This is actually a review of 3 different products. I'm putting the reviews all together because I'm using them all for one application and I thought others may find it interesting. I have a small closet that stores all my audio equipment. The receiver and DVR put out a lot of heat so I have been looking for a way to cool them. I wanted to be able to have a fan turn on when I turned on the receiver and turn off when I turned it off. Unfortunately the receiver does not have a switched outlet so I had to find a different solution. There isn't much clearance so I decided to use a computer fan. After purchasing some other fans that did not move enough air I found this.
3 of Cooling Fan-AFB1212GHE-CF00 120x 38mm - TAC Sensor, 3-pin, 240.96CFM, 5200RPM, 62dBA, 2.45A (Max 3.24A), 27.48 air pre.
The thing I learned about all of these little fans is that you have to pay attention to the #'s. CFM is "cubic feet per minute" basically how much air it moves. Be aware this fan is strong it moves more air than a hair dryer. RPM is speed and dBA is how loud it is. I purchased other fans before I learned about the #'s and some of them didn't move enough air to blow a piece of paper. These fans are loud. I actually purchased 3 fans and with all 3 fans going it was too much wind and too loud so I bought this.
Lamptron FC2 Fan Speed Controller 45W x 6 channel Black
This allows me to control the speed of the fans which affect how much air they move and how loud they are. This was one of the only speed controllers I could use because most of them could not handle a fan that required as much amperage as these do. The next problem I had to solve was how to get the fans to turn on when the receiver comes on. I tried a thermostat that is designed to turn on a certain temperatures but it had a limited range so it didn't work. I also tried a thermal probe from another company but its power supply failed as soon as I connected it to the fans. Then I found this
Smart Strip SCG3 Energy Saving Power Strip with Autoswitching Technology
You connect the receiver to what is called the master plug and the other outlets don't receive any power until they sense the master plus is drawing power. I didn't want to wait for delivery to so I bought two different brands from home depot and lowes but the receiver draws too much power even when its off so they didn't work right. The Smart Strip has a dial on the side that you can adjust the sensitivity (this is a big benefit I'm not sure why they don't hype it in the description, I wouldn't have known if it wasn't for a review I read). It took a couple of minutes to get it just right but now it all works perfect. When I turn on the receiver the power stip senses the power is on and provides power to the fan controller which is perfectly set to turn the fans at the speed I want so they aren't too loud but keep my electronics nice and cool. I even found a local metal shop to build a nice bracket for me for $25 to hold the fans. This took several trials and errors but now it works perfectly. Hopefully this will help someone else in the future. I would definitely recommend all of these products.
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Protection and Power-Efficiency Save You Money and Worry
The Smart Strip SCG3
You don't want your power strip to eat up power, but you also want assurance that your equipment is safe from harsh power surges. Ideal for computer systems and home entertainment centers, the Smart Strip SCG3 employs a proprietary auto-switching technology that automatically shuts down devices that are not in use, saving you money and reducing your overall energy usage.
The Smart Strip has seven clearly marked outlets that you plug your computer or home entertainment center peripherals into. When you power down computer or stereo, the Smart Strip automatically shuts down the power to your computer's and entertainment's center peripherals. This unique feature not only saves you money and helps the environment, it also makes shutting down your systems fast and easy.
Unlike most power strips, the Smart Strip itself uses very little energy. It uses one watt of power when fully engaged and less than ¼ of a watt when the automatically switched outlets are off.
Advanced Surge Protection with Superior EMI/RFI Filter
Power strips without EMI/RFI (Electromagnetic Interference/Radio Frequency Interference) run the risk of allowing waves from one electronic device to cause malfunctions or interference in another. The Smart Strip SCG3 protects you from this risk with its advanced EMI/RFI filter, backed up by a 15 AMP circuit breaker. Plus, a passive current sensor ensures an ultra-safe, ultra-clean switching off and on of your peripherals, giving you added peace of mind that your valuable electronics will remain safe.
The possible hazards of power surges are further prevented with 2175-joule surge protection and 37,000 AMP protection, both of which employ a three-way design to give you the ultimate protection for your valuable equipment.
Place for Convenience with Long Cord and 90° Plug
The Smart Strip SCG3's widely spaced, clearly marked outlets give you the space and ease to connect all necessary equipment. The four-way wall mountable design, 45-degree space-saver plug, and heavy-duty four-foot power cord offer the versatility to place the power strip wherever it is most convenient, so it never gets in the way of your footpath or your home décor. A lighted power switch keeps the strip visible, so you're never left fumbling in the dark.
The Smart Strip SCG3 is backed by a full two-year warranty for manufacturing defects.
Energy Saving Advanced Power Strip:
- Provides a safe, uninterrupted power supply
- Auto-switches devices on and off to save energy
- Uses less than one watt of power when fully energized
- Offers an EMI/RFI filter and 15 AMP circuit breaker
- Delivers 2175-joule and 37,000 AMP protection
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| Price | $37.34 | $24.99 | $10.50 | $29.99 | -38% $49.99 List: $79.99 | $21.97 |
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| Sold By | The Factory Depot | NUOZHI TECH | bavi bee | TrickleStar Inc | Amazon.com | TrickleStar Inc |
| power outlets | 7 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 12 |
| number of ports | 7 | — | 7 | — | 6 | 12 |
| plug type | Type B | Type B | Type B | Type B | Type B | Type B |
| number of usb ports | — | 4 | — | — | 3 | 2 |
| amperage | 15 amps | 15 amps | 15 amps | 15 amps | 15 amps | — |
| voltage | 125 volts | 125 volts | 125 volts | — | 125 volts | — |
| maximum surge rating | 2175 joules | 1680 joules | 1200 joules | 1080 joules | — | 3420 joules |
| compatible devices | — | Smartphone | Television | pc,tv | Light | Air Conditioner |
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Excellent HT / Audio Power strip and auto-on your subwoofer!
Good quality power strip that has plenty of protection for your expensive electronics. The 4 green "Energy saver outlets" are triggered when there is a current draw on the Blue outlet. I put my Marantz amplifier in the Blue outlet and my subwoofer in one of the Green outlets. I turn on my Marantz then power strip allows current to flow to my subwoofer AWESOME ! I did not detect any problem with it limiting current during operation, so much better than relying on auto detection on my sub. I plug in my HD tuner into the Red outlets "always on" so it does not lose the memory presets. This strip has 2175 Joules of protection for your equipment. It also filters out noise above 100kHz from the AC power. Ohh this is my second device form this company, very good quality. If you need more outlets look at Bits Limited LCG-3MVR Smart Strip, 10-Outlets, Surge Protector.
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