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- Heavy-duty surge protector/power strip with 7 grounded AC outlets (including 1 wider spaced outlet for larger plug adapters); ideal for residential, commercial, or industrial environments
- Durable housing with fireproof MOV (Metal Oxide Varistor) for advanced protection from surges and spikes
- Surge protection/grounded LED indicator lights and power on/off switch with an integrated 15Amp resettable circuit breaker
- Electrical rating: 15A, 120V, 1800W; 1080 joule energy rating protects sensitive electronic devices; UL certified
- EMI/RFI noise filtration up to 40dB reduction
- Wall-mountable design with keyhole back, cord management system, and heavy-duty 6 foot 14AWG power cord
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the name is criminally misleading
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15A * 120V *.85
Another posted that a Type2 SPD can be installed at the subpanel, which can handle the majority of the surge.
If that outlet is near pooling water, and/or your devices are not double-insulated - and/or has a metal chassis- I would suggest at least temporarily using those short GFCI extension cords for personal safety. While those cords get alot less safety oversight than actual GFCI outlets (which _may comply with code in some areas's usage for ungrounded homes), it's quick safety.
Edit: Grounding is important when the chassis is conductive or there's no evidence the product is double-insulated. Those short GFCI cords are a temporary measure.
Another posted that a Type2 SPD can be installed at the subpanel, which can handle the majority of the surge.
If that outlet is near pooling water, and/or your devices are not double-insulated with metal chassis, I would suggest using those short GFCI extension cords for personal safety. Those cords get alot less safety oversight than actual GFCI outlets (which _may comply with code in some areas's usage for ungrounded homes).
Is this enough safe for 6 computers at the same time?
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You wouldn't plug a microwave or heater in a surge protector would you? Don't plug in heavy power tools. Get a quality extension cord or better straight to the outlet.
Just my .02 opinion.
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Is this enough safe for 6 computers at the same time?
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You wouldn't plug a microwave or heater in a surge protector would you? Don't plug in heavy power tools. Get a quality extension cord or better straight to the outlet.
Just my .02 opinion.
Many of the corded variety have reports of over-heating and failure in a few months. I would try for UL/CSA compliance (some just say "listed", not sure the diff), maybe this Eaton, which is their more affordable of the "portable GFCI" outdoor ones:
https://www.amazon.com/EATON-GFI1...B00DUDRC
This Cooper one is an Eaton, but at that price, an investment in a real GFCI outlet, or a GFCI breaker in the [sub]panel, affords the needed reliability:
https://www.amazon.com/Cooper-Wir...B00DUF63I
NOTE: When buying GFCI outlets, note that some city building codes are requiring "self-test GFCI outlet"- instead of manually testing with that button, a separate processor is constantly monitoring the critical circuitry. While retrofits ("old work") may not kick in the newer code compliance, ... why not take advantage of continuous improvements where safety is involved.
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You'll prolly only find 14 gauge variants at big box stores like HD, Lowes, and Harbor Freight. Just be mindful of the tool loads don't try to fire up the miter saw, drill press, and shop vac all at once. You'll more likely trip a breaker before you heat anything up too bad on the strip at least.
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