VERTICAL CABLE 214-2321/TL – 22/2 SHIELDED + 18/2 CL3R RISER-RATED CONTROL CABLE

The 214-2321/TL is a 22/2 shielded + 18/2 control cable built for low-voltage access control, security, and automation circuits. This CMR/CL3R riser-rated control cable combines a foiled, shielded 22 AWG pair for signal integrity with an unshielded 18 AWG pair for power, all in a single teal PVC jacket with a yellow stripe for easy identification. Supplied on a 1000 ft wooden spool, this control cable is a reliable choice wherever access control cable or shielded control wiring needs to run vertically through a building riser.

KEY FEATURES

Here’s what makes the 214-2321/TL an ideal control cable:

4-Conductor Hybrid Design: Combines a 22 AWG shielded pair (signal) with an 18 AWG unshielded pair (power) in one jacket.
CMR/CL3R Riser-Rated: Rated under NEC/NFPA 70 Article 725 for vertical riser installations, tested to UL 1666 for flame propagation resistance between floors.
Foiled Shield on 22 AWG Pair: Protects signal conductors from EMI/RFI interference in sensitive control and access applications.
Stranded Bare Copper Conductors: 7-strand 22 AWG and 16-strand 18 AWG for flexibility during installation.
300 VRMS Voltage Rating: Suitable for power-limited Class 3 control circuits.
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 214 Certified: ETL-listed and RoHS-compliant for use in both U.S. and Canadian installations.
Wide Operating Temperature Range: Rated from -4°F to +167°F (-20°C to +75°C) for demanding environments.
1000 ft Wooden Spool: Convenient bulk packaging for large-scale installation projects.
Teal Jacket with Yellow Stripe: Distinct color-coding for quick identification among other cable runs.

APPLICATIONS

The 214-2321/TL control cable excels in low-voltage control and security installations:

Access Control and Security Panels: Reliable shielded signal and power delivery for access control cable runs in commercial buildings.
Card Readers and Sensors: Supports low-voltage signal transmission to card readers, motion sensors, and door contacts.
Touch Panels and Keypads: Provides clean, interference-free signal wiring for building automation interfaces.
Power, Microphones, Speakers, and Alarm Systems: Combined signal/power conductors simplify wiring for integrated AV and alarm circuits.
Expansion Modules and Tuners: Supports low-voltage control wiring in structured AV and automation systems.
Power Limited Control Circuits: Meets Class 3 power-limited circuit requirements per NEC Article 725.

WHY CHOOSE THE 214-2321/TL CONTROL CABLE?

Professionals choose the 214-2321/TL for its hybrid signal/power design, riser-rated safety compliance, and reliable shielded performance. Here are 5 reasons to specify it for your next project:

Combined Signal and Power in One Cable – 22 AWG shielded pair plus 18 AWG power pair simplifies wiring for access control and security applications.
Riser-Rated Fire Safety – CMR/CL3R rating meets NEC Article 725 requirements for vertical shaft and floor-to-floor installations.
Reliable Shielded Signal Performance – Foiled shield on the 22 AWG pair protects against interference in sensitive control circuits.
Cross-Border Compliance – ETL-listed and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 214 certified for use in both U.S. and Canadian installations.
Built for Bulk Installation – 1000 ft wooden spool and durable PVC jacket support large-scale security and automation projects.

GETTING IT INSTALLED

Once the 214-2321/TL shows up on-site, here’s what to keep in mind:

Confirm your riser application. Since this is CL3R rated, double-check it’s headed for a vertical shaft or floor-to-floor run — not a plenum space, which calls for a different cable type.
Keep the shield grounded properly. Terminate the foiled shield and drain wire on the 22 AWG pair in accordance with your equipment manufacturer’s grounding instructions to achieve the full benefit of interference protection.
Separate power and low-voltage runs where needed. Even though this cable combines both in a single jacket, follow your local code and equipment specs for any additional separation requirements from nearby higher-voltage circuits.
Label runs as you pull them. With teal jacketing and a yellow stripe, this cable is already easy to spot — but labeling each run at the panel and termination points saves time during future service calls.

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