Hi All,

This is a basic power question, I am sure, but I do not know how to fix it. I have an SC-8 Controller system that I use regularly and hook up anywhere from 4-8 lights.

I keep blowing out the circuit on the single 20-amp circuit I hook in to. (well, one of the two plugs on the wall).

Is there a way to distribute power from two different circuits and combine into the single SC-8?

Again, I am very novice at this, but do know that one single 3 pronged plug is not holding enough power for 4-8 lights.

Thank you in advance for your help.

Matt

Hi Matt and welcome to the forums.

What types of fixtures are you plugging into the controller? You say 4-8, but each of those lights might be 2000w a piece (doubtful). The other thing is it is possible the outlet is a 15 amp outlet and not a 20 amp outlet. According to standard, 20 amp Edison has one on the prongs at a 90 degree angle with regards to the other. See this image for what exactly I am talking about.

Almost no one follows this standard, but it is possible, especially in newer buildings since there has been an up rise/appearance of such plugs and outlets in recent years.

Once again welcome to the forums.

Matt,
Is this the American DJ SC8 System? If so, it's limited to 15 amps per switch pack. So you'll need to purchase an additional switch pack in order to run two different circuits.