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SKU: AC403-A6U2

6 AC Outlet Slim Power Surge Protector Wall Tap with 2 USB Ports

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Mini AC Outlet Wall Tap with 1 Port USB Charger

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More About Surge Protector and Power Strips

CableLeader is your trusted source for high-quality surge protectors and power strips. Our extensive range of products offers reliable protection for your electronic devices against power surges and spikes. With features like multiple outlets, USB charging ports, and built-in circuit breakers, our surge protectors and power strips provide convenience and peace of mind.

Our surge protectors come with various connectors, including:

AC outlets: For connecting standard electrical devices
USB ports: For charging smartphones, tablets, and other USB-powered devices

Applications and usage scenarios include:

Home offices
Entertainment systems
Workstations
Appliances

At CableLeader, we prioritize quality and safety. Our surge protectors and power strips are UL approved and feature high joule ratings, ensuring maximum protection for your connected devices. With durable materials and fast response times, you can trust our products to safeguard your electronics from potential damage caused by power fluctuations.

Surge Protectors and Power Strips: Safeguarding Your Electronics

In today's digital age, protecting your valuable electronics from power surges and spikes is crucial. CableLeader offers a comprehensive range of surge protectors and power strips designed to safeguard your devices from potential damage caused by electrical fluctuations.

What are Surge Protectors and Power Strips?

Surge protectors, also known as surge suppressors or voltage protectors, are devices that protect your electronics from voltage spikes and surges. These spikes can occur due to lightning strikes, power outages, or even electrical appliances turning on and off. Surge protectors act as a barrier, diverting the excess voltage away from your connected devices, preventing costly damage.

Power strips, on the other hand, are outlet extenders that allow you to connect multiple devices to a single wall outlet. While some power strips offer basic surge protection, others are designed solely as outlet splitters without any surge suppression capabilities.

Key Components and Specifications

When choosing a surge protector or power strip, it's essential to understand the key components and specifications that determine their effectiveness:

Outlets and USB Ports

Surge protectors and power strips typically feature multiple AC outlets to accommodate various devices. Many modern models also include USB charging ports, allowing you to conveniently charge your smartphones, tablets, and other USB-powered devices.

Surge Protection and Joule Rating

The joule rating is a measure of a surge protector's ability to absorb and dissipate excess voltage. Higher joule ratings generally indicate better protection against larger surges. Look for surge protectors with joule ratings of at least 600 to ensure adequate protection for your electronics.

Clamping Voltage and Response Time

Clamping voltage refers to the voltage level at which the surge protector starts diverting excess voltage. A lower clamping voltage is desirable as it provides faster protection. Response time is the speed at which the surge protector reacts to a voltage spike, with faster response times offering better protection.

Circuit Breaker and Power Cord Length

Many surge protectors and power strips feature a built-in circuit breaker that automatically cuts off power in case of an overload, preventing potential fire hazards. Additionally, consider the power cord length to ensure convenient placement and reach.

Safety and Quality Assurance

At CableLeader, we prioritize safety and quality in our surge protectors and power strips. Our products are UL approved, meeting stringent safety standards and ensuring reliable performance. We use durable materials and incorporate features like EMI/RFI noise filters to protect against electromagnetic and radio frequency interference.

Applications and Usage

Surge protectors and power strips are essential for various applications, including:

Home offices: Protect your computer, printer, and other office equipment from power surges.
Entertainment systems: Safeguard your TV, gaming consoles, and audio/video components.
Workstations: Ensure reliable power delivery and surge protection for your workstation setup.
Appliances: Extend the lifespan of your appliances by protecting them from voltage spikes.

Conclusion

Investing in high-quality surge protectors and power strips from CableLeader is a smart decision to protect your valuable electronics. With our extensive range of products, featuring multiple outlets, USB charging ports, and robust surge protection capabilities, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing your devices are safeguarded against potential power surges and spikes.

Explore our selection of surge protectors and power strips today and ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your electronics.

Surge Protector and Power Strip FAQ

Can you use a power strip with a surge protector?

It is generally not recommended to daisy chain power strips or surge protectors. Plugging a surge protector into another surge protector or power strip can lead to potential safety hazards and overloading of the circuit. For optimal protection and safety, each surge protector or power strip should be plugged directly into a wall outlet. At CableLeader, we offer a wide range of surge protectors and power strips with multiple outlets, allowing you to connect multiple devices safely without the need for daisy chaining.

Which is better: surge protector or power strip?

Surge protectors offer additional protection against power surges and spikes, safeguarding your connected devices from potential damage. If you have sensitive electronics like computers, TVs, or gaming consoles, a surge protector is the better choice to ensure their longevity. Power strips, on the other hand, are designed to provide additional outlets and convenient access to power multiple devices from a single wall outlet. For optimal safety and functionality, consider our surge protectors with built-in power strips, combining surge protection and multiple outlets in one sleek device.

What should not be plugged into a surge protector?

While surge protectors are designed to protect electronics from power surges, it's important to avoid plugging in high-power appliances or devices with heating elements, such as:

Microwave ovens
Toasters
Hair dryers
Slow cookers
Space heaters
Coffee makers

These appliances draw a significant amount of power and can potentially overload the surge protector, posing a fire hazard. Instead, connect them directly to a dedicated wall outlet or use a heavy-duty power strip designed for high-wattage devices.

Are surge protectors a fire hazard?

