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Switchboard Surge Protection

Updated: Jul 31

Have you ever wondered how to protect your switchboard from those sneaky surges in electrical power? Here is some information from Modern Electrical Group about switchboard surge protection and why it's important for the safety and efficiency of your home.


So, what exactly is a surge?

Picture this: you're in the middle of a movie marathon, the lights suddenly flicker, and boom! Your TV turns off. Sound familiar? That's a surge. A surge is a sudden, temporary increase in electrical voltage that can damage your appliances and electronics. It's like a power surge doing the electric slide on your delicate devices.

That's where switchboard surge protection comes in. It's like putting on a suit of armour for your switchboard, defending against those power-hungry surges. Surge protection devices (SPDs for short) are installed in your switchboard to detect sudden voltage spikes and divert them away from your precious electronics. It's like having a superhero standing guard, ready to zap those surges before they cause any harm.


How does Switchboard Surge Protection work?

Now, you might be wondering how exactly it works. Well, let's break it down. SPDs use a combination of components like metal oxide varistors (MOV) and gas discharge tubes (GDT) to absorb and redirect the excess voltage away from your devices. It's like having a buffer zone – the surge protection device takes one for the team and absorbs the energy so that your appliances don't have to.

By installing surge protection on your switchboard, you're not only safeguarding your electronics but also preventing potential fire hazards. Surges can generate intense heat, and if left unchecked, they can lead to electrical fires.


Switchboard safety switch

So, what are the benefits of switchboard surge protection?

For starters, it extends the lifespan of your appliances. Without surge protection, those sudden bursts of electricity can fry the sensitive components inside your devices, leaving them as useful as a toaster on a deserted island. With surge protection in place, you can rest easy knowing that your appliances have an extra layer of defense against the voltage vultures.


Switchboard surge protection also keeps your electrical system in tip-top shape. By diverting those power surges away from your switchboard, you're reducing the stress and strain on your electrical wiring.

Now that you know the importance of switchboard surge protection, it's time to take action.


Reach out to chat to us today about surge protection. We service all over Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula!




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