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QTX 6.3mm Mono Jack Plug - Chromed Metal

£149
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Description

The QTX 6.3mm mono jack plug is a solder-assembly connector with a chromed metal body, designed for building custom instrument cables, speaker leads and patch cables. The plug accepts cables up to 6mm in diameter and uses a spring cable protector that grips the outer jacket to reduce strain on the solder joints.

The two-terminal mono configuration makes this plug suitable for unbalanced audio connections between guitars, keyboards, amplifiers, mixers and effect pedals. The 6.3mm jack (also called 1/4-inch) is the standard connector for guitar leads, instrument amplifiers and most professional audio equipment. The chromed metal barrel and tip resist corrosion and wear from repeated plugging and unplugging.

Assembly requires stripping the cable back approximately 15mm, soldering the signal conductor to the tip terminal and the ground to the sleeve terminal, then threading the spring protector over the cable jacket and screwing the barrel onto the connector body. The knurled barrel grip aids tightening without tools. The finished cable handle suits studio builds, live rig maintenance and cable repair where off-the-shelf leads do not provide the exact length or quality needed.

Frequently Asked

What cable diameter does it accept?

The plug accepts cables up to 6mm in outer diameter. This covers most standard instrument cables, speaker cables and unbalanced audio leads used in music and PA applications.

Is this a balanced or unbalanced connector?

This is a mono (unbalanced) plug with two terminals: tip and sleeve. For balanced connections you need a stereo (TRS) plug with three terminals: tip, ring and sleeve.

What tools are needed for assembly?

You will need a soldering iron, solder, wire strippers and a small flat-blade screwdriver or similar tool to strip the cable jacket back. The barrel tightens by hand using the knurled grip.

Can this be used for speaker cables?

Yes, provided the cable gauge and amplifier current rating are compatible. Most guitar amplifier speaker outputs use 6.3mm mono jacks, and this plug is suitable for building speaker leads for those applications.

Shipping & Returns

Free worldwide delivery

Free worldwide delivery on all orders over £99. International orders for third-party brand products may be subject to an additional courier surcharge based on volumetric weight, particularly on larger lighting fixtures — if a surcharge applies, our team will email you with the amount before dispatch and you can proceed or cancel for a full refund. See full delivery terms.

Returns

30-day returns window from delivery. As all our products are electrical or lighting goods, returned items must be inspected and recertified by a qualified electrician before resale — the cost of this inspection (25–40% of the item value) is deducted from your refund. Customers pay return shipping. Made-to-order, special-order and clearance items cannot be returned. See full returns policy.

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    Description

    The QTX 6.3mm mono jack plug is a solder-assembly connector with a chromed metal body, designed for building custom instrument cables, speaker leads and patch cables. The plug accepts cables up to 6mm in diameter and uses a spring cable protector that grips the outer jacket to reduce strain on the solder joints.

    The two-terminal mono configuration makes this plug suitable for unbalanced audio connections between guitars, keyboards, amplifiers, mixers and effect pedals. The 6.3mm jack (also called 1/4-inch) is the standard connector for guitar leads, instrument amplifiers and most professional audio equipment. The chromed metal barrel and tip resist corrosion and wear from repeated plugging and unplugging.

    Assembly requires stripping the cable back approximately 15mm, soldering the signal conductor to the tip terminal and the ground to the sleeve terminal, then threading the spring protector over the cable jacket and screwing the barrel onto the connector body. The knurled barrel grip aids tightening without tools. The finished cable handle suits studio builds, live rig maintenance and cable repair where off-the-shelf leads do not provide the exact length or quality needed.

    Frequently Asked

    What cable diameter does it accept?

    The plug accepts cables up to 6mm in outer diameter. This covers most standard instrument cables, speaker cables and unbalanced audio leads used in music and PA applications.

    Is this a balanced or unbalanced connector?

    This is a mono (unbalanced) plug with two terminals: tip and sleeve. For balanced connections you need a stereo (TRS) plug with three terminals: tip, ring and sleeve.

    What tools are needed for assembly?

    You will need a soldering iron, solder, wire strippers and a small flat-blade screwdriver or similar tool to strip the cable jacket back. The barrel tightens by hand using the knurled grip.

    Can this be used for speaker cables?

    Yes, provided the cable gauge and amplifier current rating are compatible. Most guitar amplifier speaker outputs use 6.3mm mono jacks, and this plug is suitable for building speaker leads for those applications.

    Shipping & Returns

    Free worldwide delivery

    Free worldwide delivery on all orders over £99. International orders for third-party brand products may be subject to an additional courier surcharge based on volumetric weight, particularly on larger lighting fixtures — if a surcharge applies, our team will email you with the amount before dispatch and you can proceed or cancel for a full refund. See full delivery terms.

    Returns

    30-day returns window from delivery. As all our products are electrical or lighting goods, returned items must be inspected and recertified by a qualified electrician before resale — the cost of this inspection (25–40% of the item value) is deducted from your refund. Customers pay return shipping. Made-to-order, special-order and clearance items cannot be returned. See full returns policy.