This M6 rack bolt kit provides a complete mounting solution for installing equipment into flight cases and rack enclosures. The kit includes twenty of each black M6 bolts, cage nuts and plastic washers, allowing secure installation of amplifiers, processors, wireless systems and other rack mounted equipment. Designed for professional audio, lighting and AV installations, the components offer reliable fastening while the plastic washers help protect front panels from scratches and damage during installation. Suitable for touring racks, studio equipment racks and permanent AV installations, this pack of 20 ensures installers and technicians have the essential hardware required for safe and professional equipment mounting.

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The Martin Audio RACKKITC is an amplifier rear support rack kit designed for use with Martin Audio iKON and VIA amplifiers installed in 19" racks. It provides additional rear support for rack-mounted amplifiers, making it particularly useful in touring racks, mobile amplifier systems and installations where the rear of the rack has limited support. The bracket design allows the amplifier to be removed from the front of the rack without needing rear access, helping make servicing and system changes more practical. An optional rear fixing also allows the bracket to be secured to the rack, helping prevent the amplifier from being removed where a more secure installation is required. Supplied with amplifier brackets, rack brackets, nylon bushes, fixing hardware, Allen key and fitting instructions, the RACKKITC provides the required parts for supporting compatible Martin Audio amplifiers in professional rack systems. Its 0.4kg weight keeps the accessory lightweight while adding useful structural support for demanding rack environments.

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These Single Surface Back Boxes are practical white 1 gang surface mount boxes designed for use with a wide range of electrical, AV, data and low-voltage faceplates. Available in both 25mm and 47mm depths, these back boxes provide a straightforward solution for installations where a faceplate needs to be mounted onto the surface of a wall, panel, cabinet or other suitable fixing point, rather than recessed into the wall. These conform to BS EN60670-1, giving installers confidence that they are using a wiring accessory designed to meet the relevant standard for boxes and enclosures for electrical accessories. AVSL lists these as 1 gang white surface mount back boxes for a variety of electrical face plates, with both 25mm and 47mm depth versions available within the same product family.  The 25mm depth option is best suited to simpler faceplates where rear cabling and connectors do not require significant clearance. It can work well for many low-profile wallplates or accessories where a compact surface-mounted finish is preferred. The 47mm depth option is better suited where extra space is needed behind the faceplate, such as when using deeper modules, thicker cables, rear tails, soldered connections or AV connectors that require a larger bend radius. For AV installations, the deeper 47mm version is often the safer choice when dealing with HDMI, VGA, USB, XLR, speaker or multimedia wallplates, as these connections can require more rear clearance than standard electrical accessories. The 25mm version may still be suitable for lower-profile plates, but cable depth and bend space should always be checked before installation. This helps avoid unnecessary pressure on connectors and supports a neater, more reliable final fit. These single surface back boxes are a useful installation accessory for creating clean surface-mounted connection points across a wide range of projects. With 25mm and 47mm versions available, a white 1 gang format, moulded knockouts and BS EN60670-1 conformity, they offer a practical choice for mounting compatible faceplates where recessed installation is not required or not possible.

