Protect Your Electronics With a Power Strip From Lowe’s
Everyday life often seems to revolve around cell phones, computers, smart TVs and even power tools. All these need power to run them and charge their batteries. But how can you charge all these different items and protect your investment? We have the solution: with power strips and surge protector power strips from Lowe’s.
A power strip is a block of electrical outlets attached to a single power cord. Power strips usually have a circuit breaker to protect against electrical overloads and shortages. Strips have either a plastic or metal case and a flexible power cord that can vary in length depending on your space and need. The number and layout of outlets also vary. Small desk power strips run things like electronics and lighting, while long power strips can work well with power tools, batteries and chargers in a shop or garage where more space between outlets is necessary.
Surge protectors provide the same features as power strips but with an extra level of protection against voltage spikes. These can happen due to power lines being downed or lightning strikes. Computers and home theater equipment are two categories that benefit from this extra protection. Advanced models even provide safeguards for USB, Ethernet and cable TV lines. If you don’t have the space for a large protector strip, you may find that a surge protector outlet will work instead. These replace or fit over an outlet, fitting close to the wall for convenience.
Need to charge a cell phone and tablet but don’t have enough USB outlets? A USB power strip may be the answer. Smaller in size and designed just for USB devices, this is a perfect way to clean up wired connections. From simple tasks to more advanced options, at Lowe’s we can help you decide what will work best for your protection needs.
