Motorola PMLN8079 Earpiece Cloth Clip

What is the Motorola PMLN8079 Earpiece Cloth Clip?

The Motorola PMLN8079 is an OEM replacement earpiece cloth clip designed for use with the audio accessories included with Motorola CLPe series two-way radios, specifically the CLP1010e and CLP1080e. Its primary function is to fasten the earpiece wire to clothing, keeping the cord stable and out of the way during active use. Each bag contains 10 clips.

Specifications

Note: Motorola does not publish dimensional or weight specifications for this accessory. Physical dimensions and exact weight are not available from manufacturer documentation at this time.

What's in the Box

• 10 x Motorola PMLN8079 earpiece cloth clips

No additional hardware, documentation, or accessories are included. This is a consumable replacement part sold in a standard pack of 10.

Who This Product Is For

The PMLN8079 is a purpose-built consumable for operations that issue Motorola CLPe radios to staff. Because the stock cloth clip is a small, easily misplaced component, facilities that manage radio fleets of any size typically keep a supply of replacements on hand. The following environments represent the most common use cases:

Restaurants and Food Service

The CLPe radio was designed from the ground up for restaurant use. Kitchen staff, servers, hosts, and managers communicate via earpiece to avoid shouting across service areas. A missing or broken clip means the earpiece cord is loose and can catch on aprons, trays, or kitchen equipment. Replacement clips are a routine maintenance item for these operations.

Hotels and Hospitality

Front desk agents, housekeeping supervisors, concierge staff, and security personnel in hotel environments often wear their radios throughout long shifts. The cloth clip keeps the earpiece cord flat against clothing, which matters for guest-facing staff where appearance and discretion are a consideration.

Retail Environments

Retail workers who move between stockrooms, sales floors, and fitting rooms benefit from a secured earpiece cord. A loose wire is both a nuisance and a potential snag hazard in merchandise-dense environments.

Healthcare and Medical Offices

Clinics and medical facilities that use CLPe radios for staff coordination often have hygiene-sensitive requirements. Because clips are shared between shifts or replaced when visibly worn, having a bulk supply available supports ongoing sanitation practices.

Event Venues and Theaters

Stage managers, front-of-house coordinators, and venue security staff frequently use discreet earpiece setups. A secured cord is important in environments where movement is constant and a dangling wire would be distracting or hazardous.

Radio Fleet Managers

Any IT or operations team managing a fleet of 10 or more CLPe radios will encounter clip attrition over time. Purchasing replacement clips in quantity is standard practice for fleet maintenance.

Key Features

• OEM Motorola replacement part — same clip supplied with new CLPe radios from the factory
• Compatible with the earpieces designed for the CLP1010e and CLP1080e (CLPe series)
• Attaches earpiece wire to clothing to reduce cord movement during use
• Helps prevent cord tangling and snagging on clothing or equipment
• Sold in bags of 10, suited to fleet maintenance and multi-user environments
• Cloth construction allows attachment to fabric without damaging garments
• Compact and lightweight; adds no noticeable weight or bulk to the earpiece setup

Frequently Asked Questions

What radios is the Motorola PMLN8079 compatible with?

The PMLN8079 is designed for use with the Motorola CLPe series two-way radios, specifically the CLP1010e (1-channel) and CLP1080e (8-channel). It is intended to work with the earpiece accessories supplied with or designed for these radios — including the PMLN8077 swivel earpiece and the PMLN8190 surveillance earpiece. It is not designed for or confirmed compatible with older CLP series radios (CLP1010, CLP1040, CLP1080) or other Motorola radio lines.

Is the PMLN8079 compatible with the original CLP series (non-"e" models)?

No. The CLPe series (CLP1010e, CLP1080e) uses different audio accessories than the original CLP series (CLP1010, CLP1040, CLP1080). Earpiece accessories and associated hardware like this clip are specific to the CLPe platform and are not backward-compatible with the earlier CLP models. If you are using original CLP radios, you will need accessories listed specifically for those models.

How many clips come in a package?

Each bag of PMLN8079 contains 10 earpiece cloth clips. This quantity is suited to operations that manage multiple CLPe radios and need replacement clips for regular maintenance, lost items, or new earpiece setups.

What does the earpiece cloth clip actually do?

The cloth clip attaches the wire of the earpiece to the user's clothing — typically a collar, lapel, or shirt front. This keeps the earpiece cord positioned close to the body, reducing the likelihood of the cord swinging freely, tangling with other equipment, or snagging on clothing or fixtures during movement. It does not affect audio performance; it is strictly a cord management accessory.

Does the PMLN8079 work with the PMLN8190 surveillance earpiece?

The PMLN8079 clip is designed for use with CLPe earpiece accessories broadly. The PMLN8190 surveillance earpiece includes a wire clip as part of its design, but the PMLN8079 serves as a replacement clip if the original is lost or damaged. Both the PMLN8077 swivel earpiece and the PMLN8190 surveillance earpiece are CLPe-compatible accessories that use this style of cloth clip for cord management.

Can I use the PMLN8079 with earpieces from other manufacturers?

The PMLN8079 is designed as an OEM part for Motorola CLPe earpiece accessories and is specified by Motorola for that purpose. Whether it physically fits a third-party earpiece cord depends on the cord diameter and clip design of that accessory. Motorola does not publish compatibility data for use with non-Motorola accessories, so compatibility outside of the CLPe earpiece lineup cannot be confirmed.

Where does the cloth clip attach — to the earpiece or to clothing?

The clip attaches to the clothing (collar, shirt placket, jacket lapel, etc.), not to the earpiece itself. The earpiece cord runs through or is held by the clip, which then fastens to the fabric of the garment. This positions the cord flat against the user's body rather than letting it hang freely.