Neutrik NC5MX1-TOP-14 5-Pin XLR Male Cable Connector, IP65, Black

For outdoor audio and lighting setups, the Neutrik NC5MX1-TOP-14 provides a rugged 5-pin XLR male cable connector with IP65 protection against dust and water. Its diecast zinc housing with black chrome plating and gold contacts ensures reliable signal transmission in demanding environments.

Key specifications

• Connector type: XLR cable connector, male, 5-pin, straight
• Series: TOP (True Outdoor Protection), IP65 rated
• Housing: diecast zinc, black chrome plated
• Contact plating: gold
• Termination: solder
• Cable O.D. range: 5 - 8 mm
• Rated current: 7.5 A per contact
• Rated voltage: < 50 V
• Dielectric strength: 1.5 kVdc
• Insulation resistance: > 10 GΩ
• Contact resistance: < 3 mΩ
• Temperature range: -30 °C to +80 °C
• Mating cycles: > 1000
• Strain relief: chuck type

Why choose it

The TOP series is built for outdoor use, with an IP65 rating that protects against dust and water jets. The metal housing and gold contacts deliver long-term reliability, making it ideal for professional audio, stage lighting, and broadcast applications where failure is not an option.

Ideal use cases

• Outdoor concerts and festivals
• Broadcast and OB vans
• Stage lighting and DMX control
• Industrial audio installations

Good to know

The connector features a chuck-type strain relief for secure cable retention and is rated for over 1000 mating cycles. It accepts cable diameters from 5 to 8 mm.