{"product_id":"motorola-pmln8502","title":"Motorola PMLN8502A MOTOTRBO R2 Audio Jack Retainer Clip Kit (25-Pack)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTool-Free Audio Accessory Retainer Clip Kit for MOTOTRBO \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e (25-Pack)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGenuine Motorola Solutions Original 25-pack audio connector retainer clips designed to prevent jack wear and strain on MOTOTRBO \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e portables.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eMotorola PMLN8502A\u003c\/b\u003e (also cataloged as \u003cb\u003ePMLN8502\u003c\/b\u003e) is an authentic original equipment manufacturer (OEM) bulk pack of 25 audio accessory retainer clips engineered specifically for the Motorola MOTOTRBO \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e portable two-way radio. Designed for manufacturing plants, security operations, educational campuses, construction sites, and equipment rental depots, this maintenance hardware secures external earpiece and speaker microphone plugs to the radio chassis. Sourced directly from our verified inventory of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/collections\/motorola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMotorola Two-Way Radios \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, the PMLN8502A protects your \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e fleet against premature audio port wear, broken pins, and intermittent voice connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeated plugging and unplugging of audio accessories, combined with cable snagging on jobsite machinery, places heavy mechanical stress on a radio's side connector. The \u003cb\u003eMotorola PMLN8502A\u003c\/b\u003e provides an essential structural barrier that braces connected accessory plugs flush against the radio body, absorbing lateral tension and preventing accidental disconnections in active work zones compliant with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOSHA Standards\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Engineered to withstand heavy vibration and snag shock tested under \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/quicksearch.dla.mil\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoD Standards\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (MIL-STD-810H), each retainer clip snaps on effortlessly by hand without requiring screwdrivers or specialized bench tools. By ensuring that accessory plugs remain securely seated against the side port gaskets, these clips help preserve the radio's factory dust and water resistance certified under \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iec.ch\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIEC Standards\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (IEC 60529 IP55).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrevents Internal Audio Jack Damage\u003c\/b\u003e: Shields internal circuit board audio sockets from mechanical stress, lateral torque, and pin breakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTool-Free Snap-Lock Installation\u003c\/b\u003e: Installs and removes by hand in seconds, allowing quick accessory changes without carrying screwdrivers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBulk 25-Piece Fleet Pack\u003c\/b\u003e: Economical multi-pack provides ample replacement inventory for radio technicians, rental fleets, and maintenance shops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLocks Audio Connectors Firmly\u003c\/b\u003e: Prevents loose connections, static, and dropped transmissions caused by shifting earpiece plugs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePreserves IP55 Sealing Alignment\u003c\/b\u003e: Ensures accessory weather-sealing gaskets compress evenly against the radio housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-Impact Industrial Polymer\u003c\/b\u003e: Molded from durable, flexible resin designed to withstand repeated flexing, drops, and temperature shifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotorola Solutions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePMLN8502A \/ PMLN8502\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudio Accessory Connector Retainer Clip Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 Retainer Clips (Bulk Pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTarget Radio Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotorola MOTOTRBO \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTool-Free Snap-On Attachment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrain Relief \u0026amp; Retention for 2-Pin Audio Accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Impact Injection-Molded Polymer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor \/ Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte Black Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompatible Motorola Portable Two-Way Radios\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Accessories \u0026amp; Replacement Hardware\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudio Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-hkln4604\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMotorola HKLN4604B Swivel Earpiece with In-Line Mic \u0026amp; PTT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Comfortable C-ring swivel earpiece with 2-pin connector that locks securely into the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e using the PMLN8502A retainer.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBench \u0026amp; Maintenance Tools\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/motorola-tl000178a01\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMotorola TL000178A01 R2 Chassis \u0026amp; Knob Opener Tool\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e – Authentic OEM service hand tool engineered to safely open the MOTOTRBO \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e housing and remove rotary knobs without cosmetic damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/blogs\/news\/two-way-radio-maintenance-tips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Essential Two-Way Radio Maintenance Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/collections\/motorola\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrowse All Motorola Two-Way Radios \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between part numbers ending in \"A\", \"B\", or having no letter?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no functional, mechanical, or operational difference. Motorola Solutions uses trailing letter suffixes (such as A, B, or C) to designate internal manufacturing revisions and production lots. A part number cataloged as PMLN8502, PMLN8502A, or a subsequent revision shares identical dimensions, polymer materials, and compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the primary function of the Motorola PMLN8502A retainer clip?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PMLN8502A snaps onto the MOTOTRBO \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e side accessory connector to lock external audio plugs (such as earpieces and remote microphones) securely in place. It absorbs physical cable pull and strain, preventing damage to the radio’s internal audio jack contacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need any tools to install or remove these clips?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The retainer clips are engineered for completely tool-free installation. They snap securely into the radio housing recesses by hand and release easily when intentionally unlatched for accessory swaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy is this kit sold in a 25-pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall retention clips and side port dust covers are common wear items that can be misplaced in high-turnover commercial, industrial, and rental environments. The 25-pack allows service managers and depot technicians to maintain ready inventory for fleet maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this retainer clip fit the Motorola \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-cp200d-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eCP200d\u003c\/a\u003e?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. While the MOTOTRBO \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e uses a 2-pin audio interface similar to the legacy \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-cp200d-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eCP200d\u003c\/a\u003e, the exterior chassis contours and snap-retention grooves are unique to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e platform. The PMLN8502A is designed exclusively for the MOTOTRBO \u003ca href=\"\/products\/motorola-r2-digital-analog-portable-two-way-radio\"\u003eR2\u003c\/a\u003e housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1-year manufacturer’s replacement warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Motorola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46629220057262,"sku":"PMLN8502A","price":234.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/0845\/4744\/files\/PMLN8502Aa_3ba7eefa-6047-4352-8be4-722b4e7684d6.png?v=1793892928","url":"https:\/\/www.atlanticradiocorp.com\/products\/motorola-pmln8502","provider":"Atlantic Radio Communications Corp. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}