Pangea Audio IEC-to-C5 Adapter - Cryogenically Treated Model
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Pangea Audio IEC-to-C5 Adapter - Cryogenically Treated Model
What It Does and Who It's For
Some audio and home theater components use a C5 power inlet — a small, rounded three-pin socket sometimes called a "cloverleaf" or "Mickey Mouse" connector. It is common on certain CD players, DVD and Blu-ray players, cable and satellite boxes, and some laptops.
Most aftermarket power cables — including Pangea's AC-14 family — terminate in a standard IEC C13 plug. That's the larger rectangular three-prong connector used on most audio gear. It will not fit a C5 inlet directly. This adapter bridges that gap, letting you connect the cable you want to the component you have.
C5 (this adapter fits): A small, rounded three-pin socket — two curved pins and one flat ground pin in a triangular shape. Often called a "cloverleaf" or "Mickey Mouse" connector. Found on many CD and DVD players, cable boxes, and some compact audio gear.
C7 (two-prong figure-8): Two oval holes with no ground pin. If your component has this, you need a dedicated C7 cable — not this adapter.
C13 (standard IEC): A larger rectangular three-hole socket. If your component has this, you can plug a Pangea power cable directly into it — no adapter needed.
Not sure which one you have? Call us at 800-942-0220 and we'll help you identify it before you order.
What Is Cryogenic Treatment?
Cryogenic treatment is a process where metal parts are slowly cooled to extremely low temperatures — around −300°F (−184°C) — and then slowly brought back to room temperature. This is not the same as simply freezing something. The process is carefully controlled and takes many hours.
The treatment is used in manufacturing to reduce stress in metal and refine its grain structure — the microscopic arrangement of atoms inside the metal. Metals used in industrial tools and automotive parts are sometimes cryo-treated to improve durability and wear resistance. These are measurable, documented effects in industrial applications.
Whether cryogenic treatment makes an audible difference in audio components is a genuinely contested question. Experienced engineers and audiophiles disagree. Pangea Audio offers this treated version for listeners who want to try it. We sell both versions and make no claim that one will sound better than the other in your system. Our 60-day money-back guarantee lets you decide for yourself.
Pairs Well With
This adapter is the connection between a Pangea power cable and your C5-equipped component. Here's what it unlocks.
- Pangea Audio AC-14XL MkII Power Cable — Pangea's flagship source-component power cable. Pair it with this adapter to bring it to any C5-equipped player or source component. See the full Pangea Audio line.
- Pangea Audio AC-14SE MkII Power Cable — The Signature Edition, with Cardas Grade One Copper conductors and a silver-plated braided shield. See the full Pangea Audio line.
- Pangea Audio AC-14 MkII Power Cable — The entry-level 14 AWG option. A practical, affordable upgrade for any C5 source component. See the full Pangea Audio line.
- Pangea Audio IEC-to-C5 Adapter — Standard Model — The same adapter without cryogenic treatment, at a lower price point. If you want to try the connection first, start here. See the full Pangea Audio line.
- CD & SACD Players — One of the most common C5-inlet devices in a home audio system. Browse CD Players at Audio Advisor.
- Power Conditioners — Clean AC power works alongside better cables and adapters to feed your components consistently. Browse Power Conditioners at Audio Advisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between this and the Standard Model?
The only difference is cryogenic treatment. The Standard Model uses the same physical adapter without that extra processing step. The two adapters are otherwise identical. If you're curious about cryo treatment and want to hear whether it makes a difference in your system, this version lets you try it. If you'd rather not pay extra for it, the Standard Model is the right choice.
Does cryogenic treatment actually improve the sound?
That depends on who you ask. In industrial settings, cryo treatment has documented effects on metal structure and durability. Whether those changes translate to an audible improvement in audio gear is disputed — some experienced listeners report a difference, others don't. Pangea Audio offers this version for those who want to try it. We won't promise you'll hear a change, and we won't tell you that you won't. That's what the 60-day guarantee is for.
What's the difference between a C5 and a standard IEC connector?
A standard IEC C13 connector is the larger rectangular three-prong plug found on most audio gear. The C5 is a smaller, rounded three-prong connector — sometimes described as shaped like a cloverleaf or Mickey Mouse ears. They carry the same AC power but cannot plug into each other. This adapter connects the two.
Which Pangea power cables work with this adapter?
Any Pangea power cable that ends in a standard IEC C13 connector will work — including the AC-14 MkII, AC-14SE MkII, and AC-14XL MkII. Not sure which cable is right for your component? Call us at 800-942-0220 and we'll help you build the right combination.
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- Heavy-duty IEC-to-C5 Adapter
- Female IEC end accepts any standard male IEC-terminated power cable
- Molded one-piece polymer body
- Heavy-gauge gold-plated copper conductors
- Gold-plated contacts
- Easy-to-grip design
- Choose standard or cryogenically treated model
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