Quick Disconnect Speaker Wires! BEST Connector - CarAudioFabrication
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- When installing speakers into a car audio system we want to make sure the installation is serviceable. In this video I show you a cool connector that can be used on speaker wires to easily and quickly disconnect a speaker.
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A quick tip : when you’re soldering the xt60 confections keep both connected while soldering so that the pins don’t melt or shift out of position.
@@Kintepro lol its just for extra precautions. especially for first time builders. i shifted my pins when i first did it. and it makes them easier to solder when together.
I have been in the rc hobby for 25 years, but never thought of doing that!
Great tip!
These are by far the best connectors to RC use!... and now car audio!
This is the absolute best car audio channel on the Tube.
Thank you for the kind words! Lots of great guys out there on the Tube, glad to be a part of the community.
Because there is no other.
yes they are
Great mobile audio application video's. .. !! Thanks!
there is alot
5 minutes of good info in a 5 minute video: CZcams gold!
Been using these for a long time. They are super easy to connect and disconnect.The only thing I do different is shrink the cable and connector together. Great video as usual.
Always enjoy watching your new content and following your builds as they unfold. Given me sooo many ideas for when I come to build my own custom setup in my car. Just so much to think of and remember to put into practise when the time comes.
Thanks for posting about these connectors, and where to source them. I used these in my F150 system, and found them to be a nice, solid solution.
For midrange speakers (or anything that pulls less than 360 watts), you can also use xt-30 connectors. They can accept up to 16 gauge wire, and they might be an even better choice in some scenarios. I've used them on my smaller rc plane models, and I'm planning on using them for a new coaxial speaker install on my '96 continental. Thanks for the tips!
I found these connectors thanks to your video and love them! I use them to swap the connection of my digital receiver to my inside or outside speakers for outdoor movie nights 🥰❤️ thanks again for the heads up!!
Very useful information!!!!!!!! Thank you SO much because this is like the most elusive part of the install in the form of people making videos and showing you their way of tackling this problem that so many of us face when upgrading to an aftermarket speaker. It seems so simple of s task at first then once you take the speaker of its like a crossroads to either pack it up and pay a professional or take the next step and this is what I needed to take the next step! Thanks again
+1. .. Great use of the original AMASS XT60 connector. .. Beware of cheap knock-off XT60 versions that melt, there offered everywhere .. The real deal AMASS brand/made XT60 connector is available online through RC Hobby shop's, Amazon, etc. .. Great connector for car audio hobbyist enthusiasts. .. P.S., I forget if Mark mentioned, however for H2O proof applications additionally 1" shrink wrap the entire connector. .. Works like a champ on a marine/audio application! .. Molex brand offers suitable connectors also, high quality too. ...
Nice, I'm using 4 terminal connectors for my active crossover install, and 8 terminal ones for connecting the front and rear to the amps. Definitely a must have if you disconnect your equipment often!
I'm glad I came across this. This will go great along with my roadmaster audio build.
Took your advice and used these for the sub in my vw, thanks!
You get right to the point. I like it. I've been looking for a good speaker wire quick disconnect for bass shakers for a sim racing rig. This appears to be... perfect. Thanks!
This is exactly what I thought! I want to make my audio installation easier with those so I can swap out the old speakers with better ones in the future.
Thanks Mark, been looking for something like this. Great channel and content!
Thanks, Mark. Another very useful, awesome suggestion.
Brilliant video been looking for an easy quick connect for ages!
Great job Mark I really like those connectors and have a great holiday thx for the great videos
Thanks to you I've gotten myself some of these connectors and I'll be working on my system installing these for my speakers. I also like the more powerful connector that can use 8 gauge speaker wire so in the future when I install my Sub I can easily remove it incase I need more space! Thanks Mark!
I have used a PC internal power connectors from an old PC tower that I had laying around in the garage, for some LED's that I've mounted in the door cards.
I guess they can be used for speakers as well !!
Been using these and and other connector for my Electric drones but not for audio... works though!
Post more videos! Phenomenal car audio channel!
great idea, just what i need for the sub woofer box i have just built!
Great video, as always! Quick question: I have 12 gauge speaker wire for my subwoofers. Would using this kit work to make it easier for me to take my subs in and out?
awesome, ive just about got everything I need to get started with my build and this is something that I've considered doing... kudos Mark
Nice! Let me know how it turns out for you, thanks for your support on Patreon Corey!
Oh boy, what is Doug gonna say now? Keep up the great channel
Ordered some on the spot. Thanks Mark.
am fitting a sub to my car and want to make a quick release system. These are perfect and I found them on ebay here in the UK. Thanks very much !!
Good Find! I HATE spade connectors..always streching out and coming apart.
Good find! I will put these to good use
Neat product! I will be using these
Very clear instructions. Thank you very much!
