FTZ Industries Surge Protector

A surge protective device, or SPD, protects electronic devices from unexpected voltage spikes caused by electrical overload, lightning strikes, or faulty wiring. Surge protectors typically work with AC outlets, but FTZ Industries surge protectors work for DC circuits as well.

A surge protector differs from a power strip. A power strip acts like an extension cord that plugs into the wall outlet and allows you to plug in multiple devices. A surge protector installs on the circuit. A joule rating that tells you how much energy goes through and maximum wattage capacity. Some, but not all, power strips do act as surge protectors. Surge protectors also differ from circuit breakers because circuit breakers protect wires from catching fire, but surge protectors protect against electrical spikes.

A surge protector also differs from a surge suppressor. In the event of a surge, a surge protector shuts off the device and redirects the flow of electricity. A surge suppressor, on the other hand, brings the voltage to a regular level. Surge protectors work best with devices that include delicate components, such as computers. Surge suppressors work best for a telephone or power line.

A surge protector for marine electronics allows you to protect electronics that you have on your boat rather than plug into a house surge protector. Examples of electronics you want to protect include a GPS, depth finder, fish finders, and vhf radios, while out on the water. A heavy duty, durable FTZ Industries surge protector offers a hybrid design. This mitigates electrical surges and filters out ringing transients that cause immediate and long-term damage.

FTZ Industries surge protectors for marine electronics offer features such as:

• 12-volt and 24-volt options
• Protects electrical panels without draining the battery
• Protects electrical panels without draining battery
• Provides transient voltage mitigation
• Encapsulated for watertight seal and vibration resistance

Note: A qualified marine electrician must complete the wiring when installing a surge protector.