Stray Voltage

by Danny21 Mon 25 Feb 2013, 2:45 am

I was doing some weekly maintenance and I felt some shocks from a cut I have on my finger, it felt alot stronger then when I had felt it a few months ago, most likely due to the added reactors and upsized heater, but I was wondering if this was anything to be concerned of? Will it harm the fish or corals, because after all they are animals like we are, and I don't think I would like being shocked 24/7. Also, what can I do to help reduce the amount of voltage or eliminate it completely?

by matt_longview Mon 25 Feb 2013, 9:48 am

You can get a grounding probe or you can find the source of the voltage by unplugging things one at a time and seeing if you still get shocked.

I'd try to get rid of it as well. I've read that it makes your fish more prone to disease because of the added stress.

by J.Davis Wed 27 Feb 2013, 10:00 pm

matt_longview wrote:You can get a grounding probe or you can find the source of the voltage by unplugging things one at a time and seeing if you still get shocked.

I'd try to get rid of it as well. I've read that it makes your fish more prone to disease because of the added stress.

+1 You'll need to isolate the source & replace/ repair it. I perfer to use a multi-meter than my hands for checking stray voltage Cool