effects of / protection from undervoltage
In the 'do I really need a surge protector for a basic trailer' thread, saw a lot about 'undervoltage'...many responses that 'undervoltage is more common that a surge, and causes as much or more damag...
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trailernovice wrote:
In the 'do I really need a surge protector for a basic trailer' thread, saw a lot about 'undervoltage’ . . . if this involves sticking probes into a live outlet socket or something to check voltage, count me out--don't want to be the next Ted Bundy
Checking voltage with a meter or monitoring with a Kill o Watt is pointless.
What happens if the park voltage drops when you’re not watching?
First, undervoltage conditions typically happen in summer when everyone is using their AC. Voltage drops and your AC (and fridge) motors draw more amperage to keep up. More amps = increased heat = shorter motor life.
What I and others do is use a autoformer (voltage booster) to restore voltage levels. I also have a Surge Guard electrical fault device.
