Powerguard :: Nothing Protects like PowerGuard

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTIONS
- Will PowerGuard products protect my equipment from a lightning strike?

- What are the differences between the PowerGuard (PG3701) and the Power Filters (CPF3500, CMP3901, and CMP3903)?

- Why do I need to use a PowerGuard when I have a Filter?

- I understand the basics but how does the PowerGuard Protect?

- How does the Professional Series Filter Protect?

- What load can the spike arrester and filter support, can I plug a multiple outlet Power Board into the device?

- I have an Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker on my house, why do I need anything else to protect?

- The electrician who installed my ELCB has recommended and fitted a Surge Protector on the distribution board and says that’s all I need, but having read the info on your website there seems more to it, what should I be doing?

- I have a complete Home Office with PC, and a new Flat Screen Monitor and Multi Function System; I have the Pro Series CMP Ultra 2 single outlet filter and originally connected my PC to that, what about the other equipment?

- Can I use a double adapter on the protective devices?

- I have a Note Book Computer that has an external AC/AC Power Pack and I was given to understand that I don’t need Power Protection, but a colleague had his Note Book destroyed recently while travelling. What can you recommend?

What load can the spike arrester and filter support, can I plug a multiple outlet Power Board into the device?

The load rating of the plug in power protection is to a safe standard for domestic and office applications rated at 2400VA (240V 10A).
A fully optioned PC with Monitor, Modem, and Multi Function Printer is likely to use less than 6 Amps on full load.

A fully configured Home Theatre is likely to use about the same. To be absolutely sure, calculate the total load requirement for your individual applications, wattage, amperage and voltage are shown on the specification plates of most appliances. The plug products are designed as dedicated isolated protection or for use in combination with power strips (see recommended installation).