[Third of three posts]
On Jul 18, 2:59 pm, Douglas Johnson wrote:
Please list the exact specifications you desire and an example of a protection
claim that would satisfy you.

When one says, "My protector sacrificed itself to save my computer".
Reality: a protector abandoned the computer. Computer saved itself
from a surge so trivial as to destroy the grossly undersized
protector.

Previously listed were more responsible manufacturers that offer
'whole house' protectors. The responsible list is long. Includes
just about every major electrical equipment supplier including
Leviton, Square D, Cutler-Hammer, Siemens, Keison, GE, etc. Some
'whole house' protectors selected randomly:
http://www.deltala.com/prod01.htm#LA302R
http://www.smarthome.com/4860.html
http://www.keison.co.uk/furse/furse06.htm

In that 14 July discussion, every incoming wire must be integrated
into a secondary protection system. Even network wires between
buildings. Even TV and satellite dish antenna wires are earthed before
entering. The primary protection system also should be inspected.
First Energy customers, in particular, should give special attention
to their primary protection system.

Surge protection to make direct lightning strike irrelevant means
protection 'system' is sufficient for most every type of surge. Surge
damage is routinely made irrelevant for less money if not using plug-
in protectors. A direct lightning strike is the ultimate system
test. No damage should ever result - even to protectors. If damage
occurs, ask why that surge was not earthed; why it was permitted
inside a building.