Listen Technologies LA-396-14-B – 14 AWG Hearing Loop Cable, Black Spool

Product Overview

The Listen Technologies LA-396-14-B is a spool of 14 AWG hearing loop cable in black, the conductor run around a room perimeter to form the induction loop itself. Loop cable is a consumable on any hearing loop installation and is ordered by the spool against the calculated run length. Two colours are stocked so installers can keep the two legs of a phased array visually distinct during first fix.

Product Description

The loop conductor is the radiating element of a hearing loop system, and its gauge affects the loop resistance the driver has to work into. 14 AWG is the standard choice for perimeter runs at the areas most commercial rooms present.

Colour coding matters more than it first appears. A MultiLoop or phased array design runs two separate loop legs, and distinguishing them during first fix — before anything is terminated or tested — avoids a time-consuming trace later. Ordering one spool of each colour is standard practice on phased array work.

Calculate run length from the loop design rather than the room perimeter, allowing for the drop back to the driver position and any deviation around structural openings. Terminations use foil-to-cable crimp lugs where the run meets copper foil tape, and PVC protective extrusion protects surface-run sections.

Key Features

• 14 AWG conductor — Standard gauge for perimeter hearing loop runs in commercial rooms.
• Black spool — Allows the two legs of a phased array loop to be kept visually distinct during installation.
• Supplied by the spool — Ordered against calculated run length rather than by the metre.
• Compatible with foil tape systems — Joins to copper foil tape using crimp lugs where a flat profile is required.

Typical Applications

• Auditorium
• House of worship
• Conference room
• Boardroom
• Government space
• Training room
• Multi-purpose room
• Commercial meeting space

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from the Listen Technologies product listing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much cable does a room need?
Calculate from the loop design, not the room perimeter. Allow for the drop back to the driver position and any deviation around structural openings or door thresholds.

Why are two colours stocked?
A phased array or MultiLoop design runs two separate loop legs. Keeping them visually distinct during first fix avoids tracing them later, after they are buried in floor build-up.

Can this be used with copper foil tape?
Yes. Foil tape gives a flat profile under floor coverings and joins to 14 AWG cable using crimp lugs rated for #14 to #16 AWG.

Does cable gauge affect driver selection?
Yes. Conductor gauge and run length determine loop resistance, which has to fall within the driver's specified range. Confirm the loop design before ordering both.

How is surface-run cable protected?
With PVC protective extrusion where the loop cannot be concealed in floor build-up or ceiling void.

What warranty and support apply?
Contact Creation Networks for supply terms and for hearing loop design support on the cable schedule.