Phillies Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I have a decent one for my computer it ran about 50-60 bucks. For my flat screen and dvd/ps3 I don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnmjy Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Aren't they normally only 10 bucks or less? I use them for any expensive electronics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NaBarney Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I have one in every room bc there's not many outlets. What the fuck does your $50 surge protector do that's extra, my regular ones cost $5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 Aren't they normally only 10 bucks or less? I use them for any expensive electronics. Yeah the really cheap ones maybe. The protection system is rated in joules or something. Also there are additional measures of protection in electronic jargon I can't explain. Surge protectors protect against very small but constant "surges" in the line. Its not like what people think- they protect against lightning strikes or massive surges. Its the small surges over time that cause problems. Or maybe we are being sold another gimmick I don't know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 I have one in every room bc there's not many outlets. What the fuck does your $50 surge protector do that's extra, my regular ones cost $5 read above post^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginguy Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I have a whole home protector on my panel, in addition to a strip on my tv and comp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naraku4656 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 i have three around the house but they all were pretty cheap. i've never really had a problem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 the surge protector dies and stops it from reaching the electronics idk what the fuck you're talking about https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surge_protector Maybe but there is a little more to it then that. Then again maybe a better surge protector isn't worth the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Misaka Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Whole house surge protector Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuggnificent Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I have a few. The best one is on my tv,amazon firestick,ps4 and satellite box. Cost $40. DishTV man sold it to me because he said the one i had wasnt good enuff or whatever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardcoreHunter Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I have like 5 $50 surge protectors in different rooms of the house, and My PC is hooked up to a $200 UPS. The UPS is important for computer stuff as your computer just shutting down suddenly can screw shit up even if you have a surge protector. Also it has saved me a few times from having to re-write a paper due to power outages. PC get a UPS Game systems, sound systems, AC, TVs use a good rated $40-$80 surge. Fans, crock pots/roasters, and Lamps I give no fucks about, just plug it into the wall. 220v things like Fridge/Freezer, Washer/Dryer, Oven may need a surge breaker installed. I installed one after my last oven went to shit after a power outage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 I have like 5 $50 surge protectors in different rooms of the house, and My PC is hooked up to a $200 UPS. The UPS is important for computer stuff as your computer just shutting down suddenly can screw shit up even if you have a surge protector. Also it has saved me a few times from having to re-write a paper due to power outages. PC get a UPS Game systems, sound systems, AC, TVs use a good rated $40-$80 surge. Fans, crock pots/roasters, and Lamps I give no fucks about, just plug it into the wall. 220v things like Fridge/Freezer, Washer/Dryer, Oven may need a surge breaker installed. I installed one after my last oven went to shit after a power outage. Sounds like over kill. just get one for the PC and tv/game systems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardcoreHunter Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Well I have one in my bedroom that has the xbox one s, AC, tv, cable box in it. One in the living room that has the ps3, tv, sound bar. One in my PC room that I use to power backup drives and speakers. One in my guest room that hooks up a Dehumidifier, tv and cable box. One in my kitchen that I plug blenders, Mixers, Fryers, toaster, and the Microwave into. Then in my PC room I have the UPS for the PC, Router, Modem, Monitors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 you guys are retarded for spending more than 25 dollars on a surge protector for consumer electronics Not really if you think about it the PC and game system/ TV are the only electronics that it might be worth it for. If your computer is worth 1000 $ it might be worth it. Same with the playstation/entertainment system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Misaka Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 you guys are retarded for spending more than 25 dollars on a surge protector for consumer electronics A whole house protector is better than the surge protector bars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 A whole house protector is better than the surge protector bars Again why does it matter, only the expensive electronics need it. How much does the whole house protector even cost? I think the expensive surge protectors are better for fine equipment , then again its debatable if it matters or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Misaka Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Again why does it matter, only the expensive electronics need it. How much does the whole house protector even cost? I think the expensive surge protectors are better for fine equipment , then again its debatable if it matters or not. Read https://www.thisoldhouse.com/ideas/surge-protection Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StarPanda Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sieg67 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 Apparently I do. I picked this up for a few dollars at a thrift store. https://www.amazon.com/CyberPower-CP425SLG-CP425HG-Standby-Compact/dp/B0030SL08A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 Read https://www.thisoldhouse.com/ideas/surge-protection Interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardcoreHunter Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 you guys are retarded for spending more than 25 dollars on a surge protector for consumer electronics I have a $2400 pc And the stuff around my TV probably ads up to $1k Also all surge protectors are power strips but not all power strips are surge protectors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sieg67 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 I have a $2400 pc And the stuff around my TV probably ads up to $1k Also all surge protectors are power strips but not all power strips are surge protectors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wacky1980 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 surge protectors on PCs. power conditioners on pro audio stuff. ups for modem/router. