{"title":"DMX \u0026 Control Accessories","description":"\u003cp\u003eDMX cable and control accessories for building clean lighting signal runs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"surgefx-pro-dmx-cable-by-the-foot","title":"SurgeFX Pro DMX Cable 3-Pin XLR, 21AWG Shielded (By the Foot)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n\/* ============================================\n   SURGEFX RESPONSIVE TABS\/ACCORDION HYBRID\n   ============================================ *\/\n\n.surgefx-product-info {\n  margin: 24px 0;\n  font-family: inherit;\n}\n\n.surgefx-intro {\n  margin-bottom: 24px;\n  line-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.surgefx-tagline {\n  font-size: 1.15em;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  color: #000000;\n  margin-bottom: 16px;\n  letter-spacing: 0.5px;\n}\n\n.surgefx-product-info h4 {\n  color: #1a1a1a !important;\n  margin: 24px 0 12px 0;\n  font-size: 1.05em;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  padding-bottom: 8px;\n  border-bottom: 2px solid #00d1b2;\n  display: inline-block;\n}\n\n.surgefx-product-info 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are \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNOT\u003c\/span\u003e refundable***\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"surgefx-tagline\"\u003e21AWG Shielded. 3-Pin XLR. Custom-Cut to Your Rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSurgeFX Pro DMX Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e is professional-grade DMX cabling built for stage and event production — cold sparks, fog machines, LED pars, moving heads, uplights, and full DMX show control. Heavy-duty 21AWG tinned copper conductors with spiral copper braided shielding for clean signal and interference rejection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder one of the \u003cstrong\u003epreset lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e (1.5 ft to 100 ft) for the most common production runs, or select \u003cstrong\u003eCustom Cut (By the Foot)\u003c\/strong\u003e and specify the exact length your rig needs. We build it to order — no excess cable, no too-short runs, no compromises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$1.49 per foot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================\n       DESKTOP: HORIZONTAL TABS\n       ============================================ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"surgefx-tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cinput checked id=\"tab1\" name=\"surgefx-tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab2\" name=\"surgefx-tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab3\" name=\"surgefx-tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e \u003cinput id=\"tab4\" name=\"surgefx-tabs\" type=\"radio\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"surgefx-tabs-nav\"\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"tab1\"\u003e📋 Overview\u003c\/label\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab2\"\u003e📐 Specs \u0026amp; Lengths\u003c\/label\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab3\"\u003e❓ FAQ\u003c\/label\u003e \u003clabel for=\"tab4\"\u003e💡 Tips\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"surgefx-tabs-panels\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Panel 1: Overview --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"surgefx-tabs-content content-1\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDMX cable is the nervous system of your effects rig. Every cold spark machine, fog jet, moving head, and LED fixture depends on clean, reliable DMX signal to fire on cue. Cheap cable introduces signal dropouts, flickering, misfires, and random behavior — especially on longer runs or in electrically noisy environments near power cables, dimmers, and RF equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SurgeFX Pro DMX Cable uses \u003cstrong\u003e21AWG tinned copper conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003espiral copper braided shielding\u003c\/strong\u003e — a heavier gauge and better shield than most budget cables. This means lower resistance on long runs, better interference rejection, and a cable that holds up to repeated coiling, uncoiling, and the general abuse of touring and event production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-conductor DMX \/ audio cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWire Gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOFC tinned copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShielding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpiral copper braided shield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-Pin XLR (DMX compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDMX512\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrdering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreset lengths or custom cut by the foot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$1.49 \/ ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWorks With\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny DMX512-compatible equipment with 3-pin XLR input\/output — cold spark machines, fog machines, haze machines, CO₂ jets, LED pars, moving heads, wash lights, uplights, confetti launchers, DMX controllers, and any other 3-pin DMX fixture or effects unit in your rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Panel 2: Specs \u0026 Lengths --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"surgefx-tabs-content content-2\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-Conductor DMX \/ Audio Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWire Gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductor Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOFC (Oxygen-Free Tinned Copper)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShielding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty spiral copper braided shield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-Pin XLR (DMX Compatible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDMX512\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePreset Lengths\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are the most common lengths used in real production setups. Select any preset, or choose Custom Cut for an exact length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.5 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUltra-short jump — tight truss, fixture-to-fixture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort run — adjacent fixtures, rack to first unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard run — most fixture spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid run — totems, stage edge to fixture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong run — across stage, truss-to-truss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFOH runs — controller to stage, across truss span\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge venue \u0026amp; festival runs — FOH to far stage, tent setups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Cut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Need 37 feet? 72 feet? 8 feet? Select Custom Cut (By the Foot) and specify your exact length. We build it to order so your cable run fits your rig — no coiling excess, no stretching short.