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Solen is the world leading producer of "high-end" crossover components, namely Perfect Lay Hexagonal Winding Air Cored Inductors, Hepta-Litz Perfect Lay Hexagonal Winding Air Cored Inductors, Metallized Polypropylene Fast Capacitors and Film & Foil Fast Capacitors.

Solen has always believed that research and innovation are the basis for the development of new high quality reference standards for crossover components. The quality and the know-how that we, at Solen put into our products are based on years of thorough research.

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Solen est le leader mondial dans le domaine des composants de séparateurs de fréquences " haut de gamme", nommément les Inducteurs à noyau d'air "Perfect Lay Hexagonal Winding", les Inducteurs à noyaux noyau d'air "Hepta-Litz Perfect Lay Hexagonal Winding", les condensateurs en polypropylène métallisé de type "Fast Capacitors" et les condensateurs film & feuilles de type "Fast Capacitors".

Solen à toujours cru que la recherche et l'innovation sont la base de développement de nouveaux standards de qualités pour les composants de filtre séparateurs. La qualité et le savoir-faire que nous instaurons dans nos produits sont basés sur des années de recherche méticuleuse.

About
About Solen Inc

Solen is the world leading producer of "high-end" crossover components, namely Perfect Lay Hexagonal Winding Air Cored Inductors, Hepta-Litz Perfect Lay Hexagonal Winding Air Cored Inductors, Metallized Polypropylene Fast Capacitors, Film & Foil Fast Capacitors, Metallized Teflon Fast Capacitors and Teflon Film & Tin Foil Fast Capacitors.

Solen has always believed that research and innovation are the basis for the development of new high quality reference standards for crossover components. The quality and the know-how that we, at Solen put into our products are based on years of thorough research.

The Solen historical:

1982- SOLEN REG. is founded for research & development into the general loudspeaker field.
1982- Research & development on inductors
1982- Air Cored Inductors Perfect Lay Hexagonal Winding.
1982- R & D on crossover filter theory.
1982- Crossover networks with point to point wiring and star ground connections ready for bi-wiring.
1983- Company name changes to SOLEN ELECTRONIQUE INC.
1983- R & D on loudspeaker drivers parameters.
1984- R & D on plastic film capacitors.
1984- Chateauroux Metallized Polypropylene Capacitors.
1985- Advanced R & D on crossover filter theory.  Mainly the First Order Solen Split.
1986- Advanced R & D on inductors.
1987- Hepta-Litz Perfect Lay Hexagonal Winding Air Cored Inductors.
1987- Member of Audio Engineering Society.
1987- R & D on lattice phase delay equalizer crossover circuits.
1987- Advanced R & D on plastic film capacitors.
1988- Metallized Polypropylene Fast Capacitors.
1990- R & D on car loudspeaker drivers.
1991- Airborne car loudspeaker drivers.
1992- European Kit Brochure.
1996- Solen Electronique is on the Internet.
1999- Lynk Metal Oxide Resistors.
2001- Advanced R & D on film & foil capacitors.
2002- Film & Foil Fast Capacitors.
2005- Advanced R & D on Teflon film capacitors
2005- Advanced R & D on Teflon film & foil capacitors.
2006- Metallized Teflon Fast Capacitors.
2006- Teflon Film & Tin Foil Capacitors. 

For the record:

As a complement to our non-compromise achievement of quality standards, since 1985, our company was appointed distributor of those famous international manufacturers of loudspeaker driver units; to name a few, ATC, AUDAX, AUDIOTECHNOLOGY, AURASOUND, CSS, ETON, FOSTEX, FOUNTEK, HEMP ACOUSTICS, HI-VI RESEARCH, E.J. JORDAN, LCY, LPG, MAX-FIDELITY, MOREL, PEERLESS, PHY-HP, RAAL, RCF, SB ACOUSTICS, SCAN-SPEAK, SEAS, SILVER-FLUTE, TYMPHANY, VERAVOX, VIFA, VISATON & VOLT .


 

ATC
ATC loudspeaker technology, made in England. Studio drive units are built for people who want nothing less than the finest quality and the highest performance. Their role is to complement other very high performance high quality equipment to produce - literally - the best audio performance money can buy.

