ThomasOK wrote: ↑2021-01-06 18:22
I'm starting to wonder if there are some newer electrical regulations in the US that don't allow larger numbers of outlets that don't have switches or breakers since they used to be available. But I will keep my eye out when I am at the hardware stores.
I've been wondering the same thing. Out of curiosity I searched Home Depot's and McMaster-Carr's websites for a simple 4 outlet grounded extension cord, something that used to be dime-a-dozen. Nothing. But we're spoilt for choice of 3 outlet cords.
ThomasOK wrote: ↑2021-01-06 18:22
Considering my system has 7 units that run at 230 Volts and another 3 at 115 Volts (add two more if I ever get my streaming back up and running) and you can see the limited usefulness of the 3 outlet units.
What about something like this:
https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/koppla-6-w ... -70085345/? I only need 4 sockets (add one when I get my streaming back up and running) so I plan on getting two of those Ikea strips and daisy chaining them.
WARNING about daisy-chaining power strips.
Every strip has a power rating, which is printed on it. If the sum of the power consumed by all units connected to the strip exceeds the strip's power rating, metal parts will be heated enough to potentially cause a fire.
If a power strip has a second strip daisy-chained to it, it will be loaded with the power consumption of all units connected to both strips. Although most HiFi units don't consume much power, someone could for instance plug a high power vacuum cleaner or a radiator into one of the free outlets and then the total sum of power consumed might add up to more than what the first strip is rated for.
So don’t daisy-chain power strips!
ThomasOK wrote: ↑2021-01-06 18:22
I also agree it is better to compare a couple of units at a time. The posts with a bunch of clips of different things just make me want to run away.
That makes sense, especially as the number of contestants increases.