Cool it!


Greetings to All,
How do you cool your hot amp?
Do you fan air in or away?
From the top or the bottom.
Is proper ventilation enough to keep the amp cool and healthy?
What is the science and your experiences behind this practice? 

Long Live HiFi!
Thank you
tomavodka

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Ebm,
I understand.... I just aquired a class A, Krell Amp. The previous owner had it a ac cooled ventilation set up. I'm aware these types of amps create substantial amount of heat. My room is temperature controlled but with the summer months  I  wanted to properly assistance ventilation.. I'm aware that high heat and poor ventilation shortens the life of stero amplifications.

Thank You for your thoughts! 
And stay safe!



Which Krell do you have. I have the KSA-80B and while it runs warm, it does not get hot. Perhaps refer to the owners manual and see what they reccomend for a temp. Does it trip the fail safe? I drive my one Ohm Apogee Scintillas and I have never tripped the saftey. It might be that your amplifier needs to have its bias adjusted, or perhaps its time for a tune up. I had mine rebuilt at the Factory about a year ago. You might also call Customer Service at Krell and ask them.  

Mr.bailyhill,
It's a pandemic project and my first experience with class A amps.
I aquired the Krell FBP 400cx stereo amplifier. I'm in the process of  preparing my electrical requirements for proper placement and operation. All this before I enjoy blowing my walls out. I like to take informed steps  from  everyday users. 

Thank You for your input! Be well..
👆 correct! That's my Ideal setting as well. My Amp is a heater so I just want it to be as comfy as I am so it can sing all summer night long!

Thanks for sharing and stay safe!