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Are Surge Protectors Really Necessary For All Electronics? by socialconscious: 4:55pm On Aug 24, 2022
You have invested a lot of money in your electronic devices and it makes sense to protect them; one thing to worry about is power surges.

Surge protectors are really good at protecting from this potential hazard, but do you need one for all your electronics? Are surge protectors really necessary for all electronics? The simple answer is no. Not all electronics require a surge protector.

For instance, it does not make sense to plug a lamp into a surge protector because the only thing a power surge can do to the light is burn out its lightbulb. However, there is a need for surge protection for more expensive and sensitive electronics such as televisions, airconditioners, sound systems, gaming consoles, and more.

In short, any expensive electronics will benefit from a surge protector. Without a surge protector, a power surge may shorten the lifespan, wipe out all the data, or destroy the entire system.

Think of it this way: which lost devices would cause the most inconvenience? Plug those devices into a surge protector. It's better to be safe than sorry. It's always recommended to use a surge protector with high-end electronic devices to extend these devices' lives.

On the other hand, not using a surge protector might seem to work fine at first, but numerous surges can slowly degrade electronic devices. Without a surge protector, electronics will inevitably have a shorter life span. And a more substantial power surge can destroy electronics.

A surge protector protects devices from voltage inconsistencies by rerouting any excess electricity, only allowing a defined amount of electricity to pass through to a device.

A few examples of surge/voltage protectors you can get to protect your precious electronics and appliances: https://www.homestuff.ng/search-results?q=voltage+protector

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