smart power strip - save energy
by rd @ 11:07 am 7 comments »
More and more people are realizing that their televisions, stereos and computer-related devices burn up energy even when on standby. The U.K. has the nifty, Bye Bye Standby, but here in the states the search is on for innovative devices to control the energy waste of devices which are at rest or not in use.
The Smart Power Strip, pictured above, features advanced circuitry that offers power surge protection and line noise filtering, while also possessing the ability to ’sense’ the flow of electrical current through the strip’s control outlet. Because of this capability, the Smart Strip can turn off selected equipment when it’s not in use — creating benefit that no other power strip on the market today can offer.
Shutting down one device, say your computer, can cut power to all the related peripherals without you having to go to the power strip or wall switch. Place your tv in the control outlet, and control power to your home theater system and cable box. No software needed to save energy.
Pictured: LCG4 model is $34.99 @ smarthomeusa.com (currently back-ordered)
or $41.95 @ bitslimited
They have several other models and configurations.
Let us know if you find similar energy-saving power control devices.
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Thanks for this posting this. It surprises me there are not more items like this available, with the attention brought to unplugging. I wish there was an inexpensive plug that simply had an on/off switch, I know I would be so much better about flipping off then unplugging everything. Has anyone ever seen something like this?
My TV and Computer stuff are plugged into regular strips that do have an on off switch. Not Sure whwere they are from, but I bet they have them at the local hardware. The Smart ones sound really neat though, because I forget alot.
thanks for posting this. I have been looking all over the place for a product like this. I plan on buying two right now!
The Smart Strip Power Strip is sold directly from the manufacturer. The website is http://www.smartstrip.net and they provide free shipping with their Smart Strip Power Strips.
Thanks Bruce - I added the link to the post.
Just want to bring to your attention .. SmartHomeUSA is now offering free ground shipping allowance for all SmartStrips. Save more!
Just bought a power strip at Walgreen’s for 4 bucks. It’s not a fancy high-tech one like this, but it does the job. Just plug your electronics into it and when you’re not using them turn the switch to “off” and it cuts the power to them.