Protect Your RV Like a Pro: Surge Protectors & Voltage Boosters with Hughes Autoformers

Описание: In this episode of Beyond The Wheel, we sit down with Brett Thomas, General Manager of Hughes Autoformers (https://hughesautoformers.com) , to break down the essential (but often overlooked) gear that protects your RV’s electrical system. Brett shares why low voltage is the silent killer of modern RVs, how surge protection really works, and what makes Hughes’ products stand out—like Bluetooth monitoring, replaceable modules, and their soon-to-launch all-in-one power center.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you really need both a surge protector and a voltage booster, or if you’ve assumed your current gear is “good enough,” this episode will change your thinking—and maybe save you thousands in repairs.

Key Topics Covered:
• Brett’s hands-on role and how Hughes Autoformers has grown since 2019
• The origin story of the Hughes Autoformer voltage booster
• What surge protectors actually do—and don’t do
• Why low voltage is more common and more dangerous than most RVers realize
• The difference between the Watchdog surge protector and the Autoformer
• What the new Watchdog Power Center will combine into one device
• How Hughes’ replaceable surge modules save you money over time
• Understanding joules, MOVs, and what happens when lightning strikes
• How to properly match your surge protector to your RV’s amperage
• Real-world examples of RV damage from poor power quality
• How the Hughes app helps monitor real-time voltage, frequency, and power draw
• Upcoming innovations and how customer feedback drives product design

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