ISOTEK RELEASES V5 ELEKTRA ENTRY-LEVEL POWER CLEANING SYSTEM

IsoTek, the manufacturer of power optimisation devices for HiFi and AV systems, has launched the new, entry-level IsoTek V5 Elektra Power Cleaning System.

The V5 Elektra represents IsoTek’s new entry point into power cleaning.

IsoTek V5 Elektra Power Cleaning System in black

ISOTEK V5 ELEKTRA POWER CLEANING SYSTEM

Featuring six independent outlets with six individual power cleaning networks, the Elektra measures 450mm x 350mm x 106mm (W x D x H). It features two high current outlets (for amplifiers) driven by a two-stage high-current power cleaning network consisting of choke and double Pi filter designs. There are four medium-current outlets for source components, with each outlet using four independent, six-stage ‘delta filter’ power cleaning networks. These give almost 20 dB of power cleaning at 1kHz (reference 600 Ohms), which improves to nearly 40 dB at 10 kHz, ten times greater than the recommended standard. A further five independent filter stages are placed between each output combined with IsoTek’s Adaptive Gating system, which is double that of the EVO3 Aquarius and is designed to eliminate Differential Mode cross contamination between each power outlet.

SIX POWER CLEANING SYSTEMS IN ONE BOX

Many power filters of this style join output sockets together, running each in series connection. IsoTek says that this is an error of judgment as Differential Mode Noise, created by the connected load (your audio components), will cross-contaminate between the output sockets. The electrical architecture and multiple power cleaning networks, one for each output socket of the V5 Elektra, are designed to reduce both Differential Mode and Common Mode noise.

ISOTEK V5 ELEKTRA ELECTRICAL ARCHITECTURE AND CIRCUIT

The electrical architecture and design of the V5 Elektra are in keeping with IsoTek’s design. The printed circuit board (PCB) design and topology have twice the industry standard copper loading and are silver plated to improve amperage and decrease resistance. Unique bespoke components have better overall tolerances with improved inductance and current handling in comparison to IsoTek’s EVO3 range.

This new circuit offers twice the inductance and 40% more current when compared to the EVO3 Aquarius, improved Direct Current Resistance (DCR) has been applied throughout this new design. Part of the IsoTek goal is to reduce DCR, bringing performance closer to the zero Ohms ideal.

IsoTek V5 Elektra Power Cleaning System sockets

ABSOLUTE POWER

With so many improvements, the IsoTek V5 Elektra delivers 10A of absolute power and unrestricted current delivery (close to 16A transient). IsoTek products are always in keeping within the power company standard and what regulations allow for a 10A designed product.

KERP© (Kirchhoff’s Equal Resistance Path) ensures equal resistance and equal power delivery to all outlets. The internal wiring is a unique 2sqmm design featuring pure 6n oxygen-free copper conductor strands, each silver-plated. These offer low resistance and high amperage. An aerospace-grade Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) dielectric with very low dielectric resistance protects the conductors and gives what IsoTek says is an ideal conductor contact dielectric for the internal power delivery system.

The internal wiring of IsoTek products synergises with the range of IsoTek power cables, maintaining the commonality of design and material properties.

ISOTEK V5 ELEKTRA PROTECTION SYSTEM

The V5 Elektra delivers increased instantaneous protection up to 67,500A. It protects the circuit and safeguards your connected equipment via IsoTek’s sequential and repeatable protection system.

SYSTEM LINK

The V5 Elektra also contains a System Link outlet, allowing the connection of multiple units together whilst maintaining a star earth reference and preserving the need for multiple wall outlet sockets.

POWER CABLE

Included with the V5 Elektra is IsoTek’s Initium power cable.

ISOTEK V5 ELEKTRA POWER CLEANING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Number Of Outlets: 6 + System Link

Type Of Outlets: UK, EU, US, AU & CH

Mains Inlet: 10A LEC C14

Mains Voltage: 100-230V / 50-60Hz

Medium Current – 230V: X4 (5A – 1,150W Total)

Medium Current – 115V: X4 (5A – 575W Total)

High Current – 230V: X2 (10A – 2,300W Total)

High Current – 115V: X2 (10A – 1,150W Total)

System Link: X1

Surge Protection: 67,500A

Dimensions (W X H X D): 450 x 106 x 350mm

Weight: 9.0kg

IsoTek V5 Elektra Power Cleaning System in silver

ISOTEK V5 ELEKTRA POWER CLEANING SYSTEM PRICE

MRP UK: £1,595, distributed in the UK by Fine Sounds UK.

HiFi Pig Says: One of the often overlooked parts of the HiFi system, power cleaning and conditioning is growing in popularity.

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