Atlas Sound FAP82T – 8" Coaxial In-Ceiling Speaker 60W 70V Pair White

Product Overview

The Atlas Sound FAP82T is an 8" coaxial in-ceiling speaker with a 60-watt 70.7V/100V transformer in a ported enclosure, sold as a pair in white. Designed for high-ceiling commercial audio applications, the FAP82T in-ceiling speaker with ported enclosure delivers extended low-frequency response and a controlled 100° dispersion pattern — specifications that address the two most common failures of standard in-ceiling speakers in large-room, high-ceiling deployments: weak bass performance and overly wide coverage that creates SPL drop-off at the pattern edge. The 90dB average sensitivity and front-mounted tap selector switch make system commissioning and post-installation adjustments straightforward without removing the speaker from the ceiling.

Product Description

The FAP82T’s ported deep-drawn galvanized steel enclosure (937 cubic inches) is acoustically tuned to extend bass response down to 55Hz, providing full-range audio reproduction suitable for background music as well as voice paging. The coaxial driver design places a 19mm PEI tweeter at the center of the 8" polypropylene-cone woofer (38mm voice coil with butyl rubber surround), producing point-source imaging and consistent coverage across the frequency range. The 100° dispersion angle is specifically suited to high-ceiling applications: wider dispersion exceeding 100° causes more than 6dB drop-off at the coverage edge, creating audible SPL variation and complicating multi-speaker layout design. The integrated 60-watt low-saturation transformer supports 70.7V and 100V operation with power taps at 1.9, 3.8, 7.5, 15, 30, and 60 watts, plus an 8-ohm bypass for direct low-impedance connection. A front-mounted tap selector switch allows tap changes without removing the speaker from the ceiling, avoiding the service labor typically associated with transformer-tap adjustments in installed systems. The “press-fit” grille blends cleanly into contemporary ceiling finishes. A 4-pole detachable phoenix-style connector simplifies pre-wiring and supports daisy-chaining of additional speakers. A “trap door” input section accommodates through-conduit runs with rigid or flex conduit. For open-ceiling and pendulum mounting applications, a top-mounted eyebolt is included, and the enclosure is finished in white for aesthetics in exposed installations. Included C-ring/V-rail tile bridge mounting hardware supports standard drop ceiling tile installation. UL 1480 safety listing confirms compliance with commercial audio system installation requirements.

Key Features

• 8" Coaxial Driver with 38mm Voice Coil — Polypropylene cone with butyl rubber surround and centrally mounted 19mm PEI tweeter provide consistent point-source coverage across the frequency range.
• Ported Deep-Drawn Steel Enclosure (937 cu in) — Acoustically tuned port extends bass response to 55Hz, delivering full-range reproduction without an external subwoofer in typical commercial applications.
• 100° Dispersion Angle — Controlled dispersion prevents the excessive SPL drop-off at coverage edges that occurs with wider-pattern speakers in high-ceiling environments.
• 60W 70.7V/100V Transformer — Low-saturation transformer design minimizes insertion loss and maintains low-frequency response at all tap settings.
• Front-Mounted Tap Selector Switch — Taps from 1.9W to 60W (plus 8-ohm bypass) are selectable from the ceiling without removing the speaker.
• 4-Pole Phoenix Connector with Daisy-Chain Support — Pre-wiring and series speaker connections are simplified with the detachable phoenix connector.
• Trap Door Conduit Entry — Accommodates rigid or flex conduit through-runs for installations requiring conduit wiring.
• Pendulum Mount Ready — Included top eyebolt enables suspension mounting in open-ceiling environments; white enclosure finish maintains aesthetics.
• C-Ring/V-Rail Tile Bridge Hardware Included — Standard drop ceiling tile mounting hardware is provided in the box.
• UL 1480 Listed — Safety certification for commercial amplified audio system loudspeaker installations.
• Sold as a Pair — Price covers two complete speaker assemblies including all mounting hardware.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom
• Conference room
• House of worship
• All-hands room
• Auditorium
• Government space
• Multi-purpose room

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is the 100° dispersion angle important for high-ceiling installations?

A: In high-ceiling spaces, speakers with dispersion wider than 100° produce more than 6dB of SPL drop-off at the coverage edge. This causes audible hot spots and dead zones and leads to comb filtering problems when multiple speakers overlap. The FAP82T’s 100° pattern is specifically designed to avoid these issues in larger spaces.

Q: Can the tap selector be changed without removing the speaker from the ceiling?

A: Yes. The front-mounted tap selector switch is accessible from below, allowing tap changes from 1.9W up to 60W (and 8-ohm bypass) without removing the speaker from the ceiling tile.

Q: Can the FAP82T be used with a low-impedance amplifier instead of 70V?

A: Yes. The tap selector includes an 8-ohm bypass setting that connects the driver directly to the amplifier output, bypassing the transformer for use with standard low-impedance amplifiers.

Q: Does this listing include one speaker or two?

A: This listing covers a pair of two FAP82T speakers with all mounting hardware.

Q: Can the FAP82T be pendant-mounted in an open ceiling?

A: Yes. An included eyebolt at the top of the enclosure supports pendulum mounting. The enclosure is finished in white on all sides for aesthetics in open-ceiling applications.