Despite global powers being on the frontier of new technologies in power systems, working both toward energy efficiency and eco-friendly pathways so as not to pollute the environment further, there is still a need for traditional power grids that conduct electricity to every domestic home, that is, until these new technologies are realized and implemented. [...]
Use A Clean Power Surge Protector For Humming Issues
February 18, 2010 By Leave a Comment
A clean power surge protector is of extreme importance in protecting all electrical audio and video equipment in a household or office. If any electrical equipment is not connected to with surge protection and a power surge occurs, then the high voltage can damage or permanently destroy the AV equipment. The major benefit of this [...]
The First Silicon Surge Protector From STMicroelectronics
January 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment
STMicroelectronics is an international manufacturer of protection ICs (Integrated Circuits) has developed the first silicon based surge protector which meets the IEC61000 standard for international surge protection. These new surge protectors will provide protection for power supplies across the globe with the most heat conducive semiconductors available. This means that they will last longer than [...]
Surge-TEK Re-Brands Itself As LEA Networks
January 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The company formerly known as Surge-TEK Industries has announced that it will now refer to itself as LEA Networks. Surge-TEK was a leader on a global level in surge protector devices and surge protection technology and connectivity protection systems. The reason for the new name leans on the companies reputation of brand recognition and a [...]
The Aesthetics Of A Black Surge Protector
December 18, 2009 By Leave a Comment
This isn’t a review of surge protectors per se, but delves more into the aesthetics of using the devices as they can sometimes be a little obtrusive when it comes to plugging a mass of cords into an outlet. Especially if the surge protector is not concealed by furniture, this mass of electrical wiring can [...]
A Review: Surge Protector Top Ten Questions
December 18, 2009 By Leave a Comment
While it’s great to have info on surge protectors and be able to read surge protector reviews to help you decide what product will best serve your needs, it doesn’t really benefit you if you don’t know some basic knowledge about them. There is a lot of information on this site about popular brands and [...]
Surge Protection Issues With Laser Printers
August 10, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Does it hurt to plug a laser printer into a surge protector? In general, you want surge protection on all of your electronic equipment. With that in mind, some equipment requires a specific kind of protection which you can easily determine by reading the manual of the appliance in question. The number of volts your [...]
Tips For Conducting Your Own Surge Protector Reviews
August 8, 2009 By Leave a Comment
When lightning strikes or there are other electrical issues in your home’s internal wiring, it can create a power surge. This is when the voltage in the lines raises substantially above normal loads. A normal voltage level for a standard American home is 120 volts. Anything above this is considered a surge. To combat this [...]
You Can Still Benefit From A Cheap Surge Protector
July 10, 2009 By Leave a Comment
You don’t always get what you pay for. That’s especially true when choosing a surge protector for your electronics devices. Even a cheap surge protector could be the difference between happiness and disaster; and that disaster is the damage done by one or more power surges. Surge protection devices are designed to protect your electronic [...]
The HomePlug Powerline Alliance: Not Quite A Surge Protector
July 1, 2009 By Leave a Comment
The HomePlug Alliance is not an electronics manufacturer, nor is there a HomePlug surge protector on the market. The HomePlug Powerline Alliance is a group of like-minded individuals that founded an institution which created an industry standard for specifications regarding networks utilizing the same electrical line and interconnecting with each other. In other words, they [...]
Belkin International Inc. Recalls SurgeMaster™ Surge Protectors Due to Shock Hazard
June 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Surge protector issues from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the Belkin SurgeMaster surge protector. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Belkin SurgeMaster™ Recall Name of Product: SurgeMaster™ Surge [...]
How A Surge Protector Works
June 8, 2009 By Leave a Comment
A surge protector is an important device for today’s modern electronics. The principle behind how a surge protector works is it dampens excessive voltage in a power surge through diversion to a grounding wire within the surge protection device, effectively absorbing the destructive energy and preventing damage to electronic equipment. The diverted energy dissipates in [...]
Choosing The Best Surge Protector
June 6, 2009 By 2 Comments
Choosing The Best Surge Protector If you’ve been looking for the best way to protect electrical equipment in your home from electrical surges, then you would be wise to invest in a surge protector for your home. While not every type of surge suppressor is right for your needs you can find one easily by [...]
