I believe everyone has heard from their parents when they were young that they should unplug large appliances when thunderstorms strike. However, many people still have a fluke mentality, thinking that they are hiding at home and protected by lightning rods, and lightning has no power at all. In fact, lightning may indeed hit home appliances, causing the appliances on the plugs to be “destroyed” collectively.
Now many families have voltage protector outlet, which can not only enjoy leisure time in peace on thunderstorms, but also protect home appliances. So this article tells you what components the automatic voltage protector AVP consists of.
Voltage protector outlet assembly
Socket:
Introduction：
The part fixed to the wall that receives input power from the power supply (receives input voltage from the power supply).
Features:
It is connected to the voltage protection circuit. It may have a protection indicator light to show the working status.
Plug
Function:
Connects to the power cord of an appliance and obtains protected power after being plugged into a socket.
Features:
Usually matched with household appliances, easy to plug and unplug, it draws protected output power.
Indicator lights
Function:
Shows the working status of the device, usually including power indicator and protection status indicator.
Features:
It is convenient for users to understand the working status of the protector.
Casing
Function:
Protects internal components and ensures safe use.
Features:
Usually made of high temperature resistant and insulating materials.
Internal wire
The internal wire is the core part of the socket. It introduces the current in the power cord into the socket, and then outputs the current through the pin for the power supply. The material of the internal wire is generally copper or silver, with good conductivity and corrosion resistance.
Pin
The pin is the part of the socket that inputs and outputs electrical energy. Its number and position are closely related to the size and shape of the plug. The material of the pin is generally copper alloy or steel, with good conductivity and wear resistance.
Mounting plate
The mounting plate is the basis for the installation of the socket. It can connect the socket shell and the wires on the wall and the ground. The material of the mounting plate is generally steel plate or plastic plate, with good stability and durability.
Protection circuit
Function:
Monitor input voltage, identify excessive voltage fluctuations, and absorb excess voltage through internal circuits such as transient suppressors, fuses, or circuit breakers.
Features:
Provide overvoltage protection and overload protection to ensure equipment safety.
Input Voltage:
The wall socket provides voltage to the protector, which is the power that enters the socket from the power source.
Source: The input to the voltage protector socket comes from the wall socket of the home power grid, usually alternating current (AC) voltage.
Features: The input voltage is generally between 220V or 110V, depending on the power system in the area.
Output Voltage:
After processing, the socket provides a stable and protected voltage to the connected plug, which is delivered to the connected device.
Processed: The protection circuit inside the voltage protector monitors and processes the input voltage to ensure that the output voltage is safe and stable.
Features: The output voltage is also AC and remains consistent with the input voltage, but in the event of excessive voltage, the protection circuit will cut off the output to prevent damage to the device.
Relationship between input and output voltage
Protection mechanism: If the input voltage exceeds the set safety threshold, the protection circuit will start and cut off the power supply to ensure that the output voltage does not cause damage to the connected device.
Stability: Under normal working conditions, the output voltage should be stable and remain within the safe range to ensure the normal operation of the appliance.
Voltage protector outlets typically act as an intermediary between a wall outlet and a device plug. Voltage protector outlets are designed to protect connected devices from voltage surges and spikes.
With built-in surge protection, they may also include the following features:
※ Surge protection: Protects devices from high voltage transients.
※ Overload protection: Cuts off power if current exceeds safe limits, preventing overheating and potential fire.
※ Equipment protection: Protects electronic devices from damage from power spikes.
※ Safety features: Provides additional electrical safety protection, reducing the risk of fire.
※ Protection circuitry: There are components inside the voltage protector that detect and respond to voltage surges, absorbing excess voltage to prevent damage.
The socket is for “output” voltage, and the plug is for “input” voltage, and they are collectively called sockets.The outlet provides voltage (usually AC), and the plug connects to an appliance or device, allowing the appliance to use the voltage provided by the outlet.
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