8 outlet power strip for my audio setup

[thegeton]

This is what I like to use: https://www.newark.com/legrand-wiremold/ul205bc/power-outlet-strip-8-outlet-15a/dp/95F1273

 

[Swtoby]

I have been using this one. In addition to more outlets than I'll need, it has spacing between the outlets to accommodate larger wall warts.

Heavy Duty 20 Outlet Commercial Power Strip | Buy Direct & Save! (falconerelectronics.com)

 

[thegeton]

I have been using this one. In addition to more outlets than I'll need, it has spacing between the outlets to accommodate larger wall warts.

Heavy Duty 20 Outlet Commercial Power Strip | Buy Direct & Save! (falconerelectronics.com)

Wow! That mofo is HUGE!

Does it require its own substation?

 

[Swtoby]

Not quite as big in person.

 

[Costas EAR]

IMHO, all the necessary certifications and compliances are of crucial importance in power strips, and at everything regarding AC/DC power.

 

[gino1961]

Hi sorry to take up this very interesting thread again

... And some people talk about "star connection" , something like this:

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Without any noise filtering. They say that the can hear "better sound", with these power strips, without any filtering.

Hi sorry i have a question about this picture The earth terminals are not connected Is this ok for safety ?
Thank you very much indeed

 

[Speedskater]

That picture is an example of 'Star Wiring' only, none of the other wires are shown.
In a completed unit, yes the Safety Ground/Protective Earth wire NEED to be connected.
It's doubtful that there are any gains from this internal 'Star Wiring'.
It's also doubtful that the completed unit is 'UL' (or other safety org.) listed.

 

[RayDunzl]

I would like to upgrade my 2 general use (and cheap) Legrand power strips:

I bought one of these a few years ago...

Tripp Lite 24 Outlet Bench & Cabinet Power Strip, 72 in. Length

 

[RayDunzl]

Doesn't hold a candle to this, though...

 

[Blumlein 88]

Doesn't hold a candle to this, though...

The marble obviously makes it superior. Marble roofing was used on the Greek temple of Zeus. Obviously again Zeus could shoot thunderbolts and they used marble. I don't think that was accidental. When thunderbolts come for your gear, they'll avoid anything marble just because of this principle.

 

[gino1961]

That picture is an example of 'Star Wiring' only, none of the other wires are shown.
In a completed unit, yes the Safety Ground/Protective Earth wire NEED to be connected.
It's doubtful that there are any gains from this internal 'Star Wiring'.
It's also doubtful that the completed unit is 'UL' (or other safety org.) listed.

Hi thank you very much indeed for your kind and helpful advice.
A friend of mine suggested me to use a power strip/distribution bar that provides the benefit of connecting together the earth terminal of each unit in the audio chain
Problem is that some units like the source have only two pins They have not earth pin i mean I wonder if this can have any effect on the sound
(However i have to say that after using a basic power strip without filters from Adam Hall i have the feeling that the sound is indeed changed for the better Less noise and more details Maybe i am hearing things ?)

 

[bloodshoteyed]

I bought one of these a few years ago...

Tripp Lite 24 Outlet Bench & Cabinet Power Strip, 72 in. Length

is that specifically for USB chargers? the spacing does look like it (not to forget the current draw from a single outlet...)

 

[Peterinvan]

If anyone buys this one, be sure to spray the sockets/plugs with contact lube before using, or else it will be VERY difficult to unplug your plugs.
It has nice spacing for wall wart chargers however

Stanley 31610 SurgeMax Pro 9 Outlet Metal Surge Protector, Black - 6-Foot​

 

[RayDunzl]

is that specifically for USB chargers?

It's for whatever 120VAC devices you have.

Up to the limits of the circuit, The power strip is rated 120VAC@15 amps

It does have spacing that helps a bit with the wall-wart problems.

It plugs into one of the ten Equitech outlets, and provides "balanced power" (yeah, yeah, I know) to various lower wattage devices.

Thirteen of its 24 outlets are in use, some of the vacant ones not accessible due to wall-wart design. Looks like four of its outlets are vacant and accessible.

 

[Neddy]

is that specifically for USB chargers? the spacing does look like it (not to forget the current draw from a single outlet...)

I used those on the electronic repair bench riser tops (front edge) I had at my shop decades ago. Were ideal, tho not nec living room friendly.