{"product_id":"ditek-ac-voltage-surge-protector-50ka","title":"DiTek AC Voltage Surge Protector — 50kA","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"fd-guide\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"fd-guide-lede\"\u003eLightning strikes and utility voltage spikes kill more AC compressors than any other failure mode. A $60 surge protector is cheap insurance vs. a $1,500+ compressor replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat it does\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSingle-phase 120\/240V surge protector with 50,000 amp surge rating. Installs at the outdoor disconnect box, protecting the compressor, fan motor, and control board from grid-side voltage transients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll want it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtects the single most expensive component in your AC system (the compressor)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50kA rating handles major utility surges and nearby lightning strikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential in storm-prone regions (Florida coast, Minnesota spring thunderstorms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-resetting — no fuses to replace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual LED indicator shows protection status\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMounts inside or next to the outdoor AC disconnect. Wired across the hot legs by a qualified electrician or HVAC tech. Install time: 10-15 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiTek 50kA surge protector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"fd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need this if I have a whole-home surge protector?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Whole-home protectors handle most surges but don't catch everything. Adding point-of-use at the AC disconnect is standard for high-value equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this protect during lightning strikes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt handles near-miss surges (induction, ground rise). Direct lightning strikes can exceed any protector's rating — always unplug critical electronics during severe storms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fd-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe surge protection modules degrade over time and with each surge event. Most units last 5-10 years. The LED indicator tells you when it needs replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"DiTek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56838672941359,"sku":"DITEK-DTK120240CM","price":60.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/2111\/2367\/files\/6E354.jpg?v=1776385311","url":"https:\/\/cooling.direct\/products\/ditek-ac-voltage-surge-protector-50ka","provider":"Cooling Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}