Power Management - worth it?

[Salrod]

I used to believe all power strips and surge protectors were a rip off. Then, we had a large power surge. We (and neighbors) lost tv's refrigerators, spas, computers, etc. Every electronic devise I had on surge-protected power strips survived with no damage, although every power strip was destroyed. But one tv and a dvd player were plugged in directly and were fried. Now, I am wondering if the more expensive Home Theater Power Management boxes are wroth the higher cost. I'm thinking of spending a lot ($250) on a Panamax box but don't know if they are really any better than the much less expensive power strips. Comments would be appreciated.

 

[navychop]

IMHO, yes. Better ones include line conditioning. May increase lifespan of equipment.

 

[teachsac]

Yes. I have used Panamax for years.

S~

 

[mike123abc]

Yes I have all my electronics on surge protectors or UPS.

 

[Salrod]

Thanks guys. I'll install the Panamax this week.