The Hidden Lifespan of Surge Protectors

Your tech is more than just equipment; it powers your life. Whether it’s your home theater, work setup, or the devices that keep your family connected, you rely on it daily. At Austere, we believe in protecting what matters most – your gear. That’s why we’ve built more than just high-performance power products; we’ve built peace of mind.

Protection isn’t just about avoiding outages; it’s about ensuring that an unexpected power surge or product failure doesn’t ruin your TV, laptop, gaming console, or smart home devices. In a world where devices are constantly connected, it’s critical to have surge protectors that are as reliable as the tech they support.

Most people don’t realize that surge protectors should be replaced every 3–5 years because their ability to absorb energy naturally wears down over time. They rely on internal components called metal oxide varistors (MOVs), which take a hit whenever there’s a surge, big or small. Each time they do their job, they lose a little of their capacity to protect your devices. Eventually, the MOVs can wear out completely, leaving your tech vulnerable, even if the surge protector still looks like it’s working. Now that Austere has celebrated its 6-year anniversary, chances are your surge protector has been around that long too — and if that’s the case, it’s time for an upgrade. Replacing it is the key to keeping your tech and home safe.

How Austere Has You Covered

When it comes to protecting your home and tech, everything needs to be connected to a surge protector — even one thing plugged directly into the wall can leave you at risk. That’s why when you purchase an Austere Power product, you’re not just buying a surge protector, you’re investing in the long-term safety of your valuable devices. If an Austere Power product causes damage to any connected device, Austere will replace that device, no matter the value. Our Component Guarantee is our promise to stand behind you and your technology. If anything should happen while your devices are properly connected to an Austere Power product, we've got your back.

Our coverage period depends on the product series you choose:

• III Series Power: 4-Year Component Guarantee
  

• V Series Power: 5-Year Component Guarantee
  

• VII Series Power (4-Outlet): 6-Year Component Guarantee
  

• VII Series Power (6 & 8-Outlet): 7-Year Component Guarantee

For full terms and details, visit austere.com or contact our team at info@austere.com to learn more about how our Component Guarantee works with your specific product.

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