APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 (4Z0842P07546) - Revision history

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Specifications

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	** Neutral-to-Ground (N-G): 330 V		** Neutral-to-Ground (N-G): 330 V

	* Power Cord Length: Approximately 6 ft (1.8 m)		* Power Cord:
	* ~~Power Cord~~ Type: SJT		** Length: Approximately 6 ft (1.8 m)
	* Conductors: 3 × 2.08 mm² (approximately 14 AWG)		** Type: SJT
	* ~~Cord~~ Voltage Rating: 300 V		** Conductors: 3 × 2.08 mm² (approximately 14 AWG)
	* ~~Cord~~ Temperature Rating: 60°C		** Voltage Rating: 300 V
	* UL File Number ~~(Cord)~~: E159216		** Temperature Rating: 60°C
	* ~~Cord Manufacturer: Baohing~~		** Manufacturer: Baohing
	* Plug Certification File Number: E56406		** UL File Number: E159216
			** Plug Certification File Number: E56406

	* Weight: 1 lb 9.9 oz (734 g)		* Weight: 1 lb 9.9 oz (734 g)


	== Weight ==		== Weight ==

PowerPig at 10:18, 13 October 2026

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	* The outlet closest to the power-cord entry appears relatively unused.		* The outlet closest to the power-cord entry appears relatively unused.

	The PRO7 utilizes a six-foot SJT-rated power cord terminated with a right-angle grounded attachment plug.		The PRO7 utilizes a six-foot SJT-rated power cord terminated with a right-angle grounded attachment plug. Cord markings identify the cable as a Baohing-manufactured assembly bearing UL file number E159216 and marked SJT, 3 × 2.08 mm² (approximately 14 AWG), 300 V, and 60°C. The right-angle plug is intended to sit close to the wall surface; however, when used with receptacles installed in the grounding-pin-up orientation, the cord exits upward before bending downward, making it somewhat less convenient than many modern right-angle plug designs.

	Cord markings identify the cable as a ~~three~~-~~conductor~~ 2.08 mm² (approximately 14 AWG) ~~cord rated for~~ 300 ~~volts~~ and 60°C ~~operation~~.

	The ~~power cord appears to have been manufactured by Baohing and carries both UL and CSA approval markings.~~

	~~The PRO7 utilizes a~~ right-angle ~~grounded~~ plug intended to sit close to the wall surface~~. When~~ used with receptacles installed in the grounding-pin-up orientation, the cord exits upward before bending downward, making it somewhat less convenient than many modern right-angle plug designs.

	The underside incorporates two keyhole-style mounting slots that support either horizontal or vertical mounting orientations.		The underside incorporates two keyhole-style mounting slots that support either horizontal or vertical mounting orientations.

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	~~= APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 (4Z0842P07546) =~~

	~~[[File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_main_01.jpg\|thumb\|center\|400px\|APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 (4Z0842P07546).]]~~

	~~== Overview ==~~

	The '''APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7''' is a seven-outlet surge protector manufactured by APC.		The '''APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7''' is a seven-outlet surge protector manufactured by APC.

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	Unlike the 2017 APC PRO7 specimen documented by the OldSurge Archive, this example exhibits substantial enclosure yellowing while remaining complete and operational.		Unlike the 2017 APC PRO7 specimen documented by the OldSurge Archive, this example exhibits substantial enclosure yellowing while remaining complete and operational.

	~~The documented example~~ provides an informative comparison with the later 2017 PRO7 specimen documented elsewhere in the archive, illustrating changes in enclosure aging, circuit-board revisions, and long-term service characteristics.		This unit provides an informative comparison with the later 2017 PRO7 specimen documented elsewhere in the archive, illustrating changes in enclosure aging, circuit-board revisions, and long-term service characteristics.

			[[File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_main_01.jpg\|thumb\|center\|400px\|APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 (4Z0842P07546).]]

	== Documented Example ==		== Documented Example ==

PowerPig at 16:45, 22 September 2026

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	Unlike the underside of the enclosure, which has largely retained its original color, the upper housing exhibits substantial discoloration, suggesting that long-term environmental exposure played a major role in the aging process.		Unlike the underside of the enclosure, which has largely retained its original color, the upper housing exhibits substantial discoloration, suggesting that long-term environmental exposure played a major role in the aging process.

	The pattern of ~~discoloration~~ suggests:		The resulting discoloration pattern provides a visual record of long-term usage and environmental aging and suggests:

	* One two-prong device occupied the outlet nearest the end opposite the power-cord entry.		* One two-prong device occupied the outlet nearest the end opposite the power-cord entry.
	* Multiple grounded three-prong devices occupied the adjacent outlets.		* Multiple grounded three-prong devices occupied the adjacent outlets.
	* The outlet closest to the power-cord entry appears relatively unused.		* The outlet closest to the power-cord entry appears relatively unused.

