Name: IsoTek EVO3 Initium
Brand: IsoTek
SKU: 191EVO3INT
Rating: 5 (9 reviews)

A great introduction to high-quality power cords

Did you know that the free-in-the-box power cord that comes standard with A/V components — even expensive ones — costs about 10 cents to manufacture. Those flimsy cords don't help your system's sound quality and can actually hurt it by limiting current flow and acting like an antenna for airborne noise.

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A great introduction to high-quality power cords

IsoTek's assortment of well-engineered, high-performance power cables leads off with the affordably-priced EVO3 Initium. It features high-quality materials and construction throughout to maximize AC current flow and minimize noise.

The EVO3 Initium uses high-purity "six 9s" oxygen-free copper (OFC) conductors that are plated with silver for improved conductivity. The conductors are in a parallel construction with a slight rotational twist which provides the first line of defense against radio frequency (RF) and electromagnetic (EM) interference.

For years we've searched for a quality $100 power cord so that audiophiles could experiment without breaking the bank. Initium fits the bill perfectly. It's suitable for midrange CD players, Blu-ray players, preamps, power amps, receivers, music servers, sound bars, and more. In most systems, Initium will lower the noise floor, improve bass extension and definition, and let you hear more low-level detail.

As with everything you purchase from Crutchfield, you have 60 days to try it out to make sure it meets your expectations.

Introducing IsoTek

IsoTek is an English company that has been building award-winning power conditioners and power cables for over 15 years, enhancing high-performance stereo and home theater systems around the world.

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Product highlights:

3-prong connector for wall outlet, 3-pole IEC "C15" connector for component
three silver-plated 99.9999% oxygen-free copper (OFC) conductors offer enhanced conductivity
PE (polyethylene) insulation around each of the three conductors
IsoTek's molded audiophile-grade OFC (90% copper/10% zinc) connectors feature robust nickel plating
strong, flexible PVC jacket
maximum current capacity: 10 amps
warranty: 3 years
MFR # ISOTEK EVO3 INITIUM C15

What's in the box:

1.5-meter EVO3 Initium power cable (green) with C-15 and US 3-pin plugs
Isotek product brochure

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Features

Overview: IsoTek EVO3 Initium power cables are designed to replace the cheap power cables that are included in the box of most audio/video components. Initium power cables use high quality materials to deliver outstanding performance with a dramatic reduction of noise. These cables are recommended for CD players, preamps, tuners, power amplifiers, Blu-ray players, TVs, soundbars, and many other home electronics. This EVO3 Initium power cable is 1.5 meters (59") in length, with a standard US 3-pin plug and an IEC C-15 connector.

Construction: EVO3 Initium power cables feature three parallel conductors that are precisely wound inside the jacket with a slight rotational twist to reject RFI and EMI noise. The individual parts of the cable include:

Conductors: The three 2.0sqmm conductors are made of silver-plated, 99.9999% OFC (oxygen-free copper) to provide exceptional conductivity.
Dielectric: Each conductor has a PE (polyethylene) dialectric. This chemically inert insulation provides an excellent shielding over a wide frequency range. Polyethylene is low in friction, but highly resistant to cracks due to stress, making it a safe insulation from temperature extremes.
Filler: Spaces around the conductors are filled with multi-strand cotton, which gives the cable internal strength. It also provides additional insulation, and reduces contact noise that may introduce unwanted electrical noise.
Wrap: The three conductors are wrapped with a paper material prior to applying the outer jacket. The paper wrap and cotton filler form a buffer with the PVC jacket to maintain the cable's exceptional dielectric properties.
Jacket: The highly flexible PVC outer jacket makes the cable easier to handle, and provides additional strength.
Terminals: IsoTek power cables are terminated with high grade molded connectors with solid OFC (90% copper/10% zinc) and nickel-plated conductors.

Specifications:

Conductor Material: Silver-plated 99.9999% OFC (oxygen-free copper)
Dielectric Constance: 2.25
Power Rating: 10 Amp
Cable Length: 1.5 meters (59")
Cable Outer Diameter: 10mm (0.4")
Connectors: Standard US 3-pin plug -- IEC C15 connector
Connector Diameter: 1.44"

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