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Jklingert: /* Fuse blocks */

2018-01-06T16:05:07Z

Fuse blocks

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	There are also fuseblocks sold that allow for fusing your power injection wires at one common location. Here are examples of [http://www.powerwerx.com/fuses-circuit-protection/10-circuit-blade-fuse-block-cover.html 10 Fuse] [http://www.powerwerx.com/fuses-circuit-protection/6-circuit-blade-fuse-block-cover.html 6 fuse] fuse blocks.		There are also fuseblocks sold that allow for fusing your power injection wires at one common location. Here are examples of [http://www.powerwerx.com/fuses-circuit-protection/10-circuit-blade-fuse-block-cover.html 10 Fuse] [http://www.powerwerx.com/fuses-circuit-protection/6-circuit-blade-fuse-block-cover.html 6 fuse] fuse blocks.
			There are also a number of fuse blocks / power distribution solutions that are designed for pixel use;
			*[https://www.crockettfantasyoflights.com/product-category/distro-boards/ Crocket Fantasy of lights 4 and 8 channel boards]
			*[https://www.pixelcontroller.com/store/index.php?id_product=46&controller=product Falcon f-8 Distro Board]
			*[https://holiday.lighting/psdorderform Holiday lighting 4 output] Power Pops Fanout - 1 Input with 4 Outputs

