Rockford Fosgate RFI-16 16-Foot Twisted Pair RCA Cable

The Rockford Fosgate RFI-16 is a 16-foot, 2-channel RCA signal cable designed to carry low-level audio signals between compatible car-audio components. It provides the connection typically needed between a head unit, signal processor, or line output converter and an amplifier. Its 16-foot length is suited to many front-to-rear vehicle cable runs.

This cable is intended for vehicle owners building or upgrading an amplified audio system that uses RCA-level connections. The twisted-pair construction is designed to help reject noise that can enter signal wiring in an automotive electrical environment. It is a practical choice when clean signal routing and secure RCA connections are priorities.

Oxygen-free copper conductors support reliable signal transfer while offering corrosion resistance. The cable also uses platinum-plated ends for added resistance to corrosion at the connection points. These details help support dependable use in a vehicle where temperature changes, vibration, and humidity can affect wiring connections.

The RFI-16 uses a split center pin at each RCA connector to promote a secure fit in compatible RCA jacks. Its frosted outer shield is designed for durability and flexibility, helping with routing through panels and along vehicle trim. The cable's twisted-pair geometry and shielding work together to address RFI and EMI noise rejection.

Use the RFI-16 as a stereo interconnect in systems with a source component and amplifier that both use standard RCA audio connections. It is especially appropriate for installations where the amplifier is mounted away from the source unit, such as in a trunk, cargo area, or under a seat. Route it separately from high-current power wiring when practical for an organized installation.

Key Features

• 16-Foot Length: Supports many front-to-rear amplifier signal runs.
• Twisted-Pair Design: Helps reject unwanted electrical noise in vehicle installations.
• 2-Channel RCA Cable: Carries left and right low-level audio signals.
• OFC Conductors: Oxygen-free copper provides corrosion-resistant signal conductors.
• Platinum-Plated Ends: Helps resist corrosion at RCA connection points.
• Split Center Pins: Promotes a secure fit in compatible RCA jacks.

Design & Installation

The RFI-16 combines oxygen-free copper conductors, platinum-plated RCA ends, split center pins, and a frosted outer shield. Its twisted-pair cable design is intended to reduce susceptibility to radio-frequency and electromagnetic interference. The flexible outer construction is designed to support routing in automotive installations.

Connect one end to a compatible RCA audio output and the other to a compatible RCA input, observing left and right channel placement. Confirm that a 16-foot run reaches your components before installation, and avoid pinching or sharply bending the cable. For organized routing, keep signal wiring separate from high-current power wiring where vehicle layout allows.