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TonyInPa

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Posted: 07/15/12 05:55pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

I should know the answer to this, but I am fuzzy tonight.

What should I look for to protect my fifth wheel and electrical equipment when I plug into a campground 110-volt, 30-amp circuit? Surge protection is one thing, but dirty power is another. I would like protection from both.

Who sells this equipment? Does more expensive mean that it is better?

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Multi function surge protector which should cost ~ $250 for a 30A and ~ $350 for a 50A...this would fully protect your RV...




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Posted: 07/15/12 06:07pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

Progressive Industries.

In my opinion, none better. I like the portable version so that if it zaps, they are warranted for life and you just unplug and they replace it. Hardwired, you'd have to take out.

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Posted: 07/15/12 06:09pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

The other guys -- TRCI Surge Guard.


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We use an inexpensive in line voltage monitor that plugs into any outlet as well as an autoformer.
The voltage monitor, about $20 is plugged into an outlet in the galley that we can always easily monitor. It IS one of the least expensive ways to protect your AC,Fridge etc.
Low voltage occurs quite often and the ONLY way to know is with a gauge/monitor.

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Go with Progressive Industries, far superior equipment and customer service than the other brand.


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Posted: 07/15/12 07:01pm Link  |  Quote  |  Print  |  Notify Moderator

X3 for Progressive Industries EMS. It has saved us a number of times.


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Thanks for the recommendations.

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If you're in the market for a good inverter charger, that works too.

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