SINE SW-1X UK Mains Power Wall Socket

The SINE SW-1X UK is the flagship, high-end audiophile wall socket from the company SINE, designed for the UK market. It is an upgrade to the SW-1P UK, which uses platinum plating, while the SW-1X UK incorporates an extra-thick "nano platinum" plating. It is designed for audiophiles seeking the highest quality power delivery to their sensitive audio equipment by minimizing electrical noise and resistance.

The SINE SW-1X UK, like other products in SINE's audiophile range, is based on the theory that higher quality and cleaner power delivery improves the overall performance of sensitive audio components. By reducing electrical noise and resistance at the wall outlet itself, the socket aims to provide a more stable and interference-free power signal to your hi-fi system. 

At our facility, metal components undergo an acid treatment to eliminate surface impurities, followed by a 2-micron phosphor bronze plating and an additional 2-micron layer of gold or platinum. This process safeguards against oxidation, preserving conductivity for years. The assembled units then experience cryogenic treatment at -196°C for 48 to 64 hours, realigning metal molecules to significantly lower electrical resistance. Crafted from robust aircraft-grade aluminum alloy, the panels effectively shield circuits from EMI and RF interference. Inside, pressure plates firmly secure plugs, optimizing conductivity. These design elements collectively enhance both sound quality and visual appeal.

• Nano platinum dual plating: The contact points are coated with an extra-thick layer of nano-sized platinum particles over a phosphor-bronze plating. This specialized dual plating is intended to maximize conductivity and resist oxidation better than standard platinum plating.
• Cryogenic treatment: Like other SINE products, the SW-1X UK undergoes a -196°C cryogenic treatment for an extended period. This process is claimed to restructure the metal's molecular alignment, further reducing electrical resistance for a more efficient and cleaner power flow.
• EMI and RFI shielding: The socket's chassis is constructed from a thick aircraft-grade aluminum alloy, which provides robust shielding against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio-frequency interference (RFI). This prevents external noise from degrading the power signal.
• Enhanced sound quality: The SW-1X UK provides an exceptionally transparent and quiet background for audio systems, leading to a wider dynamic range and greater detail.
• UK standard: It is manufactured to the British Standard and is compatible with standard three-pin UK power plugs.

Specifications

• Top audio-grade socket (UK)
• -196°C cryogenic treatment
• Dual Plating: Extra-thick nano platinum plating over phosphor-bronze plating
• Sound Qualities: Transparent, very quiet background, wide range of dynamics
• Extremely quiet background
• Full range extension without any compression
• Outstanding dynamic range expression
• Dimensions: 86 mm x 86 mm
• Panel Colour: silver / black