Power solution

[Open lane]

Hi. I'll be getting a new amp for my bedroom next week. I only have one outlet. From what i've read, it is not recommended to put them in standard power strips. Instead of getting my brother (who is an electrician) to install another outlet, is there any way to safely get more outlet jacks avail to put more than the standard two chords?

 

[Kruspe]

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I have 3 amps in one outlet and never had a single problem with any of them.

A good solution to your problem will also be a good power conditioner, if you are worried.

 

[PFDarkside]

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His concern is total current draw on a power strip, not if its conditioned.

What are the three amps in question and what is the max current/wattage spec of the power strip?

A quick online search shows most power strips can handle 15A which is the same rating as the wall outlet and wiring in the wall if it is a 15A circuit. (Typical for bedrooms)

I'd feel as safe with the power strip as with a second receptical (and currently do it for my two amps).

 

[Mincer]

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I might not plug 4 100 watt amps into one outlet, but I think you'd be ok with a power strip here. You can always get one with a fuse.

 

[Open lane]

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Thanks, guys!

It's for a 15w amp and a 20w.

I think this may be what i want, after a search:

https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/SS6Block

Anyone here think otherwise?

 

[Darg1911]

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If a second outlet is installed, it's likely to be on the same circuit anyway unless a new circuit is added from the breaker box, or the second outlet is tapped off a different circuit that also feeds the same room or an outlet that is in an adjacent room.
I would either buy a decent power strip or a power conditioner. Either way, probably something with some surge suppression can't hurt. I have an old Tripp Lite power/line conditioner mounted to the wall. It turns 1 receptacle into 4, rated for 600 watts which is fine seeing how I only run one amp at a time. Also has some surge protection. They do make them with larger capacities. I don't need the voltage correction but I already had the unit.

 

[Darg1911]

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That little Furman would work fine.

Better price if you can wait a week ... https://www.amazon.com/Furman-SS6B-...69607&sr=8-11&keywords=heavy+duty+power+strip

 

[Little Pigbacon]

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^ I almost bought that Furman power strip this week. I ended up getting a Tripp Lite.

Tripp Lite ISOBAR6 ULTRA

 

[devastone]

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Power strips are convenient, but still running off of one outlet, but it's still safe, only a problem if you trying to draw more than 15A from the house circuit, which you won't even be close to. But yes, a strip with protection is a good idea.

 

[Kruspe]

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I think your solution is overkill, but if you feel better, its probably worth it.

 

[Little Pigbacon]

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I remember back when, hearing from audiophiles who had put in dedicated lines for their power amps, only to end up with ground loop hum. Too many three-prong power cords to be pullin' that stuff.