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Does Size Matter when it comes to a UPS?

Regardless of what UPS you use, you will have less than 10 minutes to shut down equipment should your power fail. The power that a UPS is able to produce depends on it’s VA rating. This alone, however, will not determine how much power you will get out of the unit. Rather, how much equipment you have connected to it will give you a good indication. This is known as the ‘load’. As an example, one computer, running a single monitor would have a load of less than 300 VA yet requires a unit of 650VA to have enough time to close your work down and turn the computer off safely should power fail.

This means that the amount of equipment that you need to run, and the power that equipment draws, determines the size of the UPS you will need. Power Shield has a full range of UPS products to meet different requirements ranging from 650 to 100,000 VA and we can help you determine what product will best suit your needs. For those with specific requirements, we also have an online tool that can help you determine the best Power Shield UPS for you. http://usg.powershield.com.au/.

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What Should You Look For In A Surge Protector?

Whilst UPSs guard against over and under voltages, surge boards are limited to only guarding against over voltages, specifically spikes and surges. A good surge protector will quickly clamp, not allowing the spike to reach your equipment, keeping it safe. Most surge boards are self-sacrificing meaning that they will fail to work after absorbing a surge. This is a good thing as PowerShield surge boards retail for way under the $100 mark but can protect equipment that is much more expensive. Some surge boards come with a Connected Equipment warranty which guarantees your equipment if it is connected to the PowerShield surge board.

Read more about our Surge Protection here.

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What Should You Look For In A Surge Protector?

Whilst UPSs guard against over and under voltages, surge boards are limited to only guarding against over voltages, specifically spikes and surges. A good surge protector will quickly clamp, not allowing the spike to reach your equipment, keeping it safe. Most surge boards are self-sacrificing meaning that they will fail to work after absorbing a surge. This is a good thing as PowerShield surge boards retail for way under the $100 mark but can protect equipment that is much more expensive. Some surge boards come with a Connected Equipment warranty, which guarantees your equipment if it is connected to the PowerShield surge board.

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Surge Protector vs UPS?

Most people are aware of the damage that even low fluctuations in power can cause in electrical equipment, but what is the best option for protection?

A UPS guards against both under and over voltages. Power boards only protect against spikes and surges (quick over voltages).

A surge protector may well be all that you need, ensuring that only a designated amount of power reaches your equipment. Power Shield offer them as single units in the ZapGuard Surge Board.

A UPS will also regulate the power to your equipment, but will also provide a backup power supply for a limited time, should the power actually go out. This gives you time to shut down equipment such as computers safely and also give you time to save work.

To find the right Power Protection for your equipment, visit our products page https://powershield.com.au/products/ or contact your local distributor. https://powershield.com.au/where-to-buy/

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What Are The Chances of A Lightening Strike..?

According to Australian Geographic, Australians have about one in 1.6 million chance of physically getting struck by lightening, but its safe to say most people are aware that a massive surge of electricity can kill valuable electronic equipment in a literal flash. It’s not only the surges that are a concern however, just the common ups and downs of power supply can damage your equipment. Power fluctuations happen frequently and over the long-term this can cause damage and weaken components, eventually leading to failure.

So if these power fluctuations can happen at any time, what is the best way to avoid your equipment being damaged beyond repair?

The easy answer is, using good quality power surge protection, although there are many choices available once you look. The other good news is, it doesn’t necessarily need to cost you much money to get good protection. More money will get you more features such as outlets, user replaceable batteries, LCD screen, etc, but it doesn’t necessarily mean stronger protection.

Power Shield specialise in power protection and have designed and tested their products based on Australian conditions. With a large range of power protective devises available, you will be sure to find the right way to protect your valuable equipment.

You can find our products through our Valued Distributors here in Australia and overseas. Visit them or speak to a representative to find out how you can get protection.

https://powershield.com.au/where-to-buy/