Furutech FI-11-N1(R) High Performance C13 IEC connector

Description

The Furutech FI-11-N1(R) is a high-performance C13 IEC connector, designed for audiophile-grade applications where high-quality power delivery is critical for maintaining the purity of the audio signal. Furutech, a renowned brand in the high-end audio market, has developed this connector to ensure that power cables and systems deliver clean, stable power with minimal interference, improving the overall performance of high-end audio equipment.

• C13 IEC Connector Type:
  • The FI-11-N1(R) is a C13 IEC connector, one of the most common types of connectors used in audio and electronic equipment. It is typically found on power cables used to connect audio devices such as amplifiers, DACs, preamps, and power conditioners to the mains supply.
  • The C13 is a standard connector, making this high-performance version a perfect upgrade for those looking to improve power delivery in their system without changing the fundamental infrastructure.
• High-Quality Rhodium Plating:
  • The (R) in the product name stands for rhodium plating, which is applied to the contact surfaces of the connector. Rhodium is known for its exceptional durability, corrosion resistance, and electrical conductivity, making it an ideal material for high-end audio applications.
  • Rhodium’s hardness also ensures long-lasting performance, with minimal wear over time, even with frequent use or in challenging environments.
  • This plating helps reduce contact resistance and improves conductivity, ensuring that the power delivered to audio equipment is as clean and interference-free as possible.
• Pure Copper Conductors:
  • The internal parts of the FI-11-N1(R) are made from pure copper, which offers excellent electrical conductivity. Copper is an ideal material for ensuring that the power signal travels with minimal resistance, ensuring stable and clean power delivery to the connected devices.
  • This is crucial in high-fidelity audio systems, where any form of interference, noise, or resistance in the power chain can negatively affect the sound quality.
• Non-Magnetic Stainless-Steel Housing:
  • The FI-11-N1(R) features a non-magnetic stainless-steel housing, which minimizes any electromagnetic interference (EMI) or radio frequency interference (RFI) from affecting the power supply. By ensuring that these external factors are kept to a minimum, the power supply remains stable and clean, contributing to better audio clarity and less distortion.
  • The housing is also designed for durability and long-term use, ensuring that the connector maintains its performance over time.
• High-Performance Insulation:
  • The connector is designed with high-grade insulation to prevent electrical leakage and ensure safe use. This insulation helps to maintain the integrity of the power flow, reducing any potential noise or distortion caused by unwanted electrical interactions.
• Vibration Control:
  • Furutech also focuses on minimizing mechanical vibrations, which can affect both power delivery and sound quality. The FI-11-N1(R) is designed to dampen and control vibrations that might travel through the power connection, ensuring that they don’t interfere with the audio signal.

Applications:

• High-End Audio Systems:
  • The FI-11-N1(R) is ideal for use in audiophile-grade power cables that feed amplifiers, DACs, power conditioners, preamps, and other high-fidelity components. Clean, stable power delivery is critical in such setups, as even small improvements in power quality can result in noticeable differences in sound quality.
• DIY Power Cables:
  • Audiophiles and professionals who build or customize their own power cables will find the FI-11-N1(R) an excellent choice for ensuring high-quality, low-resistance connections. It is perfect for upgrading existing cables or creating custom power solutions tailored to specific systems.
• Professional Audio Environments:
  • In recording studios or other professional settings, where clean power is essential for maintaining the highest possible audio fidelity, the FI-11-N1(R) provides an easy way to upgrade the power supply chain.

Benefits:

• Improved Sound Quality:
  • One of the key benefits of the FI-11-N1(R) is the improvement in sound quality due to the rhodium-plated contacts and pure copper conductors. The reduction in contact resistance and the improved power transfer ensure that audio equipment receives clean power, resulting in better clarity, detail, and dynamics in the sound.
• Durability and Long-Term Reliability:
  • The rhodium plating and non-magnetic stainless-steel housing ensure that the connector is both durable and resistant to wear and corrosion, providing long-term reliability even with heavy use.
• Reduced Noise and Interference:
  • The non-magnetic housing and the use of high-quality materials help to minimize EMI and RFI, which can degrade sound quality by introducing noise into the signal chain. By reducing these forms of interference, the FI-11-N1(R) helps maintain a quiet, interference-free power supply, allowing the audio equipment to perform at its best.
• Vibration Reduction:
  • The design of the connector also helps to dampen vibrations that can affect both power and audio signals. This results in less distortion and a more stable soundstage, particularly in systems sensitive to vibration.

The Furutech FI-11-N1(R) High-Performance C13 IEC Connector is an excellent choice for audiophiles and professionals looking to upgrade their power supply chain and optimize their audio system’s performance. The combination of rhodium-plated contacts, pure copper conductors, and non-magnetic stainless-steel housing ensures that power is delivered with minimal resistance and interference, resulting in cleaner, clearer sound with improved dynamics. Whether you’re upgrading existing power cables or building custom solutions, the FI-11-N1(R) provides a high-quality solution designed to improve the overall performance and longevity of your audio equipment.

RATING
Type: 2-pole+earth
Rating: 10A/250V 15A/125V A.C.

FEATURES
Furutech is known the world over for a huge variety of top-quality OEM parts and delivers consistently superior results by following Pure Transmission principles; examine every link in the power and signal path and ultimately optimize each and every element.
The new FI-11-N1 series feature a new plating technique which delivers sonic improvements and a more durable finish. Also new to the series are metal cable clamps for firm grip and resonance control.
Japanese audio commentator, Masamitsu Fukuda says the following on the new plating:
“The new Rhodium plating offers high resolution, transparent and precise sound. The high signal-to-noise ratio delivers greater contrasts across the entire frequency spectrum along with tight and precise bass. Rhodium especially excels in the high frequencies which are detailed and clear. Overall rhodium yields a super responsive, delicate, expressive and neutral sound…”
“Gold plating is ideal for enthusiasts who prefer a flowing, somewhat warm and softer sound. With a slightly thicker layer of gold plating than before the sound is a touch more precise allowing a stable soundstage and a smoother tonal balance. With better response and dynamics the new cable yields a detailed, powerful bass and an overall expressive sound….”

SPECIFICATIONS
・α (Alpha) Phosphor bronze Conductor
・Floating Field Damper System* prevents induced magnetic fields
・Nylon /fiberglass front body, Polycarbonate shell
・(Black for 24k Gold and Silver version / Transparent Blue for Rhodium version)
・Specified for cable diameters of 6.6mm to 16.0mm (with a longer screw up to 20mm)
・Black nonmagnetic stainless cable damping clamp with stainless screws (M4 X 20mm L)
・Dimensions: Body length 44.0mm × 39.0mm dia. × 77.0mm overall length.