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Adastra Weatherproof Speakers

Adastra weatherproof speakers bring background music and announcements to gardens, pool areas, outdoor shelters and open public spaces. This page covers 100V line wall speakers such as the BP Series, 2-way FC and FS Series speakers, sound projectors, weatherproof horn speakers including EN54-24 fire rated models, active 12V speakers with built-in amplifiers, a high-power column speaker, and outdoor audio packages that come with an amplifier.

Choosing Adastra Weatherproof Speakers

Check how exposed the position is, then choose the speaker type and how it will be driven.

IP rating and location

Weather protection differs across the range, so match the rating to the site. The 952.102UK horn speaker is IP66, the 952.251UK column speaker is IP55 for sheltered outdoor areas, and BP Series speakers such as the 952.813UK are IP54. FC Series speakers such as the 952.964UK are IP44 and UV protected to ASTM D4329, and FS Series speakers such as the 952.963UK are IP35.

Line voltage and impedance

BP Series speakers such as the 952.812UK and FC Series speakers such as the 952.962UK have a rotary selector switch for 100V line tappings or 8 ohms operation. The 952.625UK BG Series speaker runs on 100V or 16 Ohm. With the 300.141UK package, keep the combined tapped speaker wattage below 90% of the amplifier’s maximum output.

Speaker types

Sound projectors such as the 952.942UK carry music and speech from an adjustable steel mounting bracket. The 952.246UK and 952.247UK horn speakers carry EN54-24 fire rating, with a fire-resistant cable, junction box and thermal fuse, for voice announcements and alerts. The 952.961UK is a 2-way FS Series speaker with an indoor/outdoor equalisation switch for outdoor events, swimming pools and garden areas.

Active speakers and packages

Active speakers have a built-in amplifier. The 952.103UK compact horn runs from a 12Vdc 1.2A supply (not supplied) and suits voice alerts in CCTV and security systems. The Smart Pack Outdoor2 (300.104UK) pairs a compact stereo amplifier with 2 IP44 wall speakers, and the 300.141UK package combines an RM-series 100V mixer-amp with WSP25 sound projectors and 100m of speaker cable.

ModelTypeIP ratingOperation
952.102UKActive horn, 25WIP6612Vdc 2A
952.247UKEN54-24 horn, 30WIP66100V, 70V or 8 Ohm
952.251UKColumn, 60WIP55100V or low impedance
952.625UKBG Series, 5.25"IP54100V or 16 Ohm
952.814UKBP Series, 5.25"IP54100V or 8 Ohms
952.962UKFC Series, 3.5"IP44100V or 8 ohms
952.963UKFS Series, 5.25"IP35100V or 8 ohms

Related categories

Drive these speakers from Adastra amplifiers, see indoor models in Adastra ceiling speakers, browse the Adastra audio range, or compare other makers in outdoor speakers and PA speakers and systems.

Frequently asked questions

Which IP rating suits an outdoor Adastra speaker?

Match the rating to how exposed the position is. The FS Series 952.961UK is IP35 and the FC Series 952.962UK is IP44, for places such as garden areas and outdoor shelters, while the 952.816UK is IP54. The 952.102UK horn is IP66 for reliable operation in all environments.

What does 100V line mean on a speaker?

It means the speaker has a line transformer that is tapped at a chosen power setting, so several speakers can share one 100V amplifier. The 952.251UK column can be tapped at various power settings or used for low impedance operation, and BP Series speakers such as the 952.812UK use a rotary selector switch for 100V line tappings or 8 Ohms operation.

Which speakers suit voice announcements in a fire system?

Use the EN54-24 fire rated horn speakers. The 952.246UK and 952.247UK are IP66, hard-wired with a fire-resistant cable and junction box, and fitted with a ceramic screw terminal block and thermal fuse. The 952.246UK and 952.247UK run on 100V, 70V or 8 Ohm and are designed for voice announcements and alerts in commercial PA installations.

Can I add a speaker to a CCTV system for voice warnings?

Yes, use an active speaker with a built-in amplifier. The 952.103UK compact horn is IP66 and takes power and line-level audio on one hard-wired cable, from a 12Vdc 1.2A supply that is not supplied. The BPA-series 952.824UK is an IP54 active speaker for CCTV or background music that needs a 12Vdc 2A or larger supply.

Is there a ready-made outdoor audio kit?

Yes, the Smart Pack Outdoor2 (300.104UK) pairs a compact stereo amplifier with a USB/SD/FM/BT player and 2 IP44 wall speakers, for shops with outdoor areas, cafes and small public spaces. For larger sites, the 300.141UK and 300.142UK packages combine an RM-series 100V mixer-amp with WSP25 weatherproof sound projectors and 100m of black speaker cable.

Which speakers suit gardens and pool areas?

The 2-way FC and FS Series speakers suit them. FC Series models such as the 952.965UK are IP44 with UV protection to ASTM D4329 for gardens and health club spas, and FS Series models such as the 952.961UK are IP35 for outdoor events, swimming pools and garden areas. The 952.965UK and 952.961UK have an equalisation switch for outdoor listening.

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