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Clear-jacket 17 ft 4-channel RCA cable with twisted copper pairs and nickel plugs

RAPTOR

RAPTOR R5R174 4-Channel RCA Interconnect Cable 17ft

SKU CH-JS71-SE901 MPN R5R174

Four-channel RCA interconnect cable with dual-twist shielding, compact nickel tips and a 17 ft length for amplifier connections

  • Product typeInterconnect Cables
  • Compatible withUniversal
  • Four channels carry front and rear signals in one 17 ft run
  • Dual twist shielding rejects noise for cleaner audio
  • Compact nickel tips fit tight head-unit spaces
  • Flexible clear jacket routes easily around trim panels
  • Copper conductors deliver reliable signal to amplifiers

Four-Channel RCA Interconnect

The Raptor R5R174 is a 17-foot, four-channel RCA cable designed to link a car radio to external amplifiers. It uses a dual-twist shielded construction with a clear jacket showing copper wiring and molded nickel tips. The universal compatibility suits installers adding aftermarket amplification to factory or replacement head units.

Installation and Common Issues

The compact tip design helps the plugs fit tight recessed RCA sockets often found on modern amplifiers. Flexible construction allows the cable to follow curved firewall passages and door-sill channels without kinking. The main risk is routing the 17-foot length near noisy power wires, which can induce hum despite the dual-twist shielding.

Sustained-Load Behaviour

Under continuous high-level audio signals the nickel-plated tips maintain low contact resistance, preventing thermal drift that can degrade signal integrity. The dual-twist geometry rejects alternator whine and ignition noise consistently over long listening sessions. The clear jacket lets installers inspect the copper conductors for corrosion or stress fractures after months of vibration exposure.

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Price $19.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameRaptor
Model nameR5R174
Product typeInterconnect Cables
Compatibility
Compatible withUniversal

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the RAPTOR R5R174 cable is working correctly after connecting my radio to the amplifier?

Play audio through all four channels and listen for clean, noise-free sound from each connected speaker; the dual-twist shielding and nickel-plated tips should deliver a stable signal with no hum or static across the 17 ft run.

What comes with the R5R174 and do I need any extra adapters for a standard car audio install?

The box contains one 17 ft 4-channel RCA interconnect cable with molded nickel tips and a clear jacket; no additional adapters are required for typical radio-to-amplifier connections.

Which version of the RAPTOR PRO SERIES 4-channel RCA cable should I choose for my install?

The R5R174 is the 17 ft model; select this length when your amplifier mounting location sits roughly that distance from the head unit so the flexible, dual-twist cable reaches without excess slack or tension.

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