Cordial ELCCPD20FM - Professional 3-Pin DMX Cable, 20 Meters
The Cordial ELCCPD20FM is a 20-meter professional DMX cable designed to ensure flawless and reliable signal transmission in lighting control systems. Built to Cordial's exacting quality standards, this cable is the perfect choice for entertainment professionals, installers, and technicians who demand durability and uncompromising performance. Its 20-meter length offers great versatility for connecting equipment on large stages, in studios, or in complex architectural installations, ensuring that communication between the control console and the lighting fixtures is always stable and error-free.
The foundation of its performance is strict adherence to the 110-ohm characteristic impedance, essential for the DMX512 protocol. This, combined with high-density shielding, protects the digital signal against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), a crucial factor in environments with multiple electronic devices. The 3-pin XLR connectors (male to female) ensure universal compatibility with the vast majority of lighting equipment on the market, from moving heads and LED PAR lights to smoke machines and strobes. Its robust PVC housing not only protects it against physical wear and tear but also provides the flexibility needed for easy handling and storage.
Main Features
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Professional Length: Its 20 meters in length are ideal for large-scale productions, allowing considerable distances to be covered without the need for splices that could degrade the signal.
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Correct Impedance for DMX: Meets the 110 ohm specification, guaranteeing error-free digital data transmission without information loss, resulting in precise control of lighting equipment.
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Universal Connectivity: Equipped with 3-pin male and female XLR connectors, the most widespread standard in the professional lighting industry.
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Robust Construction: The tough PVC outer casing is designed to withstand the demands of touring, live events and fixed installations, protecting the internal conductors from damage.
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Excellent Shielding: Incorporates effective shielding that isolates the signal from external interference, ensuring clean and stable communication at all times.
Benefits for the Professional
Using the Cordial ELCCPD20FM translates into peace of mind and reliability. Lighting technicians can trust that their schedules will run with absolute precision, without random failures or unexpected lighting behavior caused by poor signal quality. Its durability reduces long-term costs by eliminating the need for frequent cable replacements. Furthermore, its flexibility facilitates easy setup and teardown, optimizing workflow on any production.
Use Cases
This cable is the perfect tool for a wide variety of professional applications, including:
- Connecting lighting consoles with dimmers, moving heads, PAR lights and other effects.
- Stage setups for concerts, theaters and festivals.
- Fixed installations in nightclubs, event venues, television studios and convention centers.
- Audiovisual equipment rental companies that need reliable and durable equipment.
- Control of architectural lighting systems in buildings and public spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use this cable to connect a microphone?
Although the connector is physically the same (3-pin XLR), it's not recommended. DMX cables like this one have an impedance of 110 ohms, designed for digital signals. Microphone cables have a lower impedance, optimized for analog audio signals. Using a DMX cable for audio can result in a loss of sound quality, especially over long distances.
What is the difference between a 3-pin and a 5-pin DMX cable?
The original DMX512 standard specifies 5-pin connectors to allow for an optional second data link, which is rarely used in practice. Therefore, the industry largely adopted the 3-pin connector, which transmits the main DMX universe identically to the 5-pin connector. This 3-pin cable is compatible with the vast majority of equipment on the market.
Is it suitable for intensive use on tours?
Yes. The Cordial brand is known for its durability. The robust PVC jacket and the quality of its components make this cable ready to withstand the constant assembly, disassembly, and transport typical of tours and live events.
Project description
DMX512 lighting control cable, 20 meters long. It features 3-pin XLR connectors, one male and one female. The cable has a characteristic impedance of 110 ohms, full shielding to prevent interference, and a durable black PVC outer jacket.