These are cool. They remind me of a miniature version of a battery quick disconnect on a fork truck.
I came across this connector when messing with e bike stuff and had always thought they would make for a decent audio connection being low resistance, easily solderable and low mass. I'm currently designing 2 class d power amps to use these connectors for both power input and speaker outputs.
More specifically I'm using the xt60 E-F variety that mounts to in my case an abs project box. Time will tell if they were a better decision than the cheap brass banana plug binding posts that seem ubiquitous on cheaper audio gear.
I bought these on your recommendation. :)
bought my xt60s today. will try then this weekend!'
Great product!
I've used Molex in the past but these look great also!
Molex are nice too, but you need the tool to crimp everything correctly and the pins don't seem to be as flexible on the wire sizes that you can use. Still a great solution for the same problem but IMO these connectors are a little more versatile.
I tried xt30 connectors with 16 guage speaker wire. They may be just a tiny touch to small. But it still works very well. I haven't used xt60. It would definitely accept 16 guage a lot better, but then possibly harder to feed through small gaps as they are quite larger
I've used dean plugs for years on jeeps when owner wants to take off doors they work great
I always used the male/female bullet connectors but these look a LOT better than the single bullet connectors
Hech yeah mark i didnt even know these existed, oh and nice roach clip you used to hold the connector that was an awesome touch i didnt expect it.
XT60 RC battery plugs I have a bunch for RC RSCs and my LiPo batteries
Great video and great product!
Thanks Dave! I enjoyed talking about these with you!
Came across this while searching your channel for connectors... Any chance you can do a video on running wires to the doors on newer cars that use the stupid molex connectors they use for the doors nowadays? :) I miss the old days with just a boot...
FOUND IT!!!! ... Thanks Mark!!!
I usually crimp and then solder them but I typically use marine heat-shrink because the adhesive lining makes them more secure
Thanks for the link to the connectors , around were I live there about $2.80 cents.
I like the Anderson power plugs too , but i'm not sure if they come in a smaller size then sb50.
I like how you use nice connectors as where that Doug guy use duct tape and explosions , ha ha
got any videos about hooking up bullet tweeters with inline crossovers?
Damn I was just looking for something like this for my subwoofer I used quick disconnects but this is better
just ordered 10 for 8.99!!! Thanks for the link buddy.
Nice! Enjoy them! Let me know what you think! I put some links to some other stuff from this video in the description as well.
CarAudioFabrication do you sell speaker boxs like ship them out the state??
I hate those quick disconnect crimp connectors. This is awesome!!
Would you recommend speakon cables for quick disconnects
Id like a quick release connecting plug for a sub with amp inside it. It has a remote wire aswell.
Those would be great for a vehicle that demos a lot of different products. However, for a shop that installs many cars with more or less permanent systems, the convenience doesn't justify the price imho. Your average consumer isn't going to be playing with the standard connectors enough for them to weaken and cause issues. Personally id use them for a quick disconnect on a subwoofer box.
Thanks for the info! Happy New Year 🥳 do you think the XT90 with pre made connections with 10 gauge wire would be ok to use with a tiny Rockford fosgate 300 watt amp? I’m doing some door builds with the amp in the door card would be nice if I could just pop these out when removing the door card instead of removing the amp wiring. Many thanks
Awesome video mark like always killing it! I like the connectors i hate the spade always having issues and problems with those will buy nd try out the new connections will let you know my feedback thanks
Sounds good! Let me know what you think! what application are you planning on using them for? Tweeters? Door speakers?
received the connectors soldered them and used shrink tube like you did btw also purchased the soldering tool thanks for the tip and i love them easy to install and plug on and of used them on custom door panels with a 3 way setup from focal audio thanks again mark! please more videos and new connectors!!
Hows it goin man? My name is Willis, and I have a issue I hope u can help with.
First off, I love ur show, I watch it everyday, and always look forward to the next episode.
My issue is I am building a custom Power Wheel for my son, its the Escalade EXT (the big two seat). I wanna mold in a single din deck with a Galaxy Tab 2 (7.0) right above it. There is plenty of room where the stock radio was, but dont know how or what would be the best way to go about doin it. Was hoping U could help, or know of a similar how-to video, It would be very appreciated. Thank You Tons in advance 100%.
P.S. Your work is awesome and hope to hear back, thanks!
Pretty good job ,,, thanks.
Thanks for watching!
for sure i will use them on my sistem upgrade...
Really liking your channel. For my subwoofer I need to be able to remove the box for vacations etc. is there an 8 gauge version of these? Would the amp/battery disconnects from the other vid work with speaker wires? Thanks
Xt90 larger
Great info Mark!!!!
Thank you, think you will try these out for a project?
