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	* Heavy-duty power cords		* Heavy-duty power cords
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			== Models In The Archive ==

			* [[Model No. 2371, 0728, 2174 Relocatable Power Tap]]

	== Related Pages ==		== Related Pages ==

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Created page with "= Power Strips = A power strip, also known as a relocatable power tap (RPT), is a device that provides multiple electrical receptacles from a single power cord and plug. Unlike surge protectors, power strips do not necessarily provide protection from voltage transients or electrical surges. Many power strips consist solely of outlets, internal wiring, and, in some cases, an integrated circuit breaker and power switch. == Overview == Power strips are commonly used in h..."

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= Power Strips =

A power strip, also known as a relocatable power tap (RPT), is a device that provides multiple electrical receptacles from a single power cord and plug. Unlike surge protectors, power strips do not necessarily provide protection from voltage transients or electrical surges. Many power strips consist solely of outlets, internal wiring, and, in some cases, an integrated circuit breaker and power switch.

== Overview ==

Power strips are commonly used in homes, offices, workshops, entertainment systems, and information technology environments where additional power outlets are required. They are available in a wide range of outlet counts, cord lengths, and configurations.

== Characteristics ==

* Multiple AC receptacles supplied from a single plug
* Typically rated for 15A, 125V AC in North America
* May include a resettable circuit breaker
* May include a power switch
* Available in a variety of outlet counts and cord lengths
* Usually classified as a relocatable power tap (RPT)
* Do not necessarily provide surge suppression

== Power Strips vs. Surge Protectors ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Feature
! Power Strip
! Surge Protector
|-
| Multiple Outlets
| Yes
| Yes
|-
| Circuit Breaker
| Often
| Often
|-
| Surge Protection
| No
| Yes
|-
| Indicator LEDs
| Rare
| Common
|-
| Telephone/Coax Protection
| No
| Sometimes
|}

== Common Features ==

* Integrated power switch
* Resettable thermal circuit breaker
* Wall-mount slots
* Right-angle plugs
* Heavy-duty power cords
* Metal or plastic enclosures

== Related Pages ==

* [[Surge Protectors]]
* [[UPS Systems]]
* [[Extension Cords]]

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