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Progressive Industries 50 Amp Portable RV Electrical Management System Surge Protector 1 MIN EMS PT50X
Last Updated: March 31, 2021 (Refresh Now)
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Review Analysis - 756 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Setup
76install, installation, instructions, easy, simple
+91%
-9%
" ... Very easy to install, so much better than hanging an easy to steal device off the power pedestal. ... "
" ... Its simple to install, the hardest part is finding a good place and getting to it. ... "
" ... Very easy to install and does the job of protecting my electrical ... "
" ... Easy install, constant monitoring of L-1 and L2 voltage, current, and frequency. ... "
" ... Easy to install will protect your investment. ... "
" ... It was not complicated or difficult to install aside from getting thick wires routed through. ... "
" ... I installed mine under the bathroom sink and while it's cramped, it was a very straightforward install. ... "
" ... this product works as advertised and easy to install. ... "
Ease of Use
71easy to install, easy, understand, use, works great
+99%
-1%
" ... It read so well and it's very easy to understand. ... "
" ... It appears to be super easy to install, though I haven't had a chance to do it yet. ... "
" ... Exactly as presented,easy install suits my needs completely. ... "
" ... It’s easy to use and worth the peace of mind. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Its simple to install, the hardest part is finding a good place and getting to it. ... "
" ... Makes it easy to figure out how much power you are using should you be trying to figure out how big of a Generator you need. ... "
Product Reliability
71months, year, surge, stopped working, stopped
+61%
-39%
" ... Got up 4 days later to check and everything was working as planned inside unit! ... "
" ... Used this a few times and so far seems to be working good. ... "
" ... I bought one about 4 years ago and used it in many places. ... "
" ... Have had it for six months and so far so good. ... "
" ... Purchased several years ago for my RV and works very well, so far no problems. ... "
" ... Has worked flawlessly since then. ... "
" ... well it has stormed it's butt off for two weeks and no issues what so ever. ... "
" ... Been great for 10 months now ... "
Build Quality
60handle, weather, rv, protected, plug
+65%
-35%
" ... Protect your investment. ... "
" ... This item came packaged appropriately and has a high build quality. ... You can easily secure it with a wire lock or bicycle lock with the steel ring it has built in. ... "
" ... It developed an open ground. ... "
" ... Love the locking loop. ... "
" ... It can prevent damage to your A/C and other electronics in your RV. ... "
" ... Now I need to order another unit so I keep the protection going. ... "
" ... I'm pleased with the quality of the materials. ... "
" ... This company appears to be the best to choose from in any case. ... "
Screen Protection
50surge, rv, progressive industries, electrical, surge protector
+74%
-26%
" ... Best protector on the market, don’t use your Rv without one. ... "
" ... We've camped for nearly 20 years without a surge protector with no issues, ever! ... "
" ... Plugged in with my surge protector. ... "
" ... My last surge protector was built into my coach. ... "
" ... The comfort you get while using the surge protector is worth every penny. ... "
" ... 2nd Surge protector I have bought from them. ... "
" ... This surge protector is the best of its kind. ... "
" ... This surge protector saved us from a faulty 50 amp post twice. ... "
Price
49price, cost, well worth, value, worth the money
+90%
-10%
" ... That cost me some money. ... "
" ... The price point appealed to me as it was less than many others ... "
" ... Which saved us money. ... "
" ... Very worth the money, highly recommend if you have a rv ... "
" ... works well and got it at a good price ... "
" ... So far well worth the money . ... "
" ... Expensive but it's a piece of well worth it. ... "
" ... Worth the buy. ... "
Marketplace
49described, works, works as advertised, advertised, seller
+80%
-20%
" ... Just received this from amazon today, and had it installed within 1/2 hour. ... "
" ... Great product and seller! ... "
" ... Excellent product, just as described. ... Very fast shipping. ... "
" ... seems to work just fine as advertised ... "
" ... Works just as described. ... "
" ... Works great, as advertised ... "
" ... The product arrived on time and as described. ... "
