Neutrik - the industry standard in professional connecotrs for install, touring and portable use! Get your Neutrik connectors from DJBox.ie

Neutrik AG, founded in 1975 in Schaan, Liechtenstein, is the world leader in designing and manufacturing high-performance interconnect solutions for professional audio, video, data, and power applications. With more than 1,000 employees, five production facilities, and distribution in over 80 countries, Neutrik’s portfolio covers everything from XLR, speakON®, and BNC connectors to the powerCON®, etherCON®, and TRUE1 series . Known for innovation, durability, and precision engineering, Neutrik connectors are trusted in demanding settings—from concert stages and broadcast studios to industrial and outdoor installations . 

In this post, we'll explore three key connector families used in our industry—speakON speaker, powerCON, and powerCON TRUE1—highlighting their unique strengths and specs.

🎧 1. Speaker Connectors

Neutrik's speakON FXX series is the industry standard for professional loudspeaker connections. These rugged, twist-lock cable connectors feature screw-type terminals and stranded-wire protection for reliable performance. Key models include:

• NL4FXX‑W‑S: A 4‑pole female cable connector for 6–12 mm cables, rated up to 37 A rms, with ergonomic two-component housing and chuck-style strain relief 

• NL4FXX‑W‑L: Similar spec to the “‑S” variant but designed for larger 10–16 mm cables, offering the same locking design and performance standard 

• NL2FXX‑W‑S: A 2‑pole female cable connector for 6–12 mm cables—ideal for simpler audio needs—with the same twist-lock system

With IEC 61984 certification, ≥2 mΩ contact resistance, 2.8 kVac dielectric strength, and up to 5,000 mating cycles, these connectors excel in both durability and ease of assembly 

🔌 2. PowerCon Connectors

The powerCON XX FXX series are single-phase, locking 3‑conductor AC cable connectors offering circuit-breaking capability when mated with matching receptacles:

• NAC3FXXA‑W‑S (blue, power‑in) – for 6–12 mm diameter cables, IEC/UL/CSA certified, ergonomic housing, proven twist-lock system 

• NAC3FXXB‑W‑S (grey, power‑out) – similar spec and size, color-keyed to prevent mis-mating 

• NAC3FXXB‑W‑L – a larger-chuck “‑L” variant for 10–16 mm cable sizes in grey

• NAC3FXXA‑W‑L – the blue “‑L” for power‑in using 10–16 mm cable diameter 

These connectors comply with IEC 60320‑1 and UL requirements, include slip-proof two-component housings, and have locking bushings and strain relief for reliable use 

⚡ 3. powerCON TRUE1 Connectors

The powerCON TRUE1 series offers heavy-duty, sealed power connections with full breaking-capacity under load:

• NAC3F‑TRUE1‑S (female, small chuck) – rugged, sealed, IP65/67 rated, UV-resistant, UL/CSA/ENEC certified, connects/disconnects under load, for 6–12 mm cables 

• NAC3F‑TRUE1‑L – similar to the “‑S” but for 10–16 mm cable outer diameters 

• NAC3M‑TRUE1‑S (male, small chuck) – male cable version with same features as female small variant 

• NAC3M‑TRUE1‑L – male, large chuck design for bigger cables 

Built to IP65/67 standards, certified for live-load disconnect (CBC), and constructed with UV-resistant materials, TRUE1 connectors are perfect for harsh—or outdoor—environments 

📊 Specifications Comparison Table

✅ Final Thoughts

Neutrik’s connector lineup offers robust, reliable, and easy-to-use solutions across audio and power applications. Whether you're wiring speaker cables with speakON, managing power connections with powerCON XX, or tackling outdoor installs with TRUE1's high ingress protection and live-load disconnect capability, Neutrik has you covered.

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