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Use the product title, visible specifications, and documents on this page to confirm gauge, conductor count, conductor material, and CMR/CMP pathway rating before ordering.

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Applications

Where this thermostat cable fits

Thermostat control runs

Connect wall thermostats to furnaces, air handlers, and other low-voltage HVAC controls using the verified conductor count shown above.

Heat-pump and multi-stage controls

Higher conductor-count variants support additional control functions when the equipment diagram calls for them.

Smart-thermostat preparation

Check the available common (C) conductor and the thermostat manufacturer requirements before replacing a control.

Shopper questions

Answers for this exact product page

What gauge is this cable?

Use the gauge shown in the product title and Specifications section for this SKU.

How many conductors are included?

Use the conductor count shown in the product title and Specifications section for this SKU.

Is this construction CMR or CMP?

The product title and rating attributes identify the pathway rating. CMR is riser-rated; CMP is plenum-rated.

What jacket description applies?

CMR products use “Premium PVC (Flame-Retardant, Sun Resistant & RoHS Compliant).” CMP products use “Plenum PVC (Flame-Retardant, Sun Resistant & RoHS Compliant).”

Is this thermostat cable sunlight resistant?

All thermostat cables in this family are treated as sunlight resistant. Confirm the complete installation pathway and project requirements.

Is the conductor solid copper?

Confirm conductor material in the verified Specifications section for this SKU.

Can I use it for a smart thermostat?

Confirm the smart thermostat's wiring and power requirements, including whether a common (C) conductor is needed.

Can I use it in a plenum?

Only products identified as CMP/plenum-rated should be selected where the project requires plenum cable.

Can I use it in a riser pathway?

Products identified as CMR/riser-rated are the relevant choice when the project requires a riser rating.

Where is the datasheet?

Use the documents/downloads area on this page and verify that the document matches this SKU.

What terminals may be present on my thermostat?

Common labels include R, Rc, Rh, C, W, Y, G, and O/B. Follow the equipment and thermostat instructions.

Does conductor color determine terminal function?

Color conventions help identification, but terminal labels and the equipment wiring diagram control the installation.

What package length is available?

Check the exact SKU's options and documents. The confirmed 18/4 family package length is 500 ft for SKUs 7232 and 7233.

Can I substitute a different conductor count?

Do not substitute without confirming the equipment diagram, control sequence, and project specification.

What should I verify before purchase?

Confirm gauge, conductor count, material, CMR/CMP rating, package length, and the pathway requirements.

Who can help with selection?

Contact Syston technical support with the SKU, equipment model, conductor count, and pathway details.

Related guides

Plan the install before you pull cable

Read the digital thermostat wiring guide for terminal planning and the thermostat color-code guide for conductor identification. Return to the thermostat-wire category to compare adjacent SKUs.

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Engineering note → Verify the exact product specifications and documents against the equipment manufacturer's instructions and project requirements before installation.

Smart and reliable heating and cooling T-stat connections for years to come

Our thermostat wire is perfect for wiring thermostat controls and heating and air conditioning equipment, plus it makes great doorbell wire and is perfect for many other low-voltage applications, with Plenum PVC (Flame-Retardant, Sun Resistant & RoHS Compliant) jacket specifically designed not to tangle and to be easy to install indoors and outdoors

Part number: 7443

Description

Thermostat cable selection snapshot

Specify EZ-Pull Premium 18/7 Thermostat Wire18 AWG, 7 Conductors, Solid CopperPlenum Rated – CMP, CL3P, FT6 with confidence

Use the verified product information on this page to match your HVAC control run. This SKU is identified as 18 AWG, 7 conductors, and CMP / plenum. Its jacket is Plenum PVC (Flame-Retardant, Sun Resistant & RoHS Compliant).

18 AWG7 conductorsCMP / plenumSun resistant

Where it fits

Suitable application decisions depend on the equipment wiring diagram, project specification, pathway, and local requirements. Confirm the exact conductor count and rating before ordering or installation.

Shopper Questions

Is this thermostat cable sunlight resistant?

Yes. Thermostat cables in this family are treated as sunlight resistant; confirm the complete pathway and project requirements.

What jacket description applies to this SKU?

Plenum PVC (Flame-Retardant, Sun Resistant & RoHS Compliant)

How many conductors are included?

This SKU is identified as 7 conductors in the title and Specifications section.

Is this CMR or CMP?

This SKU is identified as CMP / plenum. CMR is riser-rated; CMP is plenum-rated.

Can it support a smart thermostat?

Confirm the thermostat and HVAC equipment requirements, including whether a common (C) conductor is needed.

Where can I learn the terminal colors?

See the thermostat wire color-code guide and digital thermostat wiring guide.

How do I compare nearby SKUs?

Return to the thermostat-wire category to filter by gauge, conductor count, material, and pathway rating.

Verify the exact product specifications and documents against the equipment manufacturer’s instructions before installation.