AUDAX
Audax Industries, made in France. From the micro tweeter to the 15 inch professional HD-I woofer, the extended range of Audax components offers a vast selection of products, distinguishing the company to be among the top loudspeaker manufacturers in the world.

AUDIOTECHNOLOGY
AudioTechnology, made in Denmark. Flex Units. They represent the upmost limit attainable either by analysis or by synthesis of loudspeaker driver design. They deliver an absolute balance between music reality, harmony, accuracy and authenticity. They are considered the ultimate vehicle of profound musical expression.

AURASOUND
Aurasound, made in U.S.A. Neo Radial Technology. Using neodymium radial magnet.

CSS
CSS, made in China. Very nice Full and Wide Range drivers using XBL² Technology.

ETON
Eton Sophisticated Loudspeaker Technology, made in Germany. To meet the highest standard you expect from advanced transducers, ETON invested financial and engineering capacities in the development of new materials, especially for the cones of the woofers and midrange drivers. The introduction of the (patented) HEXACONE diaphragm can be seen as one of the most outstanding results of these investments.

FINAL LINK
In-Wall & Ceiling Loudspeakers, made in China, design in Canada..

FOSTEX
Fullrange Loudspeakers, made in Taiwan, design in Japan. For the first time ever, the Fostex fullrange loudspeakers are delivering a sound quality never achieve before, by any other fullrange.

FOUNTEK
True Ribbon Transducer, made in China. Made with extremely thin Aluminum Foil diaphragm, means very little mass to set in motion, which guaranties a high degree of signal fidelity and broad frequency response.

HEMPACOUSTICS
HempAcoustics, made in U.S.A.. HEMP ACOUSTICS is a partnership, founded by a group of dedicated, professional entrepreneurs that have been in the audio industry for over 20 years. Our production facilities are situated in both Canada and the USA. Our manufacturing partner has been in the speaker making business since the 1950's and can easily produce up to 10,000 units weekly. Harnessing the very best talent in the industry, coupled with the extensive manufacturing and production experience are the cornerstones of HEMP ACOUSTICS expertise.

HI-VI RESEARCH
Hi-Vi Research, made in China. Hi-Vi Research is one of the largest loudspeaker manufacturer in SouthEastern Asia. It supplies drivers, crossovers and other components for Dul'cet, Swans and numerous other brands.

LCY
LCY, made in China. Twin Ribbon Technology. Extremely Good Dispersion on Both Axxis. High Power Handling. Ultra Flat Response Curve. Very Linear Impedance Curve. Large Dynamic Range perfect for SACD applications.

LPG
Lpg Lautsprecher Produktions-Gesellschaft mbH, made in Germany. Polyamid, coated textile and titanium dome tweeters and midranges built to the highest standards.

MAX FIDELITY
Max Fidelity loudspeakers, made in China. Assembled in Canada. High quality, high power hi-fi speaker line. 3" copper-clad aluminum wire voice coils. Excellent range from bass, through the midrange and goes high enough to meet any dome tweeter. 130 Watt RMS and able to handle huge dynamic peaks effortlessy to please even the most discerning listener.

MOREL
Morel high fidelity loudspeakers, made in Israel. Morel is a name in Loudspeakers synonomous with quality and precision engineering products since 1975.

PEERLESS
Peerless Fabrikkerne, made in Denmark. With more than 65 years of experience in development and production of loudspeaker units for hi-fi systems

PHY-HP
PHY-HP, made in France. Nice selection of Fullrange and Coax drivers.

RAAL
RAAL, made in Serbia. Raal is proud to present the pinnacle of contemporary true ribbon design. It defines new limits to a known, old, concept. Superior in sound quality and reliability, it deals with every task by incomparable dominance. The uncompressed reproduction of the signal dynamics, is what makes it better than any corrugated true ribbon design and, still, it has only 4 micrometer aluminium foil. New ideas, science, art and experience, brought together. Painstakingly bred by connoisseurs for their own kind.

RCF
RCF, made in Itali. Higher sound pressure level requirements, higher amplifier capabalities and wider dynamic range musical inputs are putting a considarable strain on current art to deliver.

SCANSPEAK
ScanSpeak loudspeakers, made in Denmark. At ScanSpeak, they've made a corporate decision to put all their efforts into the production of the very best drivers.

