P.Audio P-18N v3
Best box: 194.1 L bass reflex tuned to 33.5 Hz · F3 34.1 Hz
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⚠️ Engineering Notice for Builders
- Large enclosure volume (194.1 L) requires extensive internal matrix bracing to prevent panel resonance.
Recommended Bass Reflex (Vented)
PORT BUILDABLE| Net Box Volume (Vb) | 194.1 Liters |
| Tuning Frequency (Fb) | 33.5 Hz |
| F3 (-3 dB Cutoff) | 34.1 Hz |
| F6 / F10 Extension | 29.7 Hz / 26.0 Hz |
| Port Inner Diameter | Ø 15.0 cm |
| Port Physical Length | 13.6 cm |
| First Pipe Resonance | 1265.0 Hz |
| Estimated MOL @ F3 | 122.9 dB SPL |
Recommended Sealed (Acoustic Suspension)
MAX TRANSIENT DAMPING| Net Box Volume (Vb) | 84.5 Liters |
| System Q (Qtc) | 0.707 (Butterworth) |
| System Resonance (Fc) | 58.7 Hz |
| F3 (-3 dB Cutoff) | 65.9 Hz |
| F6 / F10 Extension | 49.2 Hz / 36.9 Hz |
| Air Spring Linearity | High (Zero port compression) |
Thiele/Small Parameters
| Resonance (Fs) | 35.0 Hz |
| Total Q (Qts) | 0.4 |
| Electrical Q (Qes) | 0.418 |
| Mechanical Q (Qms) | 9.05 |
| Equivalent Volume (Vas) | 179.5 Liters |
| Diaphragm Area (Sd) | 1219.2 cm² |
| DC Resistance (Re) | 5.2 Ω |
| Efficiency Bandwidth Product (EBP) | 83.6 |
| Linear Excursion (Xmax) | 9.0 mm |
| Thermal Power (Pe) | 1200.0 W |
| Nominal Diameter | 18.0" |
| Catalog Source | Load Forge catalog (manufacturer datasheets and retailer listings) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the recommended ported (bass reflex) box volume for P.Audio P-18N v3?
Load Forge's calculated alignment puts P.Audio P-18N v3 in a 194.1 liter vented enclosure tuned to 33.5 Hz, reaching an F3 cutoff of approximately 34.1 Hz.
Can P.Audio P-18N v3 be used in a sealed box?
Yes. In a sealed (acoustic suspension) enclosure of 84.5 liters with a Qtc of 0.707 (Butterworth), the system exhibits an F3 of 65.9 Hz.
What port dimensions should be used for P.Audio P-18N v3 to avoid port chuffing?
Sized from cone displacement (Sd × Xmax), a minimum port diameter of 15.0 cm with a length of 13.6 cm is suggested; check the port air velocity at your drive level in the Load Forge Studio.
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