30 Amp Surge Protector Recommendations Around $150

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John asked for a 30 amp surge protector recommendation around $50, then noted he may be willing to spend closer to $150 after learning more. Members pointed out that basic surge-only units in the lower price range may not provide full electrical management, such as protection from low voltage, wiring faults, open ground or neutral, reverse polarity, and miswired pedestals.

Members favored spending more for an EMS-style unit rather than a simple surge protector. One RVer recommended an...
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Capebuild

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I’m asking if anyone can share a recommendation for a 30 amp surge protector, manufacturer and model? Something in the $50 range. Thanks very much!
John
 
Without knowing your use specific case, I would note that a basic “surge only” protector for less than, say, $150, likely does not offer "EPO" (i.e., "Total Electrical Management."). Basic surge-only protectors look similar to the EPO type but do not protect equipment from low voltage or wiring faults.
 
Thanks for your comments, Featherlite. I’ve been reading up a bit on elex protectors trying to get a little educated. We have a Dometic fridge and a roof fan. That’s about it. But we’re always charging phones, computers and the like. No AC. So yes, I think I should maybe expect to pay a little more, like $150. Given this, can anyone suggest a model they’re happy with?
 
Good evening John,
The one I use is an onboard surge protector. I chose this one due to issues of "sticky fingers" running off with the exterior kind. I have had his one for almost six years and it has served me well. I especially like the fact it tells me what the exact voltage is coming in before I turn the breaker panel on.

It provides protection against voltage fluctuations, power surges, protection against over and under voltage, open ground and neutral, reverse polarity, mis-wired pedestal, accidental 120 V, surge failure, AC frequency issue, even indicates if a power failure occurred. I would definitely buy it again if I needed to. It is currently $125.


Harry :)
 
We have had a hard mounted Progressive Industries EMS that has caught two serious problems that I know of in 12+ years. I also check the post before plugging in. Yes I am a bit paranoid (you should see what I have in our house).
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