Leviton Introduces Industry's First Tamper-Resistant Receptacle With Built-In Surge Protection

Melville, NY - Leviton Manufacturing is the first company in the electrical industry to offer tamper-resistant surge protective receptacles that comply with NEC Section 406.11 and UL 1449's 3rd Edition. The industry-leading devices feature protective shutters that accept only a two-prong (with or without ground pin) electrical plug, while also providing built-in surge protection for a facility's sensitive electronics.

The new devices are available in commercial/industrial and hospital grade versions in 15 Amp and 20 Amp, 125 Volt ratings. A wide variety of color choices helps users identify different types of connected equipment and applications. Hospital Grade devices feature tight plug tolerances to reduce the possibility of critical care equipment becoming accidentally disconnected. Commercial/industrial grade versions withstand abuse in harsh environments. An industry-exclusive, the new devices are NAFTA-compliant, and are ideal for use in a wide range of commercial, industrial, institutional and government facilities.

Leviton's tamper-resistant surge protective receptacles feature an indicator light that provides visual confirmation that connected equipment is surge-protected. Versions with an audible alarm are ideal for locations where receptacles are obscured from view. Back- and side-wiring features ease installation. Devices provide EMI/RFI noise filtering and afford point-of-use protection for up to 18,000 amps of surge current.

Part of Leviton's "Smart Grid" initiative, the receptacles protect sensitive electronics from voltage surges, thereby enhancing the reliability of the power grid. Leviton "Smart Grid" surge protective devices provide protection for electronic circuits such as smart meters, communication networks, wind turbines and solar systems.

SOURCE: Leviton