{"product_id":"bluelab-power-pod","title":"Bluelab Power Pod","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bluelab Power Pod brings mains-powered equipment under the control of a Bluelab Pro Controller. It adds electronic mains switching to the Bluelab Pro Controller and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hydrooasis.com.au\/products\/bluelab-pro-controller\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Bluelab Pro Controller Wi-Fi\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBluelab Pro Controller Wi-Fi\u003c\/a\u003e. The controller can then switch on equipment such as pumps, heaters, coolers and other temperature control systems, so those devices no longer need their own timer or a manual switch. With four mains outputs in one wall-mounted unit, a single controller can manage several mains devices at once. The Power Pod is the part that lets a Pro Controller run a larger automated system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Power Pod sits between the mains supply and the equipment it runs. Power comes in through a three-conductor cord that plugs into an IEC C13 connector on the underside, and goes out through four outputs, each with its own supplied output cord. Pumps, heaters or coolers plug into the Power Pod instead of straight into the wall. The control signal comes from the controller over the supplied dosing cable, which plugs into the M12 input connector and locks with a screw collar. A matching M12 output connector passes that signal on, so the Power Pod can sit in a chain: a Bluelab Peridoser, Solenoid kit, Peripod or a second Power Pod plugs into its output, while the Power Pod itself connects directly to the controller. The enclosure carries an IP43 rating once every mains output has a plug in place. A water cover comes in the box for extra protection when the unit is mounted somewhere damp. Inside the case is a replaceable fuse, and four mounting screws fix the unit to a wall or other solid surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Power Pod is built for the Pro Controller family, so the main question is which controller is already running the system. Plan the load before plugging anything in. Everything connected shares one combined rating, listed under Technical Specifications, so the sockets do not each carry their own separate allowance. A heater and a large pump running together should be checked against that total. Mount the unit so the mains input connector stays clear and easy to remove. Looking after it is simple: disconnect it from the mains, wipe it with a cloth lightly dampened with water or a mild detergent, never a solvent, and check the connected cables regularly for damaged insulation or exposed metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dose ratios are not supported when a Power Pod and a Peripod are connected to the same Pro Controller at the same time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluelab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48083208208542,"sku":"9421024920906","price":979.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/5261\/6094\/files\/Bluelab_Power_Pod.png?v=1790454958","url":"https:\/\/www.hydrooasis.com.au\/products\/bluelab-power-pod","provider":"Hydro Oasis","version":"1.0","type":"link"}