	~~The resulting discoloration pattern provides a visual record of long-term usage and environmental aging.~~

	The PRO7 utilizes a six-foot SJT-rated power cord terminated with a right-angle grounded attachment plug.		The PRO7 utilizes a six-foot SJT-rated power cord terminated with a right-angle grounded attachment plug.

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	Unlike the 2017 APC PRO7 specimen documented by the OldSurge Archive, this example exhibits substantial enclosure yellowing while remaining complete and operational.		Unlike the 2017 APC PRO7 specimen documented by the OldSurge Archive, this example exhibits substantial enclosure yellowing while remaining complete and operational.

			The documented example provides an informative comparison with the later 2017 PRO7 specimen documented elsewhere in the archive, illustrating changes in enclosure aging, circuit-board revisions, and long-term service characteristics.

	== Documented Example ==		== Documented Example ==
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	== Specifications ==		== Specifications ==

	* OldSurge ID: OS-0011
	* Manufacturer: APC		* Manufacturer: APC
	* Product Family: SurgeArrest Professional		* Product Family: SurgeArrest Professional
	* Model: PRO7
	* Serial Number: 4Z0842P07546
	* Manufacturing Date: September 2008
	* Country of Origin: Philippines		* Country of Origin: Philippines
	* Device Type: Surge Protector		* Device Type: Surge Protector
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	* Weight: 1 lb 9.9 oz (734 g)		* Weight: 1 lb 9.9 oz (734 g)


			== Weight ==

			The documented example weighs approximately 1 lb 9.9 oz (734 g).

			[[File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_weight_01.jpg\|center\|600px\|APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 on a digital scale.]]

	== Physical Description ==		== Physical Description ==
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	The APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 utilizes a rounded upper housing and a flat outlet section containing seven grounded outlets.		The APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 utilizes a rounded upper housing and a flat outlet section containing seven grounded outlets.

	The documented example exhibits significant yellowing across most exposed enclosure surfaces. Areas surrounding several receptacles have retained noticeably lighter coloration where plugs appear to have remained installed for extended periods.		The documented example exhibits significant yellowing across most exposed enclosure surfaces. Areas surrounding several receptacles have retained noticeably lighter coloration where plugs appear to have remained installed for extended periods. The resulting discoloration pattern provides a visual record of long-term usage and environmental aging.

			Unlike the underside of the enclosure, which has largely retained its original color, the upper housing exhibits substantial discoloration, suggesting that long-term environmental exposure played a major role in the aging process.

	The pattern of discoloration suggests:		The pattern of discoloration suggests:
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	The resulting discoloration pattern provides a visual record of long-term usage and environmental aging.		The resulting discoloration pattern provides a visual record of long-term usage and environmental aging.

	Unlike the underside of the enclosure, which has largely retained its original color, the upper housing exhibits significant yellowing. The difference may be attributable to environmental exposure, ultraviolet light, heat, or differences in plastic formulation between the enclosure halves.

	The PRO7 utilizes a six-foot SJT-rated power cord terminated with a right-angle grounded attachment plug.		The PRO7 utilizes a six-foot SJT-rated power cord terminated with a right-angle grounded attachment plug.
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	Unlike the 2017 PRO7 documented by the archive, the Protection Working indicator on this specimen appears noticeably dimmer during operation. The Site Wiring Fault indicator remained unlit when connected to a properly wired receptacle.		Unlike the 2017 PRO7 documented by the archive, the Protection Working indicator on this specimen appears noticeably dimmer during operation. The Site Wiring Fault indicator remained unlit when connected to a properly wired receptacle.

			Comparison with the 2017 PRO7 specimen demonstrates that APC revised the suppression circuitry during the production life of the PRO7 while retaining the same overall mechanical architecture and feature set.

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	File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_testing_polaritygrounding_02.jpg\|Outlet tester indicating correct wiring and grounding.		File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_testing_polaritygrounding_02.jpg\|Outlet tester indicating correct wiring and grounding.
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	~~== Weight ==~~

	~~The documented example weighs approximately 1 lb 9.9 oz (734 g).~~

	~~[[File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_weight_01.jpg\|center\|600px\|APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 on a digital scale.]]~~

	== Condition Upon Acquisition ==		== Condition Upon Acquisition ==
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	File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_reassembly_01.jpg\|Color difference between enclosure components during reassembly.		File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_reassembly_01.jpg\|Color difference between enclosure components during reassembly.
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			[[Category:Surge Protectors]]

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	Unlike the 2017 APC PRO7 specimen documented by the OldSurge Archive, this example exhibits substantial enclosure yellowing while remaining complete and operational.		Unlike the 2017 APC PRO7 specimen documented by the OldSurge Archive, this example exhibits substantial enclosure yellowing while remaining complete and operational.

