DarnJoe
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Does anybody use a lock on there portable surge protector? If so... How or what did you use?
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sremsing
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I did once, and saw that it was really a joke. Not much of a lock, and anyone with just a LITTLE determination would have no problem with it.
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imgoin4it
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Don't use a lock and have not had a problem.
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mlts22
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You can probably Superglue a fixture to use a Kensington lock slot onto it, then use a laptop security cable. That probably will provide the best theft deterrence, although any serious thief will have the cable cut in seconds.
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Bumpyroad
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mlts22 wrote:You can probably Superglue a fixture to use a Kensington lock slot onto it, then use a laptop security cable. That probably will provide the best theft deterrence, although any serious thief will have the cable cut in seconds.
yep those locks they sell to lock SP to cord are a joke, just cut the cord or steal both. I would epoxy a padlock hasp thingy on the back and use a strong cable/chain to lock up.
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ryanallie1
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Hi All.
Yes, we bought the Lock for our Surge Protecter at the same time. Thought it was a good idea. But lets face it, it only keeps "Honest People Honest" If a theif really wants it, he is going to get it no matter what you do to your Surge Protector. We mostly do Boondocking, so its not really a problem for us anyways. But here is another suggestion. For many many years, and we still do. We have always carried a spare 25 ft 30 AMP Power Cord. If we have to use a campground, I can always just use the spare power cord and keep the Surge Protector in the Compartment, or don't even bother and just plug it in. Another reason for the spare 30 AMP Power Cord, is that some camgrounds have their Power Poles so low to the ground, that a Protable Surge Protecter can not be plugged in at all. Just something for you to think about. Good Luck. Happy Travels. Dan & Jill
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ryanallie1 wrote:Hi All.
Yes, we bought the Lock for our Surge Protecter at the same time. Thought it was a good idea. But lets face it, it only keeps "Honest People Honest" If a theif really wants it, he is going to get it no matter what you do to your Surge Protector. We mostly do Boondocking, so its not really a problem for us anyways. But here is another suggestion. For many many years, and we still do. We have always carried a spare 25 ft 30 AMP Power Cord. If we have to use a campground, I can always just use the spare power cord and keep the Surge Protector in the Compartment, or don't even bother and just plug it in. Another reason for the spare 30 AMP Power Cord, is that some camgrounds have their Power Poles so low to the ground, that a Protable Surge Protecter can not be plugged in at all. Just something for you to think about. Good Luck. Happy Travels. Dan & Jill
We do the same except we bought a 15-20 foot 50A extension cord from CW when they were on sale. This way you can keep the surge protector if and when you trade your rig.
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retired4fun2002
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I have the lock, it's on, but question it's security worthiness. I curled the original cord up, hooked the surge guard to it, then have a 30 amp Extension Cord from Walmart, that it is run to the pole. My thought was "out of sight, out of mind" if someone had "light fingers." Safe travels.
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joe306tow@
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I have been pondering that very question. Is it better to buy a portable Surge protector and a Lock, or buy a hard wired surge protector?
After, taking into consideration my own uses, I have decided on the Hard Wired surge protector. Since my unit has a 30 Amp outlet leading from the Gen-set to the inside of the Service Line access, I plan on mounting the Surge Protector inside that area just below the Main Breaker Panel.
Wired between the Breaker Box and the Line Service Cord. This way whatever I plug the Line Service into, it is protected. Campsite, Gen-Set, Other Power Source.
Additionally, although a bit off topic. I feel that the "GFI" protectors being sold by the same company that makes Surge Protectors are worthless. They do not give enough protection for their expense. I believe that most RV's uses standard Breakers (House Type) and panels. You can purchase a high quality G.F.I. Breaker that will protect every outlet and Appliance in your RV without spending a fortune or risking inadequacy of a cheap GFI. In this case inadequacy equals possible shock or death.
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I opted for simple. I got a decent padlock where the hasp fit snugly around the cord on the portable EMS, then use a Kryptonite bike lock cable to secure it to the power pole, tree, whatever. I do the same thing with my 25' 30A extension cord. Could someone cut the 30A cord section that I have the lock around? Sure - but they end up with a useless EMS (or cord), until repaired, anyway. Foolproof, no. Deterrent, yes - but that is the idea. If it takes effort (which equals time), hopefully they will move on to an easier target. A thief with hacksaws and bolt cutters will likely be noticed in any CG that has hookups... Just my 2 cents... ST
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