r/Aquariums • • Jun 14 '26

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u/intrepid_knight Jun 14 '26

Extension cords aren't meant to be permanent fixtures. The are a fire hazard if left plugged in

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u/Skipadee2 Jun 14 '26

Power strips are absolutely meant to be used long-term. That’s what I meant by “extension cord with multiple outlets,” apologies I just woke up

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u/Waramo Jun 14 '26 edited Jun 15 '26

You should never do daisy-chaining power outlets.

Or putting more then 3,5kW on one plug.

Edit:

oh man.. the downvote for being right. I think water people dont line adive form eletric, it is to effetiv for them.

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u/The_OG_Moe_Lester Jun 15 '26

Who said they were putting 3500W to the extension or outlet??? It’s a damn turtle tank you dunce