Lighting Control Cable Crestron Plenum

Summary: Lighting Control Cable Crestron Plenum

Pro AV Cabling Built for Commercial Installations

Windy City Wire manufactures low-voltage SmartWire cables engineered for professional audio, video, and control applications in commercial and industrial environments. From conference rooms and training centers to auditoriums and hospitality venues, our shielded, plenum-rated pro av cable options deliver consistent performance, clean signal integrity, and dependable installation efficiencies across large-scale projects.

Why SmartWire for Pro AV

• Performance you can specify: Shielded plenum constructions designed for Category 5e and Category 6A networks supporting AV over IP, Dante, control transport, and PoE-based endpoints.
• Reduced signal interference: O/A foil shielding helps maintain low noise and stable video, audio, and control performance in dense cable pathways and near EMI sources.
• Commercial safety and code readiness: CMP plenum-rated options for air-handling spaces and compliance-driven builds.
• Smoother, faster pulls: SmartWire Glide lubrication is applied during manufacturing to reduce pull friction by up to 70%, helping crews finish runs with less effort and fewer re-pulls.
• Better cable utilization: FastFIND Footage Markers on the cable jacket simplify footage calculations, help verify 1,000 ft per box, and have been shown to reduce waste by 15–25% by enabling precise point-to-point cuts and reuse of remaining lengths.
• Jobsite standardization: Broad availability of jacket and stripe color options supports clear identification by system, pathway, or trade; custom color requests are available to align with your company standards.

Designed for System Integration

• Built for control, automation, and AV transport—commonly deployed alongside automation & lighting cable in unified building systems.
• Supports leading control ecosystems used by integrators, including Crestron, for reliable device communication and room automation.
• Shielded data pairs and composite options pair well with DSPs, amplifiers, encoders/decoders, cameras, touch panels, and networked endpoints across Pro AV platforms.

Project and Procurement Advantages

• All low-voltage SmartWire cables are manufactured in the United States and packaged in 1,000 FT lengths.
• Multiple length options are available on select items: 100, 250, 500, and 1,000 FT, helping you match project phases and service work without excess overage.
• Part of the complete RackPack Field Systems Solution, SmartWire cable, FastFIND Footage Markers, and SmartWire Glide lubrication work together to improve safety, simplify measurement, and increase labor efficiency across the job.

Where Pro AV Contractors See Value

• Consistent, shielded performance for stable video, audio, and control—ideal for AV over IP, 10G infrastructures, multi-zone audio, and device control.
• Time savings during installation and troubleshooting through clear footage visibility and low-friction pulls.
• Lower waste and more predictable takeoffs, enabling tighter bids and cleaner closeouts.
• Single-source convenience for AV, control, and related low-voltage solutions so your crews work from a coordinated bill of materials.

Available Options at a Glance

• AWG options: 24 AWG and 23 AWG
• Shielding: Shielded (O/A foil)
• Lengths: 1,000 FT standard; select items also available in 100 FT, 250 FT, and 500 FT
• Conductor color codes: Twisted pair data constructions include White-Blue/Blue, White-Orange/Orange, White-Green/Green, White-Brown/Brown; composite power elements include Black/Red

How We Help You Deliver

Choosing Windy City Wire means you get dependable products and solutions that help crews install faster, track footage accurately, and reduce waste—without compromising signal quality. Whether you’re building a new AV over IP backbone, expanding a campus control network, or standardizing materials for enterprise rollouts, SmartWire gives your team a consistent platform to plan, pull, and document with confidence.

Available Constructions

1. 24 AWG 4 Pair Solid Plenum (CMP) Low-Voltage: Shielded Category 5e data cable with O/A foil for Pro AV control, audio transport, and 1G network links. Suitable for AV over IP at 1G, device control, and PoE-powered peripherals in plenum spaces.
2. 23 AWG 4 Pair Solid Plenum (CMP) Low-Voltage: Shielded Category 6A data cable with O/A foil, swept-tested to 660 MHz for 10G network backbones. Well suited for high-bandwidth AV over IP, UHD video distribution, and higher-power PoE applications.
3. 18 AWG 2 Conductor Stranded Plenum (CMP) Low-Voltage: Power/speaker element used within Pro A/V plenum composite assemblies; Black/Red conductors aid quick identification. Ideal for line-level power, speakers, or auxiliary low-voltage feeds in AV racks and pathways.

Ready for Your Next Pro AV Project

If your team needs dependable pro av cable for conference rooms, divisible spaces, lecture halls, or enterprise networks—alongside cabling for automation & lighting cable needs—SmartWire delivers clear, consistent results. Contact Windy City Wire to discuss specifications, color options, and availability for your next build.

Solutions: Lighting Control Cable Crestron Plenum

Lighting Control Cable – Crestron Plenum

Windy City Wire supplies shielded, plenum-rated lighting control and control-network cabling designed for the demands of professional AV and building automation. These cables support Ethernet-based and serial/control transport used in lighting control, room automation, and networked AV. Options include shielded Category 5e and Category 6A in 24 AWG and 23 AWG, as well as composite constructions that combine power and control elements in a single jacket for streamlined installation. If you deploy platforms such as Crestron for building and room control, these cables provide the reliable backbone needed for consistent performance and code-compliant installations in commercial plenum spaces.

Where this pro av cable excels

• Centralized and distributed lighting control backbones: connection of lighting controllers, gateways, and network bridges in plenum spaces and risers.
• Room automation and control: touch panels, keypads, occupancy/daylight sensors, and low-voltage relay interfaces.
• Architectural lighting and shades: control lines for LED drivers, shade controllers, and scene controllers with improved noise immunity in electrically dense areas.
• Networked AV endpoints: displays, encoders/decoders, DSPs, and control processors located above ceilings or in return-air plenums.
• Digital signage and video walls: data and control distribution to media players and controllers in public spaces.
• Control rooms and operations centers: shielded runs near power distribution and HVAC equipment where EMI can impact signal integrity.
• Integration with building management and automation systems: ties to BMS, security, and life safety interfaces where shielded, plenum CMP cabling is required.

