Power Strip or Surge Protector?
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jpa0741
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Originally Posted by pbnj
http:///forum/post/3000402
Which one is better/appropriate for use with a power-demanding aquarium?
Any product recommendations?
(I know GFCI outlets are a must, either permanent or Shock Buster adaptor)
I believe most power strips have a built in surge protector.
http:///forum/post/3000402
Which one is better/appropriate for use with a power-demanding aquarium?
Any product recommendations?
(I know GFCI outlets are a must, either permanent or Shock Buster adaptor)
I believe most power strips have a built in surge protector.
veni vidi vici
Active Member
Ive been using the American DJ power strips with no problems what so ever.Running 3-250w MH lighting plus all my other equipment.
jdl
Member
Originally Posted by Veni Vidi Vici
http:///forum/post/3000476
Ive been using the American DJ power strips with no problems what so ever.Running 3-250w MH lighting plus all my other equipment.
http:///forum/post/3000476
Ive been using the American DJ power strips with no problems what so ever.Running 3-250w MH lighting plus all my other equipment.
salt life
Active Member
Originally Posted by jpa0741
http:///forum/post/3000414
I believe most power strips have a built in surge protector.
I was gonna say the same thing...
http:///forum/post/3000414
I believe most power strips have a built in surge protector.
I was gonna say the same thing...
jdl
Member
how much did those cost?
http://www.amazon.com/American-DJ-ch...8341867&sr=8-1
http://www.amazon.com/American-DJ-ch...8341867&sr=8-2
you can also check the bay or guitar center, or almost any music store
http://www.amazon.com/American-DJ-ch...8341867&sr=8-1
http://www.amazon.com/American-DJ-ch...8341867&sr=8-2
you can also check the bay or guitar center, or almost any music store
number1gsxxr
Member
I went to a local music store and they wanted over $55 for one of those. I just picked one up from here http://www.eliminatorlightingdirect....er_p/e-107.htm It was only $27 shipped. It's a different brand but I'm sure it's the same thing.
pbnj
Member
Originally Posted by number1Gsxxr
http:///forum/post/3003498
I went to a local music store and they wanted over $55 for one of those. I just picked one up from here http://www.eliminatorlightingdirect....er_p/e-107.htm It was only $27 shipped. It's a different brand but I'm sure it's the same thing.
What does "600 watts per channel" mean? Is that 600 watts per socket or are there 4 sockets per channel, making it 1200 watts total?
Also, how long is the cord on this unit?
http:///forum/post/3003498
I went to a local music store and they wanted over $55 for one of those. I just picked one up from here http://www.eliminatorlightingdirect....er_p/e-107.htm It was only $27 shipped. It's a different brand but I'm sure it's the same thing.
What does "600 watts per channel" mean? Is that 600 watts per socket or are there 4 sockets per channel, making it 1200 watts total?
Also, how long is the cord on this unit?
scsinet
Active Member
Originally Posted by pbnj
http:///forum/post/3003624
What does "600 watts per channel" mean? Is that 600 watts per socket or are there 4 sockets per channel, making it 1200 watts total?
Also, how long is the cord on this unit?
It means that any one switch/outlet on the unit can handle 600w maximum.
The unit also has a total rating of 15 amps, which translates to roughly 1800 watts total, so obviously not every outlet can be fully loaded to 600 watts at once.
You don't really need to worry too much about anything except your lights, heaters, or chillers exceeding that 600w-per-channel limit. Heaters aren't even really a concern because it's rare to find a single heater that is rated at more than 500.
http:///forum/post/3003624
What does "600 watts per channel" mean? Is that 600 watts per socket or are there 4 sockets per channel, making it 1200 watts total?
Also, how long is the cord on this unit?
It means that any one switch/outlet on the unit can handle 600w maximum.
The unit also has a total rating of 15 amps, which translates to roughly 1800 watts total, so obviously not every outlet can be fully loaded to 600 watts at once.
You don't really need to worry too much about anything except your lights, heaters, or chillers exceeding that 600w-per-channel limit. Heaters aren't even really a concern because it's rare to find a single heater that is rated at more than 500.
ifirefight
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Im gonna bump this old thread. I just ordered these and installed them today...All I can say is WOW! I thought my electrical cords were organized before..but now,even better. It is so awesome that you can control each INDIVIDUAL piece of equipment with the flip of a switch. I highly recommend this product.