When used correctly and not overloaded, surge protectors are not a fire hazard. However, it's essential to follow proper safety guidelines, such as:

Avoiding daisy-chaining or plugging multiple surge protectors into one outlet
Not covering or obstructing the surge protector, allowing proper air circulation
Replacing surge protectors that show signs of damage or wear

At CableLeader, our surge protectors are UL-approved and designed with built-in circuit breakers to prevent overloading, ensuring maximum safety for your connected devices.

Is it safe to use an extension cord with a surge protector?

It is generally not recommended to use an extension cord with a surge protector or to "daisy chain" extension cords and surge protectors. This practice can lead to potential safety hazards and overloading of the circuit. For optimal safety and performance, plug your surge protector directly into a wall outlet. If you need to extend the reach of your surge protector, consider using a longer power cord or relocating the surge protector closer to the desired location.

How do I know if I have a power strip or surge protector?

To determine if your device is a power strip or a surge protector, check the specifications printed on the device itself. Surge protectors will typically list details such as the joule rating, clamping voltage, or surge protection capabilities. If the device does not explicitly mention surge protection features, it is likely a standard power strip without surge protection. At CableLeader, all our surge protectors and power strips are clearly labeled with their specifications and features, ensuring you can make an informed choice.

More About Surge Protector and Power Strips

Our surge protectors come with various connectors, including:

AC outlets: For connecting standard electrical devices
USB ports: For charging smartphones, tablets, and other USB-powered devices

Applications and usage scenarios include:

Home offices
Entertainment systems
Workstations
Appliances

Surge Protectors and Power Strips: Safeguarding Your Electronics

What are Surge Protectors and Power Strips?

Key Components and Specifications

When choosing a surge protector or power strip, it's essential to understand the key components and specifications that determine their effectiveness:

Outlets and USB Ports

Surge Protection and Joule Rating

Clamping Voltage and Response Time

Circuit Breaker and Power Cord Length

Safety and Quality Assurance

Applications and Usage

Surge protectors and power strips are essential for various applications, including:

Home offices: Protect your computer, printer, and other office equipment from power surges.
Entertainment systems: Safeguard your TV, gaming consoles, and audio/video components.
Workstations: Ensure reliable power delivery and surge protection for your workstation setup.
Appliances: Extend the lifespan of your appliances by protecting them from voltage spikes.

Conclusion

Explore our selection of surge protectors and power strips today and ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your electronics.

Surge Protector and Power Strip FAQ

Can you use a power strip with a surge protector?

Which is better: surge protector or power strip?

What should not be plugged into a surge protector?

While surge protectors are designed to protect electronics from power surges, it's important to avoid plugging in high-power appliances or devices with heating elements, such as:

Microwave ovens
Toasters
Hair dryers
Slow cookers
Space heaters
Coffee makers

Are surge protectors a fire hazard?

When used correctly and not overloaded, surge protectors are not a fire hazard. However, it's essential to follow proper safety guidelines, such as:

Avoiding daisy-chaining or plugging multiple surge protectors into one outlet
Not covering or obstructing the surge protector, allowing proper air circulation
Replacing surge protectors that show signs of damage or wear

At CableLeader, our surge protectors are UL-approved and designed with built-in circuit breakers to prevent overloading, ensuring maximum safety for your connected devices.

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Surge Protector and Power Strips

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4ft 4-Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip 45° Thin Flat Plug Extension Cord 245 Joules, Beige

4ft 4-Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip 45° Thin Flat Plug Extension Cord 245 Joules, Black

6 AC Outlet Slim Power Surge Protector Wall Tap with 2 USB Ports

Mini AC Outlet Wall Tap with 1 Port USB Charger

3 AC Outlet Surge Protector Wall Tap with 2 USB Ports

3 AC Outlet Slim Power Surge Protector Wall Tap with 2 USB Ports

4ft 6-Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip Extension Cord with Safety Circuit Breaker 250 Joules, Beige

6ft 6-Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip Extension Cord with Safety Circuit Breaker 250 Joules, Beige

More About Surge Protector and Power Strips

Surge Protectors and Power Strips: Safeguarding Your Electronics

What are Surge Protectors and Power Strips?

Key Components and Specifications

Outlets and USB Ports

Surge Protection and Joule Rating

Clamping Voltage and Response Time

Circuit Breaker and Power Cord Length

Safety and Quality Assurance

Applications and Usage

Conclusion

Surge Protector and Power Strip FAQ

Can you use a power strip with a surge protector?

Which is better: surge protector or power strip?

What should not be plugged into a surge protector?

Are surge protectors a fire hazard?

Is it safe to use an extension cord with a surge protector?

How do I know if I have a power strip or surge protector?

More About Surge Protector and Power Strips

Surge Protectors and Power Strips: Safeguarding Your Electronics

What are Surge Protectors and Power Strips?

Key Components and Specifications

Outlets and USB Ports

Surge Protection and Joule Rating

Clamping Voltage and Response Time

Circuit Breaker and Power Cord Length

Safety and Quality Assurance

Applications and Usage

Conclusion

Surge Protector and Power Strip FAQ

Can you use a power strip with a surge protector?

Which is better: surge protector or power strip?

What should not be plugged into a surge protector?

Are surge protectors a fire hazard?

Is it safe to use an extension cord with a surge protector?

How do I know if I have a power strip or surge protector?