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Speaker Systems

MCS - Metal Columnar Speaker Systems

MCS20T / MCS40T / MCS80T
Penton Audio's high-performance MCS Series Columnar Speaker Systems have robust, weather-resistant construction, yet are surprisingly stylish.

Each model uses 3.5" full-range speakers (2, 4 and 8 respectively), crossing over to a horn tweeter. Connection is via a 7" cable. The opposite end offers a low-profile screwdriver tap selector that allows 70.7-volt constant-voltage use. The MCS20T and MCS80T also have 4- ohm secondary outputs, while the MCS40T has an 8-ohm. Weather resistance is provided by coated paper cones, aluminum housings, mesh screens and a cable gland nut.

Finished in white (MCS40T-B in black), they may be mounted using the matching angle bracket provided.
MCS20T / MCS40T / MCS80T
  • Architecturally Pleasing Style Sturdy Weather-Resistant Construction
  • Choose 1, 2 or 3' Length w/Slim 4" by 4" Depth/Width
  • Horizontal or Vertical Mount 70.7-volt Xfrmr Output with 4 or 8-ohm Secondary
MCS20T / MCS40T / MCS80T
SPEAKER SIZE Cone: 3.5" (89 mm)
Horn Tweeter: 3.5" (89 mm) dia.
FREQUENCY RESPONSE MCS20T: 230-20,000 Hz +/- 6 dB
MCS40T(-B): 200-20,000 Hz +/- 6 dB
MCS80T: 180-20,000 Hz +/- 6 dB
POWER HANDLING (WATTS) MCS20T: 28
MCS40T(-B): 56
MCS80T: 125
SPL @ 1W 1M MCS20T: 91 dB
MCS40T(-B): 93 dB
MCS80T: 96 dB
DISPERSION @ 2 KHZ (6 dB DOWN) (HORIZ. BY VERT.) MCS20T: 155 degrees x 70 degrees
MCS40T(-B): 160 degrees x 60 degrees
MCS80T: 170 degrees x 55 degrees
DIRECTIVITY Q FACTOR @ 2 KHZ MCS20T: 5.6
MCS40T(-B): 6.5
MCS80T: 6.0
CONE MATERIAL: Coated Paper with Cloth Surround
TRANSFORMER MAX INSERTION LOSS: 0.8 dB
TRANSFORMER TAP CHANGE: Rotary Switch
PRIMARY 70.7-VOLT XFORMER TAPS MCS20T: 20, 10, 5, 2.5
MCS40T(-B): 40, 20, 10, 5
MCS80T: 80, 40, 20, 10
PRIMARY TRANSFORMER IMPEDANCE: MCS20T: 250, 500, 1K, 2K
MCS40T(-B): 125, 250, 500, 1K
MCS80T: 62.5, 125, 250, 500
SECONDARY TRANSFORMER IMPED: MCS20T: 4 ohms
MCS40T(-B): 8 ohms
MCS80T: 4 ohms
CONNECTION: Via 7-1/2" (16 mm) 3-conductor Wirem(gland nut entry protected); Black wire (common); Red Wire (70.7 volts); Blue Wire (4 or 8 ohms)
SUPPLIED MOUNTING ACCESSORIES: 2 ea 3.25" by 3.25" Angle Brackets; 1 ea 4" Straight Brckt; 6 ea Stainless-Steel Washers ; 1 ea 1" Stainless Steel Bolt; 2 ea 1/2" SS Bolts
HOUSING MATERIAL: Aluminum Extrusion; Aluminum Mesh Grille, Silicone Gaskets (top and bottom) & Zinc Die-Cast (top and bottom)
APPROVALS: CE
FINISH: Baked-on White Enamel Paint (MCS40T-B: Flat Black)
DIMENSIONS H X 3.86 (98) X 3.54 (90) INCH (MM): MCS20T: 14.5 (368)
MCS40T(-B): 24.2 (615)
MCS80T: 38.2 (970)
NET WEIGHT LBS (KGS): MCS20T: 5.82 (2.70)
MCS40T(-B): 8.20 (3.80)
MCS80T: 12.92 (6.00)
MCS20T / MCS40T / MCS80T
Columns blend well with angular architecture. Similar to all well designed columns, the MCS Series controls dispersion over the long axis, reducing feedback and dramatically increasing output levels in the same axis when compared to a single speaker. Vertical dispersion remains unaffected.

The durability, weather-resistance and performance of the stylish MCS units make them an intelligent choice for countless applications. Used in concert with other speaker systems, voice announce and background music, in transportation and educational facilities. They are also used on atriums, factories, churches, show arenas and sports venues. The length of the flat black MCS40T-B and slim design makes it an excellent choice for use with flat LCD projector screens.