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Black rectangular surge protector with eight outlets and six-foot cord

Kensington

Kensington K38218NA 8-Outlet 6 ft 1080 J Surge Protector

SKU CH-M72G-PK1G4 MPN K38218NA

Eight-outlet surge protector with a six-foot cord and 1080 joules of protection for computers and home electronics

  • Power outlets8
  • Cord length6 ft (1.83 m)
  • Surge energy rating1080 Joules
  • Certified standardsUL, CSA
  • Product dimensions13.13 in × 6.63 in × 1.75 in
  • Product weight1.6 lb (0.73 kg)

Joule Rating 1080 Joules

  • Protects laptops, TVs and printers with 1080 joules of surge suppression
  • Eight outlets fit bulky adapter plugs without blocking neighbours
  • Six-foot cord places the strip where power is needed
  • Green indicator shows protection is active at a glance
  • Lifetime warranty and $10,000 equipment coverage back the unit

Guardian 8-Outlet Surge Protector

The Kensington K38218NA Guardian surge protector provides eight AC outlets and a six-foot power cord to expand a single wall socket. Its 1080 joule suppression rating protects connected laptops, televisions and printers from damaging voltage spikes. A green indicator light confirms that protection is active. The unit measures 13.13 inches wide, 6.63 inches deep and 1.75 inches high.

Home office and entertainment setups

This strip suits users who need to power multiple devices from one location while maintaining surge protection. It is not for installations that require a longer cord reach or a higher joule rating than 1080. Buyers who need coaxial or network line protection should look at models that include those features.

1080 joule AC suppression rating

The single specification that determines suitability is the 1080 joule AC suppression rating. It defines how much surge energy the protector can absorb before connected equipment is at risk. Verify that this rating matches the level of protection your devices require.

How it compares

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Price $28.99
Cheaper than about 65% of the 565 comparable items (median $37.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKensington
Product lineGuardian
Model nameK38218NA
Product colorBlack
Power
Power outlets8
Surge energy rating1080 Joules
Size & build
Cord length6 ft (1.83 m)
Product dimensions13.13 in × 6.63 in × 1.75 in
Product weight1.6 lb (0.73 kg)
Shipping weight0.70 kg
Package size328 × 168 × 48 mm
Environment & compliance
Certified standardsUL, CSA

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Questions about this item

What comes in the box and do I need to buy a power cord separately?

The surge protector ships as a single unit with its 6 ft power cord permanently attached, so no separate cord purchase is needed.

Should I choose a higher joule rating for a home office with a PC and monitors?

This Guardian model provides 1080 joules of surge dissipation, which Kensington rates for computers, TVs and printers in a home or office setting.

How will I know the 1080 J protection is still active after a big storm?

A green indicator light on the strip stays lit while the protection circuit is functional; if it goes out the unit should be replaced.

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