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1× SurgeFX Pro DMX Cable in your selected length, terminated with 3-pin XLR connectors (male and female ends).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Panel 3: FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"surgefx-tabs-content content-3\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this actual DMX cable or just mic cable with XLR connectors?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003eproper DMX-spec cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — 2-conductor with spiral copper braided shielding, designed for digital DMX512 signal. Standard microphone cable uses different impedance characteristics and can cause signal problems on DMX runs, especially at longer lengths or with many fixtures daisy-chained. For reliable DMX, use DMX cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3-pin or 5-pin?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cable uses \u003cstrong\u003e3-pin XLR\u003c\/strong\u003e connectors, which is the most common DMX connector in event production and effects equipment. Most SurgeFX machines, LED fixtures, fog machines, and cold spark units use 3-pin DMX. If your equipment requires 5-pin DMX, you'll need a 5-pin cable or a 3-to-5-pin adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the maximum recommended DMX run length?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DMX512 standard supports cable runs up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1,000 feet (300 meters)\u003c\/strong\u003e per universe. In practice, 21AWG cable handles typical production runs well within this limit. For runs approaching the maximum, or for runs through electrically noisy environments, consider adding a DMX opto-splitter or signal booster to maintain clean signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I daisy-chain fixtures with this cable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes.\u003c\/strong\u003e DMX is designed to be daisy-chained — DMX out from one fixture connects to DMX in on the next. Use the appropriate cable length between each fixture in the chain. For best results, terminate the last fixture in the chain with a DMX terminator (120Ω resistor across pins 2 and 3).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow does custom cut work?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eCustom Cut (By the Foot)\u003c\/strong\u003e, enter the quantity in feet that you need, and we build the cable to your exact length with XLR connectors on both ends. Custom cables are built to order — allow standard processing time before shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this for audio \/ microphones?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhysically, it will connect — the XLR connectors are the same. However, \u003cstrong\u003eDMX cable and mic cable have different impedance characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e. This cable is optimized for DMX512 digital signal. For audio applications, use audio-grade cable designed for the impedance and capacitance requirements of analog audio signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this work with my SurgeFX effects machines?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes.\u003c\/strong\u003e This cable is compatible with all SurgeFX DMX-controlled equipment, including the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-spark-machines\"\u003eSolaris and Solaris Jet cold spark machines\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-fog-machines\"\u003efog machines\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-haze-machines\"\u003ehaze machines\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-co2-effects\"\u003eCO₂ jets\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-confetti-machines\"\u003econfetti launchers\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-lighting-products\"\u003estage lighting fixtures\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Panel 4: Tips --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"surgefx-tabs-content content-4\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMeasure First, Order Once\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering custom cuts, \u003cstrong\u003emeasure your actual cable runs\u003c\/strong\u003e — controller to first fixture, fixture to fixture, and any runs to FOH or backstage. Add 2–3 feet of slack per run. A cable that's slightly too long coils neatly. A cable that's too short is useless and puts stress on the connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDon't Run DMX Alongside Power\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep DMX cable \u003cstrong\u003ephysically separated from AC power cables\u003c\/strong\u003e whenever possible. Running DMX parallel to power cables — especially near dimmers, motors, or high-current loads — can introduce electromagnetic interference that causes flickering, misfires, or erratic fixture behavior. Cross power cables at 90° angles when you must intersect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUse a DMX Terminator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the last fixture in a daisy-chain, install a \u003cstrong\u003eDMX terminator\u003c\/strong\u003e (120Ω resistor between pins 2 and 3). This prevents signal reflections that can cause random behavior on long chains or in electrically noisy environments. Most problems blamed on \"bad DMX cable\" are actually unterminated chains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLabel Your Cables\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you've dialed in your cable lengths for a rig, \u003cstrong\u003elabel each cable\u003c\/strong\u003e with its length and destination (e.g., \"25ft — FOH to Stage Left Truss\"). This saves time on setup and teardown, and prevents grabbing the wrong cable mid-load-in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCoil Properly\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver-under coiling prevents kinks and extends cable life. Never wrap cables tightly around your elbow — this introduces