Most people know that they should have surge protectors to protect their electronics (TV, home theater, computer) from surges that occur when the power comes back on after a blackout or from lightning strikes and other incidents that cause unwanted bursts of voltage. They usually buy an inexpensive unit for $25 or so, plug their stuff into it, and forget about it.
The problem is, these inexpensive surge protectors "sacrifice" their electronics with every surge. One big surge can render them useless; many small surges over a period of time can do the same. Once those sacrificial bits are killed, the unit becomes a simple power strip with no protective ability.
Manufacturers recommend replacing surge protectors after any big power event or every two years, which most people－by which I mean ME－don't do.
The Furman units like this one absorb surges without sacrificing the electronics, making them a good choice for people like me who want to plug it in and not think about it anymore. It's three or four times more expensive up front, but it should pay for itself over time, especially if it saves my equipment.
Then there's the power conditioning aspect. I read opinions about power conditioners varying from how essential it is to clean up the power from your outlet to opinions that conditioners are a waste of money. Some people say it depends on how dirty your power is, that dirty power can result in speaker hiss, and that cleaning up the power can give speakers more clarity and extend the life of your receiver. I don't know who to believe.
I have no idea how you're supposed to know how dirty your power is, but I do know that I can walk around my neighborhood and hear the power lines crackling overhead, so I figure it's pretty messed up. I'm happy to have power conditioning built into my surge protector. Can't hurt.
Other reviews talk about how BIG this unit is. In some photos it looks as big as a coffee table! It's big compared to cheap surge protectors but it still fits handily under my TV shelf and under my desk. I don't find the size to be a problem at all, and I appreciate the heft of this aluminum-clad unit.
Is it working? Heck if I know. I guess I'll find out sooner or later, but for now I'm betting on Furman's reputation and doing what I do best with surge protectors－I'm forgetting about it.
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Furman Power Conditioner PST-8
Furman’s Series Multi-Stage Protection (SMP) delivers the purest AC power and the most comprehensive protection available, going far beyond what is found in traditional surge strips. With Furman’s Power Station Series, everyone can reap the benefits of unrivaled power purification and unequalled surge protection.
For over 40 years, Furman has pioneered the development of AC power products for the most demanding audio, video, and broadcast professionals.
Today’s overworked, outdated power grid delivers poor quality AC power. When connecting sensitive equipment to regular power outlets, AC noise masks and distorts critical signal information which cripples performance. This is why it’s more important that ever to purify or clean the AC powering your sensitive audio/video equipment.
The PST-8 all feature Furman’s SMP circuit which incorporates Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT) and a high current TVZ-MOV to insure that any electronic device (including televisions, projectors, CD-DVD players, or computers) is fed clean, filtered AC power. This dramatically reduces noise, ensuring consistent peak performance from your equipment.
Typical AC filters feature antiquated non-linear circuits. Though these multiple stage filters or power cleaners reduce some noise, they do so unevenly. In fact, they can add noise to your power line due to their filter’s excessive resonant peaking. With Furman’s proprietary Linear Filtering Technology (LiFT), AC noise is suppressed evenly, assuring maximum performance from your system.
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| Sold By | Proaudiostar | Kellards | Kellards | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
| power outlets | 8 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 12 |
| number of ports | 8 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 6 |
| plug type | Type B | Type B | Type B | Type B | Type B |
| number of usb ports | 8 | 6 | — | 2 | 2 |
| amperage | 15 amps | 15 amps | — | 2.4 amps | 2.1 amps |
| voltage | 137 volts | 120 volts | — | 120 volts | 125 volts |
| maximum surge rating | — | — | 540 joules | 2160 joules | 4320 joules |
| material | — | Alloy Steel | Metal Construction,Steel | — | Plastic |
| compatible devices | Television, Projector, CD-DVD Player, Computer, Pro Audio Rig, Laptop, Projector, Radio, Air Conditioner, Television, Printer, DVD Player, MP3 Player, Home Theater, Light, E-Reader, Personal Computer, Smartphone, Router, Speaker, Camera, Monitor, Coffee Machine, Audio Sound System, Fan, Heater, Juicer | — | Light | Air Conditioner | Personal Computer |
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A Well Built Piece of Equipment
I use these to protect my cable modem, computer monitors, and computers. It's heavy, solid, and well built. I have one for my main, day to day computer, and one for my gaming rig, which is connected to a different electrical power circuit.This device doesn't produce sound, so I didn't rate Sound Quality.
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I use these to protect my cable modem, computer monitors, and computers. It's heavy, solid, and well built. I have one for my main, day to day computer, and one for my gaming rig, which is connected to a different electrical power circuit.
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