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  • Cable Description: Premium 18/7 Thermostat Wire
  • Conductor: Solid Bare Copper
  • Number of Conductors: 7 (Twisted)
  • Size: 18 AWG
  • Insulation: Plenum PVC (Low-Smoke, Flame-Retardant & RoHS Compliant)
  • Conductor Color Code: 1. Red  2. White  3. Green  4. Blue  5. Yellow  6. Brown  7. Orange
  • Ripcord: Applied longitudinally under the jacket
  • Jacket: Plenum PVC (Flame-Retardant, Sun Resistant & RoHS Compliant)
  • Nominal Cable Diameter (in): 0.193
  • Temperature Rating (°F)
    Installation: 
    +32 to +140       Storage & Operation: -4 to +167
  • Lengths available: 250 ft
  • Color options: Brown, White
  • Custom cable constructions, lengths, colors, and packaging are available.

 

With the wide variety of wires Syston Cable Technology carries, you are sure to find a Thermostat Wire well-suited to even the most challenging application.

So, if you’re looking for high-quality thermostat wire that won’t break the bank, our premium thermostat wire is certified hazardous substance free, fire-retardant, sunlight-resistant and easy to install with an outstanding tangle-free design and handy features like clear print legend and E-Z footage markings to make installation an absolute breeze, and suitable in a wide range of applications while also being cost effective. Order yours now.

If you have any questions about our products or services, please feel free to contact us via our website or Facebook page.

Questions installers ask about this thermostat wire

Is this the right gauge and conductor count for my thermostat?

This product uses 18 AWG solid bare-copper conductors and provides 7 conductors. Match the conductor count to every required HVAC terminal—including the common or C-wire when the equipment requires one—and consider spare conductors for future controls. Always follow the equipment manufacturer’s instructions.

Is this product plenum or riser rated?

This product is plenum rated (CMP/CL3P/FT6) for permitted environmental-air spaces. Confirm the pathway classification and local code before installation.

Will it work with a smart thermostat?

Smart-thermostat compatibility depends on the HVAC equipment’s terminals and functions, not just the thermostat brand. Verify the required R, C, W, Y, G, O/B, auxiliary, and staging connections before selecting the cable.

Can this thermostat wire be installed outdoors?

This product is not identified here as sunlight resistant. Do not assume outdoor, wet-location, or direct-burial suitability unless the complete published specification expressly allows it.

Can it also be used for a doorbell or another low-voltage control circuit?

It may be suitable when the circuit voltage, current, conductor size, pathway rating, equipment instructions, and local code all match the application. A thermostat-wire label alone does not approve every low-voltage use.

What should I verify before ordering?

Confirm conductor gauge and count, pathway rating, temperature range, required length, jacket color, environmental exposure, and the applicable code. Class 2 and Class 3 wiring is generally addressed by NEC Article 725, subject to the adopted local code and the authority having jurisdiction.

Compare Syston thermostat wire options · Read the digital thermostat wiring guide · Review thermostat wire color codes

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Additional information

Indoor

Plenum

Sheilding

Unshielded

Outdoor

Above Ground

Gauge

18 AWG

Subcategoy

Thermostat Wire (LVT)

Conductor Count

7 Conductor

Conductor Material

Solid Copper

Wire Strengths

Our premium 18/7 thermostat wire has many strengths:

  • Flexible and easy to strip, so you or your customers can easily install it, even around tight corners
  • RhinoPac® packaging solution, designed to provide smooth pulling during installation while providing reliable protection against crushing and water damage during transport or storage
  • A ripcord underneath the jacket, to make it easy to remove during installation
  • Legend markings for channels, rooms, and zones so installation is faster and easier
  • Ascending and descending E-Z footage markings, so there’s no need for a measuring tape during installation
  • CL3P (Plenum-Rated) Flame-retardant jacket, for peace of mind in case of fire
  • RoHS compliant, so you can rest easy knowing it doesn’t contain hazardous substances that could harm you, your employees, or your customers (more information about this is in our Green Leaf Label)
  • Third-party verified for guaranteed performance, so it will stand up to your needs or those of your customers
  • Operates in a wide range of temperatures, so it can be installed in any area in any part of North America
  • This 18/7 Thermostat Wire (LVT) and Bell Cable has a thick insulation and is rated to 300-Volt and is classified as a Class-3 (CL3) Power-Limited Circuit Cable. (CL3 cables can carry a surge of up to 300 watts, while CL2 can only carry a surge of up to 150 watts. A CL3-rated cable can take the place of any CL2, however, a CL2 cannot take the place of a CL3)
  • This cable has a thick insulation and is rated to 300-Volt and is classified as a Class-3 (CL3) Power-Limited Circuit Cable. (CL3 cables can carry a surge of up to 300 watts, while CL2 can only carry a surge of up to 150 watts. A CL3-rated cable can take the place of any CL2, however, a CL2 cannot take the place of a CL3)
  • Versatile applications including all kinds of HVAC situations such as wiring thermostat controls and heating and air conditioning equipment, plus doorbells and other low-voltage applications

Standards Compliances

Our premium 18/7 thermostat wire complies with the following national and international standards:

  • NEC: 725
  • UL Standard: UL 13
  • Flame Rating: NFPA 262 (Plenum); CSA C22.2 No.2556 (FT6)
  • ASTM B-3
  • RoHS 3 (EU 2015/863)
  • ISO 9001: 2015
  • ISO 14001: 2015
  • OHSAS 18001

Resources

RoHS III Certificate of Compliance

Specifications

7443.pdf

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