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The AV:Link HDMI Wallplate with Female Tail is a neat and practical AV connection plate designed to provide a clean HDMI input or output point within a standard UK single gang wallplate format. It is ideal for installations where HDMI cabling needs to be routed through a wall, desk, cabinet, floor box or presentation position while keeping the visible finish tidy and professional. This wallplate is well suited to domestic, commercial and educational AV applications, including meeting rooms, classrooms, offices, reception areas, training rooms, home cinema systems, media walls, wall-mounted displays and projector installations. It provides a simple way to connect HDMI equipment in one location to a display or AV system in another, helping reduce trailing cables and improving the overall appearance of the installation. The front of the plate features a gold plated HDMI socket, providing a clear and accessible connection point for laptops, media players, games consoles, presentation devices, set-top boxes and other HDMI source equipment. At the rear, the wallplate uses a female HDMI tail, allowing the installed HDMI cable to connect directly behind the plate. The rear female tail measures 15mm from the back of the module, which helps with cable connection while still keeping the plate suitable for standard single gang back box installations where enough depth is available. For installers, this type of HDMI wallplate is particularly useful where a permanent cable route needs to be presented as a professional socket. Rather than leaving an HDMI cable hanging from a wall or furniture opening, the wallplate provides a fixed connection point that is easier for users to understand and more appropriate for customer-facing environments. This is especially valuable in boardrooms, classrooms and shared AV spaces where different users may connect their own devices. The wallplate supports a maximum resolution of 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz, making it suitable for 4K UHD display systems where compatible source equipment, display hardware and cabling are used. It also supports a maximum bandwidth of 18Gbps, which is appropriate for many modern HDMI 2.0 signal paths. This makes it a practical choice for 4K presentation systems, digital signage, display extension and general AV connectivity where a high-resolution HDMI feed is required. In a commercial meeting room, the wallplate can be installed near a conference table, presentation lectern or wall-mounted screen position, allowing users to plug in a laptop without needing to access the display directly. In education environments, it can be fitted beside an interactive display or projector control point to give teachers and presenters a reliable HDMI connection. For home cinema or media room installations, it can provide a clean link between source equipment and a wall-mounted television or projector. Because the plate fits a standard single mains back box, it can be integrated into many common UK installation environments. Correct back box depth, cable bend radius and HDMI lead quality should be considered during installation, particularly where 4K 60Hz video is required. HDMI signals can be sensitive to cable length and cable quality, so using suitable certified HDMI cabling will help maintain stable performance across the full signal path. The product is supplied with fixing screws, allowing it to be installed neatly into a compatible single gang back box. Its standard 86 x 86mm faceplate size provides a familiar appearance alongside other AV, data and electrical accessories, helping the finished installation look coordinated. The listed dimensions are 86 x 86 x 150mm, with a product weight of 52g. For AV installers, electricians and facilities teams looking for a straightforward HDMI connection point, the AV:Link HDMI Wallplate with Female Tail offers a simple, professional and cost-effective solution. With 4K 60Hz support, 18Gbps bandwidth, a gold plated HDMI socket, rear female tail and standard UK single gang format, it is a useful accessory for clean HDMI cable management across commercial, education and residential AV projects.

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The AV:Link Multimedia Wallplate is a practical single gang AV input plate designed to bring multiple presentation and media connections together in one clean, accessible wall-mounted point. Combining 4K HDMI, VGA, USB and 3.5mm audio sockets on one faceplate, it is ideal for meeting rooms, classrooms, training spaces, conference rooms, offices, lecture areas and AV presentation systems where users need a straightforward way to connect their own devices to a display, projector or wider AV system. This wallplate is particularly useful in professional and educational environments where different source devices may be used on a regular basis. Modern laptops and media devices will often use HDMI, while some legacy computers, older laptops and existing AV systems may still require VGA with a separate audio connection. By providing HDMI, VGA and 3.5mm audio on the same plate, this product offers a flexible input point for mixed technology environments, helping reduce the need for loose adaptors, trailing cables or temporary connection leads. The HDMI input supports resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz with a maximum HDMI bandwidth of 18Gbps, making it suitable for high quality 4K UHD video signals where compatible equipment and cabling are used. This makes the wallplate a strong option for modern displays, interactive screens and projector systems where image clarity and video performance are important. The USB connection is USB 3.0, providing an additional convenient connection point for compatible USB devices within the room setup. For installers, the wallplate is designed to simplify the installation process. The product is supplied as a standard 1-gang faceplate with sockets, cables and connectors, helping create a neat and professional connection point without requiring each socket to be individually built from separate modular components. The rear cables and connections are designed to reduce the need for rewiring, which can make the plate easier to integrate into suitable AV wall boxes, floor boxes, lecterns, desks or presentation positions. Fixing screws are also supplied. In a meeting room or boardroom, this multimedia wallplate can provide a convenient user connection point at the front of the room, beside a display, underneath a meeting table or within a presentation wall. Users can connect a laptop or source device quickly, while the installed cabling remains hidden and professionally managed. This helps create a tidier working environment and avoids the common issue of loose HDMI, VGA or audio leads being left visible around the room. In education settings, the wallplate is well suited to classrooms, school halls, lecture rooms and training suites where staff, presenters or visiting users may need to connect different types of devices. The inclusion of both HDMI and VGA is particularly valuable where older equipment remains in use alongside newer laptops and media sources. The 3.5mm audio connection allows analogue audio to be routed separately when using VGA or other compatible audio sources, helping maintain practical compatibility with existing projector and amplifier systems. The single gang format makes the wallplate suitable for installations where a compact connection point is preferred. It can be used as part of a wider AV infrastructure, feeding signals to a display, projector, switcher, scaler, matrix, wall-mounted screen or local AV rack depending on the system design. Its white faceplate finish allows it to blend into many commercial and education interiors, especially where standard white electrical accessories are already used. The product dimensions are listed as 86 x 86 x 290mm, with a weight of 122g. The depth measurement should be considered carefully at specification stage, as suitable back box space and cable management will be important for a clean installation. As with any AV wallplate, the final performance will depend on the quality and length of connected cables, the source device, the display or projector, and the wider signal path. For AV installers, electricians and facilities teams looking for a clean, multi-connection input point, the AV:Link Multimedia Wallplate provides a useful all-in-one solution. With 4K HDMI, VGA, USB 3.0 and 3.5mm audio connectivity, it supports both modern and legacy source devices while helping keep presentation spaces tidy, practical and easier to use.

