{"product_id":"mercury-fig-8-power-speaker-cable-2-x-79-strand-red-black-100m-reel","title":"Mercury Fig 8 Power\/Speaker Cable 2 x 79 Strand Red\/Black - 100m Reel","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mercury Fig 8 is a twin-core figure-8 power and speaker cable with 79 strands per core (40 copper, 39 copper-clad aluminium), giving a combined cross-sectional area of 2.01mm² per conductor. The red and black PVC sheath runs the full 100m length on the reel, with the two cores joined along a central web that splits cleanly when terminating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for low-voltage automotive wiring, in-car audio installation, PA speaker runs and low-power 12V DC circuits, the cable handles up to 20A continuous current per conductor. The figure-8 profile keeps polarity clear during installation and the joined cores prevent tangling when pulling cable through confined spaces or conduit. The 100m reel suits larger installations without mid-run joins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hybrid copper\/CCA construction balances conductivity and weight — the 40 pure copper strands carry the majority of the current, while the 39 CCA strands add flexibility and reduce overall cable weight compared to full-copper equivalents. The 4.2 x 8.2mm cross-section is slim enough to route behind trim panels in vehicles or under carpet in mobile audio installations, and the PVC sheath resists abrasion and moisture in typical automotive and indoor audio environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec_table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConductor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper\/Copper Clad Aluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed\/Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.01mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x (40 x 0.18mmØCu + 39 x 0.18mmØCCA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.2 x 8.2mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePacked quantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 reels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.0A max.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between copper and copper-clad aluminium (CCA) strands?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure copper strands offer better conductivity than CCA, but CCA reduces weight and cost. This cable uses 40 copper and 39 CCA strands per core to balance performance and practicality. The majority copper content maintains current-carrying capability while the CCA adds flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this cable be used for mains 230V AC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a low-voltage cable rated for 12V-24V DC automotive, audio and speaker applications up to 20A. It does not carry the insulation or certification required for mains voltage wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I separate the two cores?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe red and black cores are joined by a central web of PVC. Pull the cores apart by hand or cut the web with a knife — the web is designed to split cleanly without damaging the individual core insulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat gauge is 2.01mm² equivalent to in AWG?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.01mm² CSA is approximately 14 AWG. The 79-strand construction per core makes the cable more flexible than solid-core 14 AWG wire, which is useful in automotive installations requiring tight bends.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AVSL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45313496678667,"sku":"802.703UK","price":88.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/802703UK_LD1_16cee224-9d09-465a-9eed-0ea8c92eb262.jpg?v=1715194616","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/mercury-fig-8-power-speaker-cable-2-x-79-strand-red-black-100m-reel","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}