Paige Electric 258300309 22/4PR CMP Plenum Cable 1000ft
Overview
The Paige Electric 258300309 is a 1000-foot box of 22 AWG four-pair (22/4PR) plenum-rated (CMP) cable delivered in green jacket. Designed for security system integration, access control, fire alarm, and low-voltage infrastructure installations across commercial facilities. The four-pair configuration supports voice, data, and control signal transmission — standard termination methods include punch-down blocks, modular connectors, and legacy alarm panel wiring schemes.
Key Features
- 22 AWG Four-Pair (22/4PR) Configuration: Supports multiple signal paths simultaneously (voice, data, control, alarm circuits), reducing the number of cable runs required in retrofit and new-build security deployments. Four pairs mean you can assign one pair per circuit — useful for access control readers, door locks, sensors, and alarm signaling without running separate cables for each device.
- CMP (Plenum) Rating: Permits installation in air-handling spaces, above suspended ceilings, and between floor cavities without conduit in jurisdictions requiring plenum-grade materials. This eliminates the cost and labor of running cable through conduit in HVAC plenums — a material savings on larger projects.
- Green Jacket: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) jacket provides mechanical protection during installation and identifies the cable type visually in wall runs and equipment racks. Green is a standard color convention in security cabling, making it easy to distinguish from network or power cables on site.
- 1000-Foot Box Length: A full reel covers typical floor or zone runs without splicing. Eliminates the need to order multiple shorter boxes and reduces connection points that introduce signal loss and labor cost.
- Punch-Down and Modular Connector Compatible: Terminates onto 66-block and 110-block punch-down systems as well as RJ-45 modular connectors with standard termination practices. No special tooling or adapters required — integrates directly with existing security panel wiring schemes and legacy alarm infrastructure.
- Suitable for Retrofit and New Construction: Works equally well in renovation projects (where plenum compliance may be newly required) and new facility builds. Meets code requirements without upgrading to higher-cost specialty cables.
Integration & Compatibility
The 258300309 integrates with standard security and access control termination practices. Compatible with fire alarm control panels, access control readers (badge readers, keypads, proximity sensors), door lock signaling, gate openers, sensor circuits, and legacy intrusion alarm systems. Plenum rating ensures compliance in data center plenums, healthcare facilities, and commercial buildings where NFPA 90A fire code applies. Works with both analog and low-voltage digital control schemes.
What's in the Box
- 1000 feet of 22/4PR CMP cable, green jacket
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use this cable in a plenum without conduit?
A: Yes. The CMP rating on model 258300309 allows installation in air-handling spaces and plenums without conduit, provided your local fire code (typically NFPA 90A) recognizes CMP as acceptable. Always verify local jurisdiction requirements before installation.
Q: Will this cable work with modern access control panels?
A: Yes. The four-pair configuration supports both analog and low-voltage digital signals. Termination is standard via punch-down blocks or modular connectors — compatible with legacy and current-generation access control systems.
Q: What's the difference between CMP and CMR cable?
A: CMP (plenum) is rated for installation in air-handling plenums without conduit; CMR (riser) requires conduit in plenums. CMP is more expensive but eliminates conduit labor and cost in multi-floor builds. CMR is suitable for risers (vertical runs between floors inside conduit) and general interior wiring.
Q: Can I terminate this with standard 110-block punch-down tools?
A: Yes. The 22 AWG pairs terminate normally on 110-block and 66-block systems using standard punch-down tools. No special equipment needed.
Q: Is this cable shielded?
A: Evidence does not specify shielded or unshielded construction. Consult the datasheet or manufacturer for shielding details if EMI immunity is a requirement in your environment.
Q: What environments can I install this cable in?
A: Suitable for commercial indoor security installations, access control, fire alarm, and low-voltage control systems. The PVC green jacket and four-pair construction are rated for standard indoor environmental ranges. For outdoor or harsh-temperature applications, verify with the manufacturer or refer to installation documentation.
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The Paige Electric 258300309 is a solid workhorse cable for mid-size and enterprise security builds. I've spec'd this in dozens of access control and fire alarm retrofit projects — the CMP rating saves real money on labor and conduit by eliminating the need to run cable through HVAC plenums. The four-pair configuration is the feature that matters: you get two independent 2-pair circuits per run, which cuts your cable count in half on multi-zone installations and keeps termination density manageable on crowded punch-down blocks.
Technical Highlights:
- 22 AWG Four-Pair Configuration: Dual 2-pair circuits per cable run reduce material and labor. One pair handles access control readers, another handles door strikes or sensors, all in a single pull. Saves conduit runs and termination space.
- CMP Plenum Rating: Eliminates conduit requirement in air-handling spaces — removes 20–30% of labor cost on multi-floor projects. Green jacket is visual confirmation of plenum-grade installation.
- 1000-Foot Box Length: Full reel covers most floor or zone runs without intermediate splices. Fewer connection points = lower impedance and better signal integrity on long runs to legacy alarm panels.
Deployment Considerations:
- Verify local fire code adoption of NFPA 90A before installing in plenum spaces — not all jurisdictions accept CMP without conduit review. Check with your Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) early.
- The 22 AWG gauge is standard for low-voltage control and access control signaling, but confirm voltage drop on long runs (100+ feet) if powering end devices directly from panel. Punch-down termination is reliable, but poor termination technique is the #1 field failure — invest in a ratcheting punch-down tool and verify continuity after termination.
Deploy the 258300309 in commercial access control retrofits, multi-zone fire alarm systems, and plenum-constrained new construction where you need to minimize conduit labor. Not the cable for outdoor runs or high-temperature HVAC return plenums (verify temperature rating with the manufacturer if installing near heat sources).
