Altec N800F
A 2-way passive crossover operating at 800 Hz for 16-ohm speaker systems
Overview
The Altec N800F is a 2-way passive crossover network designed for use with 16-ohm loudspeaker systems. It functions as a dividing network to route frequencies appropriately to high- and low-frequency drivers. This unit was specifically intended for integration with Altec 802, 806, and 807 compression drivers and 416 or 515 woofers, making it a key component in professional and high-fidelity speaker setups of its era.
Specifications
| Crossover frequency | 800 Hz |
| Impedance | 16 ohms |
| Attenuation | 16 dB |
| Crossover type | 2-way |
| Construction | Hand-wired on a phenolic board |
| Components | 16 uF oil-filled capacitor, 2.5 mH inductor |
Design
The Altec N800F is hand-wired on a phenolic board and uses a 16 uF oil-filled capacitor and a 2.5 mH inductor in its design. It was intended for use with specific Altec drivers and woofers, including the 802/806/807 and 416/515 models. The crossover can be modified by adding the Altec 30923 attenuator equalizer circuit, a recommendation attributed to "Zilch," and has been used in modifications of Altec Valencia speakers.
Product Family
The N800F is listed in the "Classic Models Reference" for Altec, identifying it as part of the brand’s historically significant audio components.
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