An Overview Of The Belkin Surge Protector Family

Anyone who depends on products that run on electricity needs a way to protect those products from the inevitable power surges that occur. This is especially true of sensitive equipment such as computers, printers, and other home office equipment that is becoming a standard part of most homes. Using the right Belkin surge protector will keep any electrical appliance or piece of equipment protected when there is a power outage or surge of electrical power.

Many people now carry their office on their laptop computer, blackberry, and PDA. When traveling, an individual often will need to take multiple pieces of equipment with them that will need to be plugged in once they reach their destination. Very few hotel rooms are equipped with the number of plugs that are required for the average traveler, much less the average business traveler.

Taking a large surge protector has always been inconvenient, but for those of us who carry out offices in our luggage, it was necessary to include the different cords, cables and surge protector with us or take the risk of a battery running dead in the middle of meetings. Without the surge protector, any travel destination where there was inclimate weather posed a special risk if lightening struck the building and there was a power surge to the equipment.

The research and development department of Belkin worked on this issue and came up with a great answer. The Mini Surge Portable Power Strip is small enough to fit into a carry-on bag or wallet. It does not have a cord because it plugs into a wall outlet. Included with the surge protector is a USB power cable so you do not have to take your cords for laptop and phones to recharge batteries.

The power strip has three AC outlets and two powered USB outlets that are surge protected. The grounded plug can rotate 360-degrees so it is easy to make room for block space plugs. There are four locking positions that keep the plug in position even with all of the outlets are being used.

The power strip meets the stringent regulations of the Underwriters Laboratories specifications for safety. In addition, it has an immediate response time as well as an automatic clamping voltage of 800v. The strip has a connected equipment guarantee so if the surge protector fails, your equipment will be covered under the warranty.

When traveling, all a person requires is one outlet in a room to have all of the power needed to use or charge their multiple pieces of equipment. The unit is very affordable and many people select a mini surge portable power strip for their office, home, and travel bags.

Another improvement that has been added to the line of Belkin surge protectors is the Conceal Surge Protector. This power strip protector organizes cables and keeps cords protected and hidden within the unit. The cover closes and the user with eleven surge protected outlets. There are six regular outlets, four block space outlets, and one convenience outlet. The unit also provides one in and two out phone/fax outlets. The system has a six foot cord and will fit easily behind a couch, desk, equipment, or appliance.

The Conserve Energy Saving Protector is very unique with a timer and remote control switch. There are two outlets on the protector that are always on, and six that are controlled with the remote switch. This is an extremely convenient unit for to control whole systems. It is an extremely slim design and has safety covers for outlets that are not being used. The desktop control button controls the unit and there is an LED status indicator to show when it is turned on or off. The unit automatically turns off after eleven hours which will save a tremendous amount of energy.

The compact surge protector is made to fit in a tight space and provide the same power strip and protection that you get form the bulkier protectors. The vertical design makes the unit fit behind appliances, sofas, or appliances easily. These units have an integrated cable management system with four regular and four block space outlets. The sliding covers keep open outlets covered.

When you are working in a shop or hobby room that does not have a lot of outlets and you don't want to run extension cords throughout your work area, there is a simple fix available. The Clamp-on power strip and surge protector is a great way to keep your outlets handy, off the floor, and out of the way.

The power strip clamps on to a height of 1 1/2" and has rubber grips to keep it securely attached to the surface that it has been clamped on. The unit has an extra long ten foot cord that allows it to reach easily up from under a work bench or table.

There are over nineteen styles and designs of commercial grade Belkin surge protectors made. These protectors have from six to twelve outlets and up to an eight foot cord. Among the most popular protector is the Metal Surge Master. This unit has a metal casement that contains ten grounded outlets. The box sits securely on the ground and cannot be tipped or damaged if accidentally stepped on. The outlets have covers that keep the open outlets safe.

The Pivot Plug Surge Protector is designed for heavy duty use at professional work stations. Each outlet moves independently within the casing so it is easy to keep cords from multiple directions securely in one location. The protectors can be affixed to the floor or surface and keep the cords and plugs out of the way of feet or furniture.

All of the Belkin surge protectors have an connected equipment guarantee. This guarantee covers the cost of equipment replacement if your surge protector fails. The amount of the guarantee varies from a few thousand dollars to several hundred thousand dollars and in case of a malfunction, you will be able to replace your equipment easily.