Hosa DMX-520 DMX512 Cable – 5-Pin XLR5M to XLR5F | 20 ft. | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Hosa DMX-520 is a professional-grade DMX512 lighting control cable built for years of dependable service — a 20-foot, 5-pin XLR male to XLR female cable with 110-ohm impedance, oxygen-free copper conductors for enhanced signal clarity, and a hi-density OFC braided shield for superior EMI and RFI rejection. XLR connectors with internal strain relief provide rugged reliability through repeated connection and disconnection cycles, and Hosa's limited lifetime warranty backs every cable they make. Whether you're running DMX lighting control for a live stage setup, a studio environment, or a venue installation, the DMX-520 delivers the signal integrity and build quality that Hosa has been known for since 1984.
Product Overview
DMX512 is the standard digital communication protocol used to control stage lighting, LED fixtures, and other lighting equipment — and the quality of the DMX cable connecting the controller to the fixtures directly affects the reliability and integrity of that control signal. Hosa's DMX-520 is built specifically for this application with 110-ohm impedance — the correct impedance specification for DMX512 cabling per the standard — ensuring proper signal transmission without the reflection and data corruption that can occur when generic microphone cables or incorrectly specified XLR cables are used in DMX applications.
Oxygen-free copper conductors are the material choice that gives the DMX-520 its signal clarity advantage over cables built with standard copper conductors — OFC eliminates the oxygen impurities present in standard copper that can cause oxidation and signal degradation over time, maintaining consistent signal transmission quality across the cable's full service life. The hi-density OFC braided shield provides comprehensive protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) — critical in live performance environments where power cables, wireless equipment, and other electronic sources can introduce noise that corrupts DMX control signals and causes unpredictable lighting behavior. Internal strain relief at the XLR connectors absorbs the pulling and bending forces applied to the cable at the connector junction — the point where cables most commonly fail under regular stage use.
The 5-pin XLR configuration is the original DMX512 standard connector format, with pins 4 and 5 present but not wired in this cable — the standard wiring configuration for 5-pin DMX cables used in most professional lighting applications. At 20 feet, the DMX-520 covers a practical mid-range run between a lighting controller and fixtures or between fixtures in a DMX chain. Hosa Technology has been the leading supplier of analog and digital connectivity solutions to the musical instrument and professional audio industries since 1984, headquartered in Buena Park, CA, and their limited lifetime warranty covers every cable and adapter they produce.
Ideal For
- Live performance lighting technicians who need reliable, correctly specified 110-ohm DMX512 cable for stage lighting control runs
- Venue and installation professionals running DMX lighting control between controllers and fixtures or between fixtures in a daisy-chain
- Musicians and bands who control their own stage lighting and need professional-grade DMX cable that won't introduce signal errors or lighting glitches
- Home studio and content creators building basic DMX-controlled lighting setups who want professional cable quality at an accessible price
- Lighting professionals in Idaho Falls looking for dependable Hosa DMX cable backed by a limited lifetime warranty
Key Features
110-Ohm Impedance — Correct DMX512 Specification
The DMX512 standard requires 110-ohm impedance cabling — the DMX-520's correct impedance specification ensures proper signal transmission without the data corruption that occurs when standard microphone cables are incorrectly used in DMX applications.
Oxygen-Free Copper Conductors
OFC conductors eliminate the oxygen impurities in standard copper that cause oxidation and signal degradation over time, maintaining consistent signal clarity across the cable's full service life.
Hi-Density OFC Braided Shield
Comprehensive EMI and RFI shielding protects the DMX control signal from the electromagnetic interference common in live performance environments — power cables, wireless equipment, and other electronic sources.
XLR Connectors with Internal Strain Relief
Internal strain relief at both connectors absorbs pulling and bending forces at the connector junction — the point where cables most commonly fail under repeated stage use.
5-Pin XLR Configuration (Pins 4 and 5 Not Wired)
The original DMX512 standard 5-pin XLR connector format, wired to the standard 3-conductor DMX configuration — compatible with all standard 5-pin DMX equipment.
Hosa Limited Lifetime Warranty
All Hosa cables and adapters are covered by a limited lifetime warranty — confidence in the product backed by one of the industry's most trusted connectivity manufacturers since 1984.
What's Included
- Hosa DMX-520 DMX512 Cable, 5-Pin XLR5M to XLR5F, 20 ft.
- Free standard shipping
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | DMX-520 |
| Cable Type | DMX512 |
| Connectors | XLR5M to XLR5F (5-Pin) |
| Wired Pins | Pins 1, 2, 3 (Pins 4 and 5 Not Wired) |
| Impedance | 110 Ohms |
| Conductors | 2× OFC (Oxygen-Free Copper) |
| Shield | Hi-Density OFC Braided |
| Length | 20 Feet |
| Origin | Made in Taiwan |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime |
| Manufacturer Part # | DMX-520 |
Get Your Hands on This DMX Cable Today
The Hosa DMX-520 DMX512 Cable is available now at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Stop in to pick one up or reach out online to order yours — professionally specified DMX512 cable built to deliver reliable lighting control performance night after night.
