Furman P-8 Pro C – 20A Rugged Rackmount Power Conditioner

Product Overview

The Furman P-8 Pro C is a 20A rackmount power conditioner engineered for high-current AV racks that run power amplifiers and other heavy-draw equipment. Built around a high-inrush 20A magnetic circuit breaker and a road-worthy steel chassis, this rugged power conditioner delivers Series Multi-Stage Protection without front lights or metering, keeping the design simple and dependable. It is a workhorse choice for amplifier racks, broadcast equipment rooms, and touring or installed systems where reliable surge protection and AC noise filtration are required. The P-8 Pro C provides a clean, protected power foundation for any 20A commercial AV rack.

Product Description

The P-8 Pro C carries a 2400-watt rating with a high-inrush 20A magnetic circuit breaker built to handle the demanding loads of power amplifiers and other high-draw gear. It provides nine total outlets, eight on the rear panel and one on the front panel, split across two isolated banks to reduce inter-component interference and noise contamination. All nine outlets are linearly filtered and surge protected. The single-rack-space steel chassis is built to survive transport and continuous duty in commercial AV racks.

Protection comes from Furman's SMP+ (Series Multi-Stage Protection) with Extreme Voltage Shutdown, providing non-sacrificial surge suppression with zero ground contamination, plus an over/under-voltage shutoff that disconnects equipment outside safe limits. Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT) lowers the AC noise floor for cleaner audio and video performance, which matters in broadcast studio, house of worship, and auditorium signal chains. The unit forgoes front lights and metering but includes a rear-panel BNC connector that powers a standard 12V gooseneck lamp for rear-rack illumination.

If your rack needs front-panel monitoring and pull-out lights, consider the Furman PL-8C 15A power conditioner with nine outlets and pull-out lights. For a 20A model that adds an LED voltmeter and dual pull-out lamps, the Furman PL-PRO C 20A power conditioner with voltmeter is a comparable upgrade.

Key Features

• 20A Current Rating — A 20A maximum current rating with a high-inrush magnetic circuit breaker supports power amplifiers and high-draw equipment in demanding racks.
• 2400-Watt Capacity — A 2400-watt rating provides ample headroom for amplifier-heavy and high-current AV racks.
• SMP+ Surge Protection — Furman's non-sacrificial Series Multi-Stage Protection clamps spikes without degrading over time and introduces zero ground contamination.
• Extreme Voltage Shutdown — EVS circuitry disconnects the unit and connected equipment when line voltage falls below 90V or rises above 140 VAC.
• Linear Filtering Technology — LiFT AC filtering lowers the noise floor for cleaner audio and video, rated at 10 dB at 10 kHz, 40 dB at 100 kHz, and 50 dB at 500 kHz.
• Nine Total Outlets — Eight rear-panel outlets and one front-panel outlet are arranged across two isolated banks to reduce inter-component noise.
• Rear BNC Lamp Connector — A rear-panel BNC connector powers a standard 12V 0.5A gooseneck lamp for rear-rack illumination.
• Rugged Rack-Mount Chassis — A road-worthy single-rack-space steel chassis with included rack ears mounts directly into standard 19-inch racks.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio
• Auditorium
• House of worship
• Conference room
• Commercial meeting space
• Training room

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the P-8 Pro C suitable for a power amplifier rack?

Yes. It carries a 20A rating and a 2400-watt capacity with a high-inrush magnetic circuit breaker, which is designed specifically for the heavy loads of power amplifiers and other high-draw equipment.

How does it mount in a standard AV rack?

It occupies a single rack space in a 19-inch rack and ships with rack ears included. The captive 10 ft 3/14 AWG cord uses a NEMA 5-20P plug, so the installation circuit must provide a matching 20A receptacle.

Does it have a voltmeter or front lights?

No. The P-8 Pro C is a no-frills model without front metering or pull-out lights. If you need an LED voltmeter and pull-out lamps, the Furman PL-PRO C is a comparable 20A option.

How does it integrate with sensitive AV equipment?

Two isolated outlet banks minimize inter-component noise, and LiFT linear filtering lowers the AC noise floor, supporting clean signal in broadcast, house of worship, and auditorium systems.

Can I add rear-rack lighting?

Yes. A rear-panel BNC connector powers any standard 12V 0.5A gooseneck lamp for rear-rack illumination; the lamp is sold separately.

What warranty applies and how do I get support?

The P-8 Pro C carries a 3-year limited warranty. For warranty processing, product support, and integration questions, contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net.