SEAS
Seas fabrikker, made in Norway. Precise and dependable drivers built with quality in mind.
SILVER FLUTE
Silver Flute, made in China. Very nice Ribbon Tweeters and Wool Fiber cone Mid-Woofers.
TYMPHANY
Tymphany, made in China. Tymphany Linear Array Transducer (LAT).

VIFA
Vifa aktieselskabet, made in Denmark. Since 1933 Vifa produces hi-fi drivers for technically demanding companies all over the world. It has always been Vifa's aim to hold a position among the market leaders in the field of hi-fi drivers.

VISATON
Visaton, made in Germany. With more than 30 years of experience in the field of acoustics and loudspeaker technology and a future oriented engagement in research and development, plus the high quality standard of our production, we are nowadays a specialised and world wide successfully operating German loudspeaker manufacturer.
VOLT
VOLT loudspeakers, made in England.The Volt range of loudspeaker chassis are designed to offer clean, uncolored sound with smooth frequency response characteristics that allow simplified system design.


Solen Inc.
4470 Av. Thibault
St-Hubert, Qc
J3Y 7T9, Canada
Tel 450-656-2759
Fax 450-443-4949
solen@solen.ca

Design

Crossover & Box Design by Solen. Inc


Woofer Application

The woofer application chart helps you determine the correct enclosure volume for the designated loudspeaker driver unit. Solen will do custom enclosure design for free.

Driver Dimensions 

Free Crossover  Design

This driver dimension chart gives you all the necessary dimensions to mount and connect the loudspeaker driver units.

Free crossover design service. Solen Inc. will do crossover designs upon customer request. 

 

Crossover   Assembly 

Here you will find a guide on assembling crossovers the point to point way.

4, 6 & 8 ohms L-pad Component Value Chart

1st order Butterworth Component Value Chart 

1st order Solen  Split Component Value Chart 

2nd order Butterworth Component Value Chart

2nd order Linkwitz- Riley Component Value Chart

3rd order Butterworth Component Value Chart

4th order Linkwitz- Riley Component Value Chart

ORDERING INFORMATION

  • SALES AND SERVICE
    Our sales and service lines are open daily, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM E.S.T., Monday through Friday. (Except Canadian legal holidays.)
    Tel: 450-656-2759
    Fax: 450-443-4949
    Email: solen@solen.ca 
  • PRICES
    All our prices are Ex Works our warehouse in St-Hubert, QC Canada and are quoted in CAD $ for all online customers, canadian taxes not included,  duty on International Orders is not included. All quantity price breaks apply per individual part number only, no mixing for lower prices. Large quantity pricing is available, please call for a quotation.

    Due to the currency market fluctuation and regular suppliers prices increase, prices are subject to change without notice. In case of a significant price change , a notice will be issue and the order will be held for approval.
  • MINIMUM ORDERS
    Our minimum order is $25.00, orders less than the minimum require a $5.00 service charge.

PAYMENT METHODS 

  • C.O.D. (Canada)
    Cash on delivery orders are accepted from established canadian customers, payments by cash or certified check only. There is a CAD$ 6.75 charge added for C.O.D. orders. Back orders are automatically cancelled.
  • CREDIT CARDS (All countries)
    MASTER CARD and VISA are accepted on phone, fax and mail orders. We require the following information for security purpose: customer full name, issuing bank and billing address if different from shipping address. Charge are in C$ and exchange rate is automatically calculated by us on your invoice and by your credit card company on your montly statement.

    Please fill out the following PDF form and fax it to us at 450-443-4949. CREDIT CARD AUTHORIZATION 
     
  • PREPAID (Canada Only)
    Payment can be made by bank draft, bank money order, postal money order or certified check. Company check and personal check are accepted and personal check must clear before shipment. 
  • PREPAID (Outside Canada, U.S.A.)
    Payments by international bank draft, international bank money order or international postal money order are accepted. Payments by bank telex transfer or by appropriate approved letter of credit only when required, with at least a 2 month valid period, are available specially for foreign companies in countries outside Canada and U.S.A.. 
  • OPEN ACCOUNT (Canada, U.S.A.)
    Open account status with 30 days net terms is available for government agencies, institutions and qualified companies. Send three trade references and also the name, account number and telephone number of your bank. Numbered and signed Purchase Order are required on all open account and an Order Confirmation will be issue.

