Power Surge Protector

hotrodj125 · 06-03-2012, 07:42 AM

I'm debating whether or not to get a power surge protector and which one to get for my Palomino Columbus 320RS, does antone have any help for me?

B47 · 06-03-2012, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by hotrodj125

I'm debating whether or not to get a power surge protector and which one to get for my Palomino Columbus 320RS, does antone have any help for me?

Do a search for Surge Protectors here and you will get many posts regarding same.

I purchased a portable Surge Guard 50 amp SP and am quite pleased with it. On second thought I may have gotton a hard wired SP instead of the portable one, but I am pleased that I have the protection.

A lot of big RV's with big A/C's puling a lot of amps in the summer makes,IMO, a SP a good investment.

Triguy · 06-03-2012, 08:53 AM

Here's one good thread.

Here's another thread.

There are a few options to consider: Permanent or portable, 30amp or 50 amp (not sure what you're wired for), and level of protection. In general, buy the most protection. The cheaper surge protectors are limited as to their level of protection.

I like my Progressive Industries EMS-PT30C. Shop around, though. Prices vary widely.

Wiscampsin · 06-03-2012, 09:37 AM

Like Triguy above I like our Progressive Industries unit. It provides more than just surge protection. IMHO it offers alot of features for the price.

Earth Station · 06-03-2012, 10:22 AM

We have one for the Earth Station.......... just a bit of added protection!

sail2liv · 06-03-2012, 10:31 AM

Buy the nice one from Camping world when they are on sale, and get the one that resets itself unless you like going out in rain in middle of night...LOL I also give volt and amp read out....so you know how much you are using - that way you know what to run.....good luck.......

ret2006 · 06-03-2012, 10:48 AM

Progressive Industries 50A portable EMS is what I got for my 2012 Sabre. My previous 30A 5th., wheel had a hardwired Progressive EMS (Electrical Management System) . After seeing a high end Class A blow one of two A/C, a television and other electrical items after plugging in to a pedestal at an old COE park with an open neutral, I got an EMS the next week. Won't plug in without it.
EMS-PT50C

roanmountaincampers · 06-03-2012, 01:26 PM

Which surge protector do I need? I'm looking at Progressives EMS Pt 30 C or the SSP 30 Smart Surge. Big difference in price. Do I need to spend the extra for the EMS model or will the SSP30 give me the protection I need? Also noticed big price spread in the TRC models. Would like some advice on these. Thanks.

pbrackney · 06-03-2012, 01:38 PM

I bought the ems unit. It also comes with a lifetime warranty. Camping world sells it online only and is offering it for $215 right now. A great deal.

roanmountaincampers · 06-03-2012, 02:26 PM

Thanks for the advice. Just finished placing my order with CW.

FreedomTracker · 06-03-2012, 02:41 PM

I think you'll be happy with the PI PT30c EMS. I also purchased one from CW a couple months ago when they went on sale for $215. I was also on the fence b/t this and the regular PI surge protector but at that price figured better safe than sorry.

I did a lot research at the time and the consensus on the forum was more is better.

Enjoy!

JohnandPandra · 06-03-2012, 03:22 PM

I've supplemented my progressive surge protector with the TRC Digital Line Monitor, which has high/low voltage alarms. I've put an angle plug in which I put the monitor on so I can watch readings going in & out of the trailer. We've never been close on low or high voltage so far, but the piece of mind being able to see what the current incoming voltage supply is makes me feel better in a busy campground with everyone's A/C's on.

FreedomTracker · 06-03-2012, 06:24 PM

J&P,
How much should the monitor cost?

JohnandPandra · 06-03-2012, 07:04 PM

Purchased mine from Camping World here locally. Cost was around $35, but you can probably find it cheaper elsewhere(Tweetys, PPL, etc.). Research and read reviews from others and see if its something you could use.

Len & Cheri · 06-14-2012, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by FreedomTracker

I think you'll be happy with the PI PT30c EMS. I also purchased one from CW a couple months ago when they went on sale for $215. I was also on the fence b/t this and the regular PI surge protector but at that price figured better safe than sorry.

I did a lot research at the time and the consensus on the forum was more is better.

Enjoy!

I just received mine and have a question. The operating instructions tell you to plug it into AC power and it will run it's tests. Is that with the TT plugged into the protector, or do you plug the TT in after it runs it's test?

Wiscampsin · 06-14-2012, 04:55 PM

Plug it in, let it run the test program, if all is well (no errors) then plug your TT into it.

Len & Cheri · 06-14-2012, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Wiscampsin

Plug it in, let it run the test program, if all is well (no errors) then plug your TT into it.

Thanks

Didn't want to assume

punkaccountant · 06-14-2012, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Triguy

I like my Progressive Industries EMS-PT30C. Shop around, though. Prices vary widely.

that's the one I got too and just got it last weekend. Before, I couldn't justify the price but Camping World just started selling them for $215 and I also had a 10% off coupon. Best price hands down. Made in USA with a lifetime warranty!

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