IsoTek V5 Aquarius Mains Conditioner

The new V5 Aquarius mains conditioner by Isotek is an upgrade on the EVO3 model, and features six outlets, with two of these dedicated to high-current equipment like power amplifiers or subwoofers. Each outlet benefits from its own isolated circuitry, effectively making this unit six conditioners in one!

What Isotek say

The V5 Aquarius is a power cleaning and distribution system with 6 independent outlets each with its own dedicated power cleaning network, reducing Differential Mode and Common Mode noise and minimizing cross-contamination. It features 35% increased circuit board copper loading, improved direct current resistance, and 81,000A instantaneous protection. Two high-current outlets are provided for amps, subs, etc. and four medium-current sockets for other components. The V5 Aquarius resets the market standard for power cleaning.

Features

• Suitable for all audio or AV systems
• RFI reduction 60dB
• 6 optimised power cleaning circuits to effectively remove Common and Differential Mode mains noise
• 4 independent outlets for source components (6A)
• 2 independent high current outlets for power amps, active subwoofers, active speakers etc. (16A)
• Easy reset thermomagnetic fusing system
• 81,000A instantaneous protection, 40,000A continuous
• Fully star-earthed network
• Solid core Ohno Continuous Cast copper silver-plated internal wiring with FEP virtual air dielectric
• System Link outlet for extending the outlets and maintaining a starred earth reference
• Supplied with IsoTek EVO3 Premier power cable
• UK outlets

Design

IsoTek’s iconic Aquarius power cleaning system has been dramatically improved and boldly restyled. The V5 model is not only state of the art in its visual design, appearing hewn from a single block of aluminum but harness the latest technical innovations from a leading brand in the specialist field of power systems for audio and AV.

The V5 Aquarius is a power cleaning and distribution system with 6 individual outlets, each with its own power cleaning network to reduce Differential Mode and Common Mode noise and prevent cross-contamination between connected components. It measures 450mm x 350mm x 110mm.

The electrical architecture and design of the V5 Aquarius is dramatically improved. PCB design and topology has been reworked, offering over 35% impoved amperage and decreased resistance. Unique critical (bespoke) components have better overall tolerances with improved inductance and current handling. The new circuit offers twice the inductance, with 40% increase in current leading to more open sound staging, micro dynamics and detail with more immediate timing. Dramatically improved Direct Current Resistance (DCR) has been applied throughout the design. Part of the IsoTek goal being to reduce DCR bringing performance closer to the zero Ohms ideal, V5 Aquarius is at least 25% improved compared to its predecessor.

These technological improvements result in the V5 Aquarius delivering absolute power, unrestricted current delivery within what the power company can supply, and regulations allow.

The V5 design features two thermo magnetic fuses, one rated at 16A for the two high current power output sockets, delivering 3,680W at 230V or 1,840W at 115V. The second rated at 6A for the four remaining medium current output sockets, delivering 1,380W at 230V or 690W at 115V, these are dedicated for source components and feature IsoTek’s unique Adaptive Gating technology. This autosenses the connected load and gives the ideal optimal clean power based upon power draw.

The IsoTek thermo magnetic fuse system is an upgrade over a standard fuse, offering 1000 times better contact area and consistent strong connection.

KERP (Kirchhoff’s Equal Resistance Path) ensures equal resistance and equal power delivery to all outlets. The internal wiring is of the highest standard – ultra pure Ohno Continuous Cast copper solid core conductor strands with silver-plating offers low resistance and high amperage. A Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP) helix is wound around the conductor before an extruded FEP dielectric protects the conductor and creates a Virtual Dielectric of Air dielectric (VDA). This construction gives unrivalled performance and gives the ultimate low resistance, high performance internal power delivery system. Furthermore, 81,000A of instantaneous protection is provided, safeguarding valuable equipment via IsoTek’s unique sequential and repeatable protection system.

V5 Aquarius is a high-quality power conditioner from IsoTek that includes an award-winning Premier power cable and a System Link outlet for connecting multiple units while preserving earth reference and reducing the need for multiple wall outlet sockets. The internal wiring of IsoTek products and power cables maintain common design and material properties for optimal audio performance.