    On new accounts, first order will be sent on a prepaid or C.O.D. (Canada only) basis or until credit is approved. A 1.5% monthly interest will be charged on overdue payments.

SHIPPING INFORMATION

  1. SHIPPING METHODS
    Orders are sent by UPS ground service, Air Mail, and Surface Mail, other shipping methods are available. If the method is not specified, we reserve the right to ship by the most appropriate method. We also reserve the right to require prepayment or payment by credit card for express and/or air shipments.
  2. SHIPPING CHARGES
    All orders are shipped F.O.B. St-Hubert, QC Canada. Only actual shipping and nominal insurance charges will be added to the invoice amount.
  3. SHIPMENT IN TRANSIT
    The goods shipped by us are received and signed for by the carrier, and the carrier is therefore responsible for any loss and/or damage while in transit to you. All our shipment shipped by UPS or by MAIL are insured against any loss and/or damages. UPS tracing cannot be activated until 2 working days from date of shipment. Parcel Post tracing is 30 days.
  4. EXCHANGES AND/OR RETURNS
    No exchanges and/or returns after 30 days. All exchanged and/or returned merchandise will be subject to a minimum of 10% restocking and handling charge with the following qualification: 

    Exchanges and/or returns must be pre-authorized by us by telephone or in writing to obtain your Return Authorisation Number.
    1. Exchanges and/or returns must be accompanied by a copy of your invoice as a proof of purchase and your reason for their exchange and/or return.
    2. Exchanged and/or returned item(s) must be unused, and in their original factory packing as it was shipped to receive your refund or replacement.
    3. Please repack your exchanged and/or returned item(s) very carefully in an additional separate good carton, securely wrap and tape, to ensure that it is received by us in good condition.
    4. Please return the parcel via SURFACE or AIR MAIL prepaid and insured for its full value as we shall not be responsible for any intransit loss and/or damage while the item is being returned, collect shipment will be refused. Please keep your shipping and insurance receipts as proof of shipping.
    5. We reserve the right to inspect the exchanged and/or the returned items before a refund or a replacement may be issued.
    6. Incurred shipping, insurance, handling and C.O.D. charges are not refundable.
    7. Please note that books, printed matter of any kind, sale items, surplus products and custom made or cut items are not refundable.

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • ORDER STATUS
    To trace or expedite an order, please provide us with the exact company or personal name and address as the order was originally placed, the date and/or the purchase order or our invoive number. Product my vary from picture.
  • SPECIFICATIONS
    The specifications of merchandise are subjet to change without notice. Manufacturers frequently modify or update their products specifications, which is beyond our control.
  • DAMAGES
    On arrival, the consignments should be carefully and thoroughly inspected for any sign of damage or shortage and should be noted on the Freight Bill before signing the receipt. If the item cannot be inspected properly, we recommend that you sign the freight bill marked "SUBJECT TO INSPECTION".

    It is your responsibility to report immediately to the carrier any merchandise received in damaged condition and an inspection report requested. If you notice any damage after unpacking the shipment, notify the transport company immediately and request an inspection. Damage claims must be made with the carrier.

    All packaging material must be retained until the shipment is inspected by the carrier and your claim is settled.
  • DISCREPANCY
    Any damages or discrepancies found with the order must be reported within 5 days of receipt. Solen Inc. will not be responsible for any discrepancies if it is not reported within this 5 day period. . 
  • BACK ORDERS
    We stock what we catalog and every effort will be made to ship your order complete. However, from time to time and despite every effort on our part, manufacturing delays, shipping delays and other factors beyond our control deplete our inventory. If our inventory is depleted on an item, we will backorder it, we will advise you and ship each item as soon as it is available. In case of extensive delay or unavailability of an item(s), a notification will be issue. If you would like us to cancel any backorder, please advise us at the time you place your order.
  • RESPONSIBILITIES
    Solen shall, in no event, be liable or responsible for any damages whatsoever including, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, indebtedness, business interruption, damage as a result of delays and/or specifications changes or any other pecuniary loss arising out of the use or inability to use any Solen products. We depend on our suppliers and shipping companies and it is probable that from time to time back orders will occur.
  • PRODUCT GUARANTEE
    No product guarantee after 1 year. Any defective product shall be returned according to Exchange and/or Returns instructions. The nature of the defect shall be clealy indicated on the copy of your invoice.