	===Fuses===		===Fuses===

Dmoore: /* Non-Waterproof Power Supplies */

2016-09-14T13:43:30Z

Non-Waterproof Power Supplies

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	===~~Examples of~~ Non Waterproof Power ~~Supplies available from different vendors~~===		===Non-Waterproof Power Supplie===
	~~'''PLEASE CONFIRM ALL DETAILS WITH VENDOR BEFORE ORDERING!! ALL OF THIS DATA IS SUBJECT TO CONSTANT CHANGE AND MAY BE WRONG!!!'''<br/>~~
	~~Pricing is in US $. Pricing is as of 6-24-13.<br/>~~
	'''PRICING DOES NOT INCLUDE SHIPPING, TAXES OR IMPORT DUTIES!'''<br/>		'''PRICING DOES NOT INCLUDE SHIPPING, TAXES OR IMPORT DUTIES!'''<br/>
	'''Shipping from overseas can be expensive, check with your vendor.'''<br/>		'''Shipping from overseas can be expensive, check with your vendor.'''<br/>
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	\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com DIYLEDEXPRESS] \|\| 300W Switching Mode \|\| 100V~120 VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=20&products_id=162 link]\|\| \|\| $27.75 \|\|$0.46 \|\| 49mm x 114mm x 226mm \|\|Fan Cooled		\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com DIYLEDEXPRESS] \|\| 300W Switching Mode \|\| 100V~120 VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=20&products_id=162 link]\|\| \|\| $27.75 \|\|$0.46 \|\| 49mm x 114mm x 226mm \|\|Fan Cooled
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	\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/ Holiday Coro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 100-~~130~~ VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/50.htm In-Stock~~]<br>[http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/50-PS.htm PRE-SALE~~]\|\|[[Image:HolidayCoro-NWP-PS.jpg\|150px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/50.htm]] \|\| $~~29.99 In-Stock<br>$19~~.99 ~~PRE-SALE~~\|\|$0.~~49 Regular<br>$0.33 PRE-SALE~~\|\| 2"x4.5"x8.5" \|\|Temperature Controlled Fan<br>[http://www.holidaycoro.com/Enclosure-Mounting-Adapters-and-Housings-s/1953.htm Optional Mounting Adapters]		\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/ Holiday Coro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 100-240 VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/50.htm In-Stock]\|\|[[Image:HolidayCoro-NWP-PS.jpg\|150px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/50.htm]] \|\| $23.99 \|\|$0.39\|\| 2"x4.5"x8.5" \|\|Temperature Controlled Fan<br>[http://www.holidaycoro.com/Enclosure-Mounting-Adapters-and-Housings-s/1953.htm Optional Mounting Adapters]<br>1 Year Warranty
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	\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/701799 Ray Wu] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 85 - 264 VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/350W-Dual-Output-Switching-Power-Supply-88-264VAC-input-5V-350W-output-CE-and-ROHS-approved/701799_289599937.html link]\|\| \|\| $20.00\|\|$0.33 \|\| 50mmx115mmx215mm \|\|Fan Cooled		\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/701799 Ray Wu] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 85 - 264 VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/350W-Dual-Output-Switching-Power-Supply-88-264VAC-input-5V-350W-output-CE-and-ROHS-approved/701799_289599937.html link]\|\| \|\| $20.00\|\|$0.33 \|\| 50mmx115mmx215mm \|\|Fan Cooled
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	\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com DIYLEDEXPRESS] \|\| 360W Switching Mode \|\| 100V~120 VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 30A \|\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=20&products_id=58 link]\|\| \|\| $27.75 \|\|$0.93 \|\| 50mm x 112mm x 214mm \|\|Fan Cooled		\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com DIYLEDEXPRESS] \|\| 360W Switching Mode \|\| 100V~120 VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 30A \|\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=20&products_id=58 link]\|\| \|\| $27.75 \|\|$0.93 \|\| 50mm x 112mm x 214mm \|\|Fan Cooled
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	\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/ Holiday Coro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 100-~~130~~ VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 29A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/350w-Dual-Output-Power-Supply-p/49.htm In-Stock~~]<br>[http://www.holidaycoro.com/350w-Dual-Output-Power-Supply-p/49-PS.htm PRE-SALE~~] \|\| [[Image:HolidayCoro-NWP-PS.jpg\|150px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/49.htm]] \|\| $29.99 ~~In-Stock<br>$19.99 PRE-SALE~~ \|\|$0.~~49 Regular<br>$0.33 PRE-SALE~~ \|\| 2"x4.5"x8.5" \|\|Temperature Controlled Fan <br>[http://www.holidaycoro.com/Enclosure-Mounting-Adapters-and-Housings-s/1953.htm Optional Mounting Adapters]		\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/ Holiday Coro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 100-240 VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 29A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/350w-Dual-Output-Power-Supply-p/49.htm In-Stock] \|\| [[Image:HolidayCoro-NWP-PS.jpg\|150px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/49.htm]] \|\| $23.99\|\|$0.39\|\| 2"x4.5"x8.5" \|\|Temperature Controlled Fan <br>[http://www.holidaycoro.com/Enclosure-Mounting-Adapters-and-Housings-s/1953.htm Optional Mounting Adapters]<br>1 Year Warranty
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	\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/701799 Ray Wu] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 85 - 264 VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 29A \|\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/350W-Dual-Output-Switching-Power-Supply-88-264VAC-input-12V-350W-output-CE-and-ROHS-approved/701799_289599951.html link]\|\| \|\| $20.00\|\|$0.69 \|\| 50mm x 115mm x 215mm \|\|Fan Cooled		\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/701799 Ray Wu] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 85 - 264 VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 29A \|\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/350W-Dual-Output-Switching-Power-Supply-88-264VAC-input-12V-350W-output-CE-and-ROHS-approved/701799_289599951.html link]\|\| \|\| $20.00\|\|$0.69 \|\| 50mm x 115mm x 215mm \|\|Fan Cooled

Dmoore: /* Water Resistant / Rain Proof Power Supplies */

2016-09-14T13:35:02Z

Water Resistant / Rain Proof Power Supplies

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	Water Resistant/Rain Proof Power Supplies in the middle area between a full waterproof power supply and a non-water proof power supply. Typically they can withstand rain and other common weather elements but are not intended to be submerged into water or placed directly on exposed earth and cost less on a per-watt basis than fully water proof units but don't require the additional cost of waterproofing for non-waterproof power supplies.		Water Resistant/Rain Proof Power Supplies in the middle area between a full waterproof power supply and a non-water proof power supply. Typically they can withstand rain and other common weather elements but are not intended to be submerged into water or placed directly on exposed earth and cost less on a per-watt basis than fully water proof units but don't require the additional cost of waterproofing for non-waterproof power supplies.

