Batteries, Power Strips, and Surge Protectors

Power management can be frustrating. But, whether you're looking for more outlets, want to hook up a television, or just protect your devices, finding the correct power strips is an essential part of improving your modern life day to day.

Finding the right power strips for your needs

Size, voltage, and cord length are the primary considerations when shopping for power strips. To the first point, smaller power strips are lower profile and work well in tight spaces, but larger ones have more outlets and features. Second, look for power strips that are power rated over the needed energy levels for better power management. Third, power strips have varying lengths. Shorter cords are less messy, but longer cords allow more power management options.

Types of power strips on the market

Power strips can be as simple as having ~6 outlets and a power switch. But many have features for safety or convenience that enable your power management. Staple power management options include varieties such as Battery Backup, Surge Protector, USB charging ports, Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR), and wiring defect alerts.

Safety in your power management

Power strips are easy to use but provide safety as well. Power strips with surge protection or AVR help regulate power fluctuations to protect your devices, and battery backups ensure continued energy during temporary power outages. Imagine needing to set up a home PC or entertainment system with lots of plugs and not enough wall outlets; a power strip is what makes it safe and easy to add outlets and get your system running.