Industries and facilities we support

• Corporate offices and campuses: conference rooms, training centers, huddle spaces, and executive briefing centers.
• Higher education: lecture halls, active-learning classrooms, labs, and student centers with centralized AV and lighting control.
• Healthcare: patient rooms, procedure areas, and public spaces where plenum-rated, shielded control cabling reduces interference from medical equipment.
• Hospitality and entertainment: hotels, casinos, theaters, arenas, and theme venues requiring coordinated lighting scenes and AV control.
• Government and public sector: council chambers, operations centers, and secure facilities with stringent code and performance requirements.
• Retail and mixed-use: storefronts, malls, and shared spaces using networked lighting and digital signage control.
• Industrial and transportation: manufacturing floors, distribution centers, airports, and transit hubs where robust, shielded control paths are essential.
• Houses of worship: sanctuary lighting, video production spaces, and overflow rooms with synchronized control and AV.

Why contractors choose this lighting control and automation & lighting cable

• Plenum-rated (CMP) construction for code-compliant use in environmental air spaces common to commercial buildings.
• Shielded designs with overall foil help reduce EMI/RFI from LED drivers, motors, VFDs, and dense electrical environments—critical for stable lighting control and AV signaling.
• Category options tailored to the application: Category 5e for standard control networks and shorter data links; Category 6A (23 AWG) for higher bandwidth and headroom, including longer runs and higher-power PoE applications.
• AWG flexibility (23 and 24 AWG) to match distance, power delivery, and termination preferences across project types.
• Composite cable availability to carry power/control and data within one pull, helpful for devices like keypads, sensors, or fixture controllers that need both low-voltage power and signaling.
• Consistent performance for lighting control topologies and for integrations with control ecosystems such as Crestron, reducing troubleshooting time during commissioning.

Common system integrations and protocols

• Ethernet-based control networks used by enterprise AV and room automation platforms (including Crestron-based deployments).
• Lighting control methods such as 0–10V dimming interfaces, serial/RS-485 control lines for gateways or bridges, and controller-to-expander links.
• AV control and monitoring for networked endpoints, DSPs, and matrix/switching gear located in plenum spaces.
• Digital signage control and remote device management across multiple zones and floors.
• Coordination with building automation, occupancy sensing, and energy management systems to support enterprise-wide lighting strategies.

Design and installation considerations

• Select Category 6A, 23 AWG when you need more bandwidth, longer channels, or higher-power PoE for networked lighting and AV endpoints; choose Category 5e, 24 AWG for standard control and shorter data links.
• Use shielded pro av cable in spaces with LED drivers, ballasts, or motors; maintain proper bond/ground practices for the shield to improve noise immunity.
• Follow bend radius and support guidelines in plenum spaces to preserve performance and simplify future service.
• Plan pathways with separation from high-voltage conductors and VFD feeds; leverage cable management to keep control and AV lines organized.
• Test and certify networked links to your project specifications before device commissioning to reduce on-site rework.

Options at a glance

• Categories: Shielded Category 5e and Shielded Category 6A for control and data transport in plenum spaces.
• Available AWGs: 23 AWG and 24 AWG to match distance, power, and termination needs.
• Available lengths: 100, 250, 500, and 1000 ft to align with project scale and staging.
• Composite constructions available for combined power and control in a single run.

Typical Crestron-centric applications

• Lighting control networks connecting controllers, sensors, and user interfaces across enterprise floors and campuses.
• Room automation tying touch panels, keypad stations, and processors to network switches and AV endpoints in ceiling plenums.
• Networked AV transport for endpoints associated with switching and control platforms, with shielded, plenum-rated infrastructure for air-handling spaces.

Whether you are building a new facility or modernizing existing spaces, Windy City Wire’s shielded, plenum-rated pro av cable for lighting control provides a dependable foundation for commercial automation. If your design includes Crestron-based control or other enterprise platforms, our options help standardize materials across rooms, floors, and buildings while supporting consistent installation practices and long-term serviceability.

Frequently Asked Questions: Lighting Control Cable Crestron Plenum

• What AWG conductors are available with this SmartWire Lighting Control Cable Crestron Plenum cable?
  Available in 24 AWG (Category 5e, 4-pair, shielded CMP) and 23 AWG (Category 6A, 4-pair, shielded CMP).
• What other colors is this SmartWire Lighting Control Cable Crestron Plenum cable available in?
  Available color codes include: White-Blue/Blue, White-Orange/Orange, White-Green/Green, White-Brown/Brown, Black/Red, and Blue/White. Custom SmartWire jacket and stripe colors can also be built to your specifications—contact Windy City Wire for details.
• Is this SmartWire Lighting Control Cable Crestron Plenum cable made with solid or stranded copper conductors?
  These shielded plenum Category 5e and Category 6A 4-pair cables use solid bare copper conductors for reliable performance in lighting control and ProAV applications.
• What length is this SmartWire Lighting Control Cable Crestron Plenum cable sold in?
  Our standard length is 1,000 ft. Additional lengths available on select items include 100 ft, 250 ft, and 500 ft. 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?
  SmartWire ProAV cables are packaged in our patented RackPack carton for faster, cleaner pulls and maximum labor savings. Learn more about our RackPack: https://windycitywire.com/solutions/rackpack-overview
  SmartWire cables also feature FastFIND Footage Markers for easy length calculations and come standard with SmartWire Glide lubrication to reduce pulling friction.

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