HTS 1000 Power Centre - Do I need one?

[johnny37]

I have just been told that everyone should have one of these by someone who says a power surge and/or unclean power supply damaged his LCD tv and other equipment. I have never heard of this and have never had any problems. Is it possible that my supply is already protected in some way by my electricity supplier? I think my computers are protected internally against power surges. Do I need to get one for the tv? I am not aware of anyone else having one. I have a trip switch where the supply comes into the house (not the highest level - installed over 20 years ago). This does activate very rarely. Is that the same thing, to trip before any damage is done?

[ACtheTROLL]

in principle yes - surge protection is important
however there are 100s of different types ... just about every shop that sells extension leads sells a surge protector version (even tesco)

and they needn't cost the earth 10 - 20 is enough ... your example looks flash ... but I'd go for max outlets rather than colour

All my kit is potected