Some of your most expensive and sensitive appliances can be negatively impacted by load shedding. In a similar way to your computer that needs to be shut down in a certain manner, most appliances need to follow the same processes, when the power returns there is often a power surge that has an equally damaging effect.
To ensure that your appliances are not damaged by the sudden power cuts and unexpected power outages take note of the following:
* Distribution and broad surge protectors protect you from power surges and regulate the electrical output to your equipment. These are regulated by the government and thus are usually installed on every DB board when it is first installed.
* Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) can be pricey so it is important to know which circuits in your home would need it. This would probably be your most sensitive equipment, such as computers, projectors and televisions.
* Control Room or AV Room Online UPS; by installing a dedicated UPS in the rack cabinet you give your equipment enough power to shut down correctly.
* Rack Cabinet Power Strips are available in two price point options, Breaker-Type Power Strips and Power Conditioners. The Breaker Type is the cost-effective option and consists of a simple breaker that trips in the event of a power surge, this is done by passing three lines of defence.
Power Conditioners are high-end options and they have some advantages. Cleaning out electrical noise, this filtering increases the lifespan of your equipment. This process also regulates the electrical output to your appliances, which in turn protects it from power surges.
Taken from www.property24.com
