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Old 08-03-2015, 05:19 PM
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aquarium controllers need specific power bars. the energy 4 or 8 bar.

unless you want multiple thing to run off the same control. I would use a good powerbar with 14G wire. basically a construction rated power bar not a london drugs one.

I mounted mine in the stand and within a month I had salt creep everywhere so I pulled them out and they are now just behind the stand. i also taped the outlets Im not currently using just so no water COULD get into the plugs if it was splashed out.
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Old 08-03-2015, 06:38 PM
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I have a large A/V power bar and an EB8 mounted inside the stand, with all the Apex modules mounted outside. To date, I've had no problems with salt creep getting anywhere above the waterline of the sump. The stand is completely enclosed and utilizes a computer fan to exhaust air. The fan not only helps to reduce salt creep, but also helps with keeping pH up.
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Old 08-03-2015, 09:21 PM
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I have a large A/V power bar and an EB8 mounted inside the stand, with all the Apex modules mounted outside. To date, I've had no problems with salt creep getting anywhere above the waterline of the sump. The stand is completely enclosed and utilizes a computer fan to exhaust air. The fan not only helps to reduce salt creep, but also helps with keeping pH up.

How would one wire a computer fan within a aquarium stand?

I assume this probably helps with moisture/humidity within the stand as well.
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Old 08-03-2015, 09:53 PM
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How would one wire a computer fan within a aquarium stand?

I assume this probably helps with moisture/humidity within the stand as well.
Here is the cheapest solution... and yes, it helps keep humidity in check.
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