Energenie ENER017 Master/Slave Energy Saving 6-Gang Extension

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It does have eight AC outlets, two on each side, and each pair has its on/off button to help save energy and help you save money on your energy bill. Plus there are three USB Type-A and one USB-C ports. The only thing is that those ports are only on one side so anyone needing access to them would have to do some sort of maneuvering, especially if there are several electronics and devices already plugged in. Manufacturers of surge protectors certify their devices and measure their effectiveness, giving them a rating in Joules which is the amount of energy they can filter, and also its clamp voltage, which is the threshold. Put simply, the more joules, the better protection and the longer your surge protector will do its job. Pros: Reliable app with good features; easy to set up Cons: Quite large; energy monitoring costs more There are two switches to control the front six outlets plus the USB ports and another to control the further six outlets, which adds to the safety and energy-saving features of the unit itself.

Please feel free to read all about how the product works below, and be sure to explore our other ENERGY SAVING PRODUCTS If a lead doesn’t have this you should really avoid it as it will be unsafe to use as you won’t know what its energy capacity will be when you’re plugging devices into it. Are extension leads safe? Whether you want to do your part to lower your carbon footprint, improve the comfort your home, or maybe you are looking for ways to reduce your energy bills, adding an extension can be the perfect time to consider the other options to improve your home’s overall energy efficiency. The big difference with an outdoor plug is that it should be outdoor rated - and this one is, but only up to IP44. This means you can't drop it in the pool (which hopefully you weren’t planning on) but it also won't hold up under a heavy downpour. It will handle temperature extremes though, from -10°C up to a balmy 40°C. The plug is really designed as an accessory to add lamps to your Wiz smart lighting setup – and the app has a circadian rhythm feature where you can set all your Wiz lights to help you relax or wakeup. But you can put anything you want into this compact smart plug and turn it on or off, set a schedule for it or create a scene. There’s also a vacation mode that will simulate presence for you.It could even stand on a desktop and not be too obtrusive and you would also be able to take advantage of the five USB ports for direct charging of devices. The first thing you’ll notice about this product is the long leash (25m) which makes it the ideal power source for electrical garden equipment. The lead will extend the reach of mowers, strimmers and trimmers so you can get complete coverage and extend your working area. It is a little basic in terms of its line of protection, but you are getting three layers here - just enough to protect your kitchen appliances and small electronics at home. And its six foot cord means that it's a little more versatile in its location. We wouldn't recommend using this to regularly power your PC or laptop, however, as it won't offer enough protection if a surge does happen.

Based in China, Meross began life in 2016, set up by former Microsoft and TP-Link peeps, and they’ve been quietly churning out quality smart home products that work with Alexa, Google, SmartThings, and IFTTT, as well as Apple’s HomeKit for a few quid more, ever since. Home extensions are an attractive idea: they add space and value, plus often improve the look of a place. But a bigger home means more space to heat, which could increase costs and carbon dioxide (CO 2) emissions. We look at how you can achieve the spacious and warm rooms you want, while adding long-term energy efficiency measures as you extend. Speaking of HomeKit, Eve used to be the gold standard (and one of the few options) when it comes to the Apple smart home ecosystem, and while there’s more competition now, it’s still the best option if you want energy monitoring. The octagonal shape means that cable distribution is much easier so that everything will look much neater and you won’t have too much cable riot going on.For the technically inclined who want to know: it’s small electronic components called Metal Oxide Varistors, or MOVs for short, which are more often used for this filtering of surges. Other types of filters are gas discharge arrestors which are often seen in antenna protectors, but most of the time, MOVs are used, often in combination with other components like capacitors. The bright colour means that it’s always easy to locate and the carry handle makes for ease of use when working outdoors and the spindle is efficient so you don’t have to waste time sorting out lots of unruly cord tangles as you move around the garden. Ensuring you can heat your extension affordably is a key issue. Increasing your floor space may mean you need to upgrade your heating system. If you’re looking to locate a lead behind furniture in the corner of a room or just behind a media unit, this vertical extension lead is equipped with 12 outlets, which are all surge protected.