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Post by TempTag on Dec 27, 2021 0:42:22 GMT -5
When mounting in an equipment rack using rack ears, can one stack multiple BasX amps together with no space in between, or does Emotiva recommend leaving space above or below each BasX amp open for ventilation? (I did not see any guidance in the manual.)
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Post by vcautokid on Dec 27, 2021 5:20:00 GMT -5
For the BAS-X amplifiers or any amplifier I would follow the 1 to 2 RU spacing to allow for ventilation as the BAS-X like any amplifier produces heat.
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Post by TempTag on Dec 27, 2021 6:05:14 GMT -5
Thanks!
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Post by novisnick on Dec 27, 2021 7:22:30 GMT -5
Always allow heat an escape path. Enjoy!
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Post by leonski on Dec 27, 2021 18:09:36 GMT -5
MORE space is always better........ALWAYS.
Caps in PS are probably 86c rated.....this sets an upper temp for the PS.
Semiconductors work best at more ......reasonable......temps......
I can't remember the rule, but higher temps LOWER lifetime of such devices.....
I'd add that you generally do NOT want to blow air 'in' since there is no place for it to go.
Allow for naturall convection and create a path OUT with added suction blowing OUT......
Be ready to do regular DUSTING of the interior
don't forget? ABOUT 1/2 of the power used will turn into heat IN THE AMP......Most of the rest?
Into heat IN THE SPEAKER, which might be 5% efficient at best....
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Post by kenken on Mar 22, 2023 10:48:37 GMT -5
How do you do that dusting of the interior?
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Post by ttocs on Mar 22, 2023 11:42:07 GMT -5
How do you do that dusting of the interior? With a tiny feather duster made from Hummingbird feathers. Sorry, just had to. Canned air, quick, short bursts. |
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Post by kenken on Mar 24, 2023 12:46:35 GMT -5
How do you do that dusting of the interior? With a tiny feather duster made from Hummingbird feathers. Sorry, just had to. Canned air, quick, short bursts. Do you open it up or just blow the air through the ventilation slots on the top? |
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Post by cawgijoe on Mar 24, 2023 13:03:07 GMT -5
With a tiny feather duster made from Hummingbird feathers. Sorry, just had to. Canned air, quick, short bursts. Do you open it up or just blow the air through the ventilation slots on the top? I would take the top off. |
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Post by ericm on Jul 21, 2023 13:52:55 GMT -5
I just purchased the BasX A3 and BasX A4. I am not rack mounting them, but can I stack one on the other? Would the feet provide adequate spacing between the amps for heat dissipation? The spot is fairly open to 3 sides. Thanks.
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Post by ttocs on Jul 23, 2023 16:27:36 GMT -5
I just purchased the BasX A3 and BasX A4. I am not rack mounting them, but can I stack one on the other? Would the feet provide adequate spacing between the amps for heat dissipation? The spot is fairly open to 3 sides. Thanks. Try it. It'll probably be ok. If the A3 is for the Left/Center/Right then put that one on top. My BasX A-800 never gets above room temperature on top. |
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