Niles Audio HDFX LOUDSPEAKER WIRE, INSULATING THE WALL CAVITY

NILES AUDIO CORPORATION – 1-800-BUY-HIFI – 305-238-4373

LOUDSPEAKER WIRE

Use 2-conductor loudspeaker wire when connecting loudspeakers to your receiver or ampliﬁ er. For

most applications, we recommend using 16- or 18-gauge wire. For wiring runs longer than 80 feet,

we recommend 14-gauge wire. The spring-loaded terminals of the HDFX will accommodate up to

12-gauge wire directly. Larger sizes can be accommodated via pin connectors.

When running wire inside walls or ceilings, use special jacketed cable (CL-2 or CL-3) to protect the

wire and for ﬁ re prevention. In some areas, conduit is also required. For a trouble-free installation,

low-voltage wire such as loudspeaker wire must be run in accordance with the National Electrical

Code and any applicable provisions of the local building code. If you are unsure of the correct instal-

lation techniques, wire jacket, or type of conduit to use, consult a professional audio/video installer,

building contractor, or the local building and inspection department.

For best performance from your loudspeakers, ﬁ ll the wall cavity behind the loudspeaker with

ﬁ berglass insulation (e.g., R-19 unfaced insulation). Try to keep the same amount of insulation for

each loudspeaker, particularly in the same room, for consistent bass response.

TECH TIP

Wire size is expressed by its AWG (American

Wire Gauge) number – the lower the number,

the larger the wire. For example, 12 AWG is

physically larger than 14 AWG.