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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Graham Slee Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: 22 Jun 2017 at 3:00pm
Originally posted by jwatson jwatson wrote:

The use of an XLR connector for power in an audio system just seems like a connection accident waiting to happen... 


There were mains rated XLRs and they look like this . . .



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However, it looks like these have been outlawed and are no longer manufactured.


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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Richardl60 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: 22 Jun 2017 at 6:54pm
Maybe I had missed the point on the XLR I had viewed and presumed it was the same type of socket as from Graham's psu but that is a Din plug I believe?
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Fatmangolf Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: 22 Jun 2017 at 8:08pm
It is easy for us to expect and assume GSP's high standards of construction will be to the same standard elsewhere. Best to check things!
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Graham Slee Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: 22 Jun 2017 at 8:15pm
The PSU1 DIN socket is on the low voltage DC output. This is OK. If it were on the mains input side we would be guilty of gross negligence!
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Richardl60 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: 22 Jun 2017 at 8:39pm
Yes as with the XLR on the 'other' product - the mains facing socket is an IEC.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Graham Slee Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: 24 Jun 2017 at 9:55am
James was talking about XLRs used as mains connectors and I illustrated the type which are mains rated, but these have probably been withdrawn over safety concerns, or legislation.

Fully insulated connectors are safer from an electric shock perspective, but plastics will melt and then can cause fires if over stressed.

Power supplies should never be covered or "insulated" with extraneous items which could cause them to overheat. They rely on air being in contact with them to dissipate heat, and on hot days this is more important than ever. We advise not to place a PSU1 on carpet as the pile can contact the base of the case which prevents air flow and results in a loss of cooling.
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I must admit I do quite like Graham's tower block arrangement for multiple PSUs and whilst I couldn't accommodate one maybe that is something you could add to your sales catalogue?
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