MPG is an abbreviation for multi-purpose general purpose cable, a class of communication cable rated for general-use installation in low-voltage building applications.
MPG designates multi-purpose general purpose cable, a communication cable class within the family of multi-purpose ratings. The general purpose designation indicates suitability for general installation areas, as distinct from the more demanding riser and plenum locations that require higher-rated cable. The MPG rating reflects the cable's fire performance and intended use.
Communication cable classes are organized so that each is matched to the conditions of its installation, with general purpose cable used in areas that do not require the elevated fire performance of riser or plenum types. Selecting the correct class helps ensure that cable is applied appropriately within a building.
In commercial and industrial facilities, multi-purpose general purpose cable supports communication and signal applications in general installation areas. Applying the right cable class for each location is part of building a compliant, dependable low-voltage system.
Because matching the cable class to the installation location is part of meeting code, recognizing the general purpose designation helps ensure that cable is applied appropriately, reserving the higher-rated riser and plenum types for the locations that actually require them.
At Windy City Wire, the focus on low-voltage communication cable connects directly to classes like multi-purpose general purpose cable. Supplying cable with the appropriate ratings helps commercial facilities apply the right product for each part of their communication infrastructure.
MPG (Multi-Purpose General purpose cable)
NEC (National Electrical Code), which classifies communication cable types and their permitted uses