twists that degrade the conductor and shielding over time. Take the extra 30 seconds to coil properly every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTest Before the Show\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways \u003cstrong\u003etest your full DMX chain\u003c\/strong\u003e before doors open. Send a test signal through every fixture in the chain. A dead cable found during setup is annoying. A dead cable found during a live show is a disaster. Keep a spare 10 ft and 25 ft cable in your kit for emergencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePair With Your SurgeFX Rig\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-spark-machines\"\u003eCold Spark FX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Solaris, Solaris Jet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-fog-machines\"\u003eFog FX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — DMX-controlled fog machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-haze-machines\"\u003eHaze FX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — DMX haze machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-co2-effects\"\u003eCO₂ FX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — DMX CO₂ jets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-confetti-machines\"\u003eConfetti FX\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — DMX confetti launchers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/surgefx-lighting-products\"\u003eStage Lighting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Moving heads, LED pars, wash lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================\n       MOBILE: ACCORDION\n       ============================================ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"surgefx-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e📋 Overview\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDMX cable is the nervous system of your effects rig. Cheap cable introduces signal dropouts, flickering, and misfires. This cable uses \u003cstrong\u003e21AWG tinned copper\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003espiral copper braided shielding\u003c\/strong\u003e — heavier gauge, better interference rejection, and built for repeated touring abuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOFC tinned copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShielding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpiral copper braided\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-Pin XLR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDMX512\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrdering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreset or custom cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$1.49 \/ ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with\u003c\/strong\u003e any 3-pin DMX equipment — cold sparks, fog, haze, CO₂, LED pars, moving heads, controllers, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e📐 Specs \u0026amp; Lengths\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePreset Lengths\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.5 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTight truss, fixture-to-fixture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotems, stage edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcross stage \/ truss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFOH runs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge venue \/ festival\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Cut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specify exact footage. Built to order with XLR connectors on both ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e❓ FAQ\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDMX cable or mic cable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProper DMX-spec cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — different impedance than mic cable. Use DMX cable for DMX.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3-pin or 5-pin?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3-pin XLR\u003c\/strong\u003e — most common in event production. Need 5-pin? Use a 3-to-5 adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMax run length?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDMX512 supports ~1,000 ft per universe. For very long runs, add a signal booster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDaisy-chain?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes.\u003c\/strong\u003e DMX out → DMX in on the next fixture. Terminate the last fixture with a 120Ω terminator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWorks with SurgeFX machines?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with all SurgeFX DMX equipment — cold sparks, fog, haze, CO₂, confetti, and lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e💡 Tips\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasure first\u003c\/strong\u003e — Add 2–3 ft of slack per run. Too short is useless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeparate from power\u003c\/strong\u003e — Don't run DMX parallel to AC power cables. Cross at 90°.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTerminate the chain\u003c\/strong\u003e — 120Ω terminator on the last fixture prevents signal issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel cables\u003c\/strong\u003e — Length + destination saves time on load-in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoil properly\u003c\/strong\u003e — Over-under coiling prevents kinks and extends cable life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTest before doors\u003c\/strong\u003e — Keep a spare 10 ft and 25 ft cable in your kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold spark rules vary by location, venue, and event type. Check local\/state requirements, venue or fire marshal rules, and whether a licensed pyrotechnician or qualified operator is required before use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"surgefx-footer\"\u003eSurgeFX Pro DMX Cable — 3-Pin XLR, 21AWG Shielded, Custom Cut to Order. $1.49\/ft.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SurgeFX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51056731914538,"sku":"SFX-CBL-001","price":1.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/1516\/4970\/files\/surgefx-pro-dmx-cable-3-pin-xlr-main-product-image.webp?v=1781288535"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/1516\/4970\/collections\/surgefx-lighting-dmx-control-accessories-collection.webp?v=1784821095","url":"https:\/\/surgefx.com\/collections\/lighting-dmx-control-accessories.oembed","provider":"SurgeFX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}