160A vs Distressor EL8-X
The Distressor EL8-X costs about $1,030 more than the 160A and buys you 2 more I/O.
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Distressor EL8-X| Spec | 160A | Distressor EL8-X |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | 1U half-rack | 1U |
| Weight | 6.0 lbs | 7.9 lbs |
| Power draw | 12W | 15W |
| Depth | 200 mm | 254 mm |
| I/O count | 4 | 6 |
| Price | ~$769 | ~$1,799 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
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