I only have 8 outlets and 15 things to plug in....

[Jakepen]

Always happens, accumulation of stuff that needs outlets. I have the 2016 apex, so only 8 outlets. For example I have 4 mp40s, What I was thinking I could do is plug 2 of my mp40s in one outlet, so two outlets gone. I have the skimz sm251, has two pumps, so both in one outlet. Can I just double up outlets like that? Or is that not wise, should I just bite the bullet and buy another eb32?

 

[stevo01]

Use splitters

 

[stevo01]

Put all your mp’s on 1 outlet, returnpump and skimmer pump on another, heaters all on 1, ect.

 

[stevo01]

I dont worry about overloading one socket. Think about programming instead.

 

[RyanCSGO]

 

[jaws789832]

My opinion is if you have the money just get another 8 outlets. Sounds like your tank is large enough that you will always find more things to plug in and that way you arent scrambling for outlets

 

[Katrina71]

Exactly what came to mind!

 

[Ranjib]

If you are up for some diy , You can build a 16 outlet power bar with reef pi for just under 100$

 

[stevo01]

Yeah not that though! I would go up to 4 per outlet easy. I have a ghl but it should be fine imo.

 

[stevo01]

I use 4 of these in my bar with no issues. And one socket has another bar in it. And thats full. Treat each socket on the bar like a socket in my house is what I was told. Again i have a different brand but i dont believe they are much different.

Monoprice 105308 14-Inch 16AWG Power Cord Splitter Cable, Black (2 Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ACJAF6C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_5be1zbVAZ65S2

 

[stevo01]

This gives me up to roughly 18 sockets I think.

 

[Jakepen]

Oh really, I can run that many things on one outlet? Well I have to keep in mind “feed mode”, need certain things to turn off when I hit feed mode, some longer than others.

 

[BZOFIQ]

Just get another EB8, much safer and used one can be had for less than a hundred. Besides you can run it from separate circuit (if available) Except for small pumps or powerheads, running multiple heaters on a single outlet will cause damage or fire. Each outlet has its rating listed on the label with the whole strip rated at 15A I believe. If you are running that I hope you have a dedicated circuit or it will all go poof.

 

[stevo01]

Oh really, I can run that many things on one outlet? Well I have to keep in mind “feed mode”, need certain things to turn off when I hit feed mode, some longer than others.

Thats why its a power bar. Its made to do this. I dont exactly understand the power distribution science. Ive just been taught this by people here when i was setting up. Have a look in first link in signature.

 

[Jakepen]

Just get another EB8, much safer and used one can be had for less than a hundred. Besides you can run it from separate circuit (if available) Except for small pumps or powerheads, running multiple heaters on a single outlet will cause damage or fire. Each outlet has its rating listed on the label with the whole strip rated at 15A I believe. If you are running that I hope you have a dedicated circuit or it will all go poof.

I do not have a dedicated circuit, I talked to a family friend about making one dedicated circuit amped up to 20. Haven’t gotten around to it, pretty crucial?

 

[ecam]

Put all your mp’s on 1 outlet, returnpump and skimmer pump on another, heaters all on 1, ect.

I wouldn’t double up the heaters. That could easily overwhelm the amperage.
I would put the mps on a strip and plug that in. To use one outlet.
Heater should have separate outlets
And return should have its own. You will use the return status to shutoff things like uv, manifold , skimmer etc.

Hope this helps. Maybe list the equipment out to get better idea.

But best idea maybe to get another relay

 

[stevo01]

I wouldn’t double up the heaters. That could easily overwhelm the amperage.
I would put the mps on a strip and plug that in. To use one outlet.
Heater should have separate outlets
And return should have its own. You will use the return status to shutoff things like uv, manifold , skimmer etc.

Hope this helps. Maybe list the equipment out to get better idea.

But best idea maybe to get another relay

Thanks. Ill do that. I ran all winter that way in my other house. Since ive been here in the new house ive only needed one running. But its sound advice. I am on a dedicated circuit, not sure if its 15 or 20. I think its on 20 here but 15 at the old house.

 

[Jakepen]

MP40 x4
Vectra L1
300watt heater
Algae scrubber
Skimmer (2 pumps)
Neptune feeder
Doser
Light
Tablet
Eventually avast marine swabbie and locker
I’m pretty sure there are a couple things I’m forgetting...

 

[ecam]

MP40 x4
Vectra L1
300watt heater
Algae scrubber
Skimmer (2 pumps)
Neptune feeder
Doser
Light
Tablet
Eventually avast marine swabbie and locker
I’m pretty sure there are a couple things I’m forgetting...

1. All mp 40s
2. Heater
3. Both skimmer outlets - swabbie will be extension for this. So no worries
4. Return pump , algae scrubber.
5. Doser
6. Lights
7. Feeder
8. Swabbie


Don’t connect to apex.
1. Tablet.
2. Feeder
3.

Good luck

 

[ecam]

I meant locker would be a float switch. Which you will code to control skimmer outlet. So no outlet needed