would this strip prevent my breaker from chipping out being that it has its own circuit breaker built in? i want to plug a fridge and microwave in.
903161
Yes. I have an air conditioner that very rarely but sometimes goes over the rated 15 amps. When it did; I used to have to run down to the basement, at all hours, to replace the fuse. After I got this; it trips faster than the fuse. I think it's all in the tripping speed. I consider this box a circuit breaker first and a power strip second. Hope this helps.
360360
it is a surge protector - and will protect you from a bad 'spike'. but for sensitive equipment that requires line conditioning, you might want to get something more advanced. this is a heavy duty outlet strip with a circuit breaker.
2046950
Yes. The strip has two "key-hole" type slots on the back side, at the top near both ends.Unfortunately, they do not hold the strip firmly - to remove an electrical plug, you need to hold the strip to the wall with your other hand. Other than that, I am quite happy with the two strips I use.
2155522
Usually a power strip has an on/off switch onboard, but if yours does not, then sure, plug it in to the conserve power switch, and switch the whole thing on and off at once! Works great and has a little green light in the switch to remind you that it's on.
1315702
Can use on a refrigerator. Keep in mine that if it surges that it will keep power from returning to the refridge. There is an RCA on that will take the hit and then allow power to resume. Just keep in mind at that point it would no longer be protected. Microwaves yes. I have one of these on mine. Dryers no.
1971748
Yes, but it is kind of chunky so unless you put it at the end, it'll cover up another outlet on the strip. Make sure it's a strip with the 3 holes for each plug, not 2.
1904487
Normally the whole house surge suppressor is installed in the Circuit Breaker Box. This provides a degree of protection for the entire house. However, close lightning strikes can induce high voltages in household wiring between the circuit breaker box and other outlets. In such cases, a 2nd surge protector can be installed in expensive equipment such an air conditioner, TV, etc. Thus, folks are advised to use a surge protector clip strip with computers and TVs even if they have a whole house unit. I don't think this model of the Supco surge protector is appropriate for use outside of a circuit breaker box. Other units may be more suitable. Check the Supco web site and online documentation. Disclaimer, I am not an electrician, check your local codes. Ken
775632
Oh, haha I destroyed my fridge already lol. Just buy any power supply, and splice the adaptor which connects to the fridge to it. Remember to practice safe soldering, keeping sure to insulate all internal components of the wires with shrink tubing. Use a power supply rated at US 120AC in and 12v 5A out. It should fix our problem
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You could tie it into a 240VAC circuit breaker that is already n use. Anything on the line should be protected but may get more surge than one of the other lines. I have mine on a separate breaker and the breaker blew when the surge hit so there might be some backlash from the surge protector. Idea;y i would put in another circuit breaker, but piggy-backing on an existing line would definitely be better than not having the surge protector at all.
243581
The magnetic strip has a channel that it goes through. The magnetic strip is not a problem. It's the sweep underneath the door which I need to have a channel of 1/2 inch. I only have seen 3/8 inch so far. Thank you. Mark
1092442
I believe so, but I'm no electrician. My understanding is that if something connected to the non-gfci plug strip blows a fuse, it could affect other devices on the strip. But the GCFI will protect everything from a more serious power surge or short circuit, which would originate from the outlet/your whole place/your whole neighborhood/etc.
2029279
I don't believe it will work because the surge protector has a 3-prong plug and I do think you need the third prong to ground the strip. However, I am no electrician and you may want to get a second opinion. Sorry I wasn't very helpful.
2038897
This power strip has minor surge protection. I would not depend on this to protect anything important. I've used it plugged into another surge protector and then used the ends to plug the wall warts for things like my cell phone, tablet, and laptop which don't all like to plug into normal power strips so easily. This is good for devices that have fat wall wart transformers.
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ANY "home"electrical wiring is bound by rules of Electrical wiring Code.Do NOT believe such an installation would comply with that Code.Also this item is only rated for 15 Amperes of current so safe usage of such outlet would be VERY limited to only small items.NO Refrigerator,freezer,microwave etc.In short....,though the concept is valid...such usage on a home would likely be improper,illegal,unsafe and in violation of National,state and local electrical Codes.Also such usage could negate your home insurance,and/or disconnection by Power company,by virtue of such violation.There are safe,legal alternatives. Any connection of a generator to a home is bound by a VERY strict Code. ANY "home"electrical wiring is bound by rules of Electrical wiring Code.Do NOT believe such an installation would comply with that Code.Also this item is only rated for 15 Amperes of current so safe usage of such outlet would be VERY limited to only small items.NO Refrigerator,freezer,microwave etc.In short....,though the concept is valid...such usage on a home would likely be improper,illegal,unsafe and in violation of National,state and local electrical Codes.Also such usage could negate your home insurance,and/or disconnection by Power company,by virtue of such... » Read More ANY "home"electrical wiring is bound by rules of Electrical wiring Code.Do NOT believe such an installation would comply with that Code.Also this item is only rated for 15 Amperes of current so safe usage of such outlet would be VERY limited to only small items.NO Refrigerator,freezer,microwave etc.In short....,though the concept is valid...such usage on a home would likely be improper,illegal,unsafe and in violation of National,state and local electrical Codes.Also such usage could negate your home insurance,and/or disconnection by Power company,by virtue of such violation.There are safe,legal alternatives. Any connection of a generator to a home is bound by a VERY strict Code. « Show Less
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Sure. My favorite feature of the protector is that if it is compromised by a surge, it will start beeping about every 30 seconds to inform you if it is out of sight. I would not use it for electronics because it is designed to continue providing power to your refrigerator so your food will not spoil and in the event of a storm, it would not continue any additional protection and would let additional surges through.
166351
It would have to be used on a 20 amp electrical circuit. 2 900 watt hot plates will pop any 15 amp breaker. Try running your microwave and a toaster at the same time. I found a Ranco spec at 16 amp maximum, but don't know if it is the same spec for this unit.
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if i were attaching a power strip i would twist tye it with tyes that would hold up and be electrical proof vs electric strip on metal with some twist tyes that have a metal strip in the tye --- just a suggestion:-)