Venom V16 Power Conditioner

The Venom Series V16 was designed using Shunyata Research’s latest advances in dynamic transient current delivery, CCI noise reduction and vibration management. It includes many of the features of our more expensive, award winning power conditioners and yet it is very attractively priced.

The Venom Series V16’s  proprietary noise reduction technology and exceptional 16 outlet capacity make it an ideal choice for home theater or complex music systems. The Venom V16’s technology and exceptional build quality provides a level of performance that is frankly unavailable from products priced two to three times higher.

There is no better example of Shunyata Research’s meteoric achievements in performance and value than that provided by the Venom Series V16 power distributor.

CCI™ ISOLATION FILTERS

Traditional power conditioners are designed to block incoming noise from outside the home, but do not address the noise that is generated by the electronic components themselves. In fact, most conditioners reflect noise back into other components connected to the power conditioner. CCI™ (Component-to-Component Isolation) is one of the most significant but often overlooked aspects to power system performance. The CCI™ filter consists of a proprietary multi-stage filter that reduces electrical noise and interference generated by a component’s power supply.

The Venom V16 is rated for a full 20-amps of continuous current allowing it to handle very demanding home theater systems, including multiple high power amplifiers. It features two independent noise reduction isolation zones, each with an eight outlet array. This allows for partitioning between source or application use. For example, use Zone A for digital and Zone B for analog in a home audio system or Zone A for visual and Zone B for audio equipment in a home theater system. This versatility offers unprecedented control in noise reduction capabilities at an astonishing value.

Shunyata Research’s  ArNi^® conductors are designed to be the finest quality wire available for power and audio purposes. They start life using the highest purity copper available – OFE C10100 (or Ohno single crystal). Then they are formed into “virtual hollow tubes” that we call VTX™.  The core of the conductor is completely hollow forcing the current to only travel through the periphery of the conductor, therby eliminating skin effects and random eddy currents.

— And finally, every ArNi^® wire undergoes our proprietary KPIP™ process.

ELECTROMAGNETIC BREAKER

Over-current protection is a requirement for today’s high current audio power distributors. The vast majority of manufacturers use an inexpensive thermal fuse or breaker. Both are specifically designed to heat up as the current level rises. This causes voltage drops, increased contact impedance, thermal noise, excessive heat generation and current limiting effects. There is a better solution — the hydraulic electromagnetic breaker that utilizes low-impedance relays and a sensing coil that reads the current level without heating up or limiting current. They can operate right up the to the maximum current level without heating up or limiting instantaneous current. They are rarely used in competitive products since they cost 10-20 times that of a common fuse or thermal breaker.  

Shunyata Research has created its own vibration dampening solutions, after many years of research into its negative effects. Mechanical vibration can be very destructive to system performance. Our power conditioners are designed from inception to include advanced forms of vibration control that improve the recovery of subtle musical detail and nuance. All chassis panels and internal structures are treated with vibration dampening panels. Each outlet is isolated from the chassis with a vibration-dampening gasket that reduces vibration conducted through the AC cables. All internal modules, filters, and electronics are encapsulated in a vibration-absorbent compound.

KPIP™ PROCESSING

Shunyata Research’s proprietary Kinetic Phase Inversion Process (KPIP) was developed to significantly reduce the amount of time required to burn-in cables and power conditioners. It also has a performance enhancing effect above and beyond simple burn-in. Four days of continuous KPIP™ processing dramatically reduces the ups and downs of new equipment burn-in while significantly improving sonic performance — delivering a more relaxed, natural and life-like presentation.

CRYOGENIC PROCESSING

Shunyata Research operates its own onsite Cryogenics International computer-controlled cryogenic plant. Liquid nitrogen is used to reduce the temperature of the contents to -320 degrees fahrenheit. The computer monitors and lowers the temperature by a single degree at a time to prevent thermal shock.

We use this process to improve the performance of connectors and various electrical components that are used in our power products and signal cabling.

Consider adding SSF-38 feet which includes 4 billet stainless steel feet. These beautiful feet enhance the appearance of the Venom V16 and greatly improve vibration performance.

SPECIFICATIONS
VENOM Series V16

Maximum Voltage
90-125 VAC r.m.s. unregulated (US)

Input Current Ratings
Maximum Continuous Current: 20A (US)

Output Current Ratings
Max Current/Outlet: 15A (US)

Transient Suppression
Maximum Transient Protection: 40,000 A @ 8/50 μs

Over-Current Protection
Hydraulic Electromagnetic Breaker

Wiring System
Dual 12-gauge ArNi® VTX™ Buss System
Ratings: 600 V 105° C

Noise Suppression
Input to Output (100 kHz – 30 MHz): > 24 dB reduction
Zone to Zone (100 kHz – 30 MHz): > 26 dB reduction

Isolation Zones
2 zones

Outlets & Connectors
Inlet: IEC C19R
US Outlets: 16 NEMA5-20R

Vibration Control
Vibration dampening panels (internal)
AC outlet dampening gaskets

Construction
Aluminum and steel chassis
Anodized, aluminum faceplate

Dimensions
Width: 17.0 inches (43.2 cm)
Depth: 9 inches (22.9 cm)
Height: 4.6 inches (11.7 cm)
Weight: 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)