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TRIPP LITE TLP1208TEL 8 Feet 12 + TEL Outlets 2160 Joules Surge Protector
- 8 Feet
- 12 + TEL Outlets
- 2160 Joules
- 120V
- 1875 Watts
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Tripp Lite's TLP1208TEL offers economical AC surge suppression for protection of workstations, PCs, telecom systems, home electronics and other sensitive equipment. The TLP1208TEL features 12 outlets, an 8-ft. cord with a space-saving right-angle plug, and diagnostic LEDs to warn of suppressor damage. The unit has a surge suppression rating of 2160 joules to shield equipment from line noise and the strongest surges. Built-in RJ11 jacks prevent surges from damaging your modem/fax/phone equipment. $150, 000 Ultimate Lifetime Insurance
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Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): Lifetime
- Limited Warranty period (labor): Lifetime
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Return Policies
- Return for refund until: January 31, 2027
- Return for replacement until: January 31, 2027
- This item is covered by Newegg.ca's Extended Holiday Return Policy.
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The TRIPP LITE TLP1208TEL is a 12-outlet, 2160-joule surge protector for home offices and workspaces that need to power multiple 120V devices and protect telephone or DSL equipment through built-in RJ11 jacks.
Recommended For
- Home-office users connecting a desktop PC, monitor, router, and other desk equipment who need one protected 12-outlet strip with an 8-foot cord.
- Users with a DSL modem, fax machine, or telephone on an RJ11 line who want telephone-line surge protection alongside AC outlets; this model does not provide coaxial or Ethernet-line protection.
- People organizing a crowded desk or entertainment setup with many standard plugs and a few bulky power adapters; the strip has 12 outlets, with space for up to four transformers without blocking the remaining outlets.
- Users who want surge protection for home-office or home-electronics equipment and a status light plus automatic shutoff if the protection circuit is compromised.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- For a home-office desk with a computer, monitor, printer, speakers, and chargers, users can bring several devices to one protected power point instead of spreading them across multiple strips.
- For a home entertainment center, users can plug in a TV, streaming device, receiver, and other nearby electronics together, reducing the need for several separate power strips.
- For a DSL, phone, or fax setup, users can route the telephone line through the RJ11 jacks as well as plug in the equipment, adding telephone-line surge protection; this is not coaxial or Ethernet protection.
- When a setup includes bulky power adapters for networking gear, chargers, or other electronics, users can use the spaced outlets to fit more plugs without as many adapters blocking neighboring sockets.
- For a setup located away from the wall outlet, such as behind a desk or media cabinet, users can take advantage of the longer cord and right-angle plug to position the strip more conveniently.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | TVs, computers, home electronics, and telephone or DSL equipment in homes, offices, and other listed settings |
| Outlets And Cord | 12 NEMA 5-15R outlets plus telephone/DSL jacks; 8-foot cord with NEMA 5-15P right-angle plug and a 6-foot telephone cord |
| Electrical And Surge Protection | 120V AC, 15A capacity, and up to 1875W output; 2160-joule surge protection with a 150V clamping voltage and normal- and common-mode line suppression |
| Filtering And Safety | EMI/RFI noise filtering up to 40dB; includes a 15A resettable circuit breaker, diagnostic protection and grounding LEDs, child safety outlet covers, and automatic outlet shutoff if the protection circuit is compromised |
| Telephone And Data Protection | Built-in RJ11 jacks protect telephone, DSL, modem, and fax connections |
| Certifications And Compliance | UL 1449 3rd Edition, UL 1363, UL 497A, FCC Part 68, cUL, and Industry Canada; exceeds IEEE 587 Category A and B specifications |
| Physical Design | Black rectangular plastic enclosure; 1.54 × 2.72 × 10.30 inches and 2.09 pounds; keyholes support wall mounting and the outlet layout can accommodate up to four transformers without blocking remaining outlets |
| Model Identifiers | TRIPP LITE Protect It! TLP1208TEL |