installed a gfi plug

[Kabong]

Even a GFI wont allways save you. Make sure you spend the extra money
And get a high quality powerbar. Those crappy $5 ones are fire starters.

[midgetwaiter]

Originally Posted by Kabong

Even a GFI wont allways save you. Make sure you spend the extra money
And get a high quality powerbar. Those crappy $5 ones are fire starters.

What qualaties of an expensive power bar would make a difference in that situation? In the case of aquariums overall?

I can't think of anything.

[Kabong]

If you get a work shop grade powerbar Some of the advantages are
Higher guage wire (handles the high amps we use on the reefs better)
Metal construction (plastics flamable)
Built in breaker.

The american DJ power center is becoming a very popular power bar for reefers

8 sockets each with its own switch

[fatpuffer]

where and how much?

[Kabong]

I have'nt seen a canadian source, but they go for about $30 US. You can pick them up on e-bay as well.

[Ruth]

I use the Chauvet power bars that are similar to the one above. They are available in music stores. I ordered mine online and for the life of me I can't find the name of the company I ordered from. I really like the heavy duty construction and the separate switches for each outlet.