	===Examples of Water Resistant Power Supplies available from different vendors===		===Examples of Water Resistant / Rain Proof Power Supplies available from different vendors===
	~~'''PLEASE CONFIRM ALL DETAILS WITH VENDOR BEFORE ORDERING!! ALL OF THIS DATA IS SUBJECT TO CONSTANT CHANGE AND MAY BE WRONG!!!'''<br/>~~
	~~Pricing is in US $. Pricing is as of 06-20-14.<br/>~~
	~~'''PRICING DOES NOT INCLUDE SHIPPING, TAXES OR IMPORT DUTIES!'''<br/>~~
	~~'''Shipping from overseas can be expensive, check with your vendor.'''<br/>~~

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	! Vendor !! Type !! Input Voltage !! Output Voltage !! Output Current !! Link !! Image ~~!! Price !! Price per Amp~~ !! Size (HxWxL)!! Note		! Vendor !! Type !! Input Voltage !! Output Voltage !! Output Current !! Link !! Image !! Size (HxWxL)!! Note
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	\| ~~'''5VDC''' \|\|~~ \|\| \|\| \|\| \|\| \|\| \|\| \|\| \|\| \|\|		\| [http://www.HolidayCoro.com HolidayCoro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 300W Rain Proof Switch Mode \|\| 100-130VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/45.htm link]\|\| [[Image:HolidayCoro-RP-PS.jpg\|100px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/45.htm]] \|\| 2.3" H x 4.5" W x 10.4" L \|\| Aluminium housing, 3 output leads, mounting tabs
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	\| [http://www.HolidayCoro.com HolidayCoro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 300W Rain Proof Switch Mode \|\| 100-130VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/45.htm link]\|\| [[Image:HolidayCoro-RP-PS.jpg\|100px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/45.htm]] \|\| $33.99 \|\|$.56 \|\| 2.3" H x 4.5" W x 10.4" L \|\| Aluminium housing, 3 output leads, mounting tabs		\| [http://www.HolidayCoro.com HolidayCoro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 400W Rain Proof Switch Mode \|\| 100-130VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 33A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/48.htm link]\|\| [[Image:HolidayCoro-RP-PS.jpg\|100px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/48.htm]] \|\| 2.3" H x 4.5" W x 10.4" L \|\| Aluminium housing, 3 output leads, mounting tabs
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	\| [http://www.HolidayCoro.com HolidayCoro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 400W Rain Proof Switch Mode \|\| 100-130VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 33A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/48.htm link]\|\| [[Image:HolidayCoro-RP-PS.jpg\|100px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/48.htm]] ~~\|\| $35.99 \|\|$1.09~~ \|\| 2.3" H x 4.5" W x 10.4" L \|\| Aluminium housing, 3 output leads, mounting tabs
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Jklingert: /* Fuseholders */

2016-01-06T23:03:44Z

Fuseholders

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	\|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"\| [http://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Eagle-Plastic-Devices/441-R360D-GR/?qs=GP7tGcbp1QS0bASKeHq6DA== 441-R360D-GR]		\|style="background:#FBEC5D; color:black"\| [http://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Eagle-Plastic-Devices/441-R360D-GR/?qs=GP7tGcbp1QS0bASKeHq6DA== 441-R360D-GR]
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			===Fuse blocks===
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			There are also fuseblocks sold that allow for fusing your power injection wires at one common location. Here are examples of [http://www.powerwerx.com/fuses-circuit-protection/10-circuit-blade-fuse-block-cover.html 10 Fuse] [http://www.powerwerx.com/fuses-circuit-protection/6-circuit-blade-fuse-block-cover.html 6 fuse] fuse blocks.

	===Fuses===		===Fuses===

Jklingert at 12:52, 12 December 2015

2015-12-12T12:52:13Z

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	===Choosing a Fuse Size===		===Choosing a Fuse Size===
	<blockquote>'''Choose the fuse and fuseholder based on the maximum [[Power_Supplies#Power_Supply_Current\|current]] that you expect from your Pixels to draw thru the smallest section of wiring. Choosing the correct fuse size can be a complicated matter with many options. For more detailed information about fuse size or selection look [http://www.littelfuse.com/~/~~media~~/~~files/littelfuse/technical%20resources/documents/product%20catalogs~~/autofuseology.pdf here] , [http://www.optifuse.com/PDFs/FuseSelectionGuide_RevA.pdf here] , [http://www.cooperindustries.com/content/dam/public/bussmann/Electrical/Resources/solution-center/industrial_control_panels/BUS_Ele_Small_Conductor_Protection.pdf here] and [http://www.bcae1.com/fuses.htm here].'''<br>		<blockquote>'''Choose the fuse and fuseholder based on the maximum [[Power_Supplies#Power_Supply_Current\|current]] that you expect from your Pixels to draw thru the smallest section of wiring. Choosing the correct fuse size can be a complicated matter with many options. For more detailed information about fuse size or selection look [http://www.littelfuse.com/data/en/product_catalogs/autofuseology.pdf here] , [http://www.optifuse.com/PDFs/FuseSelectionGuide_RevA.pdf here] , [http://www.cooperindustries.com/content/dam/public/bussmann/Electrical/Resources/solution-center/industrial_control_panels/BUS_Ele_Small_Conductor_Protection.pdf here] and [http://www.bcae1.com/fuses.htm here].'''<br>

