Tripp Lite TMC-6 6-Outlet Under Monitor Surge Protector

by Tripp Lite

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.5 x 11.2 x 11.5 inches ; 2.9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 8.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000AKA90
• Item model number: TMC-6
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (76 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #52 in Electronics > Accessories & Supplies > Batteries, Chargers & Accessories > Power Converters
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 8, 2003

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

It could happen in the blink of an eye: a sudden power surge that damages or destroys your valuable audio/video components. And even if a catastrophic surge never strikes, smaller power fluctuations and electromagnetic line noise can cause incremental hardware damage and performance problems, and corrupt or erase important data. The solution to protect your valuable electronic components from surge damage and performance problems? The TMC-6 Protect It!™ Under-Monitor Surge Suppressor—reliable protection for your PC and all electronics in a convenient, space-saving under-monitor format. It features a high 1440-joule surge suppression rating—more joules mean more protection for your valuable components! The TMC-6 also filters disruptive line noise, helping to assure that your equipment performs at its peak.

Feature Focus

Tripp Lite's TMC-6 Surge Suppressor Offers: Reliable surge protection for PCs and all electronics Low-profile under-monitor housing 1440-joule surge suppression rating 6 surge-protected AC outlets plus tel/DSL line protection; 6-ft. cord $50,000 Ultimate Lifetime Insurance; lifetime product warranty

Versatile Protection for PCs and All Electronics
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Versatile Protection for PCs and All Electronics

The TMC-6 offers premium surge protection for all electronics with 6 AC outlets, plus single-line tel/DSL line surge protection. More joules mean more protection, and the TMC-6 delivers with a high 1440-joule surge protection rating. Its low-profile, under-monitor design makes the TMC-6 easy to integrate into any home or office PC setup. A 6-ft. cord enables connection to a distant wall outlet and a space-saving right-angle plug allows furniture to be placed flush against the wall.

Individually Controllable Outlets

The TMC-6 provides a total of 6 AC outlets—ample capacity for a desktop computer setup. Four of the outlets are individually controllable with their own On/Off switches. A Master On/Off switch controls these outlets plus one additional outlet. The sixth outlet is "always on"—ideal for components such as fax machines that need to remain powered at all times. This highly controllable outlet array gives you maximum flexibility in determining which components receive power.

Improved Component Performance

Various electromagnetic and radio sources can cause disruptive interference on the AC line. This line noise is a common cause of incremental hardware damage, data corruption and performance problems. The TMC-6 incorporates technology to filter out disruptive line noise, helping to ensure that your computer and peripherals perform at their peak, and that your valuable data stays safe.

Phone Line Protection

Built-In Diagnostic Capabilities

Phone Line Protection

Phone connections represent a potential back door through which a damaging surge could reach your equipment. The TMC-6 includes one set of built-in tel/DSL (RJ11) jacks to prevent surges from damaging your computer, fax or modem (one 6-ft. RJ11 phone cord included).

Built-In Diagnostic Capabilities

Two diagnostic LEDs (PROTECTION PRESENT & GROUNDED) show power and protection status, enabling you to recognize power problems before they affect your valuable equipment. The PROTECTION PRESENT LED indicates that surge protection is available. If this green LED ever goes out, simply return the TMC-6 to Tripp Lite for a free replacement. The red GROUNDED LED will illuminate to alert you if the TMC-6 is connected to an unsafe, improperly grounded wall outlet.

Low-Profile Design

The TMC-6 features a space-saving, low-profile design that makes it easy to integrate into your home or office computer setup. It installs neatly under the monitor, so that power switches are readily accessible and switches and diagnostic LEDs are easily visible.

Ultimate Peace of Mind

The TMC-6 comes with $50,000 Ultimate Lifetime Insurance—guaranteed lifetime protection for your equipment in case of surge damage, including direct lightning strikes. And it's simple: Ultimate Lifetime Insurance coverage begins the moment you purchase the TMC-6, with no forms to fill out or send in. Additionally, this Tripp Lite Protect It!™ Surge Suppressor is backed by a lifetime product warranty and a rapid-response, no-questions-asked replacement policy that's unmatched in the industry.

Also Available

Tripp Lite manufactures a full line of power and connectivity solutions—UPS systems, power distribution units, surge suppressors, cables and connectivity solutions, rack enclosures and more—for every application, from the desktop to the datacenter.

