PD-Connex CX06-2 - 2-meter Hybrid Power and DMX Cable
The PD-Connex CX06-2 is a professional and efficient solution designed to radically simplify lighting installations. This 2-meter hybrid cable combines both power and DMX control signals into a single robust cable. Its intelligent design eliminates the need to run two separate cables for each piece of equipment, resulting in faster, cleaner, and more organized setups. It's the perfect tool for lighting technicians, mobile DJs, and event companies looking to streamline their processes and deliver a flawless finish on any stage.
Equipped with high-quality connectors, one end features a 3-pin male XLR connector and a Type B power connector (power output), while the other end has a 3-pin female XLR connector and a Type A power connector (power input). This configuration is specifically designed for daisy-chaining, allowing power and DMX signals to be linked sequentially from one spotlight to another, minimizing clutter and potential points of failure. The power section uses 3x1.5mm² cable, capable of handling a maximum load of 16A, while the DMX signal line is balanced, shielded, and has an impedance of 120 ohms to ensure reliable, interference-free data transmission.
Main Features
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2-in-1 Integrated Solution: Integrates power supply and DMX signal into a single robust and manageable cable.
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Professional Connectors: Incorporates Powerconnector type connectors (Input A / Output B) and 3-pin XLR (Male / Female) for a secure and industry-standard connection.
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High Performance Power Cable: The 3x1.5mm² current section ensures a safe and stable power delivery, supporting up to 16 amps.
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Reliable DMX Transmission: The balanced signal cable has a characteristic impedance of 120 ohms, meeting the DMX512 standard for precise lighting control.
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Optimized for Chain Connection: Its design is perfect for linking multiple lighting effects, moving heads, LED PAR spotlights and other compatible devices in series.
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Ideal Length: At 2 meters long, it is ideal for short and neat connections between equipment mounted on truss bridges or supports.
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Durable Construction: Its tough outer shell is designed to withstand the demands of continuous use on tours, events, and professional setups.
Benefits for the Professional
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Quick and Efficient Installations: Significantly reduces assembly and disassembly time by managing only one cable per device instead of two.
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Clean and Professional Finish: Eliminates cable clutter, improving the visual aesthetics of the assembly and increasing safety by reducing the risk of tripping.
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Minimizes Connection Errors: As a unified solution, it simplifies the wiring process and reduces the likelihood of errors.
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Optimized Logistics: Reduces the weight and total volume of cabling to be transported, a crucial advantage for rental companies, technicians, and touring artists.
Use Cases
This cable is an indispensable tool for a wide variety of applications in the world of entertainment and events:
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Lighting Bridges (Truss): Perfect for connecting moving heads, LED bars and other effects mounted on truss structures in series.
- PAR LED Spotlight Mounting: Facilitates the creation of color washes and visual environments by connecting multiple spotlights quickly and neatly.
- Event Production: Essential for production companies that require efficient, reliable and aesthetically pleasing setups for stages, conferences and trade fairs.
- Fixed Installations: Ideal for theaters, nightclubs, concert halls and venues where a permanent, clean and low-maintenance installation is desired.
- Mobile DJs and Artists: It greatly simplifies the setup of lighting equipment, allowing more time to be dedicated to other aspects of the performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What do the Powerconnector A and B connectors mean?
- These are power connectors with a locking system. Type A (usually blue) is used for power input to the equipment, while type B (usually gray) is used for output, allowing current to pass to the next device in the chain.
- Is this cable compatible with any DMX equipment?
- Yes, it uses 3-pin XLR connectors and a cable with an impedance of 120 ohms, which are the standard for the vast majority of lighting equipment that operates with the DMX512 protocol.
- How many lighting fixtures can I connect in series with these cables?
- The number of devices is limited by the total current consumption. The sum of the current consumption of all connected devices must not exceed the maximum capacity of the cable (16A) or the main power circuit. It is always recommended to check the power consumption specifications of each device.
- Can the DMX signal suffer interference when it runs alongside the power cable?
- No. The cable has been designed with adequate shielding that isolates and protects the DMX signal line from possible electromagnetic interference generated by the power cable, ensuring clean and stable data transmission.
Project description
This professional 2-meter hybrid cable integrates power and DMX signal into a single cable. The power section consists of three 1.5mm² conductors terminated with PowerConnector Type A (input) and Type B (output) connectors. The signal section is a balanced DMX cable with 120 ohms impedance, 64x0.08mm shielding, and 3-pin XLR connectors (male and female). The cable's overall outer diameter is 10.8 mm.