    We will repair, exchange and/or replace the defective article, free of charge and we will return the replacement article freight prepaid.

 

U.S.A. ORDERS

U.S. Custom Requirements:

Companies must provide their Income Revenue Service Number and individuals must provide their Social Security Number .

U.S. Custom Duty:

There is a 4.9% Custom Duty charge on loudspeaker parts imported in the U.S.A. to be paid by the customer when he receives his order.

Mail Orders of less than US$ 1250.00:

A US$ 5.00 U.S. custom processing fee and a US$ 3.40 post office charge to be paid to the Post Office when you receive your order.

UPS Orders of less than US$ 1250.00:

A US$ 2.00 U.S. custom merchandise processing fee and a US$ 30.00 custom broker fee will be charged on your commercial invoice.

UPS Orders of more than US$ 1250.00 but less than US$ 5000.00$

A US$ 25.00 U.S. custom merchandise processing fee and a US$ 30.00 custom broker fee will be charged on your commercial invoice.

UPS Orders of more than US$ 5000.00$

A US$ 25.00 U.S. custom merchandise processing fee and a US$ 60.00 custom broker fee will be charged on your commercial invoice.

UPS Ground Order:

The consignee must provide an authorized U.S. Customhouse Broker's name, if none is provided, then we will appoint Norman G. Jensen Inc. or UPS as custombroker.

UPS Blue or Red label:

The U.S. custom merchandise processing fee and the custom broker charge are included in the UPS charge.

U.S.A. EXCHANGES AND/OR RETURNS INSTRUCTIONS

No UPS shipment.

In addition the Exchanges and/or Returns Instructions, the following should be also enclosed in an envelope taped to the outside of the package and labeled PACKING SLIP:

A copy of Solen Invoice.
A copy of your Customs Form.
A copy of your paid custom receipt indicating that the duty was paid on this merchandise.
A brief statement from you stating that you have received this merchandise and the reason as why you are returning it.
INTERNATIONAL ORDERS
Surface Mail
Insurance is not always available. Maximum weight per box: 20 Kg.
Air Mail
Insurance is not always available. Maximum weight per box: 20 Kg.
UPS International Air Service
Insurance is available.
Any other specified freight forwarders are available upon request.
 

 

News from Solen Inc

News from Solen Inc.

Solen has some new Monitor Amplifers:

Available models:

AP-016A => 30W HF + 80W LF, with 24db 2KHz X-over
AP-016B => 30W HF + 80W LF, with 24db 2.7KHz X-over
AP-016C => 30W HF + 80W LF, with 24db 3.5KHz X-over


Solen has some new Metallized Teflon™ FEP capacitors:

Available values:

3Q220N => .22mfd 1000vdc 11mm X 40mm
3Q330N => .33mfd 1000vdc 13mm X 40mm
3Q470N => .47mfd 1000vdc 15mm X 40mm
3Q680N => .68mfd 1000vdc 18mm X 40mm
3Q820N => .82mfd 1000vdc 20mm X 40mm
3Q1U0 => 1.0mfd 1000vdc 22mm X 40mm
3Q2U2 => 2.2mfd 1000vdc 32mm X 40mm
3Q3U3 => 3.3mfd 1000vdc 39mm X 40mm
3Q4U7 => 4.7mfd 1000vdc 47mm X 60mm
3Q6U8 => 6.8mfd 1000vdc 56mm X 60mm
3Q8U2 => 8.2mfd 1000vdc 61mm X 60mm
3Q10U => 10mfd 1000vdc 68mm X 60mm


Solen has some new Teflon™ Film & Tin Foil capacitors:

Available values:

