VERTICAL CABLE 211-186ST/S/GY – 18/6 SHIELDED STRANDED SECURITY CABLE

The 211-186ST/S/GY is a shielded 18 AWG, 6-conductor security cable made for indoor alarm, access control, and intercom wiring. Six color-coded, stranded copper conductors sit under an aluminum foil shield with a drain wire, keeping signal runs clean around electrical noise. Rated CM/CL2 and supplied on a 1,000 ft spool with sequential length markings, this security cable is built for fast, predictable pulls on commercial and residential security jobs.

KEY FEATURES

Here’s what makes the 211-186ST/S/GY a dependable security cable:

18 AWG, 6-Conductor Design: Six stranded bare copper conductors handle power and signal in a single jacket.
Foil Shielding with Drain Wire: Aluminum foil and a tinned copper drain wire help block EMI/RFI interference on sensitive alarm and access control circuits.
CM/CL2 Rated: Dual-marked for communications and Class 2 power-limited circuits under the NEC.
Color-Coded Conductors: Red, black, white, green, brown, and blue insulation makes termination and troubleshooting easier.
Rip Cord: Makes it simple to strip the jacket without nicking the conductors.
Sequential Length Markings: Printed on the jacket so you can measure and cut runs quickly.
300 V RMS Voltage Rating: Well above the 150 V minimum for Class 2 cable.
75°C Temperature Rating: Suited to typical indoor security installations.
Sunlight-Resistant Jacket Marking: The gray PVC jacket carries a “SUN RES” marking.
ETL-Listed and RoHS-Compliant: Independently listed and built to environmental standards.
1,000 ft Wooden Spool: Bulk packaging for larger jobs.

APPLICATIONS

The 211-186ST/S/GY is designed for indoor security and low-voltage signaling:

Indoor Remote Control of Security Systems: Connect panels, keypads, and remote devices over shielded runs.
Access Control: Wire door controllers, card readers, proximity sensors, and keypads.
Intercom Systems: Carry audio and control signals between stations.
Sound and Audio Systems: Run low-voltage audio and control wiring indoors.
Smoke Detectors: Wire detector circuits on security and alarm panels, subject to local fire code requirements.
General Indoor Applications: Suitable for non-plenum, non-riser indoor runs.

WHY CHOOSE THE 211-186ST/S/GY SECURITY CABLE?

Professionals choose the 211-186ST/S/GY for its shielded construction, six-conductor flexibility, and installer-friendly details. Here are 5 reasons to specify it for your next project:

Shielded Signal Protection: Foil and drain wire help keep alarm and access control signals clean.
Six Conductors, One Pull: Power and signal travel together, so you need fewer cable runs and can install faster.
Easy Termination: Color-coded conductors and a rip cord speed up prep work.
Faster Planning: Sequential length markings remove the guesswork from measuring and cutting.
Listed and Compliant: CM/CL2 rating, ETL listing, and RoHS compliance support code-conscious installations.

GETTING IT INSTALLED

Once the 211-186ST/S/GY is on the truck, here’s what to keep in mind:

Keep it indoors and out of plenums and risers. CM/CL2 is a general-purpose rating. For plenum spaces or vertical riser shafts, you’ll need plenum- or riser-rated cable instead.
Use a listed Class 2 power supply. Class 2 circuits depend on a listed Class 2 transformer or power supply to stay power-limited, so check that before you energize.
Keep it separated from power wiring. Class 2 circuits generally need to stay separate from Class 1 and power conductors in raceways and boxes, so plan your pathways accordingly.
Ground the shield the way the equipment maker says. Terminate the foil and drain wire per the panel manufacturer’s instructions to get the full benefit of the shielding.
Check fire code before wiring smoke detectors. Fire alarm circuits fall under NEC Article 760 and NFPA 72, and some jurisdictions require fire alarm-marked cable. Confirm with your local authority before pulling.

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