VAN DEN HUL D-102 III HYBRID RCA

The Van den Hul D-102 III HYBRID is a high-quality interconnect cable designed for audio and audio-video systems, capable of delivering performance well above average thanks to its meticulous construction and premium-grade materials. Featuring a vibrant yellow-orange HULLIFLEX® outer jacket, this cable stands out for its high flexibility, long-term durability, and stable electrical behavior even under challenging environmental conditions.

Inside, two central conductors are each composed of 40 strands of high-purity, high-density silver-coated OFC (Oxygen-Free Copper) with matched crystal structure. Each conductor is further enhanced with an extra layer of Linear Structured Carbon® (LSC), which significantly improves signal transmission by creating a micro-scale electrical bridge and converting the surrounding magnetic field into a useful electrical signal—thus reducing distortion and enhancing sonic detail.

The internal insulation of the conductors is made of polyethylene foam, chosen for its low dielectric constant, and is color-coded (white and brown) for easy identification. Around the conductors, specially treated artificial fibers serve as filler, improving the mechanical integrity of the cable and protecting it against long-term moisture damage. The D-102 III HYBRID employs an effective triple shielding system composed of two helical layers of dense, high-purity silver strands (180 in total), interlaced with a saturated LSC tape, effectively shielding the signal from electromagnetic and radio frequency interference.

In balanced configuration, the cable offers a typical impedance of 110 ohms and a very low capacitance (37 pF/m), making it suitable for long cable runs or high-impedance signal chains without introducing significant phase shifts. The conductor resistance is 5.5 ohms per 100 meters, and the shield resistance is 0.62 ohms per 100 meters. Equipped with high-quality RCA connectors, the cable follows the preferred layout for unbalanced use, where the shield is connected only to the signal ground at the source end for optimal performance.

Technical specifications:

• Twin-core, halogen-free, flexible and shielded interconnect cable
• Multistrand conductors: 40 strands of matched crystal OFC copper, high-purity high-density silver-coated
• Additional layer on each conductor: Linear Structured Carbon® (LSC)
• Triple shielding: two helical layers of pure silver (180 strands total) + LSC saturated tape
• Typical resistance at 20°C: conductors 5.5 ohm/100 m; shield 0.62 ohm/100 m
• Conductor-to-conductor capacitance: 37 pF/m
• Typical impedance: 110 ohm (balanced configuration)
• Internal insulation: polyethylene foam
• Filler: treated artificial fibers, moisture-resistant
• Outer jacket: HULLIFLEX®
• Outer diameter: 7.25 mm
• Color: yellow-orange
• Connectors: RCA
• Recommended use: mid-range audio and audio-video systems