	Many Pixel Controllers like the [http://sandevices.com/E681info.html E682], [http://sandevices.com/E6804Info.html E6804] and the [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller\|Renard PX1]] have separate output fuses connected to each output connector already on the controller. A common rating for those fuses are 5A. They are generally [http://www.littelfuse.com/data/en/Data_Sheets/Littelfuse-Automotive-Blade-Fuse-MINI-32V.pdf Mini ] fuses. <br>		Many Pixel Controllers like the [http://sandevices.com/E681info.html E682], [http://sandevices.com/E6804Info.html E6804] and the [[Renard_PX1_Pixel_Controller\|Renard PX1]] have separate output fuses connected to each output connector already on the controller. A common rating for those fuses are 5A. They are generally [http://www.littelfuse.com/data/en/Data_Sheets/Littelfuse-Automotive-Blade-Fuse-MINI-32V.pdf Mini ] fuses. <br>

Dmoore: /* Non Waterproof Power Supplies */

2015-05-06T14:11:01Z

Non Waterproof Power Supplies

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	\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com DIYLEDEXPRESS] \|\| 300W Switching Mode \|\| 100V~120 VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=20&products_id=162 link]\|\| \|\| $27.75 \|\|$0.46 \|\| 49mm x 114mm x 226mm \|\|Fan Cooled		\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com DIYLEDEXPRESS] \|\| 300W Switching Mode \|\| 100V~120 VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=20&products_id=162 link]\|\| \|\| $27.75 \|\|$0.46 \|\| 49mm x 114mm x 226mm \|\|Fan Cooled
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	\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/ Holiday Coro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 100-130 VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/50.htm ~~link~~]\|\|[[Image:HolidayCoro-NWP-PS.jpg\|150px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/50.htm]] \|\| $29.99\|\|$0.49 \|\| 2"x4.5"x8.5" \|\|Fan ~~Cooled~~		\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/ Holiday Coro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 100-130 VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/50.htm In-Stock]<br>[http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/50-PS.htm PRE-SALE]\|\|[[Image:HolidayCoro-NWP-PS.jpg\|150px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/50.htm]] \|\| $29.99 In-Stock<br>$19.99 PRE-SALE\|\|$0.49 Regular<br>$0.33 PRE-SALE\|\| 2"x4.5"x8.5" \|\|Temperature Controlled Fan<br>[http://www.holidaycoro.com/Enclosure-Mounting-Adapters-and-Housings-s/1953.htm Optional Mounting Adapters]
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	\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/701799 Ray Wu] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 85 - 264 VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/350W-Dual-Output-Switching-Power-Supply-88-264VAC-input-5V-350W-output-CE-and-ROHS-approved/701799_289599937.html link]\|\| \|\| $20.00\|\|$0.33 \|\| 50mmx115mmx215mm \|\|Fan Cooled		\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/701799 Ray Wu] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 85 - 264 VAC \|\| 5VDC \|\| 60A \|\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/350W-Dual-Output-Switching-Power-Supply-88-264VAC-input-5V-350W-output-CE-and-ROHS-approved/701799_289599937.html link]\|\| \|\| $20.00\|\|$0.33 \|\| 50mmx115mmx215mm \|\|Fan Cooled
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	\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com DIYLEDEXPRESS] \|\| 360W Switching Mode \|\| 100V~120 VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 30A \|\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=20&products_id=58 link]\|\| \|\| $27.75 \|\|$0.93 \|\| 50mm x 112mm x 214mm \|\|Fan Cooled		\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com DIYLEDEXPRESS] \|\| 360W Switching Mode \|\| 100V~120 VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 30A \|\| [http://www.diyledexpress.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=20&products_id=58 link]\|\| \|\| $27.75 \|\|$0.93 \|\| 50mm x 112mm x 214mm \|\|Fan Cooled
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	\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/ Holiday Coro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 100-130 VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 29A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/350w-Dual-Output-Power-Supply-p/49.htm ~~link~~] \|\| [[Image:HolidayCoro-NWP-PS.jpg\|150px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/49.htm]] \|\| $29.99 \|\| $.96 \|\| 2"x4.5"x8.5" \|\|Fan ~~Cooled~~		\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/ Holiday Coro<br>(US Based)] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 100-130 VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 29A \|\| [http://www.holidaycoro.com/350w-Dual-Output-Power-Supply-p/49.htm In-Stock]<br>[http://www.holidaycoro.com/350w-Dual-Output-Power-Supply-p/49-PS.htm PRE-SALE] \|\| [[Image:HolidayCoro-NWP-PS.jpg\|150px\|link=http://www.holidaycoro.com/product-p/49.htm]] \|\| $29.99 In-Stock<br>$19.99 PRE-SALE \|\|$0.49 Regular<br>$0.33 PRE-SALE \|\| 2"x4.5"x8.5" \|\|Temperature Controlled Fan <br>[http://www.holidaycoro.com/Enclosure-Mounting-Adapters-and-Housings-s/1953.htm Optional Mounting Adapters]
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	\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/701799 Ray Wu] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 85 - 264 VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 29A \|\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/350W-Dual-Output-Switching-Power-Supply-88-264VAC-input-12V-350W-output-CE-and-ROHS-approved/701799_289599951.html link]\|\| \|\| $20.00\|\|$0.69 \|\| 50mm x 115mm x 215mm \|\|Fan Cooled		\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/701799 Ray Wu] \|\| 350W Switching Mode \|\| 85 - 264 VAC \|\| 12VDC \|\| 29A \|\| [http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/350W-Dual-Output-Switching-Power-Supply-88-264VAC-input-12V-350W-output-CE-and-ROHS-approved/701799_289599951.html link]\|\| \|\| $20.00\|\|$0.69 \|\| 50mm x 115mm x 215mm \|\|Fan Cooled

