Tripp Lite
Data Line Surge Suppressor
Best surge protection for safeguarding sensitive network and office hardware.
Protect your network and phone lines with the Tripp Lite DataShield In-Line Surge Protector. This essential device shields datalines from damaging surges, line noise, and electrostatic discharge, preventing issues like blown NIC cards and system lock-ups. It is ideal for protecting terminals, hubs, printers, and other internetworking gear. The protector features robust surge suppression capabilities, including a 750A circuit breaker and a 7.5V clamping voltage. Setup is straightforward with included RJ45 connections and a patch cable, all supported by a Lifetime Limited Warranty.
$39.67
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
5
/ 192
#5 in Surge Protection Devices
Price vs Category Average
-81%
Below average
Clamping Voltage
7.5
/ V
Who it's for
- IT professionals securing sensitive networking hardware
- Business owners prioritizing consistent uptime and data integrity
- Risk-averse users seeking reliable equipment insurance coverage
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers needing a permanent, maintenance-free solution
- Gamers or network engineers requiring zero-latency connections
- Users with older buildings lacking reliable electrical grounding
Performance breakdown
Surge suppression capacity
Robust avalanche diodes effectively divert excess energy to protect sensitive hardware.
Installation simplicity
Straightforward in-line design makes integration into existing network setups effortless.
Compatibility range
Versatile support for various network standards and legacy communication applications.
Build durability
Rugged construction ensures reliable protection against electrostatic discharge and line noise.
Grounding reliability
Included grounding lead provides a secure path for diverted electrical surges.
Warranty coverage
Lifetime protection offers significant peace of mind for critical networking gear.
Key Specs
Clamping Voltage
7.5V
Circuit Breaker Rating
750A
Data Line Protection
Ethernet, Phone Line
Interface
2 x LAN - RJ45
Short Circuit Withstand Rating
750 kA
Weight
0.09 kg
Warranty
Lifetime Limited
Cord Length
5 in
Features
- Protects network devices from surges and line noise
- Supports 10/100Base-T, Token Ring, AS400/Sys3x, and RS422 applications
- High-speed avalanche diodes divert excess energy to ground
- Helps prevent blown NIC cards, garbled transmissions, and hardware failure
- Includes a 6-inch grounding lead for secure connection
- In-line mounting for easy integration
- Protects against electrostatic discharge and faulty wiring
- Ideal for NICs, terminals, hubs, and LAN equipment
What customers say
Customer satisfaction centers on the Tripp Lite surge suppressor's exceptional reliability and ease of integration. Users trust the established brand reputation for providing essential, silent protection for network infrastructure against communication line surges. Installation is consistently praised as simple and plug and play, making setup quick for everyone. Reviewers also note the robust, durable construction, which reinforces expectations of long term performance. While surge diversion events are rarely witnessed, the product is viewed as a worthwhile, low cost insurance policy against replacing expensive equipment. High confidence in Tripp Lite's engineering standards drives overall positive sentiment regarding this mission critical component.
Know before you buy
This device is designed for networking hardware, including NICs, hubs, terminals, printers, and other internetworking gear. It supports 10/100Base-T, Token Ring, AS400/Sys3x, and RS422 applications.
Yes, the unit includes a 6-inch grounding lead that must be securely connected. Proper grounding is essential for the high-speed avalanche diodes to effectively divert excess energy away from your equipment.
No, the device is designed for high-speed data applications and will not interfere with your network performance. It acts as a transparent shield against surges and line noise without impacting data throughput.
Installation is straightforward using the in-line mounting design. You simply connect the device between your network source and your equipment using the provided RJ45 ports and the included patch cable.
The 7.5V clamping voltage ensures that any voltage spike exceeding this threshold is diverted away from your sensitive hardware. This protects your devices from electrostatic discharge and damaging surges that can cause system lock-ups or hardware failure.
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