Surge Protectors (EMS)
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When you’re connected to shore power or a generator, it’s very important to use a surge protector.
A basic surge protector doesn’t actively monitor the incoming power like an EMS version It disconnects the power for low or high voltage. This is a very important feature and will protect your appliances and devices in the trailer.
Form Factors
Portable
Pros
– Can test the wiring at the pole before parking the trailer.
Cons
– Can be lost, stolen or left at home.
– No wiring involved
Hardwired
Pros
– Can’t be stolen, lost or left at home.
Cons
– Involves wiring the unit inside the trailer and finding a good spot to mount it.
30 Amp
Progressive Industries EMS-PT-30X
– portable
Progressive Industries EMS-HW30-C
Hughes Autoformer PWD30-EPO
w/ Bluetooth
– portable
Hughes Autoformer PWD30-EPO-H
w/ Bluetooth
– hardwired
50 Amp
Progressive Industries EMS-PT50X
– portable
Progressive Industries EMS-HW50C
– hardwired
Hughes Autoformers PWD50-EPO
w/ Bluetooth
– portable
Hughes Autoformers PWD50-EPO-H
w/ Bluetooth
– hardwired
Replacement Surge Modules
Note: Hughes Autoformer models only
30 amp surge protectors
50 amp surge protectors