How to prevent voltage spikes?
How Do I Prevent Power Surges?
- Inspect your wiring. Faulty or substandard wiring can make power surge problems worse. …
- Unplug electronics during a storm. …
- Use surge protectors. …
- Install a whole-home surge processor. …
- 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.
- Install a Whole-House Surge Protector. …
- Have Added Protection for Specific Devices. …
- Upgrade Your AC Unit. …
- Unplug Devices During a Storm. …
- 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.