stuartm Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 Hi, I am looking at making some XLR cables from a cable reel and heads but I just had a look in the Lancelyn Theatre Supplies catalogue and it lists: Mains Cable (3 core Flexible cable PVC/PVC sheathed) 6A 0.75mm 1500W max10A 1.0mm 2000W max15A 1.5mm 3500W max Are these suitable? Can someone suggest a UK supplier the above are £35-45 per 100m. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew C Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 What do you intend to do with these cables? XLR NORMALLY* refers to a microphone (or DMX) cable, those are mains type cables. Totally the wrong thing in whatever application except speaker cables for old kit that doesn't have proper connectors. *It is actually a type of connector, but a bit like calling all vacuum cleaners "Hoovers" it is in quite common usage as a cable type. See the WIKI for more info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartm Posted September 10, 2008 Author Share Posted September 10, 2008 What do you intend to do with these cables? XLR NORMALLY* refers to a microphone (or DMX) cable, those are mains type cables. Totally the wrong thing in whatever application except speaker cables for old kit that doesn't have proper connectors. *It is actually a type of connector, but a bit like calling all vacuum cleaners "Hoovers" it is in quite common usage as a cable type. See the WIKI for more info. Speakers, cans, mics etc. Wrong then . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew C Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 Wrong then :P.Yep, 'fraid so.One example of cables for microphone and comms from our friends at CPC. For speakers, you can use mains flex as you listed, but you will (again, in most cases) only need two core. Unless the speakers/amps are big I'd go for the 6A. Not intended to be denigrating, but I doubt you need the big stuff if you are asking this question. CPC search Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartm Posted September 10, 2008 Author Share Posted September 10, 2008 Too many choices and you lot are all clever. All I know is Im looking for triple core cable ;p Does it need to be a certain mm, Amps, wattage? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyMitchell Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 Stuart Get back to real basics - tell us what two pieces of equipment you want to connect, then it will be easier to help you. I'm confused by your posts so far. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartm Posted September 10, 2008 Author Share Posted September 10, 2008 I just want to make standard XLR for general sounds use not two specific pieces of equipment. Could be cans, could be mics, could be cue lights etc. Is this okay - http://djsoundkit.co.uk/proddetail.php?prod=E485. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 No.For most audio purposes, you need a two core flexible screened cable. Do a search for "microphone cable". For speakers, you don'tn want screened, but want something with sensible-sized cores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartm Posted September 10, 2008 Author Share Posted September 10, 2008 Thanks Bruce, can anybody suggest a UK supplier? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexl123 Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 CPC, Studiospares, maplin, are a few that spring to mind Alex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartm Posted September 10, 2008 Author Share Posted September 10, 2008 Thanks Ill have a look, any more suggestions great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyMitchell Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 I just want to make standard XLR for general sounds use not two specific pieces of equipment. Could be cans, could be mics, could be cue lights etc. Is this okay - http://djsoundkit.co.uk/proddetail.php?prod=E485. Stuart The link you have posted is to d0mest1c flexible mains cable - great for appliances about the home and not much else. What's commonly known as "XLR cables" are normally used as signal cables to connect microphones, desks, FX, amplifiers, etc and for this purpose you want to use microphone cable.Have a look at www.vdctrading.com and select cables, this shoudl point you in the right direction. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartm Posted September 10, 2008 Author Share Posted September 10, 2008 Right, what terminology is used so I know that it is the proper mic cable for example? Ill try that link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom_the_LD Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 What you want is microphone cable. I would recommend this - http://uk.rs-online.com/web/search/searchB...t&R=3657700 This cable is generally used for most things soundy - linking up cans, for mics or at a push running DMX down it. I have some of this exact cable which I used for making XLR cables - never had any problems with buzzing or anything. Works a treat! Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartm Posted September 10, 2008 Author Share Posted September 10, 2008 Ouch, more expensive than I thought - thanks for the link though, will have to try to convince the school for the money. A concurrent post has been automatically merged from this point on. Would this work:http://uk.rs-online.com/web/search/searchB...t&R=0368643 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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