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10-04-2013, 12:53 AM
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Dorothy and the Tinman
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Continental US
Posts: 50
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PI surge protector vs EMS
I understand we have been very fortunate as we have camped for years without having a surge protector or power protection unit. I tried searching and didn't find quite the information I need to make an informed purchase.
I believe Progressive Industries is the brand we will purchase. I understand the difference between the surge protector (SSP) and the power protection (EMS) units. From what I have read, the portable and hard-wired EMS units have the same protection qualities. What is the advantage of a hard-wired unit vs a portable, other than theft? What is the advantage of a remote display?
Thanks so much for your input.
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10-04-2013, 01:26 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 263
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I tell you it nice seeing how many volts and amps you are drawing at every Minute !
I'm glad I bought the EMS HW50C with the display and there customer service was great with any question I had because I couldn't wait for the unit to go through its process as soon as I talk to the tech it went online and has worked ever sense !
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10-04-2013, 06:36 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Stromsburg, Nebraska
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I like my hard wired pi EMS because I don't have to think About it. Just plug in my regular cord and I'm protected. He's right about seeing power offstage as well. I mounted the remote display in a place I can look from outside the door. Very handy.
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2016 Sabre 34TBOK
2006 GMC 3500 CC LB DRW 4X4
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10-04-2013, 06:48 AM
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Phat Phrog Stunt Team
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Iowa
Posts: 34,507
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I vote for ems hardwired!
Piece of mind!
No issues .
Turbs
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10-04-2013, 11:02 AM
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Dorothy and the Tinman
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Continental US
Posts: 50
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So the protection is the same for all three and it's only a matter of convenience for the remote display. Thanks for your responses!
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10-04-2013, 01:17 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: X
Posts: 2,781
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With the Hardwired unit it's often going to have to be mounted in a place where you can't see the box, so you'll want the remote display.
Yes, protection the same on all EMS.
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10-04-2013, 04:07 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Stromsburg, Nebraska
Posts: 1,682
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I mounted mine using cord ends. That way, I can remove it fairly quickly if we ever seek the camper, or if the EMS fails. I think turbs did too. A little extra $$ up front, but worth it to me.
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2016 Sabre 34TBOK
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10-04-2013, 08:24 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: Texas
Posts: 125
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jtstromsburg
I like my hard wired pi EMS because I don't have to think About it. Just plug in my regular cord and I'm protected. He's right about seeing power offstage as well. I mounted the remote display in a place I can look from outside the door. Very handy.
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X2!!!
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10-04-2013, 09:35 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Missouri
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Just installed mine last Friday and used it over the weekend. Nice knowing all my electronics are protected and it is nice looking over at the display and knowing exactly what's going on electrically.
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2014 Surveyor Select SV305
2005 Ford F250 Lariat SuperCab 6.0 TurboDiesel
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10-06-2013, 07:24 AM
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Wanna Be Camper
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
Posts: 2,420
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Hardwired EMS as well. I mounted the display right above my Forest River control panel as that is right by the rear door. It keeps all control items in a single place.
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2011 F250 Lariat FX4 Crew Cab 6.2
2011 Flagstaff V-Lite 30WRLS
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10-27-2013, 07:35 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: North Texas
Posts: 203
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Installed mine today
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10-30-2013, 11:24 AM
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Member
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Newport, RI
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I bought a hardwired EMS for our camper too. The EMS is mounted in the compartment where the power convertor is and I mounted the remote display in the little cubby above the fridge where we normally keep bread and chips. It's out of the way but can be seen when needed.
I like having it a lot. All I have to do is check the voltage and polarity with my meter then plug in the camper. It has done it's job once and shut off power when voltage went too low (older campground and too many A/C's on nearby).
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10-30-2013, 02:12 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: X
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jrs_diesel
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I like having it a lot. All I have to do is check the voltage and polarity with my meter then plug in the camper.
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The EMS unit already does that for you so you don't need to do it yourself too.
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11-04-2013, 09:06 PM
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Member
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Newport, RI
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BarryD0706
The EMS unit already does that for you so you don't need to do it yourself too.
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I know, it's just the electronics technician side of me that keeps me doing it that way. Always nice to know if what is going on at at the pedastal before plugging in.
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11-04-2013, 09:30 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Missouri
Posts: 169
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Military? Redundancy?
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