Is it safe to connect my grow lights timer to a surge protector power strip alongside other accessories?
Asked by Joan Muñoz 
6 months ago
Last Updated: May 21, 2024
Do you think it’s okay if I connect this timer to this surge protector power strip for my grow lights and still have room to plug in my other accessories without any issues?
In short, the answer is affirmative.
Just make sure it’s on a 20 amp dedicated circuit.
The outlet I’ll be using is a GFI one to plug the strip into and then connect the timer to the strip.
Anonymous contributor, I noticed that… never plug any heat-producing device into a outlet with less than 20 amps, and nothing else on the same circuit.
Anonymous contributor, it’s safer to plug it into a combination AFCI/GFCI outlet.
Perhaps consider posting the specifics about the grow lights.
2 Vivosun VS1000E LED
Hey, anonymous participant, have you had a chance to check the specifications? How many watts does it indicate?
Hey , I believe 100 watts should be sufficient and the light will be on for 18 hours a day.
Hey there, just wanted to mention that 100 watts should work well on surge protectors that are UL listed and have a 15 amp rating. It’s always a good idea to double-check that and your timer.
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