Ricable Spike SK3 Isolation Spikes
33,00 €
Ricable Spike SK3 is a set of four isolation spikes for loudspeakers and Hi-Fi electronic equipment. The internal M8 thread and removable threaded stud support internal-thread or external-thread mounting configurations. Machined from solid metal, the spikes have a chrome finish. The supplied protective feet and EVA felt pads help reduce the risk of marks on floors or equipment cabinets.
Ricable Spike SK3 isolation spikes are supplied as a set of four for loudspeakers and Hi-Fi electronic equipment. Each spike is machined from a solid piece of metal and finished in chrome.
An internal M8 thread and removable M8 threaded stud allow you to choose between internal-thread and external-thread mounting configurations. Separate floor-protection feet receive the spike tips, while EVA felt pads help reduce the risk of marks on the floor or equipment cabinet.
What this set is designed for
The set is intended for loudspeakers or electronic equipment with four suitable support points. Installation requires an M8 mounting point or a suitable unthreaded hole.
Loudspeaker size or weight alone does not confirm compatibility. No maximum load rating is specified for this set, so it must not be selected solely according to the weight of the equipment.
Two mounting configurations
If the equipment has an external M8 thread, the spike can be fitted using its internal thread. The removable stud is not required in this configuration.
If the equipment has an internal M8 thread, screw the supplied threaded stud into the spike. This creates an external mounting connection between the spike and the equipment.
A suitable unthreaded mounting hole may also be used. Its required diameter, depth and installation method are not specified. Check these measurements against the chosen mounting configuration before purchasing.
The thread pitch is also unspecified. Matching nominal diameters do not guarantee that threads with different pitches will connect correctly.
Installation and surface protection
Position the protective feet directly beneath the spike tips before lowering the equipment. Each spike must rest in the centre of its foot rather than against the edge.
The EVA felt pad can be placed beneath the part that contacts the supporting surface. It is intended to reduce the risk of marks being left by the support.
Lift the installed equipment whenever it needs to be moved. Sliding it may cause the spikes to slip off the protective feet and touch the floor directly.
Start every threaded connection by hand. If a thread begins to bind during the first few turns, do not force it. Resistance may indicate an incompatible thread pitch or a cross-threaded connection.
Dimensions and construction
Each spike weighs 75 g. This is the weight of the component, not an indication of its permitted load.
An assembled spike with its protective foot measures 32.3 × 25 mm. The orientation of these dimensions is not defined, so they must not automatically be interpreted as height and diameter.
The protective feet are also machined from solid stock. Their material grade is not identified, so the chrome finish applies only to the spikes.
Technical specifications
| Product type | Set of four isolation spikes |
|---|---|
| Intended use | Loudspeakers and Hi-Fi electronic equipment |
| Spike material | Metal machined from solid stock |
| Finish | Chrome |
| Spike thread | Internal M8 |
| Alternative configuration | Removable M8 threaded stud for external mounting |
| Alternative installation | Suitable unthreaded mounting hole |
| Assembled component dimensions | 32.3 × 25 mm, spike with protective foot |
| Weight per spike | 75 g |
| Protective feet | 4, machined from solid stock |
| Package contents | 4 spikes, 4 floor-protection feet and 4 EVA felt pads |
| Unspecified parameters | Maximum load, thread pitch, and mounting-hole diameter and depth |
FAQ
How can I determine whether these spikes will fit my loudspeakers?
Check the direction of the existing mounting connection and its nominal thread size. Use the threaded stud with an internal equipment thread; if the equipment has an external mounting thread, connect it directly to the spike’s internal thread.
When should I remove the threaded stud?
Remove it when the equipment already has an external M8 mounting thread. The equipment mounting point can then be screwed directly into the spike.
How can I protect a hard floor?
Place a protective foot beneath each spike and centre the spike tip on it. Position the EVA pad beneath the part that touches the floor.
Is this set suitable for very heavy loudspeakers?
No maximum permitted load is specified, so suitability cannot be determined from loudspeaker weight alone. It must be checked before purchase.
Do the 32.3 × 25 mm measurements mean height and diameter?
No. They are the dimensions of the assembled spike and protective foot, but their orientation is not defined. They therefore cannot be used to plan the exact installed height.