Jklingert: /* Wire Sizing in Pixel Systems */

2014-12-14T23:24:58Z

Wire Sizing in Pixel Systems

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	If all you have is higher gauge wire, it is possible to double or triple up the wires (use 2 or 3 parallel wires for the V+ and Ground) to help reduce the effective wire resistance.		If all you have is higher gauge wire, it is possible to double or triple up the wires (use 2 or 3 parallel wires for the V+ and Ground) to help reduce the effective wire resistance. You do need to fuse them separately.

			Be careful to identify the material your wire is made of. Low cost wire is often [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Copper-clad_aluminium_wire "CCA" Copper Clad Aluminium]. CCA wire has a higher resistance to electricity then pure copper wire. Because of the slightly higher resistance, the NEC requires using CCA wire that is two gauge sizes larger than what would normally be used with solid copper. So 18AWG CCA wire actually is similar in resistance to 20AWG Copper wire.

	Common wire used for Pixels include larger gauge (10-18 AWG) [http://www.monoprice.com/products/subdepartment.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10239 Speaker wire], [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&keyword=alarm+wire Security Alarm Wire], [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&keyword=landscape+wire Low voltage landscaping wire], [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&keyword=sprinkler+wire Sprinkler wire], [[SPT_Wire_and_Vampire_Plugs\|SPT wire]] and various wire types available from the pixel vendors. You must pay attention to the wire size (thicker is better) and length (shorter is better) to ensure that the voltage drop over the wire is not excessive. '''Do not use thin wire (20-26 AWG) like [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category_5_cable Cat5] or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category_6_cable Cat6] wire. The [[Power_Supplies#Wire_Sizing_in_Pixel_Systems\|voltage drop]] over thin wire is often too high to allow the pixels to operate properly. Thin wire also is a safety hazard and can heat if too high a current is used on it.'''		Common wire used for Pixels include larger gauge (10-18 AWG) [http://www.monoprice.com/products/subdepartment.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10239 Speaker wire], [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&keyword=alarm+wire Security Alarm Wire], [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&keyword=landscape+wire Low voltage landscaping wire], [http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/catalog/servlet/Search?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&keyword=sprinkler+wire Sprinkler wire], [[SPT_Wire_and_Vampire_Plugs\|SPT wire]] and various wire types available from the pixel vendors. You must pay attention to the wire size (thicker is better) and length (shorter is better) to ensure that the voltage drop over the wire is not excessive. '''Do not use thin wire (20-26 AWG) like [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category_5_cable Cat5] or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category_6_cable Cat6] wire. The [[Power_Supplies#Wire_Sizing_in_Pixel_Systems\|voltage drop]] over thin wire is often too high to allow the pixels to operate properly. Thin wire also is a safety hazard and can heat if too high a current is used on it.'''

