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RV electrical systems are very sensitive. Costly damage can be done if these systems are exposed to surges, but there are a number of other electrical issues that a simple surge protector cannot defend against. That is why an electrical management system (EMS) is a better choice to protect your RV investment.

While surge protectors are designed to protect RVs from voltage spikes, electrical management systems are designed to protect the RV from voltage spikes and other electrical damage such as: low voltage, open ground, open neutral, reverse polarity and accidentally plugging into a 240 volt outlet.

The latest Surge Guard product will protect the RV when there is high or low voltage, misfired pedestals, open ground, open neutral, reverse polarity, high neutral current, surges, overheating plug or receptacle.

Similar to the portable EMS, the hard-wired version is installed in your RV. It does not come with a built in display, but a separately sold display can be installed on the inside of the RV in order to monitor voltage and amp draw along with any power issues.

Camco also makes a portable voltage protector that will shut off power to the RV when low or high voltage is detected. The display will show other electrical issues, but will not stop power from going to the RV.

The Hughes Autoformer is a power booster with built-in surge protection. When the input voltage is below 113 volts, the Autoformer will go into boost mode to increase the output by 10%. It does not draw power from the campground or any source the RV is plugged into.

The newest product from Hughes Autoformer is the Power Watch Dog Surge Protection with EPO. Bluetooth connectivity allows you to monitor real time power conditions on your smartphone.

Voltage surge.This happens when the power grid experiences a disruption that causes an increase in voltage. It can be an increase of 1 volt to thousands if, for example, lightning strikes a power line. These surges can damage any electrical device that you have in the RV, including anything you have plugged into an outlet. Surges can also start electrical fires.

After those 5 years, we no longer needed an EMS and sold ours. Despite having always been outside in all sorts of weather, it was still in great shape and worked perfectly. If we needed to buy another EMS I would probably buy the Progressive Industries EMS again but I would strongly consider the Southwire Surge Guard since it has protection against an overheating plug.

Surge protectors will be the least expensive option because they provide less protection than an Electrical Management System. Most surge protectors will offer high and low voltage protection but that’s about it. If you want more comprehensive protection, consider buying an EMS which will protect against most, if not all of the electrical scenarios listed above.

We chose a portable EMS and would chose one again because they are, well, portable. When we sold our Class A and got a Class B campervan, the EMS came with us…no need to buy a new one. We also didn’t need to wire and install an LCD panel inside the RV to see what faults were triggered. With some of the newer portable EMSs, they have additional features like detection of an overheating plug. That said, since an EMS can be expensive, they can be targets for thieves. We typically carried a bike lock with us and would secure our EMS to the pedestal so someone couldn’t just run off with it.

Hard-wired units are great because every time you plug your RV into shore power it’s working. No forgetting to connect it. It can also be tucked away so you’re not sacrificing storage to carry around a portable unit. If the interior LCD is installed and the EMS cuts your RV off from power, you can check it to see why without having to go outside. It also can’t be stolen (unless they take the entire RV). The downside is that if/when you get another RV, you can’t take it with you. Also, some smaller campervans, etc may not have space to install a wired unit.

A surge protector designed for a standard AC power outlet requires a functional ground connection in order to work properly. The surge protector diverts excess voltage to the ground wire, preventing it from reaching connected equipment.

This is not recommended because the extension cord may not be robust enough to carry the current required by the surge protector safely. In addition, long cable runs increase electrical resistance, which can cause overheating and fire hazards. Instead, choose a surge protector with a long input cord designed to carry the required current safely, such as one of these models.

This is not recommended because long cable runs can cause overheating and fire hazards. Instead, choose a surge protector with a long input cord designed to carry the required current safely, such as one of these models.

This is not recommended because long cable runs can cause overheating and fire hazards. Increasing the number of outlets also makes overloads more likely. Instead, choose a surge protector with a long input cord designed to carry the required current safely, such as one of these models.

Tripping breakers are usually caused by current (amperage) overloads. That means too much equipment is plugged into the surge protector or the outlet. Unplugging some equipment or replacing it with equipment that requires less power (wattage) may prevent the breaker from tripping. Other possible causes include a compromised breaker in the electrical panel that requires replacement or an appliance that draws too much amperage on startup, such as a heavy-duty power tool. High-amperage devices may require a 20 amp outlet instead of the typical 15 amp outlet. A 20 amp outlet can be combined with a 20 amp surge protector, such as one of these models.

This may indicate the surge protector is damaged or faulty. You should unplug the surge protector and replace it. If you still notice a problem, consult an electrician.

A surge protector should be labeled as a surge protective device or similar on its nameplate. In addition, the manufacturer"s documentation will identify it as a surge protector and provide specifications for the level of surge protection provided, including the joule rating and voltage let-through rating.

