Whats up with the power adapter for the fans on the ATI sunpower?

Radioheadx14 · 04/25/2009, 08:40 PM

I got a sunpower a week ago and the DC power adapter for the fans has 2 prongs that plug into a normal white outlet plug. The only problem is that the prongs do seem to lock in place. Its very unreliable unless I'm doing something wrong. I tried super gluing it in there but it didn't work. Any one know whats up with these things? I don't want my lights or ballast to burn up cause of a faulty fan setup.

Radioheadx14 · 04/26/2009, 08:40 AM

Anyone?

Radioheadx14 · 04/26/2009, 03:42 PM

To the top!

dan223 · 04/26/2009, 04:06 PM

I also thought the adaptor was pretty cheesy for a top of the line expensive fixture, all I can think is buy a different one which we shouldnt have to but what else can you do? Maybe we should all ***** to greg, assuming you got it from reefgeek and guys in the future wont have to deal with a rigged up pieceocrap adaptor.

Radioheadx14 · 04/26/2009, 04:48 PM

yeah, I might order a new one online. Radioshack over charges for these things, like 30 bucks or something crazy like that.

gcarroll · 04/26/2009, 05:35 PM

does it work when you plug it in? I mean it's not like this is something that you will be plugging in and unplugging daily right?

dan223 · 04/26/2009, 08:42 PM

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Originally posted by gcarroll
does it work when you plug it in? I mean it's not like this is something that you will be plugging in and unplugging daily right?

Have you seen it? Yes they work, they also stick out 4 inchs or so off the outlet and are not that solid, the point is they could give an american one instead of using euro style with a big ol adaptor that makes it stick way out. Just doesnt seem as sturdy or safe and for an otherwise top notch product its just one thing they could change to keep it a clean package.

gcarroll · 04/27/2009, 09:07 AM

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Originally posted by dan223
the point is they could give an american one instead of using euro style with a big ol adaptor that makes it stick way out.

Just curious, where is this fixture made?

jhoff · 04/27/2009, 09:17 AM

Try posting this in the T5 Q&A thread they are the ones ask...

Radioheadx14 · 04/27/2009, 09:34 AM

It was made in germany. The weird thing is the actual light ballasts have normal plugs, but it come with an off brand, german style fan adapter with an american plug adapter. Its very dumb.

gcarroll · 04/27/2009, 09:48 AM

I have a friend that just got one. Looks like I need to check it out.

04/25/2009, 08:40 PM	#1
Radioheadx14 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,601	Whats up with the power adapter for the fans on the ATI sunpower? I got a sunpower a week ago and the DC power adapter for the fans has 2 prongs that plug into a normal white outlet plug. The only problem is that the prongs do seem to lock in place. Its very unreliable unless I'm doing something wrong. I tried super gluing it in there but it didn't work. Any one know whats up with these things? I don't want my lights or ballast to burn up cause of a faulty fan setup.

04/26/2009, 05:35 PM	#6
gcarroll Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 9,666	does it work when you plug it in? I mean it's not like this is something that you will be plugging in and unplugging daily right? __________________ Greg Carroll I will be at REEF-A-PALOOZA! SPS = Stability Promotes Success Be wary of advice coming from those who will not show you the fruits of their success! Current Tank Info: building: 250g AGE Euro tank, Abyzz A200, Vertex Supra-G filtration, Ecotech Radion Pro LEDs, ...

04/27/2009, 09:48 AM	#11
gcarroll Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 9,666	I have a friend that just got one. Looks like I need to check it out. __________________ Greg Carroll I will be at REEF-A-PALOOZA! SPS = Stability Promotes Success Be wary of advice coming from those who will not show you the fruits of their success! Current Tank Info: building: 250g AGE Euro tank, Abyzz A200, Vertex Supra-G filtration, Ecotech Radion Pro LEDs, ...

04/26/2009, 08:40 AM	#2
Radioheadx14 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,601	Anyone?

04/26/2009, 03:42 PM	#3
Radioheadx14 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,601	To the top!

04/26/2009, 04:06 PM	#4
dan223 Custom User Title Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: WI Posts: 675	I also thought the adaptor was pretty cheesy for a top of the line expensive fixture, all I can think is buy a different one which we shouldnt have to but what else can you do? Maybe we should all ***** to greg, assuming you got it from reefgeek and guys in the future wont have to deal with a rigged up pieceocrap adaptor.

04/26/2009, 04:48 PM	#5
Radioheadx14 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,601	yeah, I might order a new one online. Radioshack over charges for these things, like 30 bucks or something crazy like that.

04/27/2009, 09:17 AM	#9
jhoff Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Edison New Jersey Posts: 1,082	Try posting this in the T5 Q&A thread they are the ones ask...

04/27/2009, 09:34 AM	#10
Radioheadx14 Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,601	It was made in germany. The weird thing is the actual light ballasts have normal plugs, but it come with an off brand, german style fan adapter with an american plug adapter. Its very dumb.