
08-29-2024, 08:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Altavia
There was a recent lightening strike to a local power distribution center that reportedly tripped circuit breakers in homes without protection. Maybe the lightening guys here have more info.
Secondary surge suppressors like the Eaton can be installed such that they are visible outside the panel.
Plus secondary surge suppressors are optimized to supress more common surges induced by nearby lightening strikes.
The SECO unit is optimized for power line surges as noted above. That's probably why their warranty excludes electronics in the home.
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100% correct.
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