18" Neodymium PA Subwoofer Driver - PD PD18NW - 2000W
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CCA2055 )
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Key Features
- 4" Copper Voice Coil delivers precise response and durability.
- Neodymium Magnet design reduces weight without losing strength.
- Silicone-Enhanced Double Spider offers stability and accurate sound.
- Die-Cast Aluminium Basket minimises unwanted magnetic interference.
- Glass-Fibre Cone ensures consistent audio performance.
High-Quality Bass Drivers for Professional Audio Systems
The PD18NW 18" Neodymium PA Subwoofer Driver is specifically designed for high-demand audio environments, blending exceptional durability with impressive sound delivery. Ideal as replacement speaker drivers or for new audio builds, these units offer reliable handling of up to 2000W maximum power, complementing a wide range of audio setups.
Detailed Features Explained
4" Inside-Outside Copper Voice Coil
This voice coil is expertly engineered with high-grade copper for greater heat dispersal and signal accuracy. Its inside-outside winding approach provides consistent power handling and responsive bass reproduction. Audio professionals benefit from clear, distortion-free performance even at higher sound levels, giving a significant edge over standard coils which may overheat or lose clarity.
Neodymium Magnet Construction
The use of a neodymium magnet significantly lowers the driver's weight compared to traditional magnet materials—without compromise on sound clarity or efficiency. This practical design enables easier installation, transport, and handling, particularly advantageous for frequently moved systems or touring audio professionals.
Double Spider with Silicone-Based Dampening
A silicone-enriched double spider ensures stable cone movement and reduces distortion. By maintaining uniform motion even at extended excursion, it significantly improves bass accuracy and consistency. This feature addresses common problems such as cone instability and noise distortion, differentiating this driver from basic, single-spider alternatives.
Die-Cast Aluminium Basket
The aluminium basket is structurally solid and helps to prevent magnetic interference issues common to metal speaker frames. This translates into clearer audio output and enhances the general purity of sound reproduction. Users encounter less interference in complex sound setups, a noticeable improvement over other basket constructions.
Glass-Fibre Cone
The PD18NW features a reliable and resilient cone made from glass-fibre reinforced material.
Recommended Uses and Audience
The PD18NW serves as an ideal solution for professional sound engineers, event companies, and acoustic system builders seeking premium-quality replacement speaker drivers. Perfectly suitable for most subwoofer cabinets, it performs notably well in both bass-reflex and band-pass cabinet designs. Whether employed for large venues, festivals, nightclubs, concert stages, or installation projects, this subwoofer consistently meets demanding audio needs with ease.
Most audio specialists dealing with regularly transported PA systems will appreciate the lightweight design afforded by neodymium magnets. Additionally, sound installations in challenging environments such as open-air concerts or semi-outdoor events will benefit from the waterproof cone's reliability.
Technical Overview and Final Thoughts
The PD18NW 18" Neodymium PA Subwoofer Driver offers professional reliability combined with intelligent design. It has a solid RMS rating of 1000W and an impressive 2000W peak handling, impedance of 8 Ohms, and a sensitivity rating of 98dB SPL (1W/1m), making it suitable for high-impact applications from 41Hz through to 2000Hz.
Practical dimensions facilitate its integration into various standard and specialised setups, with a mounting diameter of 424mm and depth of 196mm. Weighing under 10 kg, it simplifies transport logistics. Anyone searching for high-quality, dependable bass drivers will find the PD18NW delivers on performance expectations, reliability, and practicality, well-suited to professional audio demands.
- 4"(100mm) inside-outside copper voice coil
- Neodymium Magnet
- Double spider construction with silicone-based dampening
- Aluminium basket reduces magnetic interference
- Glass-fibre reinforced paper cone
- Nominal Impedance Of 8 Ohms
- Radial cone shape
- Suitable for the most subwoofer cabinets
- Output Power Max: 2000W
- Output Power: RMS: 1000W
- Diameter woofer: 18"
- Voice coil: 4"
- Frequency response: 41Hz - 2000Hz
- SPL 1W/1m: 98dB
- Impedance: 8 Ohms
- Mounting depth: 196
- Mounting diameter: 424
- Weight (kg): 9.95
- MPN: 902.375