RS PRO Cable XLR Connector, Straight, 250V ac Female, 3 Way, Silver Plating

We are proudly introducing our own branded RS PRO Audio/Video XLR Connector for professional use in your studio or on the stage. The XLR Female is a precision, compatible Connector made with zinc, and solid brass turned three contacts. This XLR is a cable mount type offering "squeeze" release clip, which enables plugs and sockets to be unplugged quickly with a simple push-down device. Wiring and assembly are simple operations to accommodate cable diameters ranging from 2.8 mm to 8.0 mm, providing a sufficient cable grip.

For secure, durable connections, this XLR is the industry standard recognisable balanced audio signal level applications, which is an essential part of delivering line-level signal with no loss of quality over long cable distances.

James H. Cannon invented the first XLR Connector in Los Angeles in 1950s.

The tolerance to dirt or contamination for XLR Connectors are extremely low. Therefore, to keep it free from dust, it is vital to use the appropriate equipment. We are recommending our own branded RS PRO electrical contact cleaning equipment 554-298.

It is not a good practice using swabs or cloths as they leave threads behind meaning decreasing contact performance and lifetime.;

A Male Connector has solid pins (usually between three to seven pins) whereas Female Connector has central conductor with a-holes.