A surge protector is designed to protect against very short-term and high-intensity voltage spikes and surges. A power conditioner is designed to protect against longer-term and lower-intensity voltage sags (brownouts) and swells (overvoltages). The automatic voltage regulation (AVR) feature of line-interactive UPS systems performs the same function as a power conditioner. Power conditioners and UPS systems typically include built-in surge protection in addition to their voltage regulation features.

A residual-current device, such as a GFCI outlet, monitors for leakage current to ground and interrupts the circuit when it detects leakage current. Interrupting or breaking the circuit prevents equipment damage and the potential for dangerous electric shocks. Rather than protecting against excessive voltages like a surge protector, it protects against current (amperage) leaking to the wrong place in the circuit due to a wiring fault or other problem.

In testing, this surge protector was one of the best at preventing extra voltage from reaching its outlets. It also safely stops all power once the protection wears out, and it has 12 AC outlets plus coaxial and phone ports.

If you want a surge protector for your home office or entertainment setup, the Tripp Lite Protect It 12-Outlet Surge Protector TLP1208TELTV is your best choice. It has a critical auto-shutoff feature, more than enough outlets to keep all your gadgets powered, and both coaxial and telephone connectors. It offers great protection against household surges that come from other equipment in your home or fluctuations from the power company. Plus, it has a generous 8-foot cord, and it feels sturdy and robust.

For light-duty powering, such as under a nightstand or end table, the Accell Power Air is the way to go to protect gadgets such as phones, tablets, or alarm clocks from surges. It offers two USB ports and six AC outlets in a round package that’s smaller than a dinner plate. The USB ports put out a combined 2.4 amps, enough to charge one smartphone or tablet at a high speed or two devices at low speeds. The circular outlet layout makes the Power Air usable with a variety of plug sizes. Its 6-foot cord is 2 feet shorter than that of the Tripp Lite 12-outlet model but should still be plenty long for most people. The Power Air performed almost as well as our top pick against individual surges, though it might not hold up to as many surges over its lifetime given its lower joule rating (which describes roughly how much energy it can absorb before it dies—the company estimates it’ll withstand about 1,080 joules of use, whereas many larger models are built to handle more than 2,000 joules).

Tripp Lite’s three-outlet SK30USB has an auto-shutoff feature and offers almost as much surge protection as full-size models. Plus, it has two 2.1-amp USB ports.

The Tripp Lite Protect It 3-Outlet Surge Protector SK30USB offers the portability of our favorite small power strips for travel but with even more protection. It has an auto-shutoff mechanism, making it one of the few three-outlet options we’ve found that will disconnect the power when the surge protection wears out. In addition to the three AC outlets, it comes equipped with two USB ports that offer a combined 2.1 amps to charge a phone, a tablet, or a couple of low-power devices. It performs well compared with other small options we’ve tested, blocking almost as many volts as larger models. In contrast to many comparable models, its compact size, grounded (three-prong) plug, and optional screw in the center of the unit help keep it firmly attached to the wall outlet, which is important for preventing electrical fires or shocks. We’d choose the SK30USB for protecting a few small household appliances—say, an essential oil diffuser, a Nintendo Switch dock, and a coffee grinder—and a couple of smartphones, or even for tossing in a carry-on when we’re traveling.

Tripp Lite’s eight-outlet TLP825 has a 25-foot cord, which is three to four times the length of most surge protector cords. It has fewer outlets than our top pick and no extra ports, but it performed almost as well in our surge tests.

With a cord measuring 25 feet, the Tripp Lite Protect It 8-Outlet Surge Protector TLP825 has the longest cord of any of our picks, making it the ideal choice for a garage, a basement, or any room where wall outlets are few and far between. It performed about as well as Tripp Lite’s 12-outlet TLP1208TELTV (and better than Accell’s Power Air and Tripp Lite’s three-outlet SK30USB) in our surge tests. Since it’s unsafe to plug a surge protector into an extension cord or to daisy-chain multiple surge protectors together, you should get this model if the devices you want to protect are more than 8 feet away from an outlet. It has four fewer outlets than our top pick and no additional ports (coaxial, phone, or USB), but that’s a small sacrifice if you need the extra cord length.

Overkill unless you have high-end home theater, office, or media equipment, this unit knocked down surges better than any other model we tried, including surge eliminators costing twice as much.

Our top pick will protect most equipment in most cases. But the Furman Power Station 8 (PST-8) goes further, providing the best surge suppression of any model we tested—enough to give owners of high-end electronics peace of mind. It turned a 5,000-volt surge into just 40 volts, thanks in part to a shutdown circuit that turns off all power when a surge is detected. The PST-8 actually let less voltage through in our tests than high-end series mode surge eliminators that can cost hundreds more. But common equipment, such as a computer monitor, will be fine protected by one of our less expensive picks, so this model is best for people who insist on extra protection for particularly precious gear. Plus, it has a sturdy aluminum body and an 8-foot cord.