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The AV:Link Multimedia Wallplate with 8K HDMI and USB 3.0 sockets is a clean and practical AV connection plate designed for modern display, presentation and media installations. Built into a standard single gang wallplate format, it combines a high-performance HDMI connection with a Super-Speed USB 3.0 socket, giving users a tidy and accessible connection point for compatible source devices, displays, interactive screens, computers and AV systems. This wallplate is well suited to commercial, education and residential AV environments where loose cables need to be reduced and connection points need to be presented professionally. Typical applications include meeting rooms, classrooms, training suites, offices, boardrooms, lecture spaces, media walls, digital signage displays, reception areas, home cinema systems and gaming setups. It provides a simple way to bring HDMI and USB connectivity to a convenient wall position while keeping installed cabling hidden and managed. The HDMI connection supports a maximum resolution of 7680 x 4320 at 120Hz with a maximum bandwidth of 48Gbps, making it suitable for high-bandwidth HDMI systems where compatible source devices, displays and cables are used. This makes the wallplate a strong option for installations using current-generation display technology, including 8K screens, high-refresh-rate 4K displays, gaming sources, presentation systems and media equipment. The high bandwidth rating gives installers additional headroom compared with standard 4K-only HDMI wallplates, particularly where future-ready AV infrastructure is required. The USB socket is USB 3.0, making it suitable for systems where a fast USB connection is needed at the user-facing position. In practical terms, this can be useful for interactive displays, conferencing equipment, USB peripherals, computer connectivity and general data connection requirements. For classrooms and meeting rooms, the combination of HDMI and USB on one plate can help simplify the user experience by giving presenters a clear, fixed connection point for both video and USB connectivity. For installers, the wallplate is designed to make fitting straightforward. It is supplied as a standard 1-gang faceplate with sockets, cables and connectors, helping reduce the need to build the connection point from separate modular components. Rear cables and connections are included, which can help simplify installation and reduce rewiring work. Fixing screws are also supplied, allowing the plate to be mounted neatly into a suitable single gang back box or compatible AV mounting location. In meeting room and boardroom environments, this multimedia wallplate can be positioned at a table connection point, presentation wall, floor box, lectern or display location. Users can connect a laptop, media source or compatible AV device without needing to access the back of a screen or pull loose cables from under a desk. This helps create a more professional space and reduces the chance of cables being misplaced, damaged or left untidy after use. In education settings, the wallplate is a practical choice for classrooms, lecture rooms and training spaces where teachers, lecturers or presenters need a reliable HDMI and USB input point. It can support modern interactive display setups, projector systems or AV switching equipment, while giving the room a more permanent and organised connection point. The single gang format is compact enough for many wall, furniture and equipment panel applications. The product dimensions are listed as 85 x 85 x 210mm, with a weight of 85g. As with any HDMI wallplate, installation planning is important. Suitable back box depth, cable bend radius, HDMI cable quality and the overall signal path should all be considered, especially when working with 8K or high-refresh-rate video signals. High-bandwidth HDMI performance depends on compatible equipment throughout the system, so the source, wallplate, installed cable and display must all support the required resolution and bandwidth. For AV installers, electricians and facilities teams looking for a clean user-facing connection point, the AV:Link Multimedia Wallplate with 8K HDMI and USB 3.0 sockets offers a compact and modern solution. With 48Gbps HDMI bandwidth, support for resolutions up to 7680 x 4320 at 120Hz, USB 3.0 connectivity and supplied rear cables, it is a useful accessory for tidy, professional AV installations where high-performance video and USB access are required.

