{"product_id":"voltive-16-2-speaker-wire-16awg-100ft-cl3-direct-burial","title":"Voltive 16\/2 Speaker Wire 16AWG 100ft CL3 Direct Burial","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltive 16\/2 Speaker Wire is a 100-foot spool of 16AWG, 2-conductor stranded oxygen-free copper cable rated CL3 for in-wall installation and direct burial for outdoor runs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis speaker cable is designed for installers and homeowners who need a reliable, multi-use low-voltage conductor that can be run inside walls, between floors, or buried outdoors without conduit. The white jacket keeps installations neat and paint-ready; the stranded oxygen-free copper conductors deliver consistent conductivity and flexibility. Built with time-saving features and UL listing, this spool suits audio systems, LED runs, and other 16-gauge low-voltage applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I run this wire inside walls and in outdoor buried runs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Voltive 16\/2 is CL3-rated for in-wall and riser installations in residential and commercial buildings, and it carries a direct-burial rating for underground installation without conduit. It is UL listed to industry safety standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCL3 fire-safety rating for in-wall use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect-burial approved for outdoor underground runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUL listing printed on the jacket for compliance verification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the conductor construction affect performance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cable uses stranded oxygen-free copper (OFC) conductors to minimize signal loss and preserve flexibility during routing. Stranding improves bendability for tighter runs, while OFC resists corrosion and provides better long-term conductivity than copper-clad aluminum alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e65-strand OFC for reliable electrical contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStranded design reduces breakage during pulling and bending\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLower resistance and improved durability versus CCA wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat convenience features speed up installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVoltive includes installer-friendly elements to reduce labor time and mistakes. The jacket has printed foot markers and part information so you can measure lengths quickly, while a ripcord and quick-strip sleeve let you access conductors without nicking them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrinted footage markers for accurate length tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in ripcord for fast jacket removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick-strip sleeve to avoid conductor damage during termination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich applications is this 16\/2 cable best suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis general-purpose 16-gauge cable supports speaker lines, low-voltage DC power, and LED lighting where stranded 16AWG conductors are required. Its in-wall and burial ratings make it a flexible choice for both permanent interior systems and buried exterior runs feeding landscape lighting or remote speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHome and commercial speaker systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow-voltage LED lighting and landscape lighting runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e12–24V DC power distribution for small devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Installers, electricians, AV integrators, and DIY homeowners who need a versatile, code-compliant 16AWG speaker and low-voltage cable that’s safe for in-wall use, robust enough for direct burial, and built to speed up installation and reduce callbacks. If you want a professional-grade, white-jacketed 100 ft spool with clear markings and high-quality oxygen-free copper conductors, this Voltive 16\/2 spool fits those needs without overspecifying for simple low-voltage jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this wire safe for in-wall residential use?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The Voltive 16\/2 is CL3-rated and UL listed for in-wall installations in residential and commercial settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I bury this wire directly in the ground?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It is direct-burial rated for underground runs without conduit, suitable for landscape and outdoor speaker wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Voltive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48424031682717,"sku":"B0DJ9ZZP6Z","price":59.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9596\/1757\/files\/voltive-16-2-front-spool.jpg?v=1781365868","url":"https:\/\/nexoltic.com\/products\/voltive-16-2-speaker-wire-16awg-100ft-cl3-direct-burial","provider":"Nexoltic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}