The constant variations in electrical voltage have always been a major problem, both for businesses and for homes and residences. And a recurring fluctuation or voltage spikes that occur regularly in the electrical network affect electronic equipment, producing misconfigurations, malfunctions, failures and even total loss of the equipment. Unfortunately in Panama this is an evil that frequently afflicts us, so it is vital to anticipate and take preventive measures such as, for example, installing voltage protectors on the equipment.
What is a protector?
This is a device that is responsible for regulating the voltage when the electrical network suffers any type of disturbance, whether it is a blackout, a momentary interruption or a surge.
How does it work?
The device is responsible for monitoring the electrical supply, perceiving changes in it. When it detects a voltage input that is outside the established operating range, it acts, automatically turning off the equipment that is connected to it. It is also responsible for turning it on automatically once the event that caused the disconnection has passed.
How to install?
Installation is usually quite simple, since it consists of connecting the voltage protector to the outlet and the device that we want to protect directly to the protector. In some cases, depending on the type of protector, it may be necessary to configure some additional parameters through the knobs or buttons they incorporate, such as the time elapsed to reconnect the equipment.
Benefits
Undoubtedly, the use of this type of device brings a series of benefits for our home or company. Among the advantages we can mention:
- They protect equipment against surges and current spikes.
- Protection against blackouts or power cuts.
- Protection against electromagnetic interference.
- They stabilize the voltage so that the equipment operates within an optimal level of operability.
- Long-term savings. Voltage protectors are usually much cheaper than the equipment they protect, for this reason it is smart to use them. Replacing a damaged protector is cheaper, faster and easier than replacing a refrigerator, washing machine, TV, etc.
Which voltage protector should I choose?
There are many options to choose from on the market. It all depends on the budget, the equipment we want to protect and the functionality we want to give it. If you need help with this issue, you can write to us and we will be happy to give you detailed advice.
