How to prevent voltage spikes?

How Do I Prevent Power Surges?

  1. Inspect your wiring. Faulty or substandard wiring can make power surge problems worse. …
  2. Unplug electronics during a storm. …
  3. Use surge protectors. …
  4. Install a whole-home surge processor. …
  5. Install high-efficiency AC units.

How do I protect my appliances from High Voltage?





Here are some tips on how to protect your house and electrical appliances from a power surge.

  1. Install a Whole-House Surge Protector. …
  2. Have Added Protection for Specific Devices. …
  3. Upgrade Your AC Unit. …
  4. Unplug Devices During a Storm. …
  5. Inspect Your Wiring.

What type of diode is used to prevent voltage spikes?

flyback diode

The use of a flyback diode in a relay circuit prevents huge voltage spikes from arising when the power supply is disconnected. They are sometimes called a flywheel diode, freewheeling diode, relay diode, or snubber diode.