Jklingert: /* Fuseholders */

2014-09-24T16:41:36Z

Fuseholders

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	===Fuseholders===		===Fuseholders===
	[http://mouser.com Mouser.com] carries several inline weather resistant DC fuseholders that take automotive blade style fuses both ATC and Mini style fuses. You can also find similar fuseholders at [http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3150583 Radio Shack], your local auto parts store, [http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-PACK-12-GAUGE-ATC-FUSE-HOLDER-W-FUSE-IN-LINE-AWG-WIRE-COPPER-12-VOLT-BLADE-/281098237438 Ebay], or [http://dx.com/p/add-a-circuit-blade-fuse-holder-with-30a-blade-fuse-black-medium-size-129577 DX.com]. A 30A ATC fuseholder with 10AWG wire is avaialble on [http://www.amazon.com/In-line-ACT-Water-resistant-Fuse-Holder/dp/B0002KR88A Amazon].<br>		[http://mouser.com Mouser.com] carries several inline weather resistant DC fuseholders that take automotive blade style fuses both ATC and Mini style fuses. You can also find similar fuseholders at [http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3150583 Radio Shack], your local auto parts store, [http://www.lowes.com/pd_321955-73694-BP/HHG-RP_0__?productId=3138837 Lowes], [http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-PACK-12-GAUGE-ATC-FUSE-HOLDER-W-FUSE-IN-LINE-AWG-WIRE-COPPER-12-VOLT-BLADE-/281098237438 Ebay], or [http://dx.com/p/add-a-circuit-blade-fuse-holder-with-30a-blade-fuse-black-medium-size-129577 DX.com]. A 30A ATC fuseholder with 10AWG wire is avaialble on [http://www.amazon.com/In-line-ACT-Water-resistant-Fuse-Holder/dp/B0002KR88A Amazon].<br>
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2014-09-22T13:29:51Z

Fuseholders

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	===Fuseholders===		===Fuseholders===
	[http://mouser.com Mouser.com] carries several inline weather resistant DC fuseholders that take automotive blade style fuses both ATC and Mini style fuses. You can also find similar fuseholders at [http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3150583 Radio Shack], your local auto parts store, [http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-PACK-12-GAUGE-ATC-FUSE-HOLDER-W-FUSE-IN-LINE-AWG-WIRE-COPPER-12-VOLT-BLADE-/281098237438 Ebay], or [http://dx.com/p/add-a-circuit-blade-fuse-holder-with-30a-blade-fuse-black-medium-size-129577 DX.com].<br>		[http://mouser.com Mouser.com] carries several inline weather resistant DC fuseholders that take automotive blade style fuses both ATC and Mini style fuses. You can also find similar fuseholders at [http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3150583 Radio Shack], your local auto parts store, [http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-PACK-12-GAUGE-ATC-FUSE-HOLDER-W-FUSE-IN-LINE-AWG-WIRE-COPPER-12-VOLT-BLADE-/281098237438 Ebay], or [http://dx.com/p/add-a-circuit-blade-fuse-holder-with-30a-blade-fuse-black-medium-size-129577 DX.com]. A 30A ATC fuseholder with 10AWG wire is avaialble on [http://www.amazon.com/In-line-ACT-Water-resistant-Fuse-Holder/dp/B0002KR88A Amazon].<br>
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2014-08-06T21:28:27Z

Wire Sizing in Pixel Systems

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			Click here for [http://www.houwire.com/pdf/article400_5.pdf National Electric Code Table] for Maximum current thru common wire types including SPT.

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