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The AV:Link Multimedia Wallplate with 8K HDMI and USB4 Type-C sockets is a modern single gang AV connection plate designed for clean, high-performance multimedia installations. Combining an 8K HDMI socket with an ultra-fast USB4 Type-C connection, it provides a neat and convenient user-facing input point for meeting rooms, classrooms, offices, training spaces, lecture rooms, media walls, home cinema systems and professional AV presentation areas. This wallplate is ideal where modern devices need to connect to installed AV equipment without leaving loose cables visible around the room. It allows HDMI and USB-C connections to be presented in one tidy faceplate, helping create a more professional installation while keeping the working environment clearer and easier to use. It is suitable for domestic, commercial and educational applications, making it a flexible choice for AV installers, electricians, facilities teams and system integrators. The HDMI socket supports a maximum resolution of 7680 x 4320 at 120Hz, with a maximum HDMI bandwidth of 48Gbps. This makes the wallplate suitable for high-bandwidth HDMI applications where compatible equipment and cabling are used. It is well suited to 8K displays, high-refresh-rate 4K screens, gaming systems, professional presentation equipment, media sources and future-ready AV infrastructure. For installations where display technology may be upgraded over time, using an 8K-capable wallplate can help provide additional system headroom compared with older HDMI connection plates. The USB Type-C connection supports USB4 with data transfer capability up to 40Gbps. USB4 is particularly useful in modern AV and IT environments where users may need fast data transfer, device connectivity or a more current connection standard than conventional USB-A. The USB-C connection is also listed with PD and QC compatibility, which makes the wallplate more relevant for modern devices that support power delivery or quick charge functions through USB-C. This can be valuable in workspaces where laptops, tablets and other portable devices are regularly connected. For meeting rooms and boardrooms, this wallplate can provide a clean connection point at a table position, presentation wall, display location or equipment panel. Users can connect a laptop or media source using HDMI while also having access to USB-C connectivity from the same faceplate. This helps simplify the room experience and reduces the reliance on loose cables, adaptors or temporary leads that can often be misplaced or left untidy. In education environments, the wallplate is suitable for classrooms, lecture rooms and training spaces where teachers, presenters or visiting users need easy access to modern AV connections. It can be used alongside interactive displays, projectors, switching equipment or wall-mounted screens as part of a structured AV system. The single gang format keeps the connection point compact, while still offering two highly useful multimedia connections. For residential installations, the wallplate can be used in media rooms, gaming spaces, home offices or wall-mounted display setups where a clean connection point is needed. It allows cables to be routed discreetly behind walls or furniture, reducing visible cable clutter and improving the finished appearance of the room. This is particularly useful for wall-mounted TVs, media desks or multi-use spaces where equipment may change over time. The wallplate is supplied as a standard 1-gang faceplate with sockets, cables and connectors. Rear cables and connections are included to help simplify installation and reduce the need for rewiring, while fixing screws are also provided. This can make the product faster to install than building a connection point from separate modular components, particularly in commercial or education projects where multiple rooms may require the same connection layout. The product measures 85 x 85 x 210mm and weighs 78g. As with any high-bandwidth HDMI or USB-C installation, the full system performance will depend on the connected source device, display, cable quality, cable length and installation method. When working with 8K, 48Gbps HDMI or USB4 signals, suitable high-quality cabling and adequate back box depth should be considered during specification to maintain reliable performance. For installers looking for a compact, modern and professional AV input plate, the AV:Link Multimedia Wallplate with 8K HDMI and USB4 Type-C sockets provides a strong solution. With 48Gbps HDMI support, 8K resolution capability, USB4 Type-C connectivity, PD/QC compatibility and supplied rear cables, it is well suited to clean AV installations where modern multimedia access is required.

