{"product_id":"listen-technologies-acdb25100-direct-burial-cable-2-5mm-100m-reel","title":"Listen Technologies ACDB25100 – Direct Burial Hearing Loop Cable, 100m Reel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Listen Technologies ACDB25100 is a 100m reel of 2.5mm² direct burial cable for hearing loop runs installed below grade or set into screed. Standard loop cable is not rated for permanent burial, and a loop conductor cast into a floor slab is not something anyone will replace. Direct burial construction is what makes that installation method viable over the life of the building.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHearing loop conductors are often installed during construction rather than fit-out, run in screed or beneath a floor finish where they are permanently inaccessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/burial_calble_2mm_2-e1634224010145.png?v=1787627451\" alt=\"Listen Technologies ACDB25100 direct burial hearing loop cable, 100m reel\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat places a durability requirement on the cable that ordinary loop conductor does not meet. Direct burial construction resists moisture ingress and the mechanical stress of being cast into a floor. At 2.5mm² the conductor also carries the current a perimeter loop driver delivers without excessive resistance over a long run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder by the reel against the calculated run length, allowing for the drop back to the driver position. Where the loop transitions from buried to surface-run, protect the exposed section with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/listen-technologies-acex01-pvc-protective-extrusion-3m-x-50mm-grey\"\u003ePVC protective extrusion\u003c\/a\u003e. Commissioning still requires field strength measurement against IEC 60118-4 using a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/listen-technologies-tfsm01-fsm-field-strength-meter\"\u003efield strength meter\u003c\/a\u003e — burial does not change the certification requirement, and it does make remedial work expensive, so the loop design should be confirmed before pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5mm² conductor\u003c\/strong\u003e — Carries perimeter loop driver current without excessive resistance over long runs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect burial rated\u003c\/strong\u003e — Withstands moisture and mechanical stress when cast into screed or installed below grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100m reel\u003c\/strong\u003e — Supplied by the reel and ordered against calculated run length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePermanent installation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Suited to loops installed during construction where the conductor becomes inaccessible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuditorium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouse of worship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConference room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoardroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGovernment space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraining room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-purpose room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial meeting space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;min-width:430px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eListen Technologies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eACDB25100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eConductor Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.5mm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eReel Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e100m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDirect burial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHearing loop conductor, below grade or in screed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpecifications sourced from the Listen Technologies product listing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy not use standard loop cable in screed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStandard loop conductor is not rated for permanent burial. Once cast into a slab the cable cannot be replaced, so moisture and mechanical durability become critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much cable is required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCalculate from the loop design rather than the room perimeter, allowing for the drop back to the driver position and any deviation around structural elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes burial affect the certification requirement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. The installed system still has to be measured against IEC 60118-4 with a field strength meter. Confirm the loop design before the pour, because remedial work on a buried loop is expensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be joined to surface-run cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, with the transition protected. Use PVC protective extrusion where the loop runs on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen is this specified rather than foil tape?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWhere the loop is installed during construction in screed or below grade. Copper foil tape is used where a flat profile is needed under a floor covering during fit-out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty and support apply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nContact Creation Networks for supply terms and hearing loop design support on cable schedules.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Listen Technologies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48228838211820,"sku":"ACDB25100","price":620.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/burial_calble_2mm_2-e1634224010145.png?v=1787627451","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/listen-technologies-acdb25100-direct-burial-cable-2-5mm-100m-reel","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}