Sonance PS-C43RTLP

Brian Long

Introduction

The Sonance PS-C43RTLP Low Profile In-Ceiling Speaker is designed for tight spaces, fitting beneath HVAC ducts or in 2’x4’ stud bays. Its shallow 3.43" design features a magnetically secured bezel-less grille for easy painting. With a 4" woofer and pivoting 1" tweeter, it delivers exceptional audio performance.

Features, Specifications, and Manuals

Features
  • Class-leading sensitivity & sonic performance
  • Exceptional off-axis response
  • Heavy duty voice coil for longevity and reliability
  • Full-fidelity transformer for uncompromised tonality
  • Consistent voicing across product range
  • Bezel-less design for clean and minimalistic aesthetic
  • Optional black grilles in round or square
  • Magnetic grille retention for fast installation and removal
  • Finger-adjustable selector tap
  • One-step simplified painting process
Specifications
Specification Details
SKU 45181 (White)
HF Driver 1" (25mm) Cloth Dome, Pivoting, Ferrofluid cooled
LF Driver 4" (100mm) Polypropylene Cone, Butyl Rubber Surround
Frequency Response (+/- 10db) 57Hz - 25kHz
Frequency Response (+/- 3db) 75Hz - 20kHz
Power Handling (RMS) 60W program, 30W pink noise
Sensitivity 87dB (2.83V/1m)
Rated Maximum SPL 105dB @ 1 meter (3.3 feet), 110dB peak
Nominal Impedance (Ohms) 8 ohms
Transformer Taps 70 V / 100 V: 30W, 15W and 7.5W 70 V: 3.8W
Dimensions (Diameter x D) 9.13" x 3.43" (231.9mm x 87.12mm)
Cut-Out Dimensions (Diameter) 8.25" (209.55mm)
Knockout One, Side mounted 0.75" (19mm)
Weight 6.00 lbs. (2.72kg)
Grille One Piece Paintable Grille with Magnetic Retention
Input Connector Four pin, Euroblock with loop output connections
Certifications UL 1480; UL 2043; NFPA 90A; NFPA 70
Suspension Points One, on top surface
Maximum SPL (Peak) 110dB peak
Architectural Specifications
The loudspeaker shall be of the two-way type comprising a single flush mount enclosure containing one 4” (100mm) polypropylene cone, butyl rubber surround low frequency transducer and one coaxially mounted 1” (25mm) cloth dome, pivoting, ferrofluid cooled high frequency transducer. It shall utilize a one-piece bezel-less grille design and an optional square grille adapter shall also be available if required. Frequency range shall be 75Hz – 20KHz (-3dB). Total power handling shall be 30 Watts continuous pink noise and 60 Watts program. Sensitivity measured with 2.83 volts input at 1 meter on axis averaged between 75Hz – 20KHz shall be 87dB. The unit shall be supplied with a line matching transformer suitable for 100 volt or 70 volt with a front mounted control allowing user selectable power taps of 30W, 15W, 7.5W and 3.8W (70V) and an 8 Ohm bypass. The back shall be constructed from deep drawn steel. The baffle shall be ported and injection molded using fire rated ABS that meets UL 94V-0. The speaker shall be suitable for use in air handling spaces per UL 2043, NFPA 90 and NFPA 70 S7232 as well as UL 1480, UL Rated signaling speaker. Wire shall be terminated on the rear of the back can with access via the rear or side knock-out. A seismic attachment shall be provided on the rear of the back can to allow additional support when necessary. The system shall include a support backing plate to reinforce the ceiling material and tile support rails which can all be installed from beneath the ceiling tile. External dimensions shall be 9.13” Diameter x 3.43” Depth (232mm x 87mm). The total enclosure shall weigh 3 lbs. (1.36 kg) per unit. It shall share consistent voicing with other form factors and sizes within its product family so as to provide continuity of sonic signature when combined within a project. The loudspeaker shall be the Sonance Professional Series PS-C43RTLP. No other system shall be acceptable unless the above combined performance specifications are equaled or exceeded.
Manuals and Documents