High-Sensitivity Free-Field Microphone for Application-Focused Engineering
CRY3203 uses a prepolarized sensing element for free-field measurement. It is a microphone cartridge and must be paired with a compatible preamplifier. Free-field response is relevant where the microphone measures sound arriving without dominant reflections, such as in anechoic rooms, controlled test areas and many product-noise setups. Selection should consider the expected minimum and maximum sound level, bandwidth, field type and connector.
Key Features and Benefits
- 50 mV/Pa (-26 ±1.5 dB re 1 V/Pa) nominal sensitivity.
- 15 Hz to 20 kHz ±2 dB frequency response.
- 16 dBA to 146 dB dynamic range.
- Prepolarized cartridge; compatible CRYSOUND IEPE preamplifier required.
- IEC 61094-4 type WS2F.
- Operating temperature: -30°C to +80°C.
- Prepolarized design eliminates the need for an external polarisation voltage.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | CRYSOUND CRY3203 |
| Field type | Free-field |
| Nominal sensitivity | 50 mV/Pa (-26 ±1.5 dB re 1 V/Pa) |
| Frequency response | 3.15 Hz to 20 kHz ±2 dB |
| Polarisation voltage | 0 V |
| Dynamic range | 16 dBA to 146 dB |
| Interface / powering | Prepolarized cartridge; compatible CRYSOUND IEPE preamplifier required |
| IEC 61094-4 type | WS2F |
| Operating temperature | -30°C to +80°C |
| Dimensions | 16.2 mm × 13.2 mm |
| Pressure equalisation | Rear vented |
Applications
- Anechoic-chamber and quiet-room testing
- Electroacoustic and audio measurement
- Product noise and quality-control testing
- Acoustic research and development
- Automotive noise, vibration and harshness testing
Integration and Configuration Considerations
This product is the microphone cartridge rather than a complete microphone set. Pair it with a mechanically and electrically compatible CRYSOUND preamplifier, then confirm power supply, cable, connector and data-acquisition input requirements.
Selecting the Measurement Chain
Accurate acoustic measurement depends on the complete signal chain. Therefore, confirm the microphone field type, sensitivity, dynamic range, preamplifier, connector, cable, constant-current supply, data-acquisition input and calibration method as one system. Metromatics can help review these interfaces before quotation.
Why Source the CRY3203 Through Metromatics?
Metromatics can help Australian and New Zealand customers compare the CRY3203 with other CRYSOUND measurement options. Help review the intended sound field, level range, bandwidth, connector and acquisition requirements before quotation.
Contact Metromatics to discuss your application, confirm the correct CRY3203 configuration, obtain additional technical information or request pricing.
