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HPC Series
Switchcraft recently introduced a complete line of panel mount speaker
connectors that are completely compatible with the Neutrik® Speakon® 4 pole
series. We are now introducing a complete line of cable mounts as well. The
complete HPC Series offers both panel mount and cord mount connectors.
The HPC panel mounts have been updated with new silver-plated contact
materials that boost the contact ratings to 30A per UL 1977 on PC mount
versions, 50A per UL 1977 on Faston versions. They are still available with
either 0.100" depth flanges or 0.200" depth flanges. The 0.200" depth flange
allows for rear mounting of the HPC Series, and proper mating of all cord plugs.
The panel mount versions are available with either 0.187" or 0.250" Faston
terminals, and either straight or right angle PC mount terminals. The right angle
PC mount version also has, as an option, a mounting post which allows the
connector to snap onto the PC board for wave soldering.
The HPC cord plugs are available in either straight, right angle, or as an in-line.
The in-line version mates with either the straight or right angle cord plug,
allowing the end user to extend cable runs. All cord plugs are compatible with
Speakon ® panel mounts. The in-line mates with our HPC cord plugs, as well
as Speakon® cord plugs. The unique feature of the HPC series cord plugs are
the “push to lock” feature, similar to the connection of an XLR connector. The
HPC cord plugs, when mated to either HPC panel mounts or Speakon® panel
mounts do not require a 1/4" turn to engage. Simply push the connector in until
it locks. To disengage, push forward on the latch lever and pull the connector
out. This feature eliminates the need to remember to turn the connector to
make contact. All HPC cord plugs utilize 0.250" Faston terminals, which allow
for easy assembly, and make it easy to change cord plugs. To change from a
straight cord plug to an in-line cord plug, back off the strain relief nut, twist off
the handle, disconnect the Faston terminals, fasten the new cord connector,
twist on the handle and the strain relief. Barbs on the handle keep the handle
from vibrating loose from the front shell.
Both HPC panel mounts and cord plugs incorporate a built-in gasket, which
allows them to meet IP 25 harsh environment ratings, as well as IEC 529 and
IEC 1010-1 safety ratings.
Features and Benefits
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Completely compatible with Neutrik® Speakon® 4 pole connectors
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30A rating per UL 1977 on PC mount versions
50A rating per UL 1977 on Faston versions
Panel mounts have two different Faston terminal sizes, 0.187" and 0.250"
Panel mounts offered with two different flange depths, 0.100" and 0.200"
0.200" depth flange offers easy rear mounting
Right angle or straight PC board terminals on panel mounts
Built in gasket gives all HPC connectors IP 25 environmental ratings
All HPC Series meet IEC 529 and IEC 1010-1 safety ratings
Cord plug versions offer "push to lock" design, no 1/4" turn to engage
Cord plug versions accept 10 AWG wire, 0.560" cable OD max
Speakon® is a registered trademark of Neutrik Inc.
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Specifications
Materials
Housings: Thermoplastic UL94V-O rated
Seal Rings: Thermoplastic rubber
Contacts: Silver-plated over copper alloy
Electrical
PC Terminals Current Rating: 30A per UL 1977
Faston Terminals Current Rating: 50A RMS w/10AWG wire, normal ambient, per UL
1977
Voltage Rating: 1,500 AC RMS, Per Mil-Std 202, Method 301
Insulation Resistance: > 2T Ohms
Contact Resistance: 1m Ohm, 1.5m Ohm after 1,000 insertions/withdrawals
Mechanical
Shock: Mil-Std 202, Method 213B Cond. K
Vibration: Mil-Std 202, Method 201A
Life: 1,000 insertion/withdrawals
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Cable Range: 0.560" OD max.
Environmental
Salt Spray: Mil-Std 202, Method 101D Cond. B
Thermal Shock: Mil-Std 202, Method 107G
Temperature Limits: -55 C to +85 C
Moisture Resistance: Mil-Std 202, Method 106E
Life@Ambient Temperature: Mil-Std 202, Method 108A
Touch Proof: IEC 65 and 1010-1
Weather Tightness: IEC 529, IP 25
Ordering Information
Download Product Bulletin Pages:
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