" ... Just as described ... "
For Travel
37trip, rv, trips, travel trailer, camper
+84%
-16%
" ... Must have for camping ... "
" ... Bought this when I purchased my travel trailer 5 years ago. ... "
" ... Until this last trip. ... "
" ... Recommended purchase for our New Travel Trailer . ... "
" ... Great saves travel trailor from power surges. ... "
" ... Great product and give peace of mind while camping ... "
" ... Power for a travel trailer parked next to my house. ... "
" ... I've owned both PT30X and PT50X units and used them on the road in all 49 states and all the Canadian provinces. ... "
Cables
29wires, data cable, wiring, power cord, ems
+59%
-41%
" ... If you can wire a plug, you can handle this. ... "
" ... This is cheaper does more and is much better than the electrical cord / pedestal style. ... "
" ... It was not complicated or difficult to install aside from getting thick wires routed through. ... "
" ... It will save my campers wiring ... "
" ... I needed an additional 4f ft. of Romex 10/2 Orange Cable to do the install. ... "
" ... Then I connected the factory data cable and it worked with no errors. ... "
" ... 4 wires in, 4 wires out. ... Hardest part was using my smaller strippers and tools to handle the large gauge wire. ... "
" ... Super easy to install, instructions were clear, and most importantly - they included all the accessories to install (including the correct wire connector to crimp onto the wire for the ground wire). ... "
Power Consumption
23surges, rv, surge, campground, shore
+87%
-13%
" ... This is the one to buy if you are concerned about low wattage surges along with higher wattage surges. ... "
" ... It has shut our electric down a couple of times, so I feel like it was doing its job - power surges! ... "
" ... This has already shut power off for us a handful of times, each time for high voltage. ... "
" ... And it keeps my RV safe from power surges. ... "
" ... knowing you are protected from erratic power surges. ... "
" ... Have several friends who have lost appliances due to low or high power supply. ... "
" ... It does like it says and checks the power before allowing power to go to your RV. ... "
" ... Great saves travel trailor from power surges. ... "
Fit
23plug, cover, rv, handle, plastic cover
+57%
-43%
" ... (Literally four screws). ... "
" ... I like that you can mount it in a secure location and it is always connected. ... "
" ... Lastly, I put the monitor outside and above the air vent. ... "
" ... Durable enough to survive being dropped onto the highway when I drove off while it was sitting on the truck's bumper. ... "
" ... It gave me the piece of mind that it will protect my RV. ... "
" ... The clear cover however is just a bit to shallow to allow closure with my power plug inserted which has a medium sized grip handle. ... "
" ... Love the locking loop. ... "
" ... No issues with surge protector so far, only thing that the grip handle on the plug will not allow the plastic protective cover to close. ... "
Product As Described
21works, works as advertised, advertised, product, well
+95%
-5%
" ... Works great and exactly as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Works exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... It apparently does as advertised. ... "
" ... Works as advertised ... "
" ... Works great, as advertised ... "
" ... Works well as advertised ... "
" ... Works just as described. ... "
Display Clarity
20voltage, panel, inside, unit, mounted
+80%
-20%
" ... Reasonably well put together (the bottom falls off the display and you need to make sure you put it back on right when it is not mounted). ... "
" ... I like the easily legible display of what is current with the current. ... "
" ... I wanted to mount the second display inside above my switch panel so I needed a longer phone cable and the ability to run through the smallest hole possible. ... "
" ... User-friendly display is essential for those new to RV power. ... "
" ... Good buy and it’s nice to have an external display so you don’t have to go looking for the box. ... "
" ... i adjusted it so that the display read the same voltage as my meter an viola, good to go. ... "
" ... Works well like that it has a visual light display. ... "
" ... Once it was all connected, the display lit up telling me that it was working correctly. ... "
Delivery
19box, arrived, shipping, quickly, delivery
+79%
-21%
" ... All parts in box. ... "
" ... Received the product quickly. ... "
" ... The product arrived on time and as described. ... "
