I know this has nothing to do with the truck. I need a surge protector for my camper 30 AMP. Any recommendations? I have been reading about these things for a couple of days and it's hard to decide which ones really work. I don't think I want a cheap one but one of the more expensive ones that cover low/high voltage as well as surge and when things are wired properly.

 

I can't help you, other than I know the good ones are pricey, but posting the question here http://www.rvforum.net will probably get you more input than you can handle.

 

http://www.progressiveindustries.net/

Best best best!!!!!!!!

I got the hard wired model and works like a charm!
Great service too

 

generator or plug in site....most new generators have built in fuse protection... my Briggs does..

 

I have a Progressive Industries 30a one, used it on a Class C and now on my TT, dont remember the model # but was around $200 or so 3 yrs ago. It plugs into the power pole, checks for open grounds/incorrect wiring, surges, etc., I wait for it to run all of its "tests", it will indicate any error codes, then plug the TT power cord into the EMS. If there is a surge or drop in power, it will shut off the power to the RV, and reset when things stabilize again.

 

Your TT should have built-in surge protection in the form of breakers or fuses... My TT is old-school but I have an actual household breaker box connected directly to the shore-power plug. My 12v converter/charger also has a 20A fuse right were the power comes into it.

Why the need for an additional surge protector?

 

I have one of these that I bought 2 years ago and have been very happy with it. I've never seen it trip so we've been pretty lucky:

 

I don't spend a lot of time in RV parks so wen the cheap route. Basic protection on the rare instances I end up on a power pedestal. If the LEDS don't show correct wiring, I don't plug in and report the issue to park management.


One of these days I may get a hard wired surge protector form Surge Guard or EMS from Progressive

but while I'm still enjoying the dry camping.... I see no need for a permanent install and that's a couple hundred extra for other things.

 

That's not surge protection. Breakers and fuses provide overcurrent protection. Surge suppressors will send power spikes to a device (usually a MOV) to absorb it and not destroy sensitive devices (i.e. electronics).

I went with a Progressive Industries EMS-HW30C for my tent trailer. I wanted it hard mounted so it wouldn't be tempting for a thief. This device provides more than just surge protection. The won't work correctly with most generators as they will see an open neutral-ground connection. There's a bypass switch in case this is an issue. Or some people make a plug that bonds the neutral to ground via the standard outlet on the generator.

 

Ah, for like lightning strikes? I don't really have anything "electronic" in my TT. Powerlines at my house and campgrounds are underground too, so the chances of lightning hitting them between taller objects like trees and buildings and landing directly on the ground where lines are underneath is slim to none... Never had it happen yet! knock on wood