Clarus Aqua MkII High Current Power Cable

Clarus Aqua MkII High Current Power Cable Product Description: 

Aqua - Exquisite Sound Reproduction for Discriminating Audiophiles

Clarus Aqua cables deliver many of the standout performance features found in the Crimson series, albeit with slightly smaller wire gauges. This reduction in size is not due to any form of scaling down but rather the result of meticulous design and evaluation by Clarus engineers. They have fine-tuned each Aqua cable to achieve peak performance from its unique topology. Similar to the Crimson cables, the Aqua series employs a multi-gauge configuration with three specially shaped and individually insulated conductors, offering exceptional bass, midrange, and high frequencies. This design ensures remarkable imaging and definition across the entire sound spectrum. The use of ultra-low-distortion PCCC conductors contributes to enhanced clarity, while the precision-formulated polyethylene (PE) insulation minimizes loss and ensures superior imaging and sound definition. The Clarus Aqua cables stand out in the audiophile market for their patented design breakthroughs and sound reproduction, much like their Crimson counterparts.

Hear Deeply into Your Favorite Recordings

Clarus high-current power cables are expertly designed for power-hungry components like amplifiers, receivers, and powered subwoofers. These cables are crafted to minimize noise, support a 50/60 Hz low-frequency AC signal, and meet the current demands of audio components without compromising dynamics. To ensure a low noise floor for sensitive equipment, Clarus uses proprietary winding techniques and dual shielding, effectively limiting EMI egress, ingress, and noise from a building’s electrical grid. Recognizing the importance of vibration isolation—since line and neutral alternate back and forth 60 times per second—Clarus handcrafts its power cables with a specialized dielectric formula specifically developed to dampen AC vibrational noise.

The Purest Copper Available for the Purest Sound Possible

Clarus meticulously designs its cables for discerning audiophiles by using the purest copper available. Their Pure Continuous Cast Copper (PCCC) is crafted through a unique proprietary mold extrusion process, resulting in substantial lengths of single-crystal copper. This copper is directional, free of impurities, flexible, and corrosion-resistant. It also boasts low electrical resistance and features non-crystal boundaries that are structurally perfect, ensuring optimal performance in high-fidelity audio systems.

The Importance of Conductor Geometry in Power Delivery

Power amplifiers often draw current in pulses, and any excess resistance in a power cable can restrict the peak levels of these pulses, potentially limiting the transient response of the amplifier. To ensure that power cables can handle these demands without compromising performance, Clarus high-current power cables utilize a combination of conductor sizes. This innovative approach fully retains transients, ensuring that the dynamic range of the audio is preserved. Additionally, the design addresses the issue of distortion-inducing magnetic fields caused by twisting insulated conductors in a bundle. By alternating the twist in the conductor design, Clarus high-current power cords effectively cancel out magnetic fields, eliminating distortion and delivering clean, powerful sound.

Dual Shielding Reduces RF and EMI Noise

Clarus high-current power cables are engineered with dual shielding layers specifically designed to minimize RF- and electromagnetic-induced noise. This meticulous approach effectively reduces interference, resulting in an exceptionally low noise floor. With this enhanced clarity, you can experience your favorite recordings with greater depth and detail, allowing the music to shine through with remarkable purity.

Mark II — The Final Connection – High Current Power Cables

Clarus Mark II high-current power cords are expertly terminated with high-performance US Type B and IEC C15 connectors, designed to ensure a secure and reliable connection. To address the common issue of accidental disconnection in IEC receptacles, Clarus has developed a proprietary high-retention C15 connector. This design features a raised collar on the molded end of the IEC C15 connector, which, when inserted into an IEC receptacle, clicks securely into place, providing a tight fit.

The connector contacts and termination pins are crafted from C1100 pure copper, renowned for its superior electrical and thermal conductivity, and rated at 101% electrical conductivity by the International Annealed Copper Society (IACS). To prevent oxidation and ensure long-term performance, the copper is gold-plated. These high-conductivity materials are chosen to provide exceptionally low resistance, contributing to superior sound characteristics.

The connector housing is machined from polymethylene (POM), a material known for its excellent mechanical strength and vibration damping properties, which help reduce noise. The housing is further reinforced with a multi-layer of brass and carbon fiber, providing additional shielding to keep noise from entering the AC signal. A heavy-duty strain relief design adds a final layer of protection, ensuring safe and long-term reliability.

Crafted with Clarus MKII Type B and IEC C15 connectors, these high-current power cables stand out with innovative engineering breakthroughs and enhanced high-end performance, offering an unparalleled experience for audiophiles. Clarus high-current power cables are packaged and sold as single cables.