Technical Specifications

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Model:	TMC-6
Voltage compatibility:	120 VAC
Frequency compatibility:	50/60 Hz
Output volt amp capacity (amps):	15
Overload protection:	15-amp circuit breaker
AC suppression rating (joules):	1440
Outlet quantity/type:	6 x 5-15R RJ11 tel/DSL jacks (1 set)
Input cord::	6 ft.
Input plug:	5-15P right-angle
Switches/LEDs/alarms:	On/Off switch (controls 5 outlets) 4 x Individual Outlet switches 2 diagnostic LEDs
Dimensions (HWD):	1.75 x 11.5 x 12.0 in.
Weight:	2.8 lbs.
Material of construction:	Plastic
Agency approvals:	UL 1449, UL 1283, UL 1363 &UL 497A FCC Part 68/Industry Canada RoHS

What's in the Box

• TMC-6 Surge Suppressor
• One 6-ft. RJ11 phone cord

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P022-001 18AWG Power Extension/Adapter Cable—1 ft.

Attaches to an existing power cord to extend its length by 1 ft. Can also be used to connect AC adapters and transformers, preventing them from blocking other outlets on a surge suppressor or power strip. Standard 5-15R receptacle and 5-15P plug. Lifetime warranty.

P022-001-2 18AWG Power Extension/Adapter Y Cable—1 ft.

Enables two devices to be powered from a single wall, power strip or surge suppressor outlet. Can also be used to connect AC adapters and transformers, preventing them from blocking other outlets on a surge suppressor or power strip. Two standard 5-15R receptacles; 5-15P plug. Lifetime warranty.

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Product Description

Tripp Lite's TOUCHMASTER COMPACT surge suppressor offers complete AC and phone line surge suppression for comprehensive protection of workstations, desktop PCs, telecom systems and other sensitive electronics. Heavy grade AC surge suppression shields connected equipment from damage and performance problems due to transient surges. RJ11 telephone line suppression jacks protect dialup and DSL modem lines, fax machines, cordless phones and more. TOUCHMASTER COMPACT offers 6 total outlets, 6 foot cord and LEDs to warn of power and wiring problems. Heavy grade AC suppression rated at 1440 joules shields equipment from surges and line noise. Attractive, slim design is perfect for use under desktop computer monitors or notebook computers. Individual switches offer power control over connected equipment. Lifetime warranty with $50,000 Ultimate Lifetime Insurance (USA, Puerto Rico & Canada Only).

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Protect It 6 Out Surge, February 18, 2007

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Perry M. Ruby Jr. "Archbishop Mark" (Port Charlotte, FL, USA) - See all my reviews
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This sits under my monitor and provides an up close and easy way to turn on my system. I can selectively turn off parts of the system such as printers and speakers while leaving the computer and monitor in the on state. It also provides additional electrical surge protection which is needed here in Florida with our ligtening storms. Highly recommended, and it is an excellent value.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Protection + convenience, April 10, 2007

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James R. Castonguay (Whitinsville, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Tripp Lite TMC-6 6-Outlet Under Monitor Surge Protector (Personal Computers)

These under the monitor type surge protectors are great and I am surprised that there aren't more of them. Why have a rat's nest of wires hanging in the back of your computer desk?? This organizes, neatens and allows you to turn off individual components without shutting down everything. In my case, I can shut off my monitor, computer, printer and speakers while allowing the cable modem and router to run for my wife and daughter to access the internet with their laptops. This model replaced an older Surgemaster that I had for 4 years and the reason for the change was due to more power demands by my system and peripherals. This one @ 1850 joules powers my 19" LCD, Athlon 4200+ X2 dual core, 512mb Radeon 1950 XT, Antec 580 Watt Power Supply, RAID array, 12 fans, modem, router, desk lamp, Lexmark all in one flatbed printer/scanner, Logitech cordless keyboard and rechargeable laser mouse, Logitech 5.1 surround speakers.........etc. More power to spare...ugh, ugh, ugh, MORE POWER!!!!!! Love it!!

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Computer Surge Protector, June 13, 2008

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RCS Home Inspections (SCL, CA, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Tripp Lite TMC-6 6-Outlet Under Monitor Surge Protector (Personal Computers)

Purchased the unit to turn off my computer system. Which consists of a computer, monitor, printer, camera, & audio sound amplifier.
Unit worked as planned for a short time then the main shutoff push on-off master switch stopped working. Previously I had a surge protector for 25 years with no problems then I purchased this one as an replacement. This one fits nicely under my viewing monitor but the master push button does not shut down my system as it was designed to do. I bought two units one still works and one doesn't.