Protect your RV from potentially thousands of dollars of damage from the threat of lightning strikes and power surges.A good RV surge protector offers protection from an electrical surge that can come through the power pedestal into which an RV is plugged into. An electrical surge can damage RV electronics and appliances, (both those that came with the RV, and anything plugged into a 120V AC outlet).A good RV surge protector effectively manages and protects your electrical system. A high-quality RV surge protector has the ability to cut the power coming in from the power pedestal automatically when any dangerous electrical event occurs. A good surge protector will also automatically restore power to your RV once power is detected as being safe and the electrical event is no longer a threat. The high-quality RV surge protectors will even display the fault so you’ll know exactly what electrical event took place to cause the unit to shut down the power coming into your RV from the power pedestal. If powerful enough, a power surge could fry every electronic device and appliance in your RV, which is why a high quality surge protector is extremely important.

Protect your rig and electronics with Surge Protection products from RV PandA and keep your camper, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or motorhome safe and secure! Be safe out there from potentially dangerous electrical events!

The product is compact and stylish, ideal for placement in a living room or an office. With the trendy design, this product complements the place where it is used, while providing reliable surge protection for the connected equipment.

The product"s outlets are designed to absorb surges and spikes caused by thunder and lightning, hence providing complete protection for equipment and devices.

Energy-saving Tier 2 advanced power strips have always-on and energy-saving outlets only. Tier 2 advanced power strips are controlled by an infrared (IR) smart sensor which reduces energy consumption by shutting down all home theater devices when a remote has not been used. The typical use for tier 2 APS device is a television and other home theater electronics. The energy-saving power strip is controlled by an infrared (IR) smart sensor, which is placed on the television. The IR smart sensor turns the electronics plugged into the energy-saving outlets off if it doesn’t sense a response from a remote by setting the timer to one-hour or two-hour.

Energy-Saving Battery Backups with ECO-Mode technology and have a battery inside to help you safely shut down your computer and connected devices in the event of a power outage. Battery backups or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) with ECO Mode, have a user-selectable feature for select surge protected outlets on the UPS. When the UPS is in ECO Mode it detects the computer is asleep or in standby mode and it will automatically turn off electronics plugged into the appropriate outlets. UPS systems with ECO Mode will reduce power usage, protect sensitive electronics from power surges and allow you to safely shutdown your computer in the event of a power outage.

The PC-200 is a professional grade, rack-mountable power conditioner and controller designed to provide 120 Volt AC power distribution, switching, surge protection, noise filtering, and energy monitoring for Crestron® control systems, AV systems, computers, and other equipment. Eight switched outlets are provided on the rear panel, plus a single unswitched convenience outlet is provided on the front. All nine outlets are protected, filtered, and monitored. The switched outlets are arranged in four banks of two, three of which are turn-on delay-adjustable when controlled from the front panel power switch. The same three outlet banks are also individually controllable via a control system to enable selective switching of devices, on/off power sequencing, load-shedding, and other custom power control functionality.[1]

When connected to a local area network, three of the four outlet banks on the PC-200’s rear panel can be turned on or off independently using a web browser or control system. The other bank is always on as long as the front panel switch is turned on. This energy-saving feature allows select components to be powered down when not needed. Through integration with a control system, custom functionality can be programmed to enable control from a touch screen, keypad, remote, or mobile device. Sequential power-up and power-down functionality can be enabled through programming of the control system. For systems employing a backup generator or UPS, load-shedding can be performed to shut down unnecessary components during a power outage.[1]

Events such as power surges, over/under voltage conditions, over-temperature conditions, ping failures, outlet switching activity, and sudden changes in current draw (indicative of a device being improperly shut off or disconnected) can all be logged as they occur to document the time and cause of problems and to track system usage. All sensor readings are logged at a configurable interval as short as five seconds providing a minimum of one week’s worth of data. Logs can be retrieved periodically to record a detailed history of events and energy usage over time.

The PC-200 integrates neatly into any system or facility. Used alone, it can be set up and managed through a web browser. It can also be configured to send email notifications in case of certain specified events. Integration with the MyCrestron.com residential monitoring service provides a cloud based solution for homeowners to monitor and manage the PC-200 as part of a complete Crestron home automation system. Or, Crestron Fusion Cloud provides an enterprise solution for corporations and universities to manage rooms using the PC-200 throughout a building or campus. And of course, the PC-200 can be integrated with a Crestron control system via Ethernet or Cresnet® to enable control and monitoring through a touch screen, handheld remote, or mobile device.[1,2]