Neutrik XLR connectors are said to be easy to assemble and to use and are the most reliable in this sector with a wide variety of contact layouts. The XX & DLX series feature a new female cage type contact on the 3 pole versions this increases conductivity with the male connector plus a more robust latch on the female cable connector which guaranties ground to the chassis.
Specialist versions of the XLR like the EMC series which is a 3-pole female or male cable connector with an integrated capacitive shield to shell connection to avoid RF interference and LF noise. A 360⁰ shield contact on the female connector ensures perfect shielding and chassis contact.
The latest addition to Neutrik XLR series is the 10 Pole XLR which has 8 low and two high current contacts for PoE which meets CAT 5e performance for data and power to 16A at 50V ac which exceeds PoE+ capability. The connector is more rugged than RJ45 types and its metal housing offers superior RF protection and EMI shielding.