Lighting Control Cable Axlink Plenum

Summary: Lighting Control Cable Axlink Plenum

Pro A/V Low-Voltage SmartWire for Commercial Integration

Windy City Wire manufactures SmartWire low-voltage pro av cable built for the demands of commercial audio, video, and control system installations. Our plenum-rated composite and element cables help integrators simplify pulls, maintain signal integrity, and standardize projects across enterprise, education, hospitality, houses of worship, entertainment venues, and public facilities. Every SmartWire cable is made in the United States and engineered for dependable performance in complex, multi-system environments where reliability and clear labeling matter.

Why SmartWire for Pro A/V

• Purpose-built for AV signal, power, and control paths used with touch panels, DSPs, amplifiers, matrix switchers, projectors, microphones, and networked endpoints.
• Designed for clean integration with control system architectures supporting device triggers, relays, IR, RS-232/RS-485, and facility systems such as lighting control and shade control.
• Supports common commercial control ecosystems and device buses, including applications that reference axlink amx systems universal control.
• All constructions are low-voltage and plenum-rated where noted, helping meet stringent building requirements in return-air spaces.

Installation Advantages

• SmartWire Glide Technology lubrication is applied during manufacturing and reduces pull friction by up to 70%, helping crews pull longer runs with fewer snags and less conduit fill stress.
• Consistent lay and strand geometry support repeatable terminations and stable electrical performance across typical Pro A/V frequencies and control runs.
• Offered with clear conductor color options to streamline identification at the rack and endpoint, minimizing rework and reducing on-site confusion.

Where These Pro A/V Cables Fit

• Conference rooms, divisible meeting spaces, training centers, and lecture halls
• Performance venues, stadiums, and themed entertainment
• Hospitality, retail, and corporate campuses
• Public-sector facilities with centralized AV distribution and building-wide control

Available Lengths
1000 FT standard, with 250 FT options available for smaller scopes, add-ons, or service work.

Conductor Jacket Color Options
Black/Red and Blue/White options support standardized identification across projects and trades.

Shielding
Shielded construction available to help mitigate electromagnetic interference in high-density AV and IT spaces.

Available Constructions

• 18 AWG 2C Stranded Plenum, Unjacketed: Power/trigger leg within a composite build or as a discrete element for devices, relays, and IR. Offered in Black/Red or Blue/White to align with site standards.
• Shielded Control Pair, Plenum: Twisted, shielded element intended for low-noise control/data signaling in Pro A/V environments, suitable for runs associated with touch panels, processors, and third-party control ecosystems.

Pro A/V Composite Overview

Our 2 Element Pro A/V Plenum Composite Cable groups a power/trigger element with a shielded control/data element to reduce parallel pulls and keep terminations organized at both endpoints. This approach improves installation efficiency, supports signal integrity, and simplifies documentation across multi-room or building-wide systems.

How Windy City Wire Adds Value to Your Next Project

• Consistency across sites: SmartWire constructions and color options help standardize your installation practices from job to job.
• Reduced labor risk: Friction-reducing lubrication and composite options streamline pulls and terminations, limiting rework and downtime.
• Commercial focus: Products and solutions aligned to integrator workflows, change orders, and commissioning timelines.
• Quality you can specify: U.S.-manufactured SmartWire with dependable lot-to-lot performance for predictable results in demanding AV and control applications.

Construction Summary (format)

• 18 AWG 2C Stranded Plenum: Unjacketed element used for device power, relays, and triggers within composite builds; available in Black/Red and Blue/White for fast identification.
• Shielded Pair Plenum: Twisted, shielded control/data element designed to reduce noise coupling in racks, risers, and above-ceiling runs; well suited for control system signaling, lighting control, shade control, and related Pro A/V use cases.

Get Started
Choose SmartWire pro av cable when you need dependable, low-voltage plenum constructions that install cleanly, protect signal paths, and align with commercial project requirements. Contact Windy City Wire to specify the right composite and color options for your next system rollout.

Solutions: Lighting Control Cable Axlink Plenum

Lighting Control Cable Axlink Plenum: reliable low‑voltage wiring for commercial AV and building controls

Windy City Wire manufactures plenum-rated, low-voltage ProAV cabling engineered for commercial and industrial environments. Our Lighting Control Cable Axlink Plenum is a two‑element composite design built to carry both power and control signaling in one pull, reducing installation time and supporting clean, organized infrastructure. As a pro av cable optimized for device control and signaling, it helps integrators deliver consistent performance in conference rooms, campuses, healthcare facilities, hospitality venues, and other complex buildings where uptime and code compliance are essential.

