Choosing a surge protector with switches for each outlet

Nowadays, in any apartment there is a large number of household appliances. Some appliances are not used very often, and some are used every day. For example, a personal computer. For its normal functioning, several outlets are needed to connect the system unit, screen, speakers, printer. A high-quality surge protector is able to protect household appliances from power outages.

A surge protector with switches for each outlet is designed to protect household appliances from short circuits, overload, as well as various interference from the electrical network. One or more overtemperature shutdown protection lines are used to provide this function. The latter function is controlled by an overheating sensor, due to which, when the temperature rises above the maximum permissible level, the device is de-energized. The filter can be equipped with USB connectors.

Since the filter is equipped with separate buttons, this makes it possible to disconnect individual consumers from the network without voltage drop and other negative phenomena.

The following types of surge protectors are known:

• base - is a low cost appliance that is used for small household appliances;
• advanced - can be used for any household units;
• professional - they are used for expensive home appliances, which are highly susceptible to voltage surges.

The better the surge protector, the better and safer it works.

Basic filters are purchased for small household appliances, which include table lamps, clocks. They are distinguished by their low price, simple use. These devices are used to stabilize the voltage of 960 J. Despite the small range of work, they protect household appliances well. Device for 5-6 sockets.

Advanced multifunctional with shutters are used to protect household appliances such as a computer or washing machine. These are universal options, if we consider from the side of the ratio of cost and quality, because of this, they are more preferred than other varieties. Device for 6-8 sockets.

Professional with fuse dissipate more than 2 thousand J. They are used to work in conjunction with complex devices that are susceptible to voltage drops. These include home theaters or speaker systems.

Version equipped with 180 cm cable. Highest power 2.2 kW. The highest intensity of energy absorption is 150 J. There is a power indicator light, the power button is located near each outlet.

Device with a cable length of 180 cm. The highest level of energy absorption is 1050 J. There is a light indication when switched on. The model comes with a general switch and a separate one near each outlet. Equipped with a regular plug, 6 euro sockets with earthing contacts, protective curtains for child safety.The device protects against power surges, short circuits.

The cable length is 160 cm, the highest power is 2.2 kW. It has an indication of switching on, the maximum energy absorption is 350 J. There is a general switch on the body. In addition, each socket has its own switch. The device is equipped with a conventional plug and has 4 euro sockets with earthing contacts. The line filter protects against short circuits and voltage failures.

When choosing a surge protector, a number of rules are followed.

1. The number and variety of outlets. It depends on the number and characteristics of household appliances that you plan to connect. Models produced today are capable of supporting up to 8 connections. But connecting a large number of consumers to them can cause an overload in the network and disconnect the filter.
2. Highest filter load. The correct choice is to determine the total power of household appliances. Many filters produced today can handle the heaviest load of 3.5 kW. This is enough for home use.
3. Current strength. This is an indicator that determines the optimal value permissible for the electrical network during normal operation.

Observing the above rules, you can choose the optimal device that will reliably protect household appliances from damage caused by various noises in the electrical network.

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