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Neutrik® speakON® SPX and Standard Series Speaker Connectors
Professional Speaker Connectors for Demanding Sound Engineers and Musicians
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Nuetrik® speakON® SPX and Standard Series Speaker Connectors
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Touring musicians and professional sound engineers know what a significant role quality equipment plays in putting on a good show. These speakON® connectors by Neutrik® are built to withstand the rigors of constant use by high power audio systems, frequent transport, and tough weather, providing years of reliable use. |
- Available in 2, 4, and 8 pole configurations to fit a wide variety of speakers
- Two builds for differing needs:
- Cost effective, durable plastic housing for great performance and durability
- Extremely rugged, high-impact nickel or black chrome housing provides maximum durability for all applications, especially during heavy touring, rental, and commercial use
- Panel mount connectors have standard D-size flanges for universal compatibility
- Handles up to 40A RMS continuous power, easily accommodating even the most demanding pro audio systems
- Cable mounted female connectors feature-screw type closure for maximum pull-out force
- SPX series connectors are available with color-coded boots or bands for easy identification
- Cable mount versions are easily converted to right angle connectors to fit into cramped spaces and awkward applications
| SPX Series | STX Series | speakON® FC Series | speakON® Chassis + Combo | Adapter | STX Series Chassis | ||
| Electrical | |||||||
| Number of Contact | 4 | 4 + 8 | 2, 4, 8 | 2, 4, 8 | 2, 4, 8 | 4 + 8 | |
| Rated Current per Contact | @40 A rms continuous | • | • | 30 A | 30 A ** | 15 A | • |
| @50 A audiosignal, duty cycle 50% | • | • | 40 A | 40 A | 30 A | • | |
| Combo: 15A rms continuous | - | - | - | • | - | - | |
| CSA approved rating: 25A (4 pole) | • | • | - | 10 A | - | - | |
| Rated Insulation Voltage | 250VAC | • | • | • | • | • | • |
| Contact Resistance After Life Expectancy | <2 mΩ | • | • | ≤ 3 | ≤ 3 | ≤ 3 | • |
| Insulation Resistance After Dampheat | >1 GΩ | • | > 10 GΩ | • | • | • | > 10 GΩ |
| Dielectric Strength | 4 kV peak | • | • | • | • | • | • |
| 1/4" Jack: | 1.5 kV peak | - | - | - | - | • | - |
| Mechanical | |||||||
| Locking System | Quick lock (lock) | • | • | • | • | • | • |
| Life Expectancy (mating cycles) | > 5,000 | • | • | • | • | • | • |
| Cable OD Range (mm) | 2 Pole | - | - | 6-10 | - | - | - |
| 4 Pole | 7-14.5 | - | 5-15 | - | - | - | |
| 8 Pole | - | 8-20 | 8-20 | - | - | - | |
| Wiring | screw type terminals | 4 mm² (AWG 12) | - | 4 mm² (AWG 12) | • (ST) | - | - |
| soldering | 6 mm² (AWG 10) | 6 mm² (AWG 10) | 4 mm² (AWG 12) | • | - | • | |
| flat tabs for 3/16" FASTON® (4.8 X 0.5 mm) | - | - | - | • | - | - | |
| flat tabs for 1/4" FASTON® (6.3x 0.8 mm) | - | - | - | • (UC) | - | • | |
| PCB version | - | - | - | • | • | • | |
| Insertion/Withdrawal Force | Combo: Jack: ≤ N/ > 10 N | - | - | - | - | • | - |
| Cable Retention Force | ≥ 220 N * | • | • | • | - | - | - |
| Material | |||||||
