Kapton

A voice coil design in which multiple layers are used on a Kapton coated coil form to create the rotor element in the speaker driver's linear motor. This allows greater power handling, and cooler operation.

KCL

Kirchoff's Current Law - A law stating that the total current entering a point or junction in a circuit must equal the sum of the current leaving that point or junction.

Kevlar Cones

Constructing speaker cones using Kevlar. Kevlar is an aramid fiber that is extremely strong and light, making it an excellent choice for speaker cones and bullet-proof vests.

Keypad

A panel usually made of metal or plastic with numbered push-button switches (like a touch-tone telephone) designed to provide access to certain types of control functions. Security, CD changers, and cellular systems represent typical examples.

KHz

Abbreviation for kilohertz, or 1000 cycles per second.

KVL

Kirchoff's Voltage Law - A law stating stating that the voltage supplied to a DC circuit must equal the sum of the voltage drops within the circuit .