RS PRO Cable XLR Connector, Straight, 250 V ac Female, 3 Way, Silver Plating

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458-024
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304-04-270
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RS PRO
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Brand

RS PRO

Number of Contacts

3

Product Type

XLR Connector

Current

16A

Mount Type

Cable

Orientation

Straight

Connector Gender

Female

Colour

Black

Contact Plating

Silver

Housing Material

Zinc

Voltage

250 V ac

Minimum Operating Temperature

-30°C

Termination Type

Solder

Contact Material

Brass

Contact Gender

Female

Maximum Operating Temperature

80°C

Standards/Approvals

No

COO (Country of Origin):
CN

RS PRO Female Cable Mount Connector with Backshell


XLR (External Line Return) Connector is synonymous of high-quality passage for sizeable electrical current to provide a robust connection for most audio devices. The most common tools are speakers, amplifiers, microphones, mixing boards, and other recording equipment with an easy assemble construction to provide excellent cable protection. XLR Connectors comes either as male or female genders and both you can pair it with wires attached to contacts on the Connector.

We are proudly introducing our own branded RS PRO Audio/Video XLR Connector for professional use in your studio or on the stage. The XLR Female is a precision, compatible Connector made with zinc, and solid brass turned three contacts. This XLR is a cable mount type offering "squeeze" release clip, which enables plugs and sockets to be unplugged quickly with a simple push-down device. Wiring and assembly are simple operations to accommodate cable diameters ranging from 2.8 mm to 8.0 mm, providing a sufficient cable grip.

For secure, durable connections, this XLR is the industry standard recognisable balanced audio signal level applications, which is an essential part of delivering line-level signal with no loss of quality over long cable distances.

Features and Benefits


  • Exceptional sound XLR connector with the high-quality inside material elements (zinc, silver and brass)

  • This black 3-way female, straight cable mount XLR Connector provides an easy assemble with outstanding cable protection

  • Versatile usage for many electronic devices to create exceptional audio balanced cable

  • The XLR is a robust connection system to protect disconnection, which is particularly important in the studio and on the stage

  • Three pole female cable connector XLR provides low contact resistance and high integrity to accept 3-pin

  • XLR current rating of 16 A

  • The XLR offers the minimum operating temperature of - 30°C whereas the maximum operating temperature is + 80°C

  • These Female Connectors operates with a voltage rating of 250 V ac

  • The XLR is practically always in stock for next day delivery

  • Intermateable with most die-cast zinc/aluminium body X Series Connectors

    • Applications


    XLR Connectors are must-have parts being indispensable for:

  • XLR in Lighting Control Applications

  • XLR Connectors in Speakers

  • Connectors audio signal in Mixing Boards

  • XLR female socket in Amplifiers

  • XLR Microphones plug Connector

  • XLR Female and XLR Male for musical Instruments

  • XLR Connectors in acoustic sound applications

  • Female Connector/Male Connector in loudspeakers

  • Excellent cable Connector for LED screens

    • Frequently asked questions


    Who was the first XLR inventor?

    James H. Cannon invented the first XLR Connector in Los Angeles in 1950s.

    How to clean XLR Connectors safely and correctly?

    The tolerance to dirt or contamination for XLR Connectors are extremely low. Therefore, to keep it free from dust, it is vital to use the appropriate equipment. We are recommending our own branded RS PRO electrical contact cleaning equipment 554-298.

    It is not a good practice using swabs or cloths as they leave threads behind meaning decreasing contact performance and lifetime.

    What is the difference between Male and Female Connectors?

    A Male Connector has solid pins (usually between three to seven pins) whereas Female Connector has central conductor with a-holes.

    RS Pro Cable Mount Connectors with Backshell


    From RS Pro, these Multipole audio/video connectors are manufactured for professional use. The “AXR”/”XLR” compatible connectors are precision made with zinc diecast bodies and silver-plated, solid brass turned contacts. A huge benefit of these connectors is the “squeeze” release clip, which enables plugs and sockets to be unplugged quickly with a simple push-down device. Wiring and assembly are also simple operations and a collet arrangement can accommodate cable diameters ranging from 2.8 mm to 8.0 mm to provide an effective cable grip. All models are highly reliable and excellent quality.

    Features & Benefits


    Solder tags incorporate hole for improved retention and reliability of connection;Black or Natural shell colours;Male and female versions available

    Warning

    Not to be used as mains connectors

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