Universal

Universal

Universal was a private-label office products brand commonly sold through office supply dealers and catalogs during the 1990s and early 2000s.

In addition to traditional office products, the brand marketed computer accessories and power-protection products, including surge protectors and telephone-line protectors.

Universal surge protectors were typically marketed toward home and office computer users and were sold through office supply retailers.

Product Comparison

Thumbnail	Model	Date	Outlets	Cord Length	Weight	Telephone Protection	Transformer Outlet	Power Shut Down Protection	VPR	Article
	71632	1998	6	6 ft	15.3 oz (434 g)	No	No	Yes	330 V	Universal 71632
	71637	1998	6	6 ft	1 lb 3.7 oz (557 g)	Yes	No	Yes	330 V	Universal 71637
	71641	2004	6	6 ft	TBD	No	Yes	Yes	330 V	Universal 71641 (Yellowed Example)

The documented Universal surge protectors illustrate the evolution of the company's product line between 1998 and 2004.

The 71632 and 71637 share a common 330 V suppression rating and Power Shut Down Protection feature. The primary distinction between those models is the addition of telephone-line protection in the 71637.

By 2004, the 71641 introduced a dedicated transformer-spaced outlet while retaining the same 330 V suppression rating and Power Shut Down Protection philosophy. Internal examination also suggests a revised and more substantial surge-suppression assembly than the designs documented in the earlier models.

Known Products

• Universal 71637 (1998)
• Universal 71632 (1998)
• Universal 71641 (Yellowed Example) (2004)

See Also

• Surge Protectors