• How large can power surges get?
  • Why are surges more of a problem in recent years?
  • How do cable, data, and telephone line surges differ from power line surges?
  • Do standby generators cause surges?
  • Do surges occur when there’s a power outage or brownout?
  • What type of equipment can be damaged by surges?
  • Experts say that surge protectors can cause damage to motherboards and data cards, and scramble data sent to interconnected computers, printers and modems. How does this happen, and how can I avoid these problems?
  • Why do you recommend preceding an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) with a Zero Surge power quality filter?
  • Why can’t I have a longer cord (or use an extension cord)?
  • Does surge induced damage occur all at once or over a period of time?