Surge Protectors?
I have never used one but was wondering if I should be or are they a waste of money. Thanks, Griz14
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Most people will buy power protection after an expensive event has occurred. A good surge protector with over/under voltage will save you money and pay for itself many times over. I have the Progressive Industries EMS-HW30C with a remote display. I can see at a glance the voltage, current, frequency, and any problems that it detects. It has protected my TT from reversed polarity(nuetral and hot swapped at the pedestal) and under voltage several times.
Low voltage conditions are much more common than people realize. Anything that uses 120VAC can be harmed by it as the effects are cumulative. As the voltage drops, the current thru a device increases. And the higher current creates the heat that slowly kills electronic components. 120 to 12V Converters/chargers, Microwave control panels, stereos, and tvs(anything with a circuit board) are some of the most common items affected.
Low voltage conditions are much more common than people realize. Anything that uses 120VAC can be harmed by it as the effects are cumulative. As the voltage drops, the current thru a device increases. And the higher current creates the heat that slowly kills electronic components. 120 to 12V Converters/chargers, Microwave control panels, stereos, and tvs(anything with a circuit board) are some of the most common items affected.