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 Yes poof this is exactly what I am trying to tell these knuckle heads but they aren't listening. There is no harm in spending 50 $ bucks to protect 1000 $ worth of equipment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wacky1980 Posted August 30, 2017 Share Posted August 30, 2017 the basic surge protectors will protect against a surge in that they have a circuit built-in (usually 15A). they don't generally protect against voltage spikes (in either direction), or if they do, they aren't very sensitive. good surge protectors will smooth out voltage irregularities, protect against ground fault, short, surge, and sometimes reversed polarity. then there's the thing where a lot of items labeled "surge protector" aren't really doing anything besides acting like a regular old power strip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 the basic surge protectors will protect against a surge in that they have a circuit built-in (usually 15A). they don't generally protect against voltage spikes (in either direction), or if they do, they aren't very sensitive. good surge protectors will smooth out voltage irregularities, protect against ground fault, short, surge, and sometimes reversed polarity. then there's the thing where a lot of items labeled "surge protector" aren't really doing anything besides acting like a regular old power strip. This is what I am trying to tell everyone here^ There are other elements besides simply protecting against too much power as in lightning strike which really doesn't happen that often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 30, 2017 Author Share Posted August 30, 2017 Yes all the cheap ones are doing jack shit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sieg67 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 That's not really the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 my volcano vaporizer is covered by my renter' insurance I took a hit of one of those one time. No joke :420: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Still Me Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I have a decent one for my computer it ran about 50-60 bucks. For my flat screen and dvd/ps3 I don't. for everything I give a shit about Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rogue_Alphonse Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 Yes, mainly because I have like 15 things plugged in across two receptacles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 yea I underestimated what one balloon could do at first and got too damn high. It's made my weed last twice as long and my lungs, throat, teeth have thanked me for finally switching to vapor Have you ever tried smoking the left over stuff? I think its still good. Actually I think smoking is still more efficient. I don't know for sure I only used the volcano a few times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardcoreHunter Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 surge protectors on PCs. power conditioners on pro audio stuff. ups for modem/router. Your PC should be on a UPS. Things can get messed up when your computer just shuts down without going through it's processes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardcoreHunter Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 You guys also buy volcano insurance? I have actually had some electronics fucked up by power outages in the past, so it's more a case of live and learn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wacky1980 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 also, even the most expensive surge protectors can/will wear out over time, especially if they're dealing with constant "dirty" power (high/low/fluctuating voltage). and a surge protector does jack shit on a non-grounded circuit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardcoreHunter Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 also, even the most expensive surge protectors can/will wear out over time, especially if they're dealing with constant "dirty" power (high/low/fluctuating voltage). and a surge protector does jack shit on a non-grounded circuit. Pretty much what those indicator lights are for on the strip to tell you if it's grounded, so you can tell if something is going bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 also, even the most expensive surge protectors can/will wear out over time, especially if they're dealing with constant "dirty" power (high/low/fluctuating voltage). and a surge protector does jack shit on a non-grounded circuit. wacky you are the only one here who understands S: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HardcoreHunter Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 how do you afford 100 dollar surge protectors when you live in your parent's basement How do you buy things when you don't have a mortgage or rent is what I'm reading. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 how do you afford 100 dollar surge protectors when you live in your parent's basement With all the money your mom is paying me to fuck her. :it: :fap: :barf: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wacky1980 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 wacky you are the only one here who understands S: i don't personally own expensive enough gear to worry about dropping protection on the circuits. but i've worked in studios that have $50k+ of recording equipment, and i manage IT at the bank i work for. if you're buying gear that runs $1000 and up, it makes good financial sense to buy $50 circuit protection for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillies Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 i don't personally own expensive enough gear to worry about dropping protection on the circuits. but i've worked in studios that have $50k+ of recording equipment, and i manage IT at the bank i work for. if you're buying gear that runs $1000 and up, it makes good financial sense to buy $50 circuit protection for it. Even if gear cost 500 $ its arguably worth it. Protection is good, I think stuff will even last longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wacky1980 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 absolutely. if you think it's worth it to protect your gear, it doesn't matter if it only cost you $100. like i said earlier, i keep my home router and modem (probably $150 total value) on protected ups, because it's worth it to me to keep my wireless internet running during a power outage. the ups would have cost about $100 on its own if i bought it (battery died so bank tossed it, but i brought it home and put a new batt in it for $20). then again, we put a new display cooler in the bar back in april. it cost about $3600, and i plugged it straight into the wall. why? because it would eat up surge protectors like fat chicks eat black dicks. not worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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