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Power Strip
May 10, 2021 at
08:21 PM
Am an electronics dufas and just learned I have too many things (6) plugged into an older power strip. I think it important to have surge protection but I plan to buy two and split it up. Any recommendations or are they all pretty similar? Thanks
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Too many things plugged in is a relative thing. What matters is how much power they draw. Plug a microwave and rice cooker into a power strip and run them a the same time you'll have a problem. Plug in 6 modern laptops and you'll be fine. You just need some idea home much power the devices you're using need. Power strips typically have a 15A circuit breaker / fuse to protect against overloading, but you still need to be mindful of what's on that circuit in your house so you don't overload it. There isn't some rule to only use half the outlets in a power strip.
This might help
https://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/gadgets/g3062/best-power-strips/?utm_source=google&utm_m... [popularmechanics.com]
I have purchased several UPS in the 100 buck range like this to use
https://www.staples.com/american-...gKcyPD_BwE
this one
CyberPower 1350VA/810Watts Simulated Sine Wave UPS Battery Backup with Surge Protection Model CST135XLU is 99 bucks at costco
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Regardless, it is a good idea to replace surge protectors every 5-10 years.
Regardless, it is a good idea to replace surge protectors every 5-10 years.
Regardless, it is a good idea to replace surge protectors every 5-10 years.
Regardless, it is a good idea to replace surge protectors every 5-10 years.