They break the circuit and do nothing else. So switching (breaking the circuit) further down the line is usually fine.
What is the safest power strip?
The Safest Power Strips of 2020
- Belkin’s Safest Power Strip. Belkin 12 Outlet. CHECK PRICE ONLINE. …
- Safest Heavy Duty Power Strip. Tripp Lite Isobar 4. …
- Safest Multi-Protection Power Strip. Bestten Heavy Duty 10 Outlet. …
- Safest Outdoor Power Strip. Bestten Outdoor Power Strip. …
- Safest Travel Power Strip. Ceptics Travel Power Strip.
What is the lifespan of a surge protector?
three to five years
Most estimates put the average lifespan of a surge protector at three to five years. And if your home is subject to frequent brownouts or blackouts, you might want to replace your surge protectors as often as every two years.
