Electrical wiring advice to run four gavita 1700e in a 10’x10’ tent

Bola

New Member
So I did the math 2580 watts then I should run a dedicated 240v 30 amp circuit just for the lights. Should I just split into two independent circuits run two lights on each? Can I go 120v route safely and with what amp rating? Also going with the gavita controller which I believe controls exhaust. All other accessories will be on traditional home outlet circuits... I feel like I’m overthinking just need clarification, thanks for your time
 

Rocket Soul

Well-Known Member
Id try to go for a 240V circuit as that would bring ac amps down to half.

Make sure the lights dont turn on at the exaact same time to diminish inrush current.

2 circuits might be a good idea but maybe keep lights on one and the rest of your equipment (dehuey, humidifier extraction etc)
 

tilopa

Well-Known Member
I definitely would not split into 120v circuits, you will end up needing more power for heat and AC, dehumid, fans, and pumps and will want to use less amperage. Get yourself a little 60 amp main lug and add 1 double pole 20 amp breaker, run your 4 lights off of that, and 1 single 20 amp breaker. Run all your accessories off of that.
 
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