Should All Power Cables be Alike?
So, you recommend using a 10 or 12 gauge AC power cord - I assume that translates into a 20 AMP AC cord from the AC wall outlet to the power center? I have 20 AMP AC wire to my circuit breaker. The circuit breaker and dedicated line are rated 20 amps. Your PS Audio is 15 amps, so the wall receptacle would be a grounded 15 amp type. A 20 amp receptacle has different connectors. |
I ownhigh end power cords ! End to end would encompass the world!! Cardas 1000.00 Clear to Shunyata to Wireworld platinum power, and the beat goes on! Can power cords change sonic capabilities of electronics! Yes, they can! Is the incremental improvement worth the money! NO, it's not! Before you bear fangs and head for my throat, my statement is in my opinion! I have just short of 100k invested in a high end audio system! .Power cables won't change modest priced equipment into mega high end audio |
@lowrider57 good point, I missed that. 20 amp power cords have different connectors at the component end and will not fit on components with 15 amp IEC inlets. Most components have 15 amp IECs. The plug and connector ratings apply mostly to which IEC and outlet they'll work with. The current handling rating mostly comes into play when taking the gauge of the conductor into account. So a 12 or 10 gauge power cable could safely carry 20 amps of current. But you don't want to get a cord with 20 amp connectors because it won't fit into the back of your amp.. |
Wilmars - Firstly - I agree with the posts above - all cables make a difference - power cables are no different. - all stock power cables should be replaced - even to the power conditioner DIY solutions I have found to be very cost effective (i.e. most bang for the buck)... - MRI grade outlets from Take Five Audio - Sonar Quest Silver plated copper mains/IEC connectors from Ebay - DH Labs Power Plus bulk cable. - KLE Innovations RCA plugs I’ve tried high grade stuff from Furutech, but the above seemed to work just as well for a fraction of the cost. If you are serious about DIY take a look at... http://image99.net/blog/files/be8de0c383c5434907610d6b55049e69-75.html http://image99.net/blog/files/4127b5fe2694586e383104364360373b-74.html These are the best cables i have built - better than some esoteric brands I have tried costing thousands of dollars. Regards, Steve |
