I need this to protect my home PC. I'm confused about difference between this and model "APC P62 Essential SurgeArrest 6-Outlet, 120-Volts and 2-F"?
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The APC P62 has a shorter cord (2ft vs. 4ft), less surge protection (540 joules vs. 840 joules), and one less receptacle. While I am no expert with regard to all of the technical aspects of surge suppressors, either one will probably work just fine. I have several of these models (P74) protecting computer and networking equipment and am quite happy with them.
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Noooo! You have this wrong - it is an extension lead for US power - the protector is a standard RCD which kicks in if there's a short somewhere! It DOES NOT convert from one voltage to another!! A voltage transformer always has to be in there! You plug a 110v item into this then into the 240v mains in the UK then you will have the protector trip which is preferable to having the US electrical item blow up on you.If you are unsure - please buy from a shop where you can speak to someone for advice, rather than buy off the interwebs and risk danger or wasting money.
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It's 1200 joules surge protection according to RCA. http://www.rcaaudiovideo.com/power/surge-protectors/?sku=PSWTS6R
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Looking at the description, it says it's a surge protectory. However, I was only using it for the adaptor issues.
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Section 11 states that the product is protected against operational failure resulting from a power surge while properly connected to a surge protector. You may be required to provide your surge protector for examination. However...section 9, "WHAT IS NOT COVERED", states that improper electrical/power supply (as in, not using a surge protector), will not be covered. I'm sending you a short version of what I already sent to Amazon feedback, just in case. As I said, good luck!!
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not sure. I think at HAS A BUILT IN SURGE SUPPRESOR. HAD IT FOR 6 MOS. LOVE IT AND EASY TO USE.
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Its a power strip and not a surge protector. But,traveling in Europe you discover electrical outlets are few and far between. This device allows multiple units to be charged from a single outlet, yet compact enough to throw in an overnight bag. Remember, its a power strip not an adapter or converter.
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As with most PCs there's a slider switch on the back near the plug input that allows you to select the voltage. I haven't tested this since my voltage is 120 (the default setting), but I did verify that the switch is there. The product specs should also verify it.
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Installing the Whole House Surge Protection device into the electrical panel provides protection for both the 120VAC and 240VAC as it attaches to the panel the same as a 240VAC circuit breaker meaning that it protects both legs of the AC circuit. Consequently, it provides the fist level of protection for all of your electrical devices such as the heater, air conditioner, electric stove, etc. The only draw back is that if it is tripped, by say a lightning strike, it will have to be replaced. Regardless, it's still a good investment if it saves all of your appliances which do not have a dedicated surge suppressor. It is still recommended that you have a surge suppressor on items such as computers and televisions, etc.
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I have "whole-house" surge protection so I wasn't concerned with the capability of this unit. However, since you asked, I went back to the instructions that came with the unit. Under "Protections" it states: "USB circuits are equipped with over-load and short-circuit protections." That's it.
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My understanding of how surge protectors work is that you would need to use a 220v European surge protector to properly protect your devices that you want to plug in. The Belkin is designed to protect against surges based on US current levels. I have always used a European surge protector when in Europe. A Euro surge protector can be purchased at travel sites like Magellan and other similar retailers.
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The photo makes it look like it is a surge protector outlet. However the one I received from Amazon only contained a regular outlet. I ended up swapping it for a low voltage stereo connector plate, so I didn't really examine regular outlet closely. Hope this helps.
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According to the power supply and the back of the drive, it is switching which means it is 110-240V/50-60hz... I would still recommend keeping it plugged into a really good surge protector. One that, preferably, is at least a low end UPS as the good ones have what is referred to as "line conditioning" which basically means that by passing it through the batteries in the UPS it provides a clean and steady flow of power instead of the micro spikes and dips you get with A/C power.
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The product description on the Aeotec website mentions surge /over current protection to the following levels: Max. Joules: 650Max. Surge Current: 6000V/3000A. I dont see a problem with plugging in an additional surge protected strip.
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I was wondering this myself. Looking at the Panamax website it says it is meant to be used with the MFP-500-EX, which seems to be a 15A surge protector. I'd assume it can handle that much or a bit less. The other floor surge protectors they have are only 12A. If you want to be careful, don't push 12A.
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The Furman M-8X2 is a good surge protector, and EMI-RFI interference filter with some power conditioning capabilities. But, for the types of power issues you mention "rapid low level voltage fluctuations with irrregular hz", this model will not help - you're going to have to spend a lot more money to get the kind of power conditioning that you need. I am interested to find out what type of equipment you are using and where you are using that you have these types of problems. Not knowing that as i write this, I would suggest a Furman P2400 power conditioning unit, or even an APC S-series model which is made more for home entertainment system setups and is not rack-mounted. The Furman M-8X2 is a good surge protector, and EMI-RFI interference filter with some power conditioning capabilities. But, for the types of power issues you mention "rapid low level voltage fluctuations with irrregular hz", this model will not help - you're going to have to spend a lot more money to get the kind of power conditioning that you need. I am interested to find out what type of equipment you are using and where you are using that you have these types of problems. Not knowing that as i write this, I would suggest a Furman P2400 power conditioning unit, or even an APC... » Read More The Furman M-8X2 is a good surge protector, and EMI-RFI interference filter with some power conditioning capabilities. But, for the types of power issues you mention "rapid low level voltage fluctuations with irrregular hz", this model will not help - you're going to have to spend a lot more money to get the kind of power conditioning that you need. I am interested to find out what type of equipment you are using and where you are using that you have these types of problems. Not knowing that as i write this, I would suggest a Furman P2400 power conditioning unit, or even an APC S-series model which is made more for home entertainment system setups and is not rack-mounted. « Show Less
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I suggest you contact the manufacturer for your answer. Personally, I would only plug those units into a 15-20 amp dedicated wall socket with GFCI protection. I use this surge unit for my computer, monitor, external hard drives, wireless router etc. with excellent results.