Meridian Unplugged - Powered by MrTechGuy.co.uk Forums Thread Like Summary - Power Strips (not for hifi use)

N.B. not for hifi use!

Anyone know of a high quality make of power strip, ideally 6 or 8 way, must be robust not in exterior sense but good heavy duty contacts inside.

Used to be that I’d just go for MK for these, or sockets of any kind, but word on the street is they’re not what they once were(?).

General use, TVs, routers. PCs, NAS, storage, chargers, etc.

Any recommendations appreciated.

These Olsen devices are robust, very well made and well priced.

I have had one in the garage for 25+ years without failure or damage despite heavy use and abuse.

Hi,

MCRU do a good range of cheap mains blocks as part of their range.

Brian

Your audio grade choices include the Power Station, PowerBar, and, X8 Block.

At the budget end, £40 buys this Lindy mains conditioner strip.

FWIW, I think that Lindy is a branded generic (cheap) Chinese unit, and an expensive one at that. The giveaway is the clear plastic showing off the choke. I've read stories about them burning out.

I would go for APC. For example: https://www.ebuyer.com/743732-apc-essential-surgearrest-8-outlets-230v-uk-pm8-uk

Yeah, but MCRU are in the same inflated price audiophile category as the likes of Russ Andrews. And look, that generic Chinese power strip is there this time under the "Tacima" brand.

IMO, for non audio use, stay away from "audiophile" vendors.

Thanks, this is exactly the type of info I was looking for!

The 8 gang APC mains block (made by respected manufacturer, Schneider), as recommended by VK, looks like a bargain dark horse.

Like much more expensive ‘audiophile’ mains distribution blocks, it has integrated EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) and RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) protection, in addition to the highest surge protection rating that is available in the marketplace - at the bargain price of £30.

I think I’m going to save myself at least £200 in buying the APC offering.