HP10-2 Speaker Cable Boots: Installation Guide

Quick answer

Slide the HP10-2 boot onto your speaker cable before terminating the connector. This protects the cable end and gives a finished, professional appearance.

Installation steps

1. Slide the boot onto the cable: Before attaching any connector, slide the HP10-2 boot onto the bare cable. Orient the boot so the wider opening faces the connector end. Make sure the boot is far enough back that it won't interfere with your stripping or crimping. Common mistake: forgetting to slide the boot on before terminating. Once the connector is attached, you cannot add the boot without cutting the connector off.
2. Strip and terminate the cable: With the boot safely out of the way, strip the cable jacket and prepare the conductor according to your connector's instructions. Attach the connector (banana plug, spade, or bare wire) as usual.
3. Slide the boot over the connector: Once the connector is securely attached, slide the boot up until it covers the junction between the cable jacket and the connector. The glossy vinyl should fit snugly. If it is too tight, twist the boot gently while pushing. Checkpoint: the boot should cover the cable jacket completely and sit flush against the connector. If it wrinkles or bunches, slide it back and try again.

Product details

• HP10-2 Speaker Cable Termination Boots: Supple, glossy vinyl boots that slip over the ends of a cable prior to termination to protect it and lend a professional appearance. Sold as a set of 2 boots. You get two boots per pack, enough for one speaker cable (positive and negative legs). The vinyl material is flexible enough to fit snugly without cracking.