John Horstman
2025-08-28 11:57:59
I have two of these, for over ten years so far. Still going strong, and I haven't had a single piece of equipment fail due to PSU problems on them thanks to the steady power provided. I haven't had any lightning surges to test their protection on that count - thankfully! - but they have kept computers running when line voltage blinks and dips in brownouts and once with a serious drop over the grid automatic rerouting latency when a nearby transformer blew out.They make a loud click when switching, so if that's a problem, get something else. I have no other criticisms; the function and quality are both excellent, with great longevity.
Sunn Kram
2025-07-23 10:29:22
I am a working musician and play out of a full PA system a couple of times a week. I make loop-based music with guitars and vocals overlaid on top. I am powering 3 active speakers, a mixer, a guitar amp, effects pedals, and an LED light.The only reason I looked into getting a voltage regulator was as a precaution. I read that over time, over-voltages and especially under-voltages can cause serious damage to high-end electronics, including amplifiers. I went with the Tripp-Lite LC1800 based on its portable size and positive reviews.I've now been using it for a few weeks. Everything is functioning correctly including the indicator lights on the front panel. However, the unexpected benefits I've noticed have made it one of the best purchases I've made for music.Previously I was powering everything directly from the wall, through basic surge protectors. At the end of the night when I would play louder, high-energy songs (pushing the system hard), I would notice a certain detrimental effect. Sound quality would begin to degrade and the electric guitar tones especially would suffer, becoming muddy in the mix. I'm now of course powering everything on the same circuit, through the Tripp-Lite and have been delighted to find that the sound quality during those "louder" times has really improved. The loops are sounding clearer and stronger and the guitar tones are full and sitting on top of the mix as they should. I never would have expected that my amplifiers were receiving inadequate power and underperforming in the past. I just thought I had reached the limitations of my compact sound system. I thought at first this might just be my perception but others have commented on improved sound.Needless to say, this was a great value for me and I would have happily paid double what I did, knowing the benefits. A couple of suggestions for improvement though:-Add an indicator light to notify the user of a failed internal component. This device is completely mechanical so this will inevitably happen though I'm not sure I'll ever be able to tell when it does.-I understand this was designed for installation and not mobile use but I would appreciate a sturdier construction.Overall, I would suggest a voltage regulator of appropriate capacity to anyone running a live sound system and this particular one seems great so far. Its hard to tell if you're being underpowered until you hear the difference.
Just A Buyer
2025-06-28 12:05:19
First let me say I did buy a new unit here but have used the 2400W and two 1200W units for over ten plus years. These units do work and do regulate voltage as they should and as most of us need them to do. Do they maintain a constant output of 120Vs ? No, but in North America our normal PCs, TVs, Printers, VCRs, etc. are designed to function at a nominal Voltage between +/- 5 % of 120 Volts AC. In other words between a nominal 114-126 Volts input to them and they function fine. That's exactly what these Tripp Lite units insure, as long as the input voltage to the Tripp Lite is between 87-140V approx. I live in a rural area and the power lines were old and I lost several VCRs over a period of 3-4 years. After studying the problem I decided to buy a 2400W model and after I started using it realized just how much power flucuation was happening and how often. I then purchased two 1200W units, one for my living room and one for my wifes' bedroom, moving the 2400W to my room where more electronic gear is located. Since that time I have not lost one piece of electronic gear. Where before it was a stretch to get 1 year out of a VCR (some expensive ones too). I remember one time I had a power loss that caused the computer monitor to go wavy for a second or two then steady. Normally all I hear is a click and if I check the units LEDS can tell if it's high or low power. I have somewhat better power lines and a new home transformer now but but there are still power changes the Tripp Lite levels out. In the event of a power outage I also have a 5000W portable generator I use. I have my electronic gear set up on these and can unplug one and plug into the extension cord from my generator outlets in my home. (Not a main panel dedicated system). I know what my wattage requirements are and can add a lamp with the new low voltage bulbs I use. Generally only use the generator a few hours to a day but did have an ice storm that required using it for 6 days. Some times I will have a high voltage shown on generator use and always have a low voltage use for a couple of seconds when my deep well pump surges on start up. Glad I have them during those times too. Do I like them yes, my old ones are white and were assembled in Mexico, while this new one is grey and assembled in china. If the new one last like my old ones I will be very pleased. If you have something that requires a nominal operating voltage of +/- 1% 120V then this won't work, just dig deep in the wallet and buy something that will work for that. I'm a 69 year old guy and sometimes get long winded but hope this helps someone and you can read the complete specs for these at the Tripp Lite web site or at the bottom of the Amazon page.
Flavio lopez
2025-06-17 16:53:20
Buen producto
okanagan sparky
2025-04-14 13:08:14
This product is amazing. Corrects low voltage conditions and performs as described. Size it properly to your load and you won't have a problem
Laura R.
2025-03-30 16:15:48
Tengo poco usándolo y por el momento ha funcionado bien , me gusto que es silencioso .
Colin
2025-02-06 18:06:49
Inside this is a big (auto?)transformer, with relays that switch the winding in use. So there is some hum from the thing as long as it's switched on, which might be annoying depending on your usage. It's *not* an online UPS or similar so it won't "fix" anything if your waveform isn't ideal (e.g. from generator). Some filtering is provided too. Nice that it works with a 20A circuit, which not many suppressors do.
Customer
2024-12-03 11:15:34
A good compact safety device that will protect UV ballast on filtration system from power surges andIrregular generator current.