Catapult Rack TX vs Catapult TX4L
The Catapult Rack TX and the Catapult TX4L sit at about the same price, but the Catapult TX4L adds XLR Male and RJ45 (Ethernet). It takes 1 rack unit less, too.
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Catapult Rack TXRadial
Catapult TX4L| Spec | Catapult Rack TX | Catapult TX4L |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U | — |
| Weight | 6.0 lbs | 4.0 lbs |
| Power draw | Passive | Passive |
| Depth | 200 mm | 0 mm |
| I/O count | 18 | 9 |
| Price | ~$300 | ~$300 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
Catapult Rack TX
- etherCON
Catapult TX4L
- XLR Male
- RJ45 (Ethernet)
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
Open the rack plannerFree, no sign-up. Both units are in the catalog.