Product Details
XLR Jack, Switchcraft, C Series, Nickel, circular panel-mount, Female connector
  • W-SC-C3F
  • Sold individually

The Switchcraft C3F (female) and C3M (male) are 3-pin C Series XLR panel-mount connectors, trusted by technicians and manufacturers for their exceptional durability and reliability. Built with a rugged metal frame with a nickel finish and a molded thermoplastic insert, their circular design ensures a long lifespan even in the most demanding environments.

The C3F and C3M are designed for panel mounting. The female jack features a robust button latch to prevent accidental disconnection. With silver-plated contacts and a 15 Amp current rating, they provide a secure and reliable connection for professional audio equipment, including microphones, mixers, and amplifiers. The Switchcraft C3F and C3M deliver the clear and consistent signal that audio professionals have relied on for decades.

The C Series features a round housing panel mount which has .140" mounting holes requiring #5-40 screws to mount. Moutnign screws are not included.

Electrical
Contact Resistance 50 milliohm maximum, per pole.
Current Rating 1
Insulation Resistance 1,000 MO, minimum.
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage 1,000 V (rms).
Capacitance 2 pF between pins and 4 pF between pins and shell
Mechanical
Insertion / Withdrawal Forces 7 pound maximum, 5 pound nominal, insertion; 7 pound maximum, 5 pound nominal, withdrawal.
Wire Size #12 wire gauge solid; #14 wire gauge stranded

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Measurements
Product Measurements:
Body Diameter0.94 in.
BrandSwitchcraft
ColorNickel
Contact MaterialCopper Alloy
Contact PlatingSilver
Contact Plating TypeSilver
Contact Resistance0.05 Ohms
Contact Size14 AWG
Coupling Locking StyleButton Latch
Current Rating15 Amps
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage1000 Volts
GenderFemale
Insert Material TypeMolded Thermoplastic
Insulation Resistance1000 MOhms
Item Diameter1.43 in.
Item Length1.45 in.
LockingLocking
Mounting FeatureRound Screw Mount
Mounting Hole Center to Center A1.008 in.
Mounting Hole Center to Center B0.876 in.
Mounting TypePanel
Number of Conductors3
Operating Force7 lbs
Plate Thickness0.09 in.
Product LineQG
REACH CompliantCompliant
RoHS CompliantCompliant
SealedNot Sealed
Standard Connector TypeXLR
Termination StyleSolder Cup
Packaging Information:
Packaging Dimensions1.5 in. x 1.5 in. x 1.5 in.
Weight (Packaging)0.1014 lbs.
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