Key Features
- 9-Inch Remote Receiver Extension
Overview
This is the cable that runs between the main receiver and the remote (satellite) receiver. This cable has a female connector on both ends. If you wish to lengthen your remote receiver cable please see the other cables of various lengths or look into the extensions with quick disconnects (SPMAJST3 & SPMAJST6). You can utilize a standard servo extension between the two ends of the extension with quick disconnect.
NOTE: Do not exceed 36 inches in total extension length.
- Product Type: Remote Receiver Extension Cable
- Model Number: P-SPM9011
- Manufacturer: Spektrum
- Extension Length: 9 inches
- Connector Type: Female on both ends
- Purpose: Connects main receiver to remote (satellite) receiver
- Compatible with: Spektrum receiver systems with matching connectors
- Standard Servo Extension Compatible: Yes
- Maximum Total Extension Length: 36 inches (when combining multiple cables and extensions)
- Radio System: Spektrum Spread Spectrum Technology
Overview
The SPM Remote Receiver Extension 9-inch (P-SPM9011) is an essential cable accessory for RC enthusiasts in the UK who are expanding their Spektrum remote receiver systems. This 9-inch extension cable is specifically designed to run between your main receiver and remote (satellite) receiver, providing the crucial connection that allows seamless communication between these two critical components. Whether you operate RC cars in the UK, fly RC aircraft, or use any Spektrum-based remote system, having reliable extension cables on hand ensures you can position your receivers exactly where you need them for optimal signal strength and system performance.
This extension cable features female connectors on both ends, making it incredibly versatile for integration into your existing RC setup. For those seeking to build custom receiver configurations or requiring longer cable runs within their RC vehicle or aircraft, the SPM Remote Receiver Extension 9-inch offers a straightforward solution that maintains the integrity of your Spektrum spread spectrum technology. The 9-inch length provides a practical middle ground for most RC applications, whether you're working with a high-speed brushless RC car, a scale crawler, or an RC aircraft where receiver placement is critical for weight distribution and signal quality.
RC hobbyists across the UK trust Spektrum components because they represent the pinnacle of spread spectrum technology reliability. If you're upgrading your remote receiver system, troubleshooting receiver placement issues, or building a new RC setup from scratch, this extension cable is an indispensable addition to your spares box. It's the kind of quality accessory that separates a properly engineered RC system from a hastily assembled one.
Key Features
- 9-Inch Length — This extension cable provides 9 inches of separation between your main receiver and satellite receiver, offering flexibility in receiver placement without requiring excessively long cable runs that could introduce signal degradation in your RC system.
- Female Connectors on Both Ends — The cable features female connectors at both ends, making it compatible with standard Spektrum receiver connectors and allowing you to chain extensions together if needed for longer total distances between receiver components.
- Designed for Satellite Receiver Extension — This cable is purpose-built to connect your main receiver to your remote (satellite) receiver, ensuring reliable communication between these critical components in your Spektrum spread spectrum system.
- Compatible with Standard Servo Extensions — You can utilise a standard servo extension cable between the two ends of this extension with quick disconnect, providing additional flexibility for custom installations and allowing you to adapt the cable length to your specific RC application.
- Maximum Total Extension Length Support — The cable design allows for safe operation up to a total extension length of 36 inches when combining multiple cables and extensions, giving you substantial flexibility in receiver placement whilst maintaining signal integrity.
Technical Performance
The SPM Remote Receiver Extension 9-inch is engineered to maintain the reliability and signal quality that Spektrum is famous for in spread spectrum RC technology. At 9 inches, this extension cable provides an optimal length for most RC applications without introducing unnecessary cable bulk or potential signal loss. The female connectors on both ends are precisely manufactured to Spektrum specifications, ensuring tight, reliable connections that won't create intermittent signal dropouts—a critical concern when operating RC vehicles at high speed or when flying RC aircraft where signal integrity is paramount. The cable construction is designed to withstand the vibrations and stresses inherent in RC operation, whether you're bashing a brushless RC monster truck, running a precision rock crawler, or flying an RC aircraft where every component must perform reliably. If you're building a complex receiver setup or need to separate your main and satellite receivers for optimal antenna placement, this cable ensures your Spektrum spread spectrum system maintains its legendary reliability. The ability to use standard servo extensions between the two ends provides additional customisation options, allowing experienced RC builders to fine-tune their receiver configurations for specific vehicles or flying applications. However, it's important to remember that total extension length should not exceed 36 inches, which is the maximum safe distance for maintaining proper signal strength across your system.
What's in the Box
- SPM Remote Receiver Extension 9-inch cable with female connectors on both ends
What You Need to Complete
- Main Spektrum receiver with matching connector type
- Remote (satellite) Spektrum receiver with matching connector type
- RC vehicle or aircraft with Spektrum radio system
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the SPM Remote Receiver Extension 9-inch used for in an RC car or aircraft system? — This cable connects your main Spektrum receiver to your remote (satellite) receiver, allowing you to position these critical components separately within your RC vehicle or aircraft. This is particularly useful in RC cars and crawlers where you need the main receiver in one location for optimal antenna placement and the satellite receiver mounted elsewhere for weight distribution, or in RC aircraft where receiver placement affects the centre of gravity.
- Can I use this extension cable with any Spektrum receiver system? — Yes, the SPM Remote Receiver Extension 9-inch is compatible with Spektrum receiver systems that use the matching connector type. The female connectors on both ends work with standard Spektrum receiver connectors, making it suitable for a wide range of RC applications including brushless RC cars, crawlers, trucks, and aircraft.
- What is the maximum total extension length I can safely use? — The total extension length using this cable and any additional extensions should not exceed 36 inches. This maximum ensures that signal strength remains optimal between your main and satellite receivers, preventing potential communication issues that could occur with excessively long cable runs in your RC system.
- Can I chain multiple extension cables together for longer distances? — Yes, you can combine multiple extension cables and use standard servo extensions between them to create longer runs, provided the total length does not exceed 36 inches. This flexibility allows RC builders to customise their receiver placement for almost any application, from high-speed brushless RC vehicles to precision scale RC aircraft.
- Is this cable suitable for beginners working with Spektrum RC systems? — This extension cable is suitable for any RC enthusiast using Spektrum receivers, from complete beginners learning to set up their first Spektrum system to experienced competitors fine-tuning their receiver configurations. The straightforward design requires no special installation knowledge—simply connect it between your main and satellite receivers with the female connectors.
- What is the difference between this 9-inch extension and other cable lengths? — Spektrum offers extension cables in various lengths to suit different RC applications. The 9-inch length provides a practical middle ground for most setups—longer than shorter extensions for greater receiver separation, but shorter than full-length cables that might introduce unnecessary bulk or potential signal degradation in your RC system.
Why Buy from RC Model Shop?
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