UL listed surge protection

What is Surge Protection with the UL Mark? Why Choose Surge Protection with UL Listing? Choosing surge protectors that are UL-listed guarantees that these devices have been put through specific tests and meet safety requirements. The UL surge protection standard, UL 1449, indicates the performance characteristics of the protective components of the device. Surge protectors that pass these tests are meant to prevent the damage caused to electrical systems due to Transient Over Voltages (power surges). Benefits of UL Listed Surge Protection:  •          Bolstered Safety: Having a UL listing means the surge protector follows defined safety measures.  •          Resilience: UL-listed devices are made to withstand multiple surges and therefore, provide sustained protection.  •          Certifications: The listed devices are certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL), providing quality assurance.  •          Compliance with Regulatory Documents: UL-listed surge protectors comply with the ANSI/UL 1449 Industrial Standard and IEC 61643-11 International Standards. UL 1449 Surge Protective Device Ratings Explained    UL listed surge protection comes with a set of features that can be quite complicated. In this section, we shall provide information regarding key features to enable users to make an informed purchase.  1. Voltage Protection Rating (VPR)  The VPR significantly informs users regarding what surge voltage level can be applied to a surge protector without causing any damage. It is good to note that a narrow range of VPR is better. Sensitive electronics do best with surge protectors boasting VPR values of 330V. Thus, they would do best with surge protectors with VPR levels of 330V or lower.  2. Joule Rating  The amount of energy that a surge protector can absorb is referred to as the joule rating. A surge protector with 1000 joules, for instance, will protect devices by absorbing huge amounts of surge energy. In this case, the device is ...