{"product_id":"mercury-heavy-duty-figure-8-speaker-cable-2-x-42-strand-black-100m-reel","title":"Mercury Heavy Duty Figure 8 Speaker Cable 2 x 42 Strand Black 100m Reel","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mercury heavy duty figure 8 speaker cable is a 100m reel of 2-core parallel cable with 2 x 42 stranded conductors (22 copper + 20 copper-clad aluminium per core), delivering a combined 1.32mm² cross-sectional area. The black PVC sheath carries a white polarity line down one core to simplify positive\/negative identification during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for medium to high-power PA systems, distributed audio in commercial venues, and permanent AV installations where cable runs exceed 10-20m, the Mercury cable handles up to 13A continuous current. The figure 8 profile (4.5 x 9.0mm) allows the two cores to be easily separated at termination points for connection to binding posts, screw terminals or Speakon connectors, while the parallel construction keeps the cable flat and flexible for routing under carpets, along skirting or through cable trays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mixed copper\/CCA conductor construction balances conductivity and cost — the 22 pure copper strands per core provide low resistance for signal integrity, while the 20 CCA strands maintain mechanical strength and keep the cable lighter than solid copper equivalents. The 100m reel length suits large-scale installations and allows multiple speaker drops to be cut from a single reel without wastage.\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\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.32mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 x (22 x 0.18mmØCu + 20 x 0.18mmØCCA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 x 9.0mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePacked quantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 reels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13A max.\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 length speaker runs is this cable suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1.32mm² CSA makes this cable suitable for runs up to 20-30m for 8-ohm speakers without significant signal loss. For longer runs or lower-impedance loads (4-ohm), consider stepping up to 2.5mm² cable to maintain power delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the two cores be separated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The figure 8 profile allows the two cores to be pulled apart at termination points for connection to separate positive and negative terminals, or the cable can be run as a pair and stripped together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between copper and CCA conductors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePure copper has lower resistance than copper-clad aluminium. This cable uses a hybrid — 22 copper strands per core for conductivity, plus 20 CCA strands for strength and weight reduction. The result is a cable that performs close to solid copper but costs less and weighs less on long runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this suitable for outdoor installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black PVC sheath provides basic protection against moisture and abrasion, but this cable is not rated for direct burial or permanent outdoor exposure to UV. For outdoor PA systems, run the cable through conduit or use UV-resistant outdoor-rated speaker cable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AVSL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45313495859467,"sku":"801.516UK","price":49.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/801516UK_LD1_b9aee61b-556a-4ca5-9cda-e7676c9bdb86.jpg?v=1715194575","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/mercury-heavy-duty-figure-8-speaker-cable-2-x-42-strand-black-100m-reel","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}