BD Loops BD SC 14 to SC 20 Small Saw-Cut Loops Manuals & Support

BD Loops SC 14 / SC 16 / SC 18 / SC 20

BD Loops SC 14 to SC 20 are small preformed saw-cut vehicle loops, 3 x 4 ft up to 3 x 7 or 4 x 6 ft. Each comes with a 20 or 50 ft factory lead-in.

The wire is 16 AWG in a jacket rated 600 V and 167 °F. It fits a 3/16 in slot.

Buy the SC 14 / SC 16 / SC 18 / SC 20 (8 options)

Identify your model

The SC code reads perimeter, then lead-in. SC 14: 3 x 4 ft. SC 16: 3 x 5 or 4 x 4 ft. SC 18: 3 x 6 or 4 x 5 ft. SC 20: 3 x 7 or 4 x 6 ft. The -20 and -50 models have 20 or 50 ft of lead-in.

Key specs

Sizes 3 x 4 ft to 4 x 6 ft (14 to 20 ft perimeter)
Lead-in 20 or 50 ft
Wire 16 AWG
Slot 3/16 in wide, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 in deep
Rating 600 V, 167 °F

Manuals and documents

Installation Manual

Spec Sheet

Other documents

Troubleshooting

Detector does not see vehicles

  • Check loop resistance and megger the loop to ground.
  • Check that the lead-in is twisted and the splice is sealed.

Random detects

  • Seal the slot so the wires cannot move.
  • Keep loops at least 3 ft from other loops and moving metal.

Common questions

An 18 ft perimeter loop, 3 x 6 or 4 x 5 ft, with a 50 ft lead-in.

A 3/16 in slot, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 in deep. Cut 45 degree corners or core the corners.

Use BD Loop Shield or another loop sealant. See the BD sealant chart.

Narrow lanes and spots with little room, such as near a barrier arm. See the loop size chart.