Surge Protector
cfrizz
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Hi guys,
I want to get a new surge protector for my bedroom equipment, TV, Cable box, Polk Isonic. to replace my ancient RadioShack protector.
Here are the requirements.
6 outlets, All metal including the bottom construction, 4-6ft chord, lighted on/off and protected switch. Must not cost an arm and leg, up to $50.00.
If purchasable on Amazon that would be great, but I can be flexible there.
I will await your knowlegible answers.
I want to get a new surge protector for my bedroom equipment, TV, Cable box, Polk Isonic. to replace my ancient RadioShack protector.
Here are the requirements.
6 outlets, All metal including the bottom construction, 4-6ft chord, lighted on/off and protected switch. Must not cost an arm and leg, up to $50.00.
If purchasable on Amazon that would be great, but I can be flexible there.
I will await your knowlegible answers.
Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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Most of the sub $100 surge protectors that are worth anything are all plastic construction. Not to mention they are more of surge strips then protectors.
Not really your metal spec but it does offer surge, you can plug it directly into the wall to keep it off the floor and not take up any component space. I use one in my bedroom and it suits my needs. The price is close as well. Check it out.
https://www.tripplite.com/protect-it-surge-protector-6-swivel-outlets-direct-plug-in-1200-joules-coax-tel-modem-protection~HTSWIVEL6Dan
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https://www.furmanpower.com/product/15a-standard-power-conditioner-M-8X2
Can be had on amazon for $51. Works well for me. I stuck it on top of my crown amp and zip ties them together since the power strip isn’t very deep. It didn’t seem to filter out any noise or anything magical but it’s easy to turn on and off and has plenty of space in he back for outlets. -
Cfrizz, if you can double your budget there's a really good one for sale over on Audio Circle.
https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=159465.msg1702844;topicseen#newIf you can't hear a difference, don't waste your money. -
Most of the sub $100 surge protectors that are worth anything are all plastic construction. Not to mention they are more of surge strips then protectors.
Not really your metal spec but it does offer surge, you can plug it directly into the wall to keep it off the floor and not take up any component space. I use one in my bedroom and it suits my needs. The price is close as well. Check it out.
https://www.tripplite.com/protect-it-surge-protector-6-swivel-outlets-direct-plug-in-1200-joules-coax-tel-modem-protection~HTSWIVEL6
Dan, what's up with the post in the back? It looks like it is longer than the plug itself, which I would think would prevent if from going fully into the plug. Could you post a pic of yours please?Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2 -
That post fits into the ground of the upper outlet of the receptacle to add stability.
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That extra post goes into the lower ground socket to help provide support for the unit.Political Correctness'.........defined
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Dan, what's up with the post in the back? It looks like it is longer than the plug itself, which I would think would prevent if from going fully into the plug. Could you post a pic of yours please?
Based on its position, I would guess that the post is designed to slip into the ground hole on the "upper" part of a duplex receptacle while the other 3 prongs (hot, neutral, ground) plug into the "lower" part of the receptacle. ("upper" and "lower" depends on how the receptacle is oriented in the wall box.)
The conductors are circled. The hole for the post = arrow.
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^^ Stupid child safe receptacles. Hate them things!
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Dan
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Oh I see, that is a good idea since I was wondering as well just how stable it would be once you start putting plugs in. It seems to get mostly good reviews.
I think I'll get one. Thank you to all of you.Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2 -
It's pretty cool, the outlets swivel so you can angle them just the way you want. I just noticed I also have one for my remote charging area. Mine is made by Wattbox but it's exactly the same thing.
Dan
My personal quest is to save to world of bad audio, one thread at a time. -
Its a Ups but does the same thing, I own it and it works great.
http://www.minutemanups.com/products/enspire_lcd_standby_ups.php#page=page-12 Channel:
Jbl Lx44
Optonica Sa 5105
Blue Jean 12 gauge cable
Audioquest evergreen 3.5mm to rca cable
Technics Sl BD22 TT
Randomness:
Klh model 26's
Peavey Pr15's
Gls cables for peaveys
Numark DM1175 Preamp mixer
Random cables
Bic f12
Svs soundpath subwoofer cable
Lafayette Lr-200a amplifier -
BassFreak101 wrote: »Its a Ups but does the same thing, I own it and it works great.
http://www.minutemanups.com/products/enspire_lcd_standby_ups.php#page=page-1
Woah, if I’m reading that correctly it outputs 200 volts if you have that model!?!
Jace, if that turns out to be the case, DONT USE THAT! -
You can change the voltage, I have mine set to 120v. So don't worry, lol!2 Channel:
Jbl Lx44
Optonica Sa 5105
Blue Jean 12 gauge cable
Audioquest evergreen 3.5mm to rca cable
Technics Sl BD22 TT
Randomness:
Klh model 26's
Peavey Pr15's
Gls cables for peaveys
Numark DM1175 Preamp mixer
Random cables
Bic f12
Svs soundpath subwoofer cable
Lafayette Lr-200a amplifier -
BassFreak101 wrote: »You can change the voltage, I have mine set to 120v. So don't worry, lol!
Oh, that’s good. Lol. -
It's pretty cool, the outlets swivel so you can angle them just the way you want. I just noticed I also have one for my remote charging area. Mine is made by Wattbox but it's exactly the same thing.
I got one like this only it's by Tripplite. It is installed and working just fine.
Thank you all for your suggestions and help. This forum ROCKS!
Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2 -
I got one like this only it's by Tripplite. It is installed and working just fine.
Thank you all for your suggestions and help. This forum ROCKS!
Very happy to hear this Cathy
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