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The AV:Link Multimedia Wallplate with VGA, USB Type-B and 4K HDMI sockets is a practical single gang AV connection plate designed for presentation, education and commercial multimedia installations. It combines HDMI, VGA and USB Type-B connectivity in one tidy wall-mounted point, helping keep working environments cleaner, more organised and easier to use. The product is suitable for domestic, commercial and educational applications, with a standard 1-gang faceplate, rear cables and fixing screws supplied. This wallplate is particularly useful where both modern and legacy AV connections are required. The HDMI socket supports modern digital video sources, while the VGA socket provides compatibility for older laptops, computers and presentation devices that may still be used in schools, offices, community venues and training spaces. The USB Type-B connection is useful for interactive displays, touchscreens, smartboards and other AV equipment that require a USB return connection between the display or projector system and the user’s computer. For meeting rooms and boardrooms, this multimedia wallplate provides a clear and accessible connection point for users presenting from laptops or other devices. Instead of trailing cables being left loose around the room, the HDMI, VGA and USB connections can be presented neatly on the wall, in a lectern, at a display position or near a meeting table. This creates a more professional user experience and reduces the likelihood of cables being misplaced, damaged or left untidy after use. The HDMI connection supports a maximum resolution of 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz with a maximum bandwidth of 18Gbps, making it suitable for 4K UHD presentation systems where compatible source equipment, cabling and displays are used. This makes the wallplate a strong option for modern meeting rooms, classroom displays, training environments and presentation systems that need a reliable high-resolution HDMI input. The VGA input remains valuable in many real-world AV installations. While HDMI is now the standard for most new devices, many education and business environments still have legacy equipment in circulation. Providing a VGA socket alongside HDMI helps support a wider range of users and source devices, reducing the need for loose adaptors or temporary converters. This is particularly relevant in schools, colleges, council buildings, community centres and multi-user presentation spaces. USB Type-B connectivity adds further flexibility, especially in interactive AV systems. In a classroom, lecture room or training suite, USB Type-B is commonly used to connect a computer to an interactive whiteboard, touchscreen or control-enabled display. By including this connection on the same wallplate as HDMI and VGA, the installation becomes easier for users to understand and more practical for day-to-day operation. For installers, the product is designed to make fitting straightforward. It is supplied as a standard 1-gang faceplate with sockets, cables and connectors, and the rear cables and connections help eliminate the need for rewiring. Fixing screws are provided, supporting a clean installation into a suitable back box or AV mounting position. The compact single gang format makes this wallplate suitable for installations where space is limited but multiple connection types are still required. It can be used at the front of a classroom, next to a wall-mounted display, within a presentation lectern, at a meeting room input point or as part of a larger AV wall plate system. The white faceplate finish allows it to sit neatly alongside standard wall accessories in most commercial and education environments. The wallplate measures 86 x 86 x 210mm and weighs 110g. The depth should be considered during installation, particularly where the plate is being fitted into a shallow back box or a restricted wall cavity. As with any HDMI or VGA installation, final performance will depend on cable quality, cable length, source device, display hardware and the wider signal path. For AV installers, electricians, facilities teams and education technology managers, the AV:Link Multimedia Wallplate with 4K HDMI, VGA and USB Type-B sockets provides a clean and flexible connection point for mixed-device presentation systems. With 4K HDMI support, legacy VGA compatibility, USB Type-B connectivity and supplied rear cables, it is a useful solution for tidy, professional AV installations in classrooms, meeting rooms and shared presentation spaces.

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The AV:Link Steel Wallplate with Twin XLR Sockets is a practical installed audio connection plate designed to provide two professional XLR connection points in a clean, wall-mounted format. Built into a standard 1-gang brushed steel faceplate, it is ideal for AV installers, electricians, audio contractors and facilities teams who need a robust and tidy way to connect XLR audio equipment between different locations without relying on loose trailing cables. This wallplate is suitable for domestic, commercial and educational applications, making it a versatile option for a wide range of audio installations. Typical uses include classrooms, school halls, lecture rooms, meeting rooms, conference spaces, churches, performance areas, studios, rehearsal rooms, hospitality venues, community centres and installed PA systems. It can be used wherever microphone or balanced audio connections need to be presented neatly at a wall position, stage area, lectern, AV rack location or equipment point. The twin XLR socket layout gives users two audio connection points on a single faceplate. This can be useful for microphone inputs, line-level audio feeds, installed tie lines, wall-mounted audio access points or connection points between a room and a central AV rack. In education and presentation environments, the plate can provide a simple way to connect wired microphones or audio sources to an amplifier, mixer, DSP or wider sound system. In performance or worship spaces, it can support cleaner stage or room wiring by moving XLR connectivity away from loose floor cables and onto a fixed wallplate. The brushed steel finish provides a more durable and professional appearance than many plastic wallplate alternatives. This