Where this cable fits in your AV and building ecosystem

• Lighting control: 0–10V dimming control runs, keypad stations, sensors, relay triggers, and low-voltage interfaces between rooms and centralized lighting panels.
• Shade control: Low-voltage control loops to shade processors, keypads, and zone controllers for automated daylighting and glare management.
• Enterprise control system backbones: Processor-to-expander links, touchpanel/keypad home runs, and control loops for signal transport and device triggers.
• AMX Axlink applications: Commonly specified for axlink amx systems universal control networks in plenum air spaces where shielded control wiring and clear conductor identification are required.
• AV room systems: Conference rooms, divisible spaces, lecture halls, training centers, and command centers—supporting processors, DSP control ports, occupancy sensing, and contact-closure integration.
• Cross-system integration: Interfaces between AV, lighting control, shade control, and building automation to coordinate scenes, scheduling, and energy strategies.

Industries and facilities that benefit

• Corporate offices and campuses
• Higher education and K–12
• Healthcare and life sciences
• Hospitality and entertainment venues
• Retail and mixed-use spaces
• Houses of worship and cultural institutions
• Government, public safety, and transportation hubs
• Manufacturing, warehouses, and distribution centers

Why integrators choose this plenum composite design

• Two‑element composite: Consolidates power and control elements into a single cable, reducing the number of pulls and simplifying pathway management in congested ceilings and risers.
• Plenum-rated construction: Suitable for environmental air spaces, supporting code compliance and standardized specifications across large facilities and multi‑building projects.
• Noise mitigation: Shielded architecture helps protect low‑voltage control signaling from EMI in electrically noisy environments (mechanical rooms, elevator banks, dense AV racks).
• Installer‑friendly conductors: Stranded 18‑2 power/control element supports longer runs with lower voltage drop and easier terminations at processors, keypads, and relay interfaces.
• Clear identification: Conductor jacket color options—Black/Red and Blue/White—aid circuit segregation, zone labeling, and serviceability across multi‑room deployments.
• Length options for project flexibility: Available in 1000 ft and 250 ft lengths to match job size, manage waste, and stage materials efficiently.

Typical AV and control use cases

• Centralized control system processors to in‑room keypads and touch interfaces
• 0–10V lighting zones, occupancy/daylight sensors, and relay-driven control points
• Shade controller networks syncing with AV scenes and scheduling
• Dry contact/trigger wiring for DSPs, amplifiers, projection screens, and lifts
• Bridging AV systems with building automation for energy management and alerts

Design and installation considerations

• Verify run lengths and load to confirm 18 AWG conductors meet voltage drop targets for your devices.
• Use color variants (Black/Red or Blue/White) to differentiate lighting control, shade control, and general AV control loops within shared pathways.
• Maintain separation from high‑voltage circuits and follow recommended bend radius to preserve shielding effectiveness.
• In multi‑vendor deployments, confirm control bus polarity, grounding, and termination requirements—especially for axlink amx systems universal control and similar architectures.
• Test continuity and shielding integrity prior to device commissioning to reduce troubleshooting time.

Results you can expect

• Consistent signaling for dimming, sensing, and device triggers across large floor plates
• Fewer pulls and cleaner pathways with two‑element composite construction
• Improved uptime in mission‑critical spaces thanks to robust shielding and plenum compliance
• Simplified service and expansion through clear conductor identification and standardized designs

Specification snapshot (what matters on the job)

• Category: Lighting Control Cable Axlink Plenum (2‑element Pro A/V plenum composite)
• Core control/power element: 18‑2 stranded, optimized for low‑voltage control loops
• Shielding: Yes, for added noise immunity in commercial environments
• Conductor jacket colors: Black/Red and Blue/White to streamline identification
• Lengths: 1000 ft and 250 ft for small upgrades and large rollouts

From small room upgrades to campus‑wide standards, Windy City Wire’s plenum composite control cabling helps integrators deliver dependable lighting control, shade control, and AV control system performance with fewer variables on the job site. If you are standardizing a pro av cable spec or aligning with facilities requirements, this category provides the balance of flexibility, code compliance, and serviceability needed for commercial and industrial projects.

Frequently Asked Questions: Lighting Control Cable Axlink Plenum

• What AWG conductors are available with this SmartWire Lighting Control Cable Axlink Plenum cable?

  18 AWG.

• What other colors is this SmartWire Lighting Control Cable Axlink Plenum cable available in?

  Black/Red and Blue/White.

• Is this SmartWire Lighting Control Cable Axlink Plenum cable made with solid or stranded copper conductors?

  Stranded copper conductors.

• What length is this SmartWire Lighting Control Cable Axlink Plenum cable sold in?

  Available in 1,000 ft (standard) and 250 ft lengths. At Windy City Wire we manufacture and stock SmartWire Building Wire in 1,000 ft length as our standard length.

• How is your SmartWire ProAV cable sold on spools or in boxes?

  Our SmartWire ProAV cable is packaged in our patented RackPack carton to help maximize labor savings and efficiency. Learn more about our RackPack: https://windycitywire.com/solutions/rackpack-overview

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