" ... Product arrived very quickly and was exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... Arrived way sooner than expected. ... "
" ... I order it and it was shipped very quickly. ... "
" ... Easy to use, fast delivery ... "
" ... Item arrived earlier than the promised date. ... "
Returns
17unit, replacement, replace, window, sent
+24%
-76%
" ... I ONLY received a portion of my refund not the full amount. ... After multiple attempts, still not have received the remainder refund amount. ... "
" ... Amazon showed the return window as 30 days from order date. ... I want to return this defective unit for a full refund and it is not available to me. ... "
" ... It is not giving me an option returning the unit . ... very disappointed that we can not return a unit that cost over $300.00 . ... "
" ... Threw it in the trash. ... "
" ... Return claim form very difficult. ... "
" ... Had to return. ... "
" ... Broke within 60 days no help from seller on return. ... "
" ... I tried contacting the company multiple ways and they refuse to contact me back. ... "
Ports
16rv, plugged, data cable, surge, power source
+63%
-38%
" ... I checked the new unit on 15 Amp house power (with adapters) and this one appears to work. ... "
" ... Plug in and it analyzes the power source. ... "
" ... Shows exactly the information needed when hooking up to an unfamiliar electrical outlet. ... "
" ... This has been great through lightening storms and at campsites with faulty electrical outlets. ... "
" ... Occasionally, I do connect to 20 amp duplex outlets so would have used the surge suppressor’s display to see if I was at risk of tripping it’s breaker. ... "
" ... just plug it in ... "
" ... Plugged the RV in with adapter from 50 amp and everything running fine. ... "
Capacity
15use, house, well, travel trailer, surge
+93%
-7%
" ... Power for a travel trailer parked next to my house. ... "
" ... so far, it's protecting our RV. ... "
" ... RV stays at bay property 24 / 7 . ... "
" ... Good Quality item for our RV we use Everytime we go RVing. ... "
" ... We use it all the time when in RV parks. ... "
" ... Using on my class A RV ... "
" ... Works great with my generator, have not used yet in an RV park. ... "
" ... Very happy with this for protection of our RV. ... "
Features
14features, lights, lock, indicator lights, reading
+79%
-21%
" ... The unit was a little on the pricey end but for the features it has I figured it's worth it. ... "
" ... Has some cool features as well! ... "
" ... We lock ours to the electric post at the campground. ... "
" ... I like the fact that it lights up.and the indicator lights as well. ... "
" ... worked well, correct light lit. ... "
" ... Works very well with bright indicator lights. ... "
" ... This one has more features and seems to work better, so we are happy with it ... "
" ... Security lock ring tab is a nice feature. ... "
Size
12travel trailer, rv, easy, use, purchased
+92%
-8%
" ... Lightweight for RV. ... "
" ... Easy to carry ... "
" ... It's easy to read and portable for storage. ... "
" ... Recommended purchase for our New Travel Trailer . ... "
" ... Do some research if you plan to use portable generators. ... "
" ... So much easier to use than the portable units. ... "
" ... A must for any rv, travel trailer or fifth wheel ... "
" ... Bought this when I purchased my travel trailer 5 years ago. ... "
Software Platform
11error codes, code, rv, errors, error message
+36%
-64%
" ... Your browser does not support HTML5 video. ... "
" ... That said, it would be easier to read the error messages if there was a remote display (separate add on). ... Got an error message . ... error message, no power. ... Changed cords and no error message and AC came on. ... "
" ... Plugged it in and had a surge protector error. ... "
" ... Threw error E-10 from the moment I plugged it in which means “the unit has protected your RV from a surge event” and the solution is to purchase a new Module!!!!! ... "
" ... Went to plug it in at RV park and showed error code of too much power coming thru lines. ... "
Overall performance
9well, year, works
+100%
" ... I feal that when the time comes for this thing to do its job it will do it very well the quality of it i trust it will do just fine ... "
" ... This is always ready and doing its job! ... "
" ... It’s done it’s job. ... "
" ... does the job ... "
" ... Does the job as ot should. ... "
" ... It does the job! ... "
" ... I've been using it for about a year now, and am very happy with the performance. ... "
" ... Used it once and it did its job. ... "
Device Compatibility
9power, monitor, devices, connected, connect
