2. amps-preamps
  3. 1376973857

regarging components that have a 20a AC IEC

I just bought a pair of monoblock amps that are fitted with 20 amp IEC's. I can't stand stock power cords so will need to replace these ASAP. I have some very high-end DIY power cords that will do very nicely but they have the 15Amp Oyaide 046 plugs. A pair of the 20Amp Oyaide 246 will set me back about $250 and I'd really prefer to not spend the extra bucks. Any thoughts on pulling out the 20Amp IEC's and installing regular 15Amp IEC's? Thanks.
lcherepkai

Showing 1 response by almarg

almarg's avatar
Ag insider logo xs@2x
almarg
9,670 posts
 
Instead of incurring the trouble and possible risk involved in installing an inexpensive 15 amp connector in the amplifiers, why not just put an inexpensive 20 amp connector at the equipment end of your DIY power cords?

In saying that, I'm of course assuming that the wiring in your "very high end" DIY cords is sufficiently rated to be able to handle 20 amps.

Regards,
-- Al
More to discover