A surge diverter is a piece of equipment that diverts excess voltages (caused by spikes in the electrical supply) to earth, thus protecting sensitive electrical and electronic equipment. The surge diverter is normally installed in the main switchboard, although you can have surge diverter power points that protect items plugged into that point and if connected to do so, then the power points downstream of it as well. The surge diverter ‘shunts’ voltages over 260 volts AC to ground, stopping most power spikes from causing any damage. A surge diverter may not protect your equipment from a direct lightning strike on your home. The chances of your home being stuck by lightning are not high luckily!
A surge diverter is NOT a safety switch nor a circuit breaker. each of these items has a distinct and separate roll in protecting your property.
If you need a surge diverter installed in your home or office then Contact Electricians Plus and ITELEC now.
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