Tornado-KT2
The Tornado-KT2 is a compact point source loudspeaker from K-Array, housing a 2-inch neodymium magnet driver in an aluminium enclosure. It delivers 90-degree coverage in both planes with a peak SPL of 107 dB across a frequency range of 150 Hz to 18 kHz, designed for discreet distributed audio installations in commercial and public spaces indoors and outdoors.
Specifications
- Type: Passive point source loudspeaker
- Transducer: 2-inch neodymium magnet driver
- Frequency response: 150 Hz to 18 kHz (-6 dB, with dedicated preset)
- Max SPL: 107 dB peak (crest factor 4, measured at 1 m)
- Rated power: 18 W
- Coverage: 90 degrees horizontal, 90 degrees vertical
- Nominal impedance: 8 ohm or 32 ohm (selectable)
- Connectors: 4-pin Euroblock (included)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 74 x 74 x 118 mm (bracket not included)
- Weight: 0.6 kg
- Enclosure material: Aluminium
- Colours: Black, White, Custom RAL
- IP rating: IP65
Applications
The Tornado-KT2 is suited to retail stores, museums, hotels, restaurants, and other commercial and public spaces requiring compact, unobtrusive audio coverage. Wall mounting brackets are included for flat-surface installation. The selectable 8-ohm or 32-ohm impedance supports both standard low-impedance and 100V line distributed systems. A ceiling-bracket variant (KT2C) and a 70V high-impedance variant (KT2-HV) are also available within the Tornado family.
Standards and compliance
EN 54-24:2008 compliant for use in voice alarm systems. IP65 rated for complete protection against dust ingress and resistance to low-pressure water jets from any direction, permitting outdoor installation.
Frequently asked questions
Can the Tornado-KT2 be used in a 100V line distributed audio system?
Yes. The 32-ohm impedance setting supports 100V line distributed system configurations. A dedicated 70V variant (KT2-HV) is also available for high-impedance distributed systems.
Is it certified for fire alarm voice evacuation systems?
Yes. The KT2 is compliant with EN 54-24:2008, qualifying it for use in voice alarm and public address systems required to operate under fire conditions. The product user guide specifies the EN 54-24 application requirements.
Does it require a dedicated amplifier preset?
Yes. As a passive loudspeaker it requires a dedicated preset loaded on a K-Array amplifier to operate correctly within its specified frequency range.
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