| Housing | Polyamide PA 6 30% GR | - | - | • | • | • | - |
| PBTP 20% GR | • | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Zinc diecast | - | • | - | - | - | • | |
| Insert | Poluamide PA 6 30% GR | - | • | - | - | • | • |
| PBTP 20% GR | • | - | • | - | - | - | |
| Contacts | Brass (CuZn39Pb3) | • | • | • | - | - | - |
| Bronze (CuSn6) | - | - | - | • | • | - | |
| Contact Plating | 4 µm Ag | - | • | - | • (UC) | - | • |
| Locking Element | Zinc diecast (ZnAl4Cu1) | • | • | • | - | - | • (FP) |
| Chuck | Polyacetal (POM) | • | • | • | - | - | - |
| Bushing | Polyamide (PA 6 15% GR) | • | • | • | - | - | - |
| Environment | |||||||
| Operating Temperature | -22°F to 176°F (30°C to 80°C) | • | • | • | • | • | • |
| Protection Class | IP 54 (mated condition) | - | • | - | - | - | • |
| IP 52 (8-pole, mated condition) | - | • | - | - | - | • | |
| Flammability | UL 94 HB | • | • | • | • | • | • |
| Safety Requirements | EN/IEC 61984 | • | • | • | • | • | • |
| Approvals | UL Recognized, UL Listed, IEC 68-2-20 | • | 4 pole | • | • | • | 4 pole |
| Solderability: | complies with IEC 68-2-20 | • | • | • | • | • | • |
* subject to cable O.D. and material
** NL4MD-V-S - rated current per contact: 20A
| PART # | DESCRIPTION | TERMINATION | COLOR | PRICE |
| SPX Series Cable Mount Female | ||||
| NEU-CA-NL4FX | 4-Pole SPX Series | 4-Pole | Gray, Red, Yellow, Green, White | |
| NEU-CA-NL4FRX | 4-Pole SPX Series with Right Angle Connector | 4-Pole with Right Angle Connector | Gray | |
| NEU-CA-LRX | Right Angle Conversion Kit for SPX Series only | n/a | Gray | |
| Standard Series Cable Mount Female | ||||
| NEU-CA-NL2FC | 2-Pole Standard Series | 2-Pole | Gray band, Blue boot | |
| NEU-CA-NL4FC | 4-Pole Standard Series | 4-Pole | Black connector, Blue boot | |
| NEU-CA-NL4FCB | 4-Pole Standard with Gold Contacts | 4-Pole | Black connector, Blue boot | |
| NEU-CA-NL8FC | 8-Pole Standard Series | 8-Pole | Black connector, Blue boot | |
| Panel Mount Male | ||||
| NEU-CA-NL2MP | 2-Pole, D-Size Fange | 2-Pole | Black | |
| NEU-CA-NL4MP | 4-Pole, D-Size Flange | 4-Pole | Black | |
| NEU-CA-NL4MPB | 4-Pole, D-size Flange, Gold Contacts | 4-Pole | Black | |
| NEU-CA-NL4MPST | 4-Pole, D-size Flange, Screw Terminals | 4-Pole | Black | |
| NEU-CA-NL4MPUC | 4-Pole, D-size Flange, 1/4" Faston Terminals | 4-Pole | Black | |
| NEU-CA-NL4MPR | 4-Pole, Round Flange, for Speaker Cabinets | 4-Pole | Black | |
| NEU-CA-NL8MPR | 8-Pole, Nickel, Square flange | 8-Pole | Nickel | |
| NEU-CA-NL8MPRBAG | 8-Pole, Black Chrome, Square Flange | 8-Pole | Black Chrome | |
| Combo speakON® Connector | ||||
| NEU-CA-NLJ2MDV | Panel Mount, Combination speakON® and 1/4" Receptacle (allows you to wire both a 4 pole Speakon and a 2 pole 1/4" jack, use either at your convenience) |
2 or 4 Pole Speakon, 2-Pole 1/4" | Green | |
| Accessories | ||||
| NEU-CA-NL4MMX | 4-Pole Coupler, Links two NEU-CA-NL2 or NEU-CA-NL4FC | 2-Pole or 4-Pole | Black | |
| NEU-CA-NL8MM | 8-Pole Coupler, Male/Male | 8-Pole | Black | |
| NEU-CA-NA4LJ | NEU-CA-NL4FC to 1/4" Jack | 4-Pole to 1/4" 2-Pole Female |
Black | |
| NEU-CA-BSLWR | Weather-Resistant Boot for Standard Series | n/a | Black | |
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