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SMS-FLAT Compact Dipole Sound Masking Speaker

The SMS-FLAT packs two drivers in a dipole configuration into a slim body, delivering strong masking where standard speakers won't fit, such as shallow plenums, radiant ceiling panels, or raised access floors. Available in white or black to suit exposed designs.

  • Dipole twin-driver design for strong output in a slim profile
  • Fits shallow plenums, radiant ceilings, and raised access floors
  • Slides onto a bracket for quick fastening to the structure
  • Painted steel enclosure, available in white or black
  • Runs on 25 V lines with screw-terminal wiring
  • UL 2043 plenum-rated
Specifications
Power10 W
Line voltage25 V
Sensitivity85 dB
Enclosure materialPainted steel
Frequency response100 Hz to 10 kHz
ConnectorsScrew terminal
Driver2.5 × 10 cm (1" × 4") full range, dipole
ColorBlack (RAL 9011) or White (RAL 9016)
CertificationUL 2043, UL 62368
MountingDedicated mounting plate
SMS-FLAT installation diagram
Weight1.13 kg (2.5 lb)
Shipping weight1.21 kg (2.7 lb)
Dimensions19 × 13.5 × 5 cm (7½ × 5-5/16 × 2")
Box dimensions29.5 × 23 × 9.5 cm (11⅝ × 9 × 3¾")

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