Thanks Bombertech for this tip.
Most of us use GFCIs.
The work, they save lives, they are a good thing.
However, when 10 things are plugged into your tank, and component goes bad, your entire tank shuts down when the GFCI trips.
It is not necessary for everything to shut down nor ideal.
A simple fix is to move the GFCIs from the typical configuration:
As a really cool bonus, it is possible to have the controller detect trips. with a relay wired into each GFCI. It is hard to see, but these outlets are all equipped with relays
Note the mono jacks hooked to relays.
Also, pointing a webcam at the wiring closet can give a visual if you suspect a trip but don't have the relays.
Well there it is, overkill?
Most of us use GFCIs.
The work, they save lives, they are a good thing.
However, when 10 things are plugged into your tank, and component goes bad, your entire tank shuts down when the GFCI trips.
It is not necessary for everything to shut down nor ideal.
A simple fix is to move the GFCIs from the typical configuration:
- GFCI->PowerStrip->Equipment
- Powerstrip->(for each outlet one GFCI->Equipment)
As a really cool bonus, it is possible to have the controller detect trips. with a relay wired into each GFCI. It is hard to see, but these outlets are all equipped with relays
Note the mono jacks hooked to relays.
Also, pointing a webcam at the wiring closet can give a visual if you suspect a trip but don't have the relays.
Well there it is, overkill?