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Old 12-31-2017, 03:58 PM   #1
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Any recommendations on a 50 amp surge protector brand? Thank you

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Old 12-31-2017, 04:11 PM   #2
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Progressive Industries EMS-HW50C. Hard wired with monitor and bypass switch - life time warranty.
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Old 12-31-2017, 05:13 PM   #3
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Or the portable option, which we have.

Progressive Industries EMS-PT50X Portable RV Surge Protector - 50 Amp
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Old 12-31-2017, 07:32 PM   #4
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I use the Surge Guard 50A portable unit. Been happy with it.
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Old 12-31-2017, 09:27 PM   #5
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Portable Progressive EMS (what I've had for 10+ years) or hardwired, the main thing is GET ONE. Should be mandatory on all rvs.
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Progressive Industries EMS-HW50C. Hard wired with monitor and bypass switch - life time warranty.
Ditto
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Old 01-01-2018, 12:35 AM   #7
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Progressive Industries EMS-HW50C. Hard wired with monitor and bypass switch - life time warranty.
Ditto here to!

With the monitor mounted in the coach you can keep an eye on volts and amps on each leg of your input. Great piece of equipment!
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Old 01-01-2018, 01:09 AM   #8
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Thanks you all for the advice, Happy New Year
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Old 01-01-2018, 06:25 AM   #9
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Yup... Progressive Industries for the Win !
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Old 01-01-2018, 07:17 AM   #10
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Camco 50 amp surge protector

https://www.rvupgradestore.com/Power...-p/55-7099.htm
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Old 01-04-2018, 12:57 AM   #11
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Old 01-04-2018, 01:37 AM   #12
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We have the portable Progressive Industries EMS-PT50X. Works well, no issues so far. A little pricey though but one of the better units. One issue though might be theft while unattended.
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Not saying it cannot happen, but has anyone experienced a theft yet? Where did it happen?
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We use the Camco Dogbone 50Amp RV Circuit Analyzer. With the power grip handles, I use a cable lock through the holes on the handle, and wrapped around the campsite’s power pedestal, and a second short firearm cable lock secured through the holes on the female side,and through the handle on to the coach’s male power cable connector.... So I don’t give any further thought to theft.

I prefer the visual circuit analyzer type dogbone plugged into the power pedestal end of things, because I can plug in and test the power source quality BEFORE I apply power to the RV. If the indicators on the dogbone light up correctly, then it is safe to apply power to my rig.
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We have the portable Progressive Industries EMS-PT50X. Works well, no issues so far. A little pricey though but one of the better units. One issue though might be theft while unattended.
Ours came with a cable lock. Yes, someone can cut the lock or cable, but they won’t be walking off with it casually. They can also break into the Rav compartments, take the exterior TV, the on board generator, or go inside and take my GPS, TPMS, radios, etc. I haven’t heard of much campground theft when they have to cut or break in, mostly only crimes of opportunity.

Hopefully I never experience that, I tend to take it very personally when my stuff is stolen or vandalized.
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Old 01-04-2018, 12:33 PM   #16
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We use the Camco Dogbone 50Amp RV Circuit Analyzer. With the power grip handles, I use a cable lock through the holes on the handle, and wrapped around the campsite’s power pedestal, and a second short firearm cable lock secured through the holes on the female side,and through the handle on to the coach’s male power cable connector.... So I don’t give any further thought to theft.

I prefer the visual circuit analyzer type dogbone plugged into the power pedestal end of things, because I can plug in and test the power source quality BEFORE I apply power to the RV. If the indicators on the dogbone light up correctly, then it is safe to apply power to my rig.
I have always used the 30 amp version and I like it for the same reasons you gave. If someone really wants to commit theft, they can always do it but at least the way you secure yours is a deterrent from a quick grab.
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Old 10-12-2022, 01:44 AM   #17
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Any suggestions on what I should looking for in selecting a surge protector. I see prices for 50 amp models from just under $100.00 up to nearly $500.00. My experience is that I should not reject a $100 unit because it is cheap nor do I assUme a $500 unit is automatically better just because of the price. I suspect that the most expensive ones will have features that do little to add to the basic functionality. So, what should I be looking for in a Surge protector?
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Old 10-12-2022, 02:27 AM   #18
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Any suggestions on what I should looking for in selecting a surge protector. I see prices for 50 amp models from just under $100.00 up to nearly $500.00. My experience is that I should not reject a $100 unit because it is cheap nor do I assUme a $500 unit is automatically better just because of the price. I suspect that the most expensive ones will have features that do little to add to the basic functionality. So, what should I be looking for in a Surge protector?
I would suggest just reading this post from the beginning. Every option has been covered.
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Old 10-12-2022, 03:40 AM   #19
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Any suggestions on what I should looking for in selecting a surge protector. I see prices for 50 amp models from just under $100.00 up to nearly $500.00. My experience is that I should not reject a $100 unit because it is cheap nor do I assUme a $500 unit is automatically better just because of the price. I suspect that the most expensive ones will have features that do little to add to the basic functionality. So, what should I be looking for in a Surge protector?
DO NOT get just a surge protector, be sure it's an EMS (Electrical Management System).
A surge protector does exactly that & nothing more whereas the EMS will protect from about any & all electrical issues short of a direct lightning strike.
Doubt you'll find an EMS for a $100. As others have stated the Progressive Industries EMS, for whatever amp rating of your rv, is tough to beat & their customer service is second to none, they are a bit pricey but price a fridge, microwave, an A/C or 2 & a couple tvs, it's actually fairly cheap insurance.
Whether you chose a portable or hardwired is up to you. I used the portable daily on 3 different rvs fulltime for 10+ years all across the country, never locked it to a pedestal & never had it walk away.
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Old 10-13-2022, 09:54 PM   #20
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Do your own research and get what you need. I use a hardwired EMS because I don’t want to store and mess with a portable - or worry about someone stealing it. But some folks are happy with just a surge protector and many, perhaps most, people don’t use anything and get along just fine.
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