makes it well suited to commercial and public-facing spaces where the installation needs to look permanent, tidy and resilient. The standard 1-gang format allows the wallplate to fit a standard single mains back box, helping simplify specification and installation in many UK building environments. Fixing screws are supplied, allowing the plate to be installed neatly into a suitable back box or compatible mounting location. At the rear, the wallplate uses solder terminal connections. This allows installers to terminate suitable audio cabling directly to the plate, creating a secure and permanent connection. Soldered rear termination can be useful in fixed installation work where reliability and a clean internal cable path are important. As with any balanced audio installation, appropriate cable type, correct pin wiring and good termination practice should be followed to maintain signal quality and reduce the risk of hum, interference or connection issues. In a school hall or drama space, this wallplate could be installed at the front of the room to provide microphone inputs back to a mixer or amplifier position. In a meeting room, it could be used as a fixed audio input point for lectern microphones, presentation audio or local source connections. In a church or community venue, it could form part of a simple installed tie-line system between a stage position and control area. For AV racks, it can also be used to create a neat patch point where XLR connections need to be brought onto a wall or cabinet-facing position. The wallplate dimensions are 86 x 86 x 27mm, with a product weight of 82g. These compact dimensions make it suitable for standard single gang applications, although back box depth and cable bend space should still be considered during installation. This is particularly important when using thicker balanced audio cable or when multiple cables are entering the same back box. For AV installers and contractors looking for a straightforward professional audio connection point, the AV:Link Steel Wallplate with Twin XLR Sockets provides a clean and durable solution. With two XLR sockets, solder terminal rear connections, a brushed steel finish and standard 1-gang sizing, it is well suited to permanent audio installations where reliable connectivity and a tidy finish are required.

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The AV:Link Steel Wallplate with XLR Socket is a professional installed audio connection plate designed to provide a clean, permanent XLR socket in a standard wall-mounted format. Built into a brushed steel 1-gang faceplate, it is ideal for AV installers, electricians, audio contractors and facilities teams who need a simple and robust way to present an XLR audio connection at a fixed location. The manufacturer describes it as suitable for domestic, commercial and educational applications, with solder terminal rear connections and fixing screws supplied. This wallplate is particularly useful where XLR audio equipment needs to be connected in a different location without leaving trailing cables across the room. It can be used in classrooms, school halls, lecture rooms, meeting spaces, conference rooms, churches, rehearsal rooms, studios, community venues, hospitality areas and small performance spaces. By moving the connection point onto the wall, the installation becomes tidier, easier to use and more professional in appearance. The single XLR socket is suitable for a wide range of installed audio applications. It may be used as a microphone input, a balanced line-level connection, a tie-line point, a lectern audio input or a fixed connection between a room location and a central AV rack. For presentation and education environments, it offers a practical way to connect a wired microphone, audio source or other compatible XLR device into an amplifier, mixer, DSP or wider sound system. In a school hall, the plate could be installed near a stage, lectern or presentation position to provide a fixed microphone input back to the main sound system. In a meeting room, it could be used as a clean input point for a gooseneck microphone, local audio feed or portable mixer connection. In a church or community venue, it could help reduce loose cabling by creating a defined audio connection point for occasional use, events or speech reinforcement. The brushed steel finish gives the wallplate a strong, professional appearance and makes it suitable for installations where a more durable faceplate is preferred. It offers a cleaner and more permanent finish than leaving loose XLR cables accessible through walls, panels or cabinets. This makes it particularly useful in public-facing or shared-use environments where the system needs to look tidy and withstand regular operation. The wallplate fits a standard single mains back box, making it straightforward to specify for many UK installation environments. It is supplied with fixing screws, allowing it to be mounted neatly into a suitable back box or compatible surface mounting enclosure. When planning the installation, the back box depth and cable bend space should be considered, especially when using thicker balanced audio cable or when the cable route is tight behind the plate. Rear solder terminal connections allow the installer to terminate suitable audio cabling directly to the wallplate. This provides a permanent connection method for fixed installations and helps keep the rear wiring secure when fitted correctly. As with any balanced audio installation, good cable selection, correct pin wiring and clean termination are important to minimise hum, interference and signal loss. The product measures 86 x 86 x 27mm and weighs 64g, making it compact enough for standard single gang audio wallplate applications. The shallow faceplate depth makes it suitable for wall-mounted audio input points, AV rack areas, lecterns, cabinets and presentation spaces where a neat finish is required. For AV installers and contractors looking for a straightforward fixed XLR connection point, the AV:Link Steel Wallplate with XLR Socket provides a durable and professional solution. With its brushed steel finish, standard 1-gang format, solder terminal rear connections and supplied fixings, it is well suited to permanent audio installations where reliable connectivity and a clean installed appearance are required.