			== Weight ==

			The documented example weighs approximately 1 lb 9.9 oz (734 g).

			[[File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_weight_01.jpg\|center\|600px\|APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 on a digital scale.]]

	== Physical Description ==		== Physical Description ==
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	* Height:		* Height:
	** Approximately 1.75 in (4.4 cm)		** Approximately 1.75 in (4.4 cm)
	* Power Cord Length: Approximately 6 ft (1.8 m)
	* Electrical Rating: 120 VAC, 15 A, 50/60 Hz		* Electrical Rating: 120 VAC, 15 A, 50/60 Hz
	* UL 1363 Power Tap		* UL 1363 Power Tap
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	* Cord Manufacturer: Baohing		* Cord Manufacturer: Baohing
	* Plug Certification File Number: E56406		* Plug Certification File Number: E56406
			* Weight: 1 lb 9.9 oz (734 g)

	== Testing ==		== Testing ==

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	The overall architecture remains similar to later PRO7 examples but appears to utilize an earlier revision of APC's suppression circuitry.		The overall architecture remains similar to later PRO7 examples but appears to utilize an earlier revision of APC's suppression circuitry.

			The APC PRO7 incorporates both surge suppression and line-noise filtering.

			Visible components include:

			* Multiple MOV surge suppressors
			* EMI/RFI filtering choke
			* X2 safety capacitor
			* Protection-status indicator circuitry
			* Site-wiring-fault indicator circuitry

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	File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_busbar_circuitboard_01.jpg\|Outlet bus bars and suppression circuit board.		File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_busbar_circuitboard_01.jpg\|Outlet bus bars and suppression circuit board.
	File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_switchandbreaker_01.jpg\|Cord-entry wiring, switch, and breaker assembly.		File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_switchandbreaker_01.jpg\|Cord-entry wiring, switch, and breaker assembly.
	~~File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_datewheels_01.jpg\|Internal date-code wheels indicating September 2008 manufacture.~~
	File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_circuitboardunder_01.jpg\|Suppression circuitry and 2002 APC board marking.		File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_circuitboardunder_01.jpg\|Suppression circuitry and 2002 APC board marking.
	File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_circuitboarddetail_01.jpg\|Underside of the suppression circuit board.		File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_circuitboarddetail_01.jpg\|Underside of the suppression circuit board.
			File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_datewheels_01.jpg\|Internal date wheels indicating September 2008 manufacture.
			File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_circuitboardunder_02.jpg\|Suppression circuitry with LEDs, MOVs, and filtering components.
			File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_circuitboardunder_detail_01.jpg\|Close-up of surge-suppression and filtering components.
			File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_reassembly_01.jpg\|Color difference between enclosure components during reassembly.
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 Comparison with the 2017 PRO7 specimen suggests that APC retained the same overall mechanical architecture while revising portions of the circuit-board design during the product's production life.
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 File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_busbar_circuitboard_01.jpg|Outlet bus bars and suppression circuit board.
 File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_switchandbreaker_01.jpg|Cord-entry wiring, switch, and breaker assembly.
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 == Documented Example ==

PowerPig at 16:19, 22 September 2026

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	Inspection of the documented example revealed dust accumulation and cosmetic contamination consistent with long-term use, but no obvious signs of overheating, melted components, or catastrophic electrical failure.		Inspection of the documented example revealed dust accumulation and cosmetic contamination consistent with long-term use, but no obvious signs of overheating, melted components, or catastrophic electrical failure.

			The PRO7 utilizes a combined power-switch and circuit-breaker assembly located near the power-cord entry point.

			As observed in the 2017 PRO7 specimen documented elsewhere in the archive, the outlet bus bars become partially displaced when the enclosure halves are separated. Reassembly requires proper seating of the bus bars within their molded supports before the housing can be closed correctly.

			The stamped brass bus-bar system distributes power to all outlet-contact assemblies while the suppression circuitry and monitoring functions are concentrated on the printed circuit board.

			Comparison with the 2017 PRO7 specimen suggests that APC retained the same overall mechanical architecture while revising portions of the circuit-board design during the product's production life.

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	File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_toppanel_left_01.jpg\|Upper housing outlet supports and structural details.		File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_toppanel_left_01.jpg\|Upper housing outlet supports and structural details.
	File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_toppanel_cordentry_01.jpg\|Control-section housing details.		File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_toppanel_cordentry_01.jpg\|Control-section housing details.
			File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_switchbreakerclose_01.jpg\|Circuit breaker and rocker-switch assembly.
			File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_busbar_circuitboard_01.jpg\|Outlet bus bars and suppression circuit board.
			File:surge_APC_Pro7_2008_4Z0842P07546_teardown_switchandbreaker_01.jpg\|Cord-entry wiring, switch, and breaker assembly.
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	== Documented Example ==		== Documented Example ==