A better way to run power cords.

I found this on a thread at VegasReefers.com :: Index

I wish I could give the guy credit but I can't find the thread to do so. But I did save some of the pictures for when I try to mount mine later this year.

You can buy rack mounted power centers for a low price if you shop around here is the one I bought PC-08

And here are the pictures. It looks like he built a wood box to mount the power centers to.

 

I am still re-finishing my stand and canopy but when I finish that next month I will mount my power center in the stand. I will sent pictures out when It complete.

 

I found the thread link. VegasReefers.com :: View topic - Stand is finally done...

while there look at the link he has to reef central for his DIY rock.

 

You can get the same effect using a AC controller with DC boxes. Actually, the controllers are better b/c the controller controls every single outlet indepentently(sp). From what I see, thats only an on/off switch box. I dont mean to rain on your parade. Luna

 

No doubt there is more than one way to climb a hill. I just thought this was a clean look with total and easy control with the on off switches for each cord for the $$$$.

 

What chu talkin bout Willis?

 

Thanks for the timely thread. I will be doing the same soon now that my closet is set up.

 

The point that am making is that, while that "box" looks good and organized, you have to manually turn on/off the switches. On the other hand, the controllers(C) do that for you. You can program the C to turn off the skimmer at(lets say) 8am to 9am so you can dose Phytoplankton. Have certain outlets on 24/7 or off 24/7. As I stated before, am not trying to rain on anyones parade, just showing different ways to climb the hill. Luna

 

This is a great post. I cannot afford an ACIII yet, but need something easier than what I have got......this is a solution for cheap.

 

The AC Jr is not enough for your needs? The Jr isnt that expensive and of course, you may find it used for dirt cheap, esp. the way the economy is. Luna