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The AV:Link Double Gang Steel Brush Wallplate is a practical cable feed-through solution for AV installations where cables need to pass neatly through a wall, cabinet, display position or equipment area. Designed as a standard double gang wallplate, it provides a clean and professional finish while allowing HDMI, speaker, data, control, power supply or other low-voltage AV cables to pass through the aperture without requiring fixed connector modules. This wallplate is particularly useful for commercial AV installers, electricians, home cinema integrators, display installers and general AV contractors who need a simple way to manage visible cable entry and exit points. It is well suited to wall-mounted TVs, interactive displays, projectors, media players, meeting room screens, digital signage installs, classroom AV systems, hospitality displays and residential media setups. Where cables need to remain accessible or interchangeable, a brush wallplate can often be more flexible than a fully terminated faceplate. The double gang format provides a larger cable opening than a single gang wallplate, making it suitable for installations where multiple cables need to be passed through the same point. The wallplate features a 100 x 50mm aperture, giving enough space for larger AV connectors to be fed through during installation. This is useful when working with pre-terminated cables such as HDMI leads, network cables, control cables or other AV interconnects where cutting and re-terminating the cable is not preferred. Twin brushes are fitted across the aperture to help conceal the cable opening and reduce the visible gap around the cables. This creates a tidier appearance once the installation is complete, helping the wallplate blend into the surrounding wall or equipment area. The white steel finish is suitable for many commercial and residential interiors, particularly where white accessories are already being used across the installation. The brush insert can also be removed to make installation easier. This allows cables and connectors to be passed through the aperture with less restriction before the brush section is repositioned. For installers working on tight timelines or with bulkier cable ends, this can make the fitting process more straightforward and reduce unnecessary strain on the cables during installation.

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The Cloud FPA-1 Facility Port Adapter is a highly versatile integration tool designed to bridge the gap between modern input accessories and legacy or non-compatible audio systems. Where a system lacks a dedicated facility port, the FPA-1 provides a seamless method of introducing Cloud’s range of input plates, enabling enhanced connectivity, flexibility, and user control without the need for full system replacement. Engineered for professional audio installations across hospitality, education, retail, and commercial environments, the FPA-1 unlocks the ability to integrate Bluetooth audio, microphone inputs, and line-level sources directly into existing amplifiers and mixers. This makes it an essential component for both retrofit projects and system upgrades where cost efficiency and minimal disruption are key considerations. Expand Any System with Cloud Facility Plates One of the core advantages of the Cloud FPA-1 is its ability to support a wide range of Cloud facility port accessories, even when the host system does not natively support them. This includes compatibility with input plates such as the LM-2 Line/Mic Input Module and BT-2 Bluetooth Input Plate, allowing integrators to introduce modern connectivity into traditional audio systems. Additionally, the FPA-1 enables the use of stereo input plates including the LE-1, BE-1 and ME-1, connecting directly into any available line input on an amplifier or mixer. This effectively transforms standard systems into flexible, user-friendly audio platforms with localised input control. For example, a venue with an existing installed amplifier can easily add Bluetooth streaming capability by pairing a BT-2 input plate with the FPA-1. This removes the need for external Bluetooth receivers or complex rewiring, streamlining both installation and user experience. Designed for Retrofit and Upgrade Applications The FPA-1 is particularly valuable in retrofit scenarios where upgrading an entire audio system is not commercially viable. Instead of replacing amplifiers or mixers, installers can deploy the FPA-1 to introduce modern input options with minimal system downtime. Typical applications include: Pubs and bars looking to add Bluetooth music playback Restaurants requiring localised audio input for events or private hire Schools upgrading halls or classrooms with microphone and line input capability Retail environments enabling staff to control background music sources Offices and commercial spaces integrating user-friendly audio access points By acting as a universal interface, the FPA-1 extends the lifespan and functionality of existing installations while aligning them with current user expectations.

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