Crestron CRESNET-NP-BK-B500 – Cresnet Control Cable, Non-Plenum, Black, 500 ft

Product Overview

The Crestron CRESNET-NP-BK-B500 is a 500-foot spool of non-plenum rated Cresnet control cable in black jacket for Cresnet bus wiring in commercial AV and building automation installations. Crestron-certified for Cresnet bus performance, it carries both the RS-485 Cresnet data signal and 24VDC Cresnet bus power to keypads, occupancy sensors, lighting controllers, shade motors, and other Cresnet peripherals. The 500-foot spool suits small-to-medium commercial installations, single-floor deployments, and projects where the 1000-foot spool quantity exceeds the required cable volume. Black jacket is the standard color for commercial AV low-voltage wiring in conduit and cable tray environments.

Product Description

The 500-foot spool format of the CRESNET-NP-BK-B500 reduces cable waste on smaller commercial projects where a full 1000-foot spool would leave significant unused cable. For a single-floor office with ten to twenty Cresnet devices, 500 feet typically covers all device runs from the control processor location to keypads, occupancy sensors, and lighting controllers without excess. The non-plenum (CMR) rating applies in standard commercial construction environments where cable runs through conduit, non-plenum wall cavities, and cable trays in areas that are not used as return-air plenums. The black jacket blends into standard commercial conduit and raceway environments where black is the default low-voltage cable color. Performance and specification are identical to the CRESNET-NP-TL-SP1000 — the only differences are spool size (500 ft vs. 1000 ft) and jacket color availability.

Key Features

• 500-Foot Non-Plenum Spool: 500 ft (152.4m) CMR-rated Cresnet cable — right-sized for small-to-medium commercial Cresnet installations without the waste of a full 1000-foot spool.
• Black Jacket: Standard black low-voltage cable jacket for commercial conduit and raceway installations where black is the default wiring color.
• Crestron Certified Cresnet Performance: Factory-certified for Cresnet bus RS-485 data and 24VDC power delivery to all Cresnet peripheral devices at commercial installation distances.
• Data and Power in One Cable: 4-conductor construction carries both Cresnet data and 24VDC power, eliminating separate power drops to each Cresnet device.
• Non-Plenum (CMR) Rated: Rated for in-wall, conduit, and cable tray installation in non-plenum commercial building environments.
• Compatible with All Cresnet Devices: Works with the full range of Crestron Cresnet keypads, sensors, lighting controllers, shade motors, and other Cresnet-bus peripherals.

Typical Applications

• Small-to-medium commercial office Cresnet rough-in for single-floor or small multi-room deployments with 10–20 Cresnet devices
• Single conference suite or floor Cresnet wiring for keypads, occupancy sensors, and lighting controllers
• Supplemental cable for larger projects requiring additional footage beyond the primary 1000-foot spools
• Retrofit commercial AV installations where a full 1000-foot spool exceeds the required Cresnet cable volume

Technical Specifications

Competitor comparison: not applicable for this product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between this and the CRESNET-NP-WH-B500?
The CRESNET-NP-BK-B500 and CRESNET-NP-WH-B500 are functionally identical — the only difference is jacket color: black vs. white. Specify white for installations where white jacket is standard (some European convention or visible surface wiring), and black for standard North American commercial AV conduit installations. Contact Creation Networks for color selection guidance.

When do I need the 1000 ft spool instead?
The 1000 ft CRESNET-NP-TL-SP1000 is more economical per foot for large commercial projects with 30 or more Cresnet devices across multiple floors or rooms. The 500 ft spool reduces waste on smaller installations. Contact Creation Networks for cable quantity estimation based on your device count and floor plan.

What is the warranty on Crestron Cresnet cable?
Contact Creation Networks for Crestron cable warranty and replacement details.