S3Q100N => .10mfd 450vdc 9mm X 36mm
S3Q220N => .22mfd 450vdc 13mm X 36mm
S3Q330N => .33mfd 450vdc 15mm X 36mm
S3Q470N => .47mfd 450vdc 18mm X 36mm
S3Q680N => .68mfd 450vdc 21mm X 36mm
S3Q820N => .82mfd 450vdc 23mm X 36mm
S3ZQ33N => .033mfd 1000vdc 9mm X 36mm
S3ZQ47N => .047mfd 1000vdc 11mm X 36mm
S3ZQ68N => .068mfd 1000vdc 13mm X 36mm
S3ZQ82N => .082mfd 1000vdc 14mm X 36mm
S3ZQ100N => .10mfd 1000vdc 16mm X 36mm
S3ZQ220N => .22mfd 1000vdc 23mm X 36mm
S3ZQ330N => .33mfd 1000vdc 28mm X 36mm
S3ZQ470N => .47mfd 1000vdc 33mm X 36mm


Solen has some new Film & Foil capacitors:

Available values:

SN0010 => .010mfd 1200vdc 5mm X 23mm
SM0022 => .022mfd 630vdc 5mm X 23mm
SM0047 => .047mfd 630vdc 8mm X 23mm
SM010 => .10mfd 630vdc 11mm X 23mm
SM022 => .22mfd 630vdc 13mm X 28mm
SM033 => .33mfd 630vdc 16mm X 28mm
SM047 => .47mfd 630vdc 15mm X 36mm
SM068 => .68mfd 630vdc 18mm X 36mm
SM082 => .82mfd 630vdc 20mm X 36mm
SM100 => 1.0mfd 630vdc 22mm X 36mm
SE150 => 1.5mfd 400vdc 23mm X 36mm
SE200 => 2.0mfd 400vdc 25mm X 38mm
SY220 => 2.2mfd 250vdc 24mm X 38mm
SB270 => 2.7mfd 150vdc 20mm X 38mm
SB330 => 3.3mfd 150vdc 24mm X 38mm
SB390 => 3.9mfd 150vdc 26mm X 38mm
SA470 => 4.7mfd 100vdc 25mm X 38mm





Solen has been appointed for the distribution of E.J. Jordan.
E.J. Jordan Designs has over forty years experience with wide bandwidth, metal cone drivers.
Our new drive units push the performance of metal cones to new levels and represent the best in wideband, high end loudspeakers.





New Hemp Matrix™ Fullranges the FR4.5C, the FR6.5C & the FR8.0C.
New Hemp Matrix™ Subwoofer the SW15-VOB designed for open baffle applications.
New Hemp Matrix™ Coaxial the CO8V.




New Car Audio products, Component Kits, Coax & Subs.
New In-Wall and Ceiling products for custom installs.


New True Ribbon Transducers
FEATURES:
- Special FLATFOIL® pure Aluminium ribbon
- Special SYMMLEAD® low inductance signal path
- Special EQUAFIELD® NdFeB magnetic structure
- Special “non-wave-guide” INOX front plate
- Super-fast settling time
- Flat frequency response
- Low nonlinear distortion
- High signal power handling
- Highest reliability

Available in 3 sizes:
The 70-10D is a 7cm², 92db, frequency range 2KHz to 100KHz.
The 70-10DAM same as the 70-10D with Amorphous Transfo.
The 70-20XR is a 14cm², 93db, frequency range 1000KHz to 100KHz.
The 70-20XRAM same as the 70-20XR with Amorphous Transfo.
The 140-15D is a 21cm², 95db, frequency range 500Hz to 100KHz.
The 140-15DAM same as the 140-15D with Amorphous Transfo.
The 140DTD is a 21cm², 95db, frequency range 500Hz to 100KHz with 3Kohms transfo for direct tube connection.




New series of Tweeter, Mid-bass & Woofers from SB-Acoustics.





New Illuminator Tweeters the D2004/6020-00, the D3004/6020-00 & the D3004/6020-10.
New Illuminator Woofers the 15WU/4741T00, the 15WU/8741T00, the 18WU/4741T00 & the 18WU/8741T00





New Exotic Fullranges the F808 & F804.
New Excel Woofers the W16NX001 4ohms & 8ohms.
New DXT tweeters the 27TBCD/GBDXT
New Curv Cone Woofer the U16RCY/P08.
New Aluminum Cone Woofers the L16RNX08 & L16RNX04.
New Reed Cone Woofers the ER15RLY08 & the ER18RNX08.
New kits the Bifrost & the Delling





New LAT transducers from Tymphany.

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