+89%
-11%
" ... I'm a big fan of these devices. ... "
" ... WIth that in mind, device performs as expected and works well ... "
" ... Purchase for mobile purposes. ... "
" ... I loved being able to monitor the incoming power. ... "
" ... This device clearly showed the danger, both to us and to prove it to the campground manager. ... "
" ... Was able to verify the hook up system is ok to connect in just a minute with no issues. ... "
" ... I like the lights that tell me the source is wired correctly. ... "
" ... For our new TV, needed a 50amp ... "
Sound Quality
7heard, unit, smoke, one, loud
+43%
-57%
" ... Does have vibration noise. ... "
" ... My husband and I were horrified one night when we heard a crackling sound and our RV filled with smoke. ... We searched frantically, but found no flame, and gradually the sound faded away and the smoke cleared. ... "
" ... Unfortunately the one I received emitted a loud buzz, that could be heard from 15 paces away. ... "
" ... The unit is all of two weeks old and makes a loud buzzing sound that can be heard throughout the trailer. ... The buzzing sound?? ... "
Comfort
7receptacle, one, fingers, fell, rv
+57%
-43%
" ... Both the company and Amazon were helpful and managed to get me a new unit in my hands quickly. ... "
" ... Really cool to see first hand that it works! ... "
" ... I have never had a problem without one but I thought a little extra insurance wouldn't hurt. ... "
" ... Adds a little peace of mind before you hook your RV power to it and a little comfort ... "
Water Resistance
6rain, full of water, cover, unit, proof
+50%
-50%
" ... It rained one night while camping and I can hear water inside when I shake it. ... It did not sit on the ground or in water and they claim it is water resistant. ... "
" ... First time using it in the area in the south in January we had a ton of rain. ... It filled up with water and wouldn’t work after that. ... "
Remote
5would, display, status, monitor, wire
+100%
" ... The unit works very well and the remote monitor allows me to check the status of our shore power very easily. ... "
" ... I would HIGHLY recommend you know with 100% where you are putting this and make sure you don't need the remote display model. ... "
" ... Added benefit is the remote readout. ... "
" ... Would be nice to have longer remote data wire, though it is 15', in the event location for a distribution outlet to motorhome is available, and one could plug a separate cable into the inside data outlet. ... "
" ... Perfect would be the addition of a remote monitoring display! ... More perfect would be the ability to remotely control each power circuit at the post from a remote monitor display! ... "
Defective Delivery
5box, received
+20%
-80%
" ... Box wasn’t sealed. ... "
" ... It was defective! ... "
" ... Package had been opened and used. ... "
" ... The box clearly states : "carefully sealed for your protections' yet this seal was broken on both ends of the box. ... "
Storage
4box, storage, inside, terminals, romex
+75%
-25%
" ... For security reasons, I mounted in basement storage compartment ahead of my ATS. ... "
" ... My transfer switch is located inside a tiny space after crawling deep into the storage bay. ... "
" ... The unit installed fairly easily in a small space under a closet and right behind the electrical converter for the RV, so it was simply a matter of cutting the 30 amp service and making a really quick wiring job. ... "
Design
4design, cover, terminals
+75%
-25%
" ... It looks good! ... "
" ... Looks well built. ... "
Device Stand
3mounting
+67%
-33%
" ... I did need to purchase my own mounting screws. ... "
" ... (Literally four screws). ... "
Cable Length
3plug, install, cord, cable, wire
+100%
" ... I needed an additional 4f ft. of Romex 10/2 Orange Cable to do the install. ... "
" ... So I was able to cut the power cord and easily install. ... "
" ... If you can wire a plug, you can handle this. ... "
Hair
3cut, low, install
+100%
" ... However, I’m going to be at ease knowing this will cut power to my coach if there is a power glitch which I hope never happens. ... "
" ... More than once I have had low power issues at an RV park and it is better to have a unit like this cut out than have my A/C compressor and battery charger fry due to low voltage. ... "
" ... Best part is it cuts power back on when it’s safe again! ... "
Call quality
3progressive
+33%
-67%
" ... Call manufacturer with no response. ... "
" ... (Still would not talk to me on the phone). ... "
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