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Alpair 10 Bass Wide
Audiophile grade authentic low range performance on the larger scale. view
Alpair 10 Full Range
Audiophile grade authentic full-range performance on the larger scale. view
Alpair 12 Driver
A large full range emitter that delives outstanding clarity, detail and musical realism. view
Alpair 5 Gold
Alpair 5 Gold - an advanced mini-driver design view
Alpair 5 Grey
The Alpair 5 Grey - an advanced mini-driver design view
Alpair 6 Rectangular
Classic smooth response small driver with full frequency range delivery. view
Alpair 6 Round
The Alpair 6 Driver, a classic smooth response small driver with full frequency range delivery. view
Alpair 7 Driver
The new Alpair 7 is a rare (possibly unique) driver with an acoustic result that is remarkable for a driver of this size view
CHR-70 (2010 Revision)
The updated CHR-70 driver is now available and offers enhanced performance at an unbeatable price. view
CHR-70 Full Range Driver
Original specifications. view
Tweeter No. 3
Custom built tweeter with performance from 1500Hz ∼ 30kHz and a near–flat response! Free worldwide shipping. view

CSS Drivers

FR125SR Driver
The FR125SR audio driver from CSS. view
SDX7 Woofer
The high performance SDX7 specifications. view

Other Products

15 Watt Resistors
15 Watt Resistors view
30 Watt Resistors
Heavy Duty 30 Watt Non-Inductive Resistors view
Markaudio Binding Posts
Premium grade copper audiophile binding posts. view
Markaudio M-DAC
M-DAC view
Titan Plate Amp / Mars Subwoofer Package
Titan Plate Amp / Mars Subwoofer Package view

Alpair Series Recommended Electrical Connection Method

Important Information

Alpair Series Recommended Electrical Connection Method

The best connection method for the Alpair series drivers is by soldering.
Make sure the tip of the solder gun, electrical wire and Alpair connector are clean, no grease, dust or any other contamination should be present. We recommend using "flux" or a synthetic cleaning product to clean the gun tip, wire and connector prior to applying any solder.
Use a quality solder. Currently, European ROHS regulations ban the use of low temperature lead based solder. High temperature lead-free solder is being phased in. This solder also requires 100% clean contact surfaces to run and fix properly.
Use a solder gun or soldering iron with a power rating of between 40 to 60 watts for reliable results.
Pre-solder the wire and electrical connector for better results.
Run the wire the full length of the visible section of the connector (see image below)
Do not over-heat when applying the wire to the connector. Apply just enough heat to make the solder fluid and immediately remove the solder gun.
Push Fit Connectors
This method can also be used but is not recommended. If used, please make sure the push connector is not too tight, it could break the Alpair 5 connector while being pushed into place. It is better to make the push fit connector an "easy" fit and having cleaned all components, apply a little solder to secure it.
Wire Size and Grade
2mm to 3mm wire diameter, high quality audio grade silver or oxygen free copper is recommended. Other wire can be used but we do not recommend any particular brand as personal taste and choice applies.

Note

DO NOT bend the connectors. They must remain straight.
DO NOT solder the wire on the inside of the connector. This will interfere with the magnet.
DO NOT use very large wire. This is not necessary as the electrical load required for Alpair drivers is small.

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