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    Mar 17, 2009, 11:16 AM
    20 amp outlet for saltwater aquarium?
    So far, my saltwater aquarium requires 1540 watts for lighting, heating, and pumps, etc. I could see this growing to around 2000 watts. I plan on installing a new 20 amp breaker running to a 20 amp GFCI outlet behind and above the tank using 12 gauge wire. Probably hooking a six outlet power strip to each of the 2 outlets. Does this sound like the best setup for the situation? Thank you very much for any reply...
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    Mar 17, 2009, 12:33 PM

    Well the upper number of 2000 watts would be perefct for a 20 amp breaker and wire but why plug power strips into a new circuit you are installing. You should install 6 duplexs.
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