Surge Protector Buying Guide For Beginners

In this video, we talk about the basics of what to look for when choosing a surge protector to keep your electronic investments safe. There's a wide variety to choose from to accommodate almost any need you may have.
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[@cliffbrown4217]

Thank you. I needed this.

[@Fiawordweaver]

Did not know what UL stood for and thank you for that info.

[@timkerwin6886]

Thanks for this video; I did not know about changing surge protectors every three years

[@rockvalenz]

Hi. Thanks for your video it's very good 👍
Does surge protectors that say are for home theater stuff can be use for appliances? Got one also has a light that says earthed and grounded and i doesn't turn on, did I get the wrong one? Many Thanks beforehand

[@riderz_13_78]

I didnt even know about this at all that’s probably y my ps4 just randomly stoped working after my power went out a long time ago

[@teodorasobic7919]

I recently purchased a hair dryer in the US but live in Qatar. Which surge protector would you recommend?

[@magpie4321]

I need one for a refrigerator that I just bought. Should I get a strip or a plug? Which brand?

[@abtelectronics]

@magpie4321 For an appliance we recommend using this one from Panamax: www.abt.com/Panamax-2-Outlet-Grey-Multi-Use-Surge-Protector-MD2/p/48894.html

[@cliffbrown4217]

I have a desktop computer a monitor and a printer, it is not a work related computer , would YOU settle for a good surge bar or would you spend a lot of extra money on a APC UPS device ? thanks.

[@abtelectronics]

@cliffbrown4217 It depends on how you use your home computer. If you're editing videos or performing tasks that need to be backed up regularly you may want to consider a UPS device as it will give you the needed time to make a save before the power cuts out. If you're using your computer for every day tasks like web browsing or streaming videos or music, then you would likely be fine going with a good surge protector. If you need help finding the right one be sure to contact our experts at 800-860-3736 or here: www.abt.com/help/contact-us

[@cliffbrown4217]

Lots of respect and thanks for answering. my question.

[@topnotchelectric]

So you are plugging the surge protector into a tamper resistant outlet and converting it into An open baby killer outlet and then probably placing it on the floor… All power strips should be required to be tamper resistant

[@colby_rogers]

Lol the song choice is interesting for this

[@TediChannel23Ja]

Surge protectors causes fire bcz of discharging in plastic and overheating the MOV nonlinear resistor is like a lighting to strike in that outlet

[@COEYRN]

Great advice. Thank you.
Stupid question time. Please laugh at me, I encourage it.
Do you think Amazons GFCI Power strips would be safe.
Commence eyeroll NOW😂😂😂
I have a Best Buy, Home Depot and Canadian Tire within walking distance of my house. I'm not lazy I'm sick like maybe covid sick

[@laryangel4082]

Ii

[@suntzu6122]

If your bricks are taking too many outlet spots use very small extension cords like 8 inches.

[@nancyliu2001]

Why a shorter one is better?

[@suntzu6122]

@@nancyliu2001 You really only need the small length so you can bend it for easier access. You plug the little ones in, then the big honkin brick piece can just plug into that, and you can use your full power strip. Not lose slots because of those huge bricks.

[@nancyliu2001]

@@suntzu6122 thank u