Re: Surge protectors to use with home electronics when grounding is not available?

On Mon, 23 Jun 2008 11:33:15 -0700, w_tom wrote:

However, if a tiny 100 amp surge is grounded by a power strip protector,
then the 50 feet of grounded romex means the protector is at something
less than 12,000 volts. Why such high voltage between protector and
earth? Wire is too long, too many sharp bends, etc.

Yes, please, why such high voltage? My calculation of your numbers shows
2.4 ohms per foot for the 12ga (assuming) Romex. Where do you find Romex
at 2.4 ohms per foot? Unless by "something less" you mean "orders of
magnitude less." Maybe your statement simply needs some clarification.
Thank you.


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