Yes.....but not for car audio, I'm an avid woodworker and tinker. Your ideas and videos are extremely helpful in other fields other than car audio.
But I still love car audio
Wonder if this would work well for a 16 Gauge speaker wire application?
Thank you.
My amps are mounted in a tight spot and the allen screw terminals are hard to reach. A single connector would be ideal to connect the amps to my speaker wires by preinstalling the quick disconnect on the amp side.
Does anyone know of a 4 pin version of this type of connector? I want this to quick disconnect a pair (4 wires) of speakers. I know I can just use 2 of these but I think it would be more slick to have just 1 connector.
Anderson Powerpole are what i use.
For tweeters xt30s would be fine
Will these connectors hold up to a system with an amp...like a 2000watt system on a harley Davidson?
How many watts are safe to go thru these? I read on the EC3 style connectors are okay up to 60RMS continuous...I'm looking to send 75RMS per channel to my components.
Will these be okay for 75w RMS thru each connector?
Thanks!
Would you use the xt90 or xt60 for 1600 watts midbass?
I went with xt90 cuz bigger Is better lol and I had to wrap the wire around like 6 times I wonder if difference in wire size is causing interference. Also used solder seal heat shrink and it barely fits had to be a better way. My speaker wire is tiny factory stuff.
use these in my rc quad install can handle good power and come in 3 different sizes to suit. power/cable size. good tip is to insert the male female together whilst soldering to support and keep them aligned.
Good idea, have you had any problems personally with them maligning during soldering? I had read that somewhere online as well but I have not had any problem soldering them while disconnected. Can't hurt though I suppose.
CarAudioFabrication I have had a few go out of align but my soldering skills and the quage of wire I was trying to solder, was most likely the cause. But since using male female together whilst soldering no problems.
Are you soldering the other end of the wire to the speaker terminals??
Those are TX60 connectors they are used in Model RC Battery conections and the have a extremely high divinity and re-use connection also they can handle verry night current and temperature and remain in good condition I give these a 9 out of 10 rating for car use not a 10 out of 10 becaus some people are not proficient at soldiering.They are really found on eBay for 10 pairs for 9 but or less plus free shiping
Posi products are the best for most connections needed, well I guess for smaller gauge wires. They just need to put their products in retail stores.
I use antigravityquick battery 8 gauge kit for subwoofer boxes so the box can come out
Anyone know if they make a 4 conductor version of this?
ha i use these on my RC stuff.
Xt60 ftw
where are you located. do ya do subscribers installs?
would this be good for a sub box
If you are attempting to create a defacto standard for car installers for polarized speaker connections, you need to specify the polarity, so that others implement the standard uniformly. Although you do not explicitly state, it appears that the square side is positive and the beveled side is negative.
The pieces are labeled positive and negative...
What do you, or anyone here in the comments, think about 6.5mm bullet connectors for subwoofers? I think it'll work fine but am not completely sure.
Is it save if i use it for subwoofer connector?
can i use a molex computer plug as quick connector?
In my Jeep build, I'm going to utilize a removable sub box for storage reasons when traveling.
Has anyone used this style connector for a 400w to 500w amp to sub connection?
According to their specs these can handle over 60A current, you would be good to go for your application, just keep in mind the largest wire that you can add to these is 12 gauge. As long as the speaker wire length is less than 5' you should be good.
Why not use the the factory tweeter clips?
Those stupid connections always tear the wire out instead of disconnecting... just the video i needed... gonna use it to remove my two 12 inch subs from the back seat of my truck when i need the space for work! Can we crimp instead of solder?
Looked like HAT speakers on the intro...interesting. Not the Legatia SEs either, the less expensive versions.
How do you think these would hold up in 150db? Would they vibrate apart?
As long as they both (socket and plug) vibrate at the same frquency and amlitude, no.
njakts cool. Appreciate it.
Are they like anderson connectors?
I need somthing like this for 8 gauge wire..
Would these connectors work for a 9volt battery with 26 gauge wire to small black light LEDS?
Should yes, they are originally designed for batteries in RC cars
Can I use deans?
we have been using these for years in the rc car hobby...check out dean's for higher current capabilities
michael weiler Funny, I was just thinking of dean's connectors.
Sorry, but Deans aren't for higher current.EC5's for example are way better :)
michael weiler if you had been using these for years, you would know that deans connectors are a lower current connector. that's the reason these were created in the first place.
BASSstarlet yes because solid bars of metal don't hold more current then hollow metal lol
michael weiler the connection area of Deans are smaller than EC5...check for your self.
Can I use deans connectors*?
Can this technique be used for a radio wiring harness?
I don't see why not :)
i use that connecter for my audio..lol
That tweeter could have used a micro Deans or mini XT60 given how small it was.
Sodder! Lmao