Sparks when connecting power to pedals

alec · #1 01-30-2012, 02:16 AM

I have a bunch of pedals powered by a 1Spot with daisy chain. When I plug power into some pedals (I think just some EHX and MXR), I sometimes get sparks flying out of the connector if I touch it to the metal casing of the pedal. I haven't fried anything, but I get a bit freaked out by it (haven't cried yet). It can make some pedals in the chain turn on.

Is it normal? Is it because I'm touching a metal case instead of plastic surround a la Iron Ether?

lunarpollen · #2 01-30-2012, 02:25 AM

Sounds like it could be dangerous...

DeltaPhoenix · #3 01-30-2012, 05:38 AM

don't have it plugged in when connecting pedals

rekesbass · #4 01-30-2012, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by DeltaPhoenix

don't have it plugged in when connecting pedals

my thought exactly....hook all pedals up then plug power in..

Funkinthetrunk · #5 01-30-2012, 06:53 AM

The spark is from applying voltage to chassis ground. Let's not do that anymore.