Tripp Lite's TLP808NETG offers reliable, green surge technology that protects your computer and peripherals, the environment and your wallet. The TLP808NETG offers a unique Netbook switch that allows users to select wattage, so these are the only green surge suppressors compatible with all PCs, Notebooks and Netbooks. Energy-saving outlet configuration reduces energy waste (phantom loads) by cutting AC power to unused peripherals. TLP808NETG offers 8 total outlets, 1-line tel/network data line to protect surges from damaging your modem/fax/100Bt equipment, 8 foot cord with space-saving angled plug and diagnostic LEDs to warn of wiring problems and suppressor damage. Network-grade AC suppression rated at 2160 joules shields equipment from surges and line noise. Integrated child-safety outlet covers safely seal off unused outlets. Attractive cool gray suppressor housing with keyhole mounting tabs and 3 designated transformer plug outlets offers convenient protection of desktop computer equipment and accessories. $150,000 connected equipment insurance (U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico only). PLUG/OUTLETS: Input: NEMA5-15P/Output: 8 NEMA5-15R/8 ft. AC line cord ELECTRICAL: 120V AC, 60Hz, 15A (Requires NEMA5-15R wall receptacle) FORMAT: Corded multi-outlet strip with transformer spaced outlets SUPPRESSION AC: 150V RMS Clamping/2160 joules.
What is the main culprit of electrical surges?
Electrical devices that require lots of power to operate. Depending on the wiring of your Studio or Production suite, you may notice at times that your lights flicker when powerful devices turn on and off, e.g. your air conditioner. When these devices are switched on, they demand a lot of electricity, which puts a lot of strain on the grid and can cause surges.
When should you use a surge protector?
All the time. The real question is really which devices you should connect to a surge protector. You don’t need a surge protector for your desk lamp or your standing fan, but you do want a surge protector for expensive devices that have intricate microprocessors, like computers, DVR's, LED/LCD monitors, power amps, Studio Lighting, Powered Nearfield Speaker monitors, etc. Think of it this way: if there was an electrical surge that destroyed all of the devices connected to your outlets, which lost devices would pain you the most? Plug those into a surge protector. It’s better to be safe than sorry.