Am I risking an overload?

[MdmBudak]

1) Eheim ProII 2026
2) 36W*4 Pl tubes with e-ballast
3) C02 solenoid

The above are connected to the power point via a 4 port extension switch(PSB certified).

Will I be asking a overload if I were too add another 1/4hp chiller?

Thanks

[tawauboy]

nope. you are still safe.
just do not coil the extension wire.
max load you can use is about 3000w.

[lorba]

what's the consequence of coiling the wires?

[tawauboy]

the wire will get heated up due to actual current load as well as eddy currents. this is critical for heavy current load, > ~6 - 7amps or ~1500w.
the wires may melt due to the heat, leading to a short circuit and possibly a fire.