Whole House Surge Protector

by Your One Source

Product Description

Transient voltage surge suppressor (TVSS). Hybrid technology thermal-fuse metal oxide varistor and gas discharge tube (GDT) design. Ride-through sustained overvoltage up to 240 volt AC, suitable for connection to power systems whose available short-circuit capacity does not exceed 25,000 amp symmetrical short-circuit current when protected by the recommended branch circuit protective devices. Flush (Type 1 housing only) or surface mounting installation. Provides AC line protection for the whole house and protects four telephone lines and up to two coaxial lines with Gas Discharge Tube (GDT) technology. All modes protected (L - L, L - N, L - G, N - G). It is designed for use on single-phase, three-wire, 120/240 volt AC, 50/60 Hz electrical service. The LEDs on the face of the AC module indicate the operational status of the AC protection. If the LEDs for each line are on, the device is fully operational. If either of the LEDs go off, the AC module should be replaced. Design allows for field replacement of components. UL Listed, C-UL Listed for use in Canada.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 10 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B002FYIHAO
• Item model number: SDSB1175C
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #108,173 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars One of the few on the market that isn't junk., September 16, 2010

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Reality Check (The Mountains) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Whole House Surge Protector (Misc.)

This is a solidly designed and built surge protector. It has a location for two coax lines plus two phone lines in addition to protection for the house electrical system. Obviously no one will really know if the unit works until there is a surge or lightning strike, but I purchased this since I live in a remote area where power outages are common, and restarts can be jumpy. So far, so good.

This is a large unit, so you will need about 4 square feet near your panel or main to mount it for best protection. Instructions are clear and shouldn't be too difficult for a knowledgable homeowner. I would highly recommend getting an electrical permit and inspection from the local authority (or make sure that your electrician gets one. He won't complain if he's honest) otherwise any warranty or insurance coverage would likely be void.

One thing to be prepared for: SOME compact fluorescent light bulbs may flicker slightly when this unit is installed. I use CFL's exclusively through my house, and one size of one brand (bulbs in 2 fixtures to be exact) flicker slightly. In my case, they are not in a location which are annoying, or I would replace them.

Beware of some units on the market that promise a lot for a little. They just don't exist. For additional protection, get strip protectors for sensitive equipment like TV's for surges that may originate WITHIN the house (due to stopping and starting of motor equipment and other reasons.)

1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well,, July 20, 2011

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H. Allen - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Whole House Surge Protector (Misc.)

I'm going to guess that it works, and that's only because I don't want to know if it does (by taking a surge).

Installation was easy (had an electrician do it).