Is this unit more a surge protector/battery backup than a Power Conditioner? how does its power conditioning performance compare with, say, Monster?
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This unit does no power conditioning, it is only a ups/surge unit. APC does have power conditioners/ups units
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I run an APC line conditioner into it. It seems to smooth out the last glitches in the pretty terrible power in my area. It preforms admirably when called upon.
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I think it does a good job both ways I have large power surges where I live and its backup works really well also.
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I use mine with a generator to clean up the power for a refrigerator that has electronics on board. I only use the generator for power outages. But to answer your question I believe it will protect whatever you want to receive power from your generator. Just make sure the wattage of the line conditioner exceeds what your going to plug into it.
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Not sure? But i had my laptop and printer plugged in to a surge protector that was plugged in to the generator. It was plugged in for 7.5 hours with no trouble.
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It'll maintain power to the device. I'm not sure what the surge suppression is rated at (jewels), so I can't say that it will offer complete protection.
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this is a far better solution to a typical surge protector but .. it depends on why its blowing up. the problem I fixed with mine is that I'm on the end of a "feed line". when the power station switches my feed line to other main feeder lines, then I get a short low power condition and then a high voltage surge. 90 or so volts for a couple of seconds and then 150+ for a split second. this was surging all the switching power supplies in my house. The APC's auto transformer corrects this. the APC also has surge protector components in it. The only sure cure is to run a UPS after the APC unit. ... 120v to APC to UPS to electronics. this is a far better solution to a typical surge protector but .. it depends on why its blowing up. the problem I fixed with mine is that I'm on the end of a "feed line". when the power station switches my feed line to other main feeder lines, then I get a short low power condition and then a high voltage surge. 90 or so volts for a couple of seconds and then 150+ for a split second. this was surging all the switching power supplies in my house. The APC's auto transformer corrects this. the APC also has surge protector components in it. The only sure cure is to run a UPS after the... » Read More this is a far better solution to a typical surge protector but .. it depends on why its blowing up. the problem I fixed with mine is that I'm on the end of a "feed line". when the power station switches my feed line to other main feeder lines, then I get a short low power condition and then a high voltage surge. 90 or so volts for a couple of seconds and then 150+ for a split second. this was surging all the switching power supplies in my house. The APC's auto transformer corrects this. the APC also has surge protector components in it. The only sure cure is to run a UPS after the APC unit. ... 120v to APC to UPS to electronics. « Show Less
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Also the go power has a 15 to 20 second delay before switching. Either way you decide to go i would recommend a ups (uninterruptable power supply) for sensitive electronics such as computer, tv, cable boxes, etc....you won't lose power to your equipment and it will protect it from surges as well
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I am not sure, I threw packaging and surge protectors away some time ago. They worked for me for a short time-One was powering my computer,printer,router etc. The other powered my surveillance system dvr, with 8 cameras. They didn't last, and when they were 'working' it turned off many times, and I'd giggle the cord to get it to turn back on...I'd go with a different brand, but it's up to you..
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I never bought any of the 3 different monster surge protectors for the insurance aspect. I bought for the protection I have one that is over 7 years over survived 2 huge surges and then the transform blew. They are the best
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Unit is made of metal. It runs off both types of power. If you plug in both, it uses AC. If you lose AC, it run off DC.
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Hello S. Narine:The Sycom Surge Protector that we sell is effective for both, whether the surge comes from the power company or lightning.Lightning is electricity, the same as what the power company provides. The difference being that with Lightning, there is more of it.Hope that answersGil, for:Lightning Rod Stuff, LLC
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Yes - - FYI it seems that other brands use this item under their own names - - - so maybe some other company sells these @ a lower price.IMHO - this is a nice accessory if you don't have a full blown (pricey) Furman power conditioner.
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I have the same unit for about a year and haven't had any issues. Are you having power surges?
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Yes. That is one of the most basic functions of a better power conditioner. Although it will not "boost" low voltage issues. For high powered audio/video systems, I recommend the Richard Grey power conditioners. Not cheap though!
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This is not a surge protector. Many appliances and devices use a trickle of electricity even when they are not actually turned on, which wastes electricity, not to mention wasting your money. The purpose of the Belkin Power Conserve Switch is to cut power completely to whatever is plugged into it. You restore power to your appliance by pressing the small power switch on the right-hand side of the switch when it's time to use the appliance, and then off again, when use is complete. I have six of these installed in my kitchen and have been delighted with their performance and ease of use.
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I have the CP1500PFCLCD UPS. The CP web page [http://www.cyberpowersystems.com/products/ups-systems/pfc-sinewave-series/CP1500PFCLCD.html?selectedTabId=specifications&i;mageI=#tab-box ] lists Surge Suppression @ 1,030 Joules for that model. If your interest is in a different model you can check it out on the CP site detail specs are listed for most or all models.
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While it will work as "Deputy 53" stated I would recommend "S.Lee's" suggestion of a better device. A good quality "UPS" unit will be well worth the extra cost. You really need more surge protection as well as battery backup for those times when the electric hiccups and you lose all your work since your last "save". Some will also provide voltage regulation. You might want to look at Tripplite or APC among others for such a unit. I would consider one in the $100 range. It is good insurance and cheaper then a new PC, monitor and any other peripheral devices in use plus the potential loss of data. While it will work as "Deputy 53" stated I would recommend "S.Lee's" suggestion of a better device. A good quality "UPS" unit will be well worth the extra cost. You really need more surge protection as well as battery backup for those times when the electric hiccups and you lose all your work since your last "save". Some will also provide voltage regulation. You might want to look at Tripplite or APC among others for such a unit. I would consider one in the $100 range. It is good insurance and cheaper then a new PC, monitor and any other peripheral... » Read More While it will work as "Deputy 53" stated I would recommend "S.Lee's" suggestion of a better device. A good quality "UPS" unit will be well worth the extra cost. You really need more surge protection as well as battery backup for those times when the electric hiccups and you lose all your work since your last "save". Some will also provide voltage regulation. You might want to look at Tripplite or APC among others for such a unit. I would consider one in the $100 range. It is good insurance and cheaper then a new PC, monitor and any other peripheral devices in use plus the potential loss of data. « Show Less
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The Furman M-8X2 is a good surge protector, and EMI-RFI interference filter with some power conditioning capabilities. But, for the types of power issues you mention "rapid low level voltage fluctuations with irrregular hz", this model will not help - you're going to have to spend a lot more money to get the kind of power conditioning that you need. I am interested to find out what type of equipment you are using and where you are using that you have these types of problems. Not knowing that as i write this, I would suggest a Furman P2400 power conditioning unit, or even an APC S-series model which is made more for home entertainment system setups and is not rack-mounted. The Furman M-8X2 is a good surge protector, and EMI-RFI interference filter with some power conditioning capabilities. But, for the types of power issues you mention "rapid low level voltage fluctuations with irrregular hz", this model will not help - you're going to have to spend a lot more money to get the kind of power conditioning that you need. I am interested to find out what type of equipment you are using and where you are using that you have these types of problems. Not knowing that as i write this, I would suggest a Furman P2400 power conditioning unit, or even an APC... » Read More The Furman M-8X2 is a good surge protector, and EMI-RFI interference filter with some power conditioning capabilities. But, for the types of power issues you mention "rapid low level voltage fluctuations with irrregular hz", this model will not help - you're going to have to spend a lot more money to get the kind of power conditioning that you need. I am interested to find out what type of equipment you are using and where you are using that you have these types of problems. Not knowing that as i write this, I would suggest a Furman P2400 power conditioning unit, or even an APC S-series model which is made more for home entertainment system setups and is not rack-mounted. « Show Less