Can I use this amp in my house?


I've been looking at a power amplifier that has a 20 amp power cable. The tech specs say its maximum power consumption is 2400 watts. Would I need to have special wiring in the house to run this amp? If so, what would I need?

Thanks very much.

-- Howard


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Showing 2 responses by folkfreak

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

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.