Speaker / Figure 8 Cable
Speaker & Figure 8 Cable: Multi-Gauge Options for Audio, Security & Low-Voltage Installs
Speaker and figure 8 cable covers a wide range of low-voltage jobs, from home theatre speaker runs to garden lighting, security wiring and general appliance leads, all built around the same flexible two-core (or four-core) design. This range spans light-duty 0.75mm figure 8 cable through to heavier 10mm garden-rated cable, plus dedicated multi-core speaker cable for AV installs. For alarm and access control work, the Security Figure 8 Cable is a common pick where consistent insulation and flexibility matter for tight cavity runs.
What's in This Range
- 16AWG 2-Core Speaker Cable — a 305m roll suited to standard stereo and home theatre speaker runs where a single pair per channel is enough.
- 4-Core Speaker Cable — carries two channels in one sheath, useful for surround or multi-zone audio installs that need fewer cable runs.
- Flexible Figure 8 Cable — a lighter 0.75mm option for general low-voltage wiring where flexibility around tight bends is the priority.
- Heavy-Duty Garden Figure 8 Cable — a thicker 10mm gauge built for longer outdoor runs to garden lighting and pumps.
Who Uses This
AV installers reach for speaker cable on home theatre fit-outs, commercial PA systems and multi-room audio jobs, while security technicians use figure 8 cable for alarm sensors, access control points and CCTV power runs. Landscapers and electricians doing garden lighting on residential and commercial properties rely on the heavier-gauge figure 8 options for buried or exposed outdoor runs, and general trade work often calls on lighter figure 8 cable for low-voltage appliance leads and control wiring in switchboard upgrades and fit-outs.
Speaker & Figure 8 Cable — Common Questions
What gauge speaker cable do I need?
Gauge choice comes down to run length and speaker impedance — thicker cable (lower AWG number) keeps resistance down over longer distances, which matters most for low-impedance speakers. For runs where signal loss is a concern, a Low Resistance Speaker Cable with tinned conductors is a practical option, since tinning also helps resist corrosion over time.
Can figure 8 cable be used for speaker wiring?
Yes — figure 8 and speaker cable share the same basic two-core flexible construction, and a general-purpose option like Figure 8 Speaker Cable works fine for shorter, in-wall or in-conduit runs. For longer distances or lower-impedance speakers, a heavier-gauge dedicated speaker cable will usually give more consistent sound quality.
Is figure 8 cable suitable for outdoor use?
Standard PVC-insulated figure 8 cable is fine for short-term or sheltered outdoor use, but for permanent garden lighting or buried runs, a heavier-gauge, weather-rated variant is the better choice. Always check the insulation rating and conductor size against the load before running cable outdoors long-term.
Why Choose SCHNAP
- Certech and Electra Cables options stocked across multiple gauges, from light 0.75mm figure 8 through to 10mm garden-rated cable.
- Rolls available from 100m up to 305m lengths, so you can match quantity to the job instead of overbuying.
- Trade discounts, 30-day returns and Australia-wide delivery on every order.
Not sure which gauge fits your run length or speaker load? Our speaker cable gauge guide breaks down AWG sizing so you can pick the right cable the first time. Browse the range above and order online today.
