Thanks very much for this detailed explanation. If I end up getting the amp -- a Cambridge Audio 851W -- I'll print it out and give it to our electrician.
-- Howard
-- Howard
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Your dealer told you wrong information. That amp does not use near 2400 watts. Here is the info showing 800 watts total . A 15 amp circuit is sufficient! https://www.cambridgeaudio.com/products/851/851a |
Loads of amps (for example many Audio Research amps like my Ref 40 and Phono 2SE or my VTL MB 450s) use 20A female IECs like this. They do not need a special outlet. Also they use standard male plugs just like all the other items in your hifi, youll just need a 20A IEC power cord. The 2400W rating is a peak value that is likely to be reached rarely if ever and likely only for an instant. Clearly don't try to plug this in to an extension cord (and as others have noted make sure your wiring is up to spec) but other than that you should have no issues. |
Ps @yogiboy is wrong he gave the specs for the 851A, which clearly Has a 15A IEC. The 851W amp is specified at 2400w peak see the tech specs here https://www.cambridgeaudio.com/products/851/851w |
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