Extended LF Ferrite Transducer Extended LF Ferrite Transducer
Extended LF Ferrite Transducer Extended LF Ferrite Transducer
Extended LF Ferrite Transducer Extended LF Ferrite Transducer
Description
The 18LW1400 is an extended low frequency loudspeaker which sets an industry standard in 18"
(460 mm) high performance transducers. It has been designed for use as a low bass or sub-
woofer component, in either a reflex, bandpass or horn loaded configuration, in high power
auditorium or arena loudspeaker systems. The transducer provides clean, undistorted low
frequency reproduction at very high sound pressure levels and is able to withstand high power
levels without damage. 18LW1400 design features include a large displacement suspension
system which, in conjunction with a carbon fiber reinforced, straight ribbed cone and the Double
Silicon Spider (DSS), assure an ultra-linear piston action and provide full control across the entire
working range. A 100mm copper voice coil based on Interleaved Sandwich Voice coil (ISV)
technology increases this control, providing high levels of thermal stability and durability. ISV
technology is based on a high strength fiberglas former with half the coil wound on the outside
and half on the inside and bonded together using unique high temperature resin adhesives.
Hence, a balanced linear motor unit, exerting an exceptionally high force factor is achieved. The
low distortion and unmatched sound quality of the 18LW1400 has been significantly improved
by the Double Demodulating Rings (DDR) embedded in the pole piece of the magnetic structure.
These have been designed to dramatically reduce the intermodulation and harmonic distortion
while improving the transient response. Excellent heat dissipation has been achieved from the
special basket design which incorporates air channels between the basket and the magnetic top
plate. In addition, 8 air vents incorporated into the back plate are aligned with the voice coil to
force air into the lower part of the gap. Maximum flux density in the gap is assured by the top
and back plate design, resulting in a high BL factor. 18LW1400 is able to perform properly under
inclement weather conditions. The exclusive cone treatment improves pulp strength and gives
water repellent properties to both sides of the cone. In addition, the special treatment applied
to top and back plates of the magnetic structure is far more resistant to the corrosive effects of
salts and oxidization.
Models
Model Code Information
0221883110 0221883110 8 Ohm
0221843110 0221843110 4 Ohm
18LW1400
Extended LF Ferrite Transducer
General Specifications
Nominal Diameter 460 mm (18 in)
Rated Impedance 8 Ohm
AES Power 1000 W
Program Power 1400 W
Peak Power 7000 W
Sensitivity 98 dB
Frequency Range 28 - 2500 Hz
Power Compression @-10dB 0,8 dB
Power Compression @-3dB 2,1 dB
Power Compression @Full Power 3,0 dB
Max Recomm. Frequency 150 Hz FREQUENCY RESPONSE CURVE OF 18LW1400 MADE ON 180 LIT. ENCLOSURE TUNED 35HZ
Recomm. Enclosure Volume 130 ÷ 350 lt. (4,59 ÷ 12,36 cuft) IN FREE FIELD (4PI) ENVIRONMENT. ENCLOSURE CLOSES THE REAR OF THE DRIVER. THE
Minimum Impedance 6,4 Ohm at 25°C THIN LINE REPRESENTS 45 DEG. OFF AXIS FREQUENCY RESPONSE.
Max Peak To Peak Excursion 50 mm (1,97 in)
Voice Coil Diameter 100 mm (4 in)
Voice Coil Winding Material copper
Suspension Triple roll, Polycotton
Cone Straight Ribbed, carbon fiber reinforced paper