Knowing industry guidelines can save you money and enhance performance. The vast array of surge protection devices, and the ratings that characterize them, can be confusing. How do you sort through ...

While 80% of surges originate internally from normal operations like motor starts and VFD inverter operation, external causes like lightning and utility switching also demand industrial-grade surge ...

New NEC requirements make it important to understand the difference between surge protectors, surge arresters, and transient voltage surge suppressors The term “surge protector” can describe any ...

Advancements in power TVS diodes have made them an effective alternative to metal oxide varistors (MOVs) in protecting AC and DC power supplies from power line surges and indirect lightning strikes.

The increasing use of integrated circuits in modern electronic systems has resulted in a growing awareness about lightning overvoltage hazard. The integrated circuits, especially large-scale ...

Many surge protectors these days include a few USB-C or USB-A ports as well as traditional power outlet plugs. However, the problem with most of these is that you require long USB cables as most ...

The AmazonCommercial AC and USB Desktop Output combines six AC outlets and four USB charging ports with adequate surge protection for nearly all needs. We’ve all had to get on our hands and knees and ...

Surge protectors expand your outlet capacity, yes, but they also keep devices safe from power surges—so choose the right one. Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating ...