TRAVEL POWER STRIP and TRAVEL SURGE PROTECTOR combo: I Never EVER Travel Without This!
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- Опубліковано 29 сер 2024
- Ever since discovering this Travel Power Strip and Surge Protector, I never leave home without it.
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This travel power strip can accommodate any plug from around the world, has USB ports, provides surge protection, and the extension cord functionality means I can plug my stuff in no matter how awkwardly the outlets are placed.
Sometimes it's the little things that make all the difference in how smooth a trip goes.
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Ever since discovering this Travel Power Strip and Surge Protector, I never leave home without it.
Get yours here! amzn.to/3w20LhV
Save luggage space and fees with this FREE Travel Gear and Packing List CHEAT SHEET! bit.ly/3AFfiTq Includes special discount codes up to 25% off the things you need.
I got an expensive laptop and I go to Thailand so this would go great for me and amount of Joules in this thing is insanely high for a travel surge protector
looks awesome !🥰
It is!!
Excellent, great hack. Thanks
OOh, I gotta get this. It's looks better than my Belkin mini surge protector. I like that it has a cord, mine just goes directly into the wall and doesn't give a lot of flexibility for space.
Yes! It’s so good because it does all the things and is still relatively compact! That cord has saved my skin many times.
Love it! Nora, you're a hopeless gadget geek!!! And I'm even worse :-) ;-) Sold, buying it now.
You pinned it, John! I am a hopeless travel gadget geek. I think I missed my calling! lol. I'm making up for it now. ;-)
Can't emphasize enough that this and devices like it DO NOT convert voltage and merely pass it through, and if you have a device that isn't dual voltage and you want to plug it into this in a country that uses a voltage standard different from what your device uses, then you have to use a voltage converter with it, at either the plug or outlet end. You'll also need a plug adapter to be able to use it abroad (unlike outlets there's no good way to design a multi-system plug).
Also, I wouldn't rely on the surge protection feature of this and similar devices too much as their wear out over time with use and once a surge passes through it, it almost always fries the surge protection circuitry inside rendering it useless for future surge protection, putting your devices at risk.
And since there's no easy way to tell if this has happened, it's best to not use sensitive devices in places with unreliable power, or during storms, or else invest in a heavy duty (and just plain heavier) surge protector that can withstand multiple surges if you're going to be in a place with unreliable power or lots of storms for an extended period of time.
But, used properly, devices like this are really useful. I recently bought a similar device for use abroad on a 6+ week trip, and it worked great. I just made sure to bring the right plug adapters since we were in multiple countries that used various plug types.
Great point about voltage conversion! Luckily most electronics are dual voltage; it's appliances like hair dryers that are more problematic.
Nice review and addition. On my list of additions for my pending trip this coming may.
Would love to see your recommendations for a portable Bluetooth stereo speaker. I have my old go to Apatronix AX400. Very small, but has an incredible base for its size (no longer in production🙁), and comes with an audio or Jack. Excellent for laptop and smartphone use with speakerphone capability. 😁
Oh YES! I ADORE my Bose bluetooth speaker. It's perfect. www.amazon.com/dp/B0748N1BZD?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzwisbre09-20&creativeASIN=B0748N1BZD&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1X06ABR43NTNF&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_list_d_asin
What kind of Plug is at the end of the cabel? Does it work in most countries or do you have an extra adapter which you plug in the socket and then the Powerstrip? I am from Germany so we dont have that Plug end over here.
There's a North American plug on the extension cord. And yes - I plug that into a plug adaptor which goes into the wall when I travel.
how does it offer surge protection when the wall plug doesn't have a ground? 🤔🤔🤔
That's a great question, and I just went down a rabbit hole of research about surge protection and grounding.
Turns out some surge protection devices - like this one - don't require grounding to function. It does this by transferring/distributing power so plugged-in devices don't get damaged if the voltage fluctuates or spikes. Similarly, the USB charging ports are temperature and short-circuit protected.
Now...will this do the same job as a fully dedicated and grounded surge protector? Perhaps not. I honestly don't know.
Short answer; it doesn't, not properly. Which I guess you already knew.
Longer answer; surge mitigation steps can be implemented, but without a ground more severe fluctuations will leak to neutral or force a path, causing fire.
Interestingly, the US lags behind in regulation and circuit protection. You'll find most countries have suitable GFCI or other breaker solutions that adequately protect your equipment if you're in developed areas.
It's a great device for travel, I'd buy one, but I'd stick to lower current devices and take surge protection claims with a pinch of salt.
Could not find another replacement for this.
Have this exact model for the last 6 years (replaced 2 units).
It's the best, isn't it? I haven't found anything that compares either.
@@NoraDunn yea. cos . i get worried of leaving my apple adapter behind somewhere. haha.
Mahalo for the awesome tip and info! Ordered two of um :) ...heading to Spain, Portugal.. any suggestions on a good travel adapter?
I hope you love it as much as I do! I never leave home without it.
As for a travel adapter, I tend to get whatever is available - my criteria is that it needs to accommodate any plug, and plug into any outlet. It needs to be in one unit, and as small as possible.
The one on this list is pretty good :-) - www.amazon.com/shop/theprofessionalhobo?listId=1X06ABR43NTNF&ref=cm_sw_tw_r_inf_list_pub_theprofessionalhobo_dp_v8wLiYz0e1UTc
@@NoraDunn Many thanks! finding other goodies on your list, mahalo!!
Do you ad an adapter to the bed to fit the outlet where you are?
Yes! Good catch.
Do you have an international adapter for that.
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Yes I do. I usually have a universal travel adapter on me. But any kind of adapter can work. On my last trip I was just in Europe, so I had a European plug adapter which was more compact than my universal one.
Hi Nora, I love that it has the longer cord (6 feet?) but I believe cruise ships do not allow cords with surge protectors. Do you recommend one that would be good for cruising?😊
Funny you should mention, I was just on a cruise! And I had no problem using this…
Cannot locate this travel tool on Amazon 😢
@@rhondillon5056 There are links in the description. Do they not work?
USB C port options for the power strip?
yes, 4 ports!
No there's not. Generally speaking you won't find Type C at this budget; especially if you're looking for QC and PD certified ports.
My advice, use a proper 65W Type C travel adapter for charging, and keep this as power extension and charging for your more standard 2.4A devices.
Maybe better talk with a technician bcause all you said is not true.
Save luggage space and fees with this FREE Travel Gear and Packing List CHEAT SHEET! bit.ly/3AFfiTq Includes special discount codes up to 25% off the things you need.