Customer Reviews for Tripp Lite - IBAR4 4 Outlets 6 ft. Cord 3330 Joules Isobar Surge Protector - Metal Housing - Light Gray
Customer Rating
5
This product is indestructible.
on September 6, 2013
Posted by: patty
from Undisclosed
The product has been kicked, dropped, pulled, and etc. I have had the product for about a year and few power outs. The equipment that is plugged into it is still running. This is the one thing my internet company did right. They recommended this product.
Surge Protection For Mobile Stage Lighting Music Entertainment.
on December 6, 2012
Posted by: DJ Lumpia
from Undisclosed
I use two Tripplite ISOBAR's to surge protect my mobile stage lighting system. As my lighting system is transported to multiple venues, power surge conditions are always a concern. Worry free ISOBAR operation allows focus on lighting performance. Nice long six foot cord allows ISOBAR's to be located away from walls and placed exactly where needed. Excellent quality heavy duty metal housing box take the regular transportation demands of a mobile lighting system. Highly recommended.
ISOBAR is a premium surge protection product. I have tried many UPS's and surge protection products. UPS units are good to use, especially if you work/live in an area where power fluctuations or outages occur frequently. However, UPS units have batteries that eventually need to replaced. UPS's are a tad more expensive and do not over the same joule/surge rating. The metal housing on the ISOBAR is indestructible, fire-safe, and features multiple isolated filter banks with quality surge absorbing components. The Ultra 4 has a rating of 3330 Joules (the greater the number, the better it is) and costs less than comparable Belkin, APC, and/or brands. TRIPPLITE makes other solid products; ISOBAR is the pinnacle in surge protection.
I received the IBAR4 today and immediately discovered two problems. First, the serial number on the unit did not match anything on the web site tutorial for locating the serial number. Second, I expected a heavy duty ground lug, but the only ground connection is an unlabeled small silver screw on the end of the unit where the power cord enters. Furthermore, there is no mention of this screw in the owner's manual. I had to call support to get answers to both issues.
I have been using IBAR4 and related Tripp-Lite products for more than 8 years. Tripp-Lite stands behind this very well designed and manufactured product line, and my experience with the products has taught me to relax knowing IBAR is on the job. It is the no nonsense solution to AC power line issues. Bill
I bought this line of surge protectors solely for Tripp-Lite's offering of: -- Excellent construction -- Excellent electrical design -- Excellent fire-proof enclosure -- Excellent reputation and reliablity