Tank Power

[SeaHorse_Fanatic]

Originally Posted by Wretch

Looks like I am just around 400w to run the tank. that includes lights(120w), return pump(31w), protein skimmer(20w), Powerheads(30w), ATO(5w), heaters(200w).

Small tanks should be fine.

Just track down every outlet that is also connected to the same fuse because you will want to avoid plugging in your vacuum cleaner, for instance, onto the same circuit. The big surge could be more than your tank circuit can handle.

In our place, we have certain plugs that we can use for the vacuum and others that will blow the fuse, so I understand your concern.