Surge Suppressor

[anthem4us]

What type of units has anybody been using to protect their coaches? Are they hard wired or are the portable ones better. Also would a Hughes Auto Transformer do any good for protection

Larry 2013 anthem

[brobox]

Here you go, lots of great help. http://www.irv2.com/forums/f278/prog...0c-268679.html

[UFO Pilot]

Originally Posted by brobox

Here you go, lots of great help. http://www.irv2.com/forums/f278/prog...0c-268679.html

I currently have a Permanent Surge Guard Hardwire - 120-240V/50A - 50 Amp

But will replace it with the Progressive one soon. I like the hi/lo voltage protection and the lifetime warranty on the Progressive.

[TurboDaveTX]

Installed hard wired surge protector Brobox is using. Seems to be working well!

[Old Radios]

Also use the Progressive. Even use it parked in the garage. RV is plugged into it all winter.

[DeeGee]

Progressive is the way to go. No regrets. Fits in the bay just fine.

[ItsWhatWeDo]

I have purchased the Surge protector, but am having a tough time finding the section of power cord to wire it in. I was hoping to just get 2' of 50 amp cord. Anyone have a suggestion?

[DeeGee]

I bought mine at Home Depot. They have 4 conductor 6 gauge wire on spools, and will sell any length you want. I bought 3 feet; they cut it a little long and it was barely enough. About $6 a foot.

[UFO Pilot]

I bought this kit to install mine


I made it into a portable so it could be removed easily for repair.

I purchased it from Tweetys.com but it is available from others.

[Cruzer]

It's true that you need a better surge protector with decent low/high voltage protection. I've had the Progressive on my last two coaches and they are the best.

I chose to go a different route this time. I replaced the existing TRC 41260 transfer switch with a 40250-RVC transfer switch. It's a more robust transfer switch plus has surge and voltage protection equal to the Progressive. I chose this method for three reasons. One, I preferred replacing the transfer switch, which isn't known for being bullet proof with the better switch that had 60 amp shock mounted contactors versus 50 amp rigid mounted contactors. Two, I didn't want to add another component to an already full compartment so replacing the existing switch didn't take any extra room. Three, it has RVC network capability and I plan to expand that into a total coach control system upgrade a bit later.

However, for anyone just looking for a good add-on protector, the EMS 50C-HW is as good as they get and the company that backs it is excellent.