## Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster

### Specifications

| Key Feature           | Specification                   |
|-----------------------|---------------------------------|
| Model                 | Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster     |
| Model Number          | A8 CryptoMaster                 |
| Manufacturer          | Innosilicon                     |
| Algorithm             | Cryptonight                     |
| Coins Mined           | Unknown                         |
| Hashrate              | 160 KH/s                        |
| Power Consumption     | 350 W                           |
| Efficiency            | 2187500000 J/TH                 |
| Dimensions            | 245 x 155 x 275 mm             |
| Weight                | 6 BTU                           |
| BTU Output            | 1194 BTU/hr                     |
| Daily Power Cost      | $0.59/day                      |
| Monthly Power Cost    | $17.64/mo                      |
| Circuit Requirement    | Standard 120V 15A              |
| Release Date          | 2018-04-01                     |
| Status                | Active                          |

### Quick Answer
The Innosilicon A8 CryptoMaster is a Cryptonight miner rated at about 160 KH/s with a power consumption of roughly 350 W. It is runnable at home with proper airflow and noise control; best in a dedicated space.

### Profitability Calculator
- **Electricity $/kWh**:  
  - Quebec: $0.0735/kWh  
  - Ontario: $0.1300/kWh  
  - Alberta: $0.1650/kWh  
  - British Columbia: $0.1283/kWh  
  - Manitoba: $0.0988/kWh  
  - Saskatchewan: $0.1859/kWh  
  - New Brunswick: $0.1274/kWh  
  - Nova Scotia: $0.1777/kWh  
  - Prince Edward Island: $0.1740/kWh  
  - Newfoundland: $0.1353/kWh  
  - US Average: $0.1600/kWh  
- **BTC Price**: $64,284  
- **Daily Mined**: 7.239e-14 BTC  
- **Breakeven Electricity**: $0.0000/kWh  
- **Cost to Mine 1 BTC**: $8,123,229,717,947.02  
- **Network Hashrate Share**: < 0.000001%

| Period  | Revenue | Electricity Cost | Profit      |
|---------|---------|-----------------|-------------|
| Daily   | $0.00   | $0.59           | -$0.59      |
| Weekly  | $0.00   | $4.12           | -$4.12      |
| Monthly | $0.00   | $17.64          | -$17.64     |
| Yearly  | $0.00   | $214.62         | -$214.62    |

**Heating Offset**: The heat output of 1194 BTU/hr can replace an electric space heater during heating season (approximately 6 months/year in Canada).

### Home Mining Assessment
- **Score**: 67/100  
- **Heat Output**: 350W / 1194 BTU/hr  
- **Power Draw**: 350W (0.4kW)  
- The miner is moderately suitable for residential use, producing minimal heat ({\"hashrate\":\"160 KH/s\"}) and achieving a home mining score of 67/100.

## Frequently Asked Questions
- **Current Mining Economics**: At $0.07/kWh, it shows an estimated daily net cost of $0.59.
- **Home Mining Feasibility**: It scores 67/100 for home mining viability, with noise output at 0 dB and draw at 350W.
- **Heating Capabilities**: The miner can output approximately 1194 BTU/hr of heat, making it efficient for heating integration.
- **Power Supply Needs**: Requires a power supply rated at least 385W with appropriate voltage (200-240V AC).

Last reviewed June 12, 2026.