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Protecting electronics from lightning strikes: surge protectors and unplugging

Lightning strikes can cause significant damage to electronic devices, leading to costly repairs and potential fires. Proactive measures such as unplugging electronics during storms, using surge protectors with high Joule ratings and low clamping voltages, and considering whole-home surge protection or lightning rod systems can mitigate these risks. For essential devices that cannot be unplugged, an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) offers both surge protection and battery backup. AI

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Protecting electronics from lightning strikes: surge protectors and unplugging

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Gabriela Vătu) ·

    How to protect your tech from lightning strikes

    Doing a little work ahead of time will help keep your gadgets from being fried in an electrical storm.