Can this timer handle multiple ballasts (plugged into a properly rated surge protector) as long as I am drawing less than 16 amps?
1066096
I don't see why it wouldn't. Just keep in mind the plug type. I would check with manufacturer to be sure.
335761
Yes, You would need to check the amount of amps the heater draws and the maximum amp load the timer switch is designed for ( I beleive it is 15 amps). Normally a separate circuit should be utilized for heaters.
573405
This timer is intended for a "typical" lamp with a two-prong plug. If the intended device has a third prong (ground) I would not recommend using this timer.
282324
This unit only has the one plug and I've never seen one that has more than one. I just use a multiple plug in and it works fine. Just make sure you don't go over the rated wattage for all your items which is 1500 watts. I own 3 different timers and this is the best of the 3.
1880244
I have 5 of these, as long as you keep within the 15 amps and under 1775 Watts you will be fine. I run all my LED lights off these, and I have run digital ballast off these, but don't plug a power strip into this with 5 (1000 Watt) digital ballast on the end of the power strip. Hope this helps.
1911916
I had to take a look at the timer to answer. The rating on it is 15 amp, 1800 watt. So as long as you fall below those max ratings on the timer you should be ok. I bought it because it was the only basic timer I could find with this high of a watt and amp rating that would control a 1.5 HP pool pump, all the others had too low of a wattage and amperage rating. I am satisfied with this timer, its basic, affordable and will power larger items. I had a really fancy digital timer I paid 4 times more than this one for and the electronics in it went bad. I like the simplicity of this one without any electronics that can go bad again.
448317
I don't recommend exceeding the specified maximum amperage rating of the protector. You will damage the surge protector.
23849
Hi, the switch you mean the contact? The timer power suplpy is 12vdc. But you can manage 12, 24, 110 v etc only taking care of your load.
101077
1. Yes if all 4 lamps are incandescent or dimmable LEDs. 2. Why do you need a surge protector? 3. Do not exceed the wattage capacity of the switch.
1225305
No you will burn up the internal ballast if you feed it more than 120 volts
265581
Yes this will work, BUT you would need a 12v DC power supply to run the timer.
800832
I will if it draws less than two amps. The device has two ports: one 1-amp, and the other 2-amp.
93840
I belive these receptacles are rated for 15a amps. If you are running anything on this plug that is pulling more than 15amps , it will trip. It is very unlikely that any one light fixture will pull that many amps. If you are plugging in a combination of devices, (blender, toaster, microwave ), make sure the sum of all amp ratings based on nameplate stickers, doesn't exceed 15 amps.
320479
Yes, you can plug it into a surge protector, and the timer will be protected from electrical spikes.
2114240
I don't see why not. It is a mechanical timer instead of a solid state one, so there are no issues with impedance. I use it with a dual fluorescent fixture on my aquarium without any problems.
1465270
I believe the ballast your looking for is for 14 watts and above , this one is only rated for 13 watts
1626815
It should as long as the 12vdc supply is external, IE its from a plugged in transformer/regulator, you must use this as a supply for the timer, the output from the timer goes to your led lights.