PD-Connex CX10-10 - Combined Schuko/IEC Power and DMX Signal Cable 10m
The PD-Connex CX10-10 is a professional and highly efficient solution designed to simplify and optimize lighting and sound equipment installations. This combination cable, also known as a hybrid cable, integrates both a power cable and a balanced DMX signal line into a single flexible and durable cable. At 10 meters long, it's the perfect tool for reducing clutter, speeding up setups, and ensuring a reliable and aesthetically clean connection in any professional environment.
This two-in-one system eliminates the need for separate power and signal cables, minimizing the risk of tangling, damage, and accidental disconnections. At one end, the cable features a standard male Schuko connector for power and a 3-pin male XLR connector for the DMX signal. At the other end, it has a female IEC connector, commonly used on most professional lighting equipment such as moving heads, LED PAR lights, and smoke machines, along with a 3-pin female XLR connector for the control signal.
The PD-Connex CX10-10 is designed for heavy-duty use. Its power supply section features three 1.50 mm² conductors, capable of handling a maximum current of 16A, ensuring a stable and reliable power delivery. Meanwhile, the DMX signal line is properly shielded to protect data transmission from electromagnetic interference (EMI/RFI), guaranteeing precise and error-free control of connected equipment.
Main Features
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2-in-1 Hybrid Design: Integrates a power cable and a DMX signal line into a single protective cover.
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Professional Length: Its 10 meters in length offer great flexibility for connecting equipment in stages, studios or fixed installations.
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High Quality Connectors: Equipped with robust connectors for a secure and durable connection: Schuko male and XLR male on one end, and IEC female and XLR female on the other.
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Reliable Power Supply: The 3x 1.50mm² power cable supports a maximum load of 16 amps, suitable for most lighting and sound equipment.
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Protected DMX Signal: The 3-pin XLR signal line is balanced and features effective shielding to prevent interference and ensure clean data transmission.
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Robust Construction: The 10.8 mm diameter outer cover is flexible yet tough, ideal for withstanding the demands of touring and events.
Benefits for the Professional
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Quick and Efficient Assembly: Cuts wiring time in half, allowing for faster and easier installation.
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Superior Organization and Aesthetics: Eliminates cable clutter, achieving a clean and professional finish on trusses, lighting bars and stages.
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Greater Reliability: By minimizing the number of cables, the risk of failures, accidental pulls, and weak connection points is reduced.
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Optimal Signal Performance: Dedicated shielding prevents power line noise from affecting the DMX signal, ensuring perfect equipment operation.
Use Cases
The PD-Connex CX10-10 cable is the ideal choice for a wide variety of applications, including:
- Connection of DMX lighting equipment such as moving heads, LED PAR lights, color bars and strobes.
- Power supply and audio signal transmission to active stage monitors or self-powered speakers.
- Installations in theaters, concert halls, television studios and nightclubs.
- Perfect solution for audiovisual equipment rental companies, mobile DJs and event technicians who need to optimize their setup and takedown processes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this cable compatible with any lighting equipment?
- Yes, it is compatible with the vast majority of professional lighting equipment that uses an IEC power input and DMX control via 3-pin XLR connectors.
- Can I use the XLR line to carry an audio signal instead of DMX?
- Absolutely. Being a balanced and shielded cable, it's perfectly suitable for transmitting analog audio signals, such as line or microphone level signals, to connect active speakers, for example.
- Can the proximity of the power cable cause interference in the DMX signal?
- No. The cable has been specifically designed with shielding on the signal line to isolate it from electromagnetic interference that the power cable could generate, ensuring clean data transmission.
- What is the maximum current the cable can handle?
- The power cord is designed to withstand a maximum current of 16 amps (16A).
Project description
This 10-meter combination cable integrates a power line and a balanced DMX signal line into a single sheath. The power cable features 3 x 1.50 mm² conductors and Schuko male to IEC female connectors, with a maximum rated capacity of 16A. The signal line uses 3-pin XLR connectors (male to female), with 8 x 0.2 mm² conductors and 64 x 0.08 mm² shielding for interference-free data transmission. The cable's overall outer diameter is 10.8 mm.
