Understanding Surge High and low voltage
After reading these surge protection threads I still don't understand a few things. 1, If you are plugged in to a FHU campsite and don't have an appliance on like your AC and you get a high or low vol...
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With all due respect to everyone in this thread, using the term "surge" (true surge, surge guard, etc.) so loosely is what generates confusion and the OP's question in the first place.
MEXICOWANDERER did a great job of breaking things down for someone who has a basic understanding of electricity. Unfortunately, for a novice, it's very overwhelming.
Many times when the Progessive Industries EMS (Electrical Management System) is discussed, more times than not, it's referred to as a surge protector. Sure, surge protection is part of the protection provided by the PI EMS, but it's far from all it does.
IMO, most electrically challenged folks would read this thread and buy a "simple" RV surge protector (usually $75-$100) and incorrectly believe they are "completely" protected.
Just something to think about . . . my two cents . . .
MEXICOWANDERER did a great job of breaking things down for someone who has a basic understanding of electricity. Unfortunately, for a novice, it's very overwhelming.
Many times when the Progessive Industries EMS (Electrical Management System) is discussed, more times than not, it's referred to as a surge protector. Sure, surge protection is part of the protection provided by the PI EMS, but it's far from all it does.
IMO, most electrically challenged folks would read this thread and buy a "simple" RV surge protector (usually $75-$100) and incorrectly believe they are "completely" protected.
Just something to think about . . . my two cents . . .
