Re: 500 Watt X10Appl Module Handle 500 Watt Halogen Lamp OK?

["JW" <jweb@xxxxxxxxxx>]

A simple way would be to build a 110v relay device to switch the lights and
control that with an X10 Powerflash Module.
"news.eastlink.ca" <test@xxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> Sorry if this is common knowledge or in a FAQ somewhere, I couldn't find
> it
> for sure.
>
> I've got some 500 Watt halogen work lights.  I'd like to set them up in my
> back yard for an
> ice rink for the kids this winter.  I'd like to be able to control them
> with
> X10 Appliance modules.
>
> Would it be safe to use appliance module rated at 500 watts?  Or should I
> be
> looking for
> something higher capacity? if it is available.
>
> Appreciate any feedback.
> Thanks
> Dave
>
>