion in standing water, consider a direct-burial-rated cable with gel-filled pairs instead. If you need higher pair counts (8-pair, 25-pair) for larger backbone runs, look at Paige Electric's multi-pair bulk options. For runs exceeding 1000 feet without active amplification, consult a structured cabling engineer to verify signal loss tolerances for your specific control system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use the 258300303 in a plenum space without conduit?
A: Yes. The CMP rating qualifies it for use in air-handling plenums without conduit in jurisdictions following NEC or equivalent fire codes. Always verify local AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) requirements before installation.
Q: Is the 258300303 suitable for outdoor burial?
A: No. The PUR jacket handles outdoor-exposed runs (under eaves, along walls), but the cable is not rated for direct burial or submersion. For underground runs, specify a direct-burial or conduit-protected installation.
Q: What's the maximum recommended run length for the 258300303 in a security system?
A: As a rule of thumb, 4-pair 22 AWG cable supports reliable signaling up to 1000 feet for standard low-voltage security and access control equipment. Longer runs may require signal amplifiers or repeaters — consult your system manufacturer's documentation.
Q: Can I terminate the 258300303 with standard RJ45 connectors?
A: Yes. The 4-pair twisted-pair construction is compatible with standard RJ45 terminators and keystones. No proprietary crimpers are required.
Q: Does the 258300303 work with both legacy and modern access control systems?
A: Yes. The 4-pair format supports legacy two-pair security infrastructure and modern 4-pair access control and building automation systems. Termination flexibility allows adaptation to a wide range of endpoint equipment.
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The Paige Electric 258300303 is a workhorse cable for security integrators and warehouse automation teams deploying access control and low-voltage signaling on existing or new commercial infrastructure. The CMP plenum rating is the key differentiator here — you avoid running conduit through HVAC plenums, which cuts material cost and labor by 20–30% on projects with open suspended ceilings. The 22 AWG, 4-pair twisted construction is the standard in access control, and the PUR jacket's oil and abrasion resistance makes a real difference in light industrial and outdoor-adjacent installations where PVC degrades.
Technical Highlights:
- CMP plenum rating: Eliminates conduit requirement in air-handling spaces, reducing installation cost and complexity on commercial deployments with open ceiling systems.
- PUR jacket: Resists oils, UV, and temperature swings significantly better than PVC, extending cable life in warehouses, factories, and outdoor-exposed runs by 5–10 years in typical conditions.
- 1000-foot spool: Pull-box design reduces friction and tangling during installation, saving 2–4 hours of labor on large-scale backbone runs compared to loose coils.
Deployment Considerations:
- CMP plenum rating does NOT apply to cable trays or risers — verify your local electrical code or AHJ requirements before assuming plenum-only installation is compliant across all spaces.
- The 258300303 is not rated for direct burial or submersion. If your access control runs go underground, budget for conduit or specify a direct-burial cable instead.
- At 1000 feet, signal loss starts to become a factor for low-impedance control circuits. Test your terminations and loop resistance (target under 5 ohms for access control) before going live.
Deploy the 258300303 on commercial security backbone runs, warehouse access control wiring, and intercom/signaling infrastructure in light industrial environments where PVC cable breaks down quickly. If you're retrofitting an older building's open plenum with new access control, this cable cuts your conduit bill and installation timeline significantly.
