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AudioTechnology 15_f_102_25_10_kap_flexunits_woofer

Best box: 176.2 L bass reflex tuned to 28.2 Hz · F3 30.9 Hz

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⚠️ Engineering Notice for Builders

  • Large enclosure volume (176.2 L) requires extensive internal matrix bracing to prevent panel resonance.

Recommended Bass Reflex (Vented)

PORT BUILDABLE
Net Box Volume (Vb) 176.2 Liters
Tuning Frequency (Fb) 28.2 Hz
F3 (-3 dB Cutoff) 30.9 Hz
F6 / F10 Extension 26.6 Hz / 22.8 Hz
Port Inner Diameter Ø 10.0 cm
Port Physical Length 9.7 cm
First Pipe Resonance 1782.0 Hz
Estimated MOL @ F3 116.1 dB SPL
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Recommended Sealed (Acoustic Suspension)

MAX TRANSIENT DAMPING
Net Box Volume (Vb) 82.9 Liters
System Q (Qtc) 0.707 (Butterworth)
System Resonance (Fc) 51.0 Hz
F3 (-3 dB Cutoff) 53.1 Hz
F6 / F10 Extension 40.2 Hz / 30.5 Hz
Air Spring Linearity High (Zero port compression)
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Thiele/Small Parameters

Resonance (Fs) 22.0 Hz
Total Q (Qts) 0.29
Electrical Q (Qes) 0.303
Mechanical Q (Qms) 6.93
Equivalent Volume (Vas) 410.0 Liters
Diaphragm Area (Sd) 835.0 cm²
DC Resistance (Re) 6.0 Ω
Efficiency Bandwidth Product (EBP) 72.7
Linear Excursion (Xmax) 8.6 mm
Thermal Power (Pe) 400.0 W
Nominal Diameter 15.0"
Catalog Source Load Forge catalog (manufacturer datasheets and retailer listings)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recommended ported (bass reflex) box volume for AudioTechnology 15_f_102_25_10_kap_flexunits_woofer?

Load Forge's calculated alignment puts AudioTechnology 15_f_102_25_10_kap_flexunits_woofer in a 176.2 liter vented enclosure tuned to 28.2 Hz, reaching an F3 cutoff of approximately 30.9 Hz.

Can AudioTechnology 15_f_102_25_10_kap_flexunits_woofer be used in a sealed box?

Yes. In a sealed (acoustic suspension) enclosure of 82.9 liters with a Qtc of 0.707 (Butterworth), the system exhibits an F3 of 53.1 Hz.

What port dimensions should be used for AudioTechnology 15_f_102_25_10_kap_flexunits_woofer to avoid port chuffing?

Sized from cone displacement (Sd × Xmax), a minimum port diameter of 10.0 cm with a length of 9.7 cm is suggested; check the port air velocity at your drive level in the Load Forge Studio.

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