Prep Genrl Whole House Generator and EMP Shield

MammaTried

MammaTried

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Hey guys,
I just finished installing a 22kW whole house generator, running off of 1000 gal. propane tank. Psyched to have it. Just ordered three EMP Shield devices (one for the generator, one for the house main panel and one for my truck). I've tried a search and found little to no reference to the EMP Shield product. Interested to hear anyone's thoughts/experience with them, a waste of $$ or sound 'insurance'?

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Thanks in advance!
 
drafter

drafter

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If the DOD has been buying and installing them on US military vehicles since 2017 I have a hard time believing its a scam, otherwise I guess our military is screwed in an EMP event. They’re also building a new facility to meet demand.
 
1911user

1911user

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drafter said:
If the DOD has been buying and installing them on US military vehicles since 2017 I have a hard time believing its a scam, otherwise I guess our military is screwed in an EMP event. They’re also building a new facility to meet demand.
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Do you have any details on real military use of these? I'd like to read more.
 
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WalknTrot

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What really corks it for me is that it's also a pyramid scheme.
Become an affiliate.
Become a reseller.

Sorry if some of you bought in. I guess if it makes you feel safer to have something like this, it serves some purpose.
 
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TammyinWI

TammyinWI

Talk is cheap
WalknTrot said:
What really corks it for me is that it's also a pyramid scheme.
Become an affiliate.
Become a reseller.

Sorry if some of you bought in. I guess if it makes you feel safer to have something like this, it serves some purpose.
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Well, there are plenty of upstanding, reputable companies that have affiliates and resellers. Not all of them are "pyramid schemes."
 
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WalknTrot

Veteran Member
TammyinWI said:
Well, there are plenty of upstanding, reputable companies that have affiliates and resellers. Not all of them are "pyramid schemes."
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You are right..I stand corrected. These people are recruiting others to sell for them. A pyramid scheme recruits you to sell and recruit others to sell for them (and you - on a reduced basis). That may come later...

All I ask is before folks fork over $400.00 for a plastic box with a few wires coming out of it, that they consider how accountable a product can be that only needs to work after a catastrophic EMP event. Nobody is going to prioritize asking for their $400 back...that's for sure. They will have other major concerns for a long time.

Also, google the product with the word "scam". I'm not the only one with doubts.
 
MammaTried

MammaTried

Contributing Member
Understood WalknTrot- I've done the research (as limited as it is on the efficacy of their product). Point taken- if it doesn't work, nobody is going to be knocking down their door for a refund. Short of doing some major construction to alleviate the risk, I figured the spend on this is worth the shot. I'll be sure to report back if it does (or doesn't) work. ;)
 
drafter

drafter

Veteran Member
WalknTrot said:
What really corks it for me is that it's also a pyramid scheme.
Become an affiliate.
Become a reseller.

Sorry if some of you bought in. I guess if it makes you feel safer to have something like this, it serves some purpose.
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So how then how does one protect a vehicle from EMP. Are you telling me our modern military vehicles are running around with carburetors, points ignition and vacuum tube radios? I’d love to know. Magic box with wires maybe? You can’t have something inside a faraday cage and still be able to use it so that isn’t it. Why do you feel that technology would never find its way into the private sector after decades?
 
1911user

1911user

Veteran Member
Short version, they are selling something that provides some protection from indirect lightning if installed properly. The primary electronic component they are using is called a transzorb which is short for transient absorber; essentially 2 zener diodes back to back with a bipolar selectable breakdown voltage. I have used and specified them before. If the diode bipolar breakdown voltage part is confusing, that is my big beef with the company. They don't want to educate customers. They want to baffle them with tech BS and buzzwords most won't understand, but it sounds really advanced and useful. Is what they offer worth $400? Ask an electrician what a whole house surge suppressor would cost. That's what they are selling, but EMP protection sounds so much sexier. The power surge from indirect lightning can cause electrical damage, so devices like this can be useful. I just despise their marketing tactics. The companies CAGE code is 87FR0. I couldn't find any government sales, but feel free to search for yourself. Post if you find something.

As far as military vehicle design, almost every part will have specifications and requirements including what testing is required to prove that it meets specification. That goes for electrical and mechanical parts plus the overall vehicle including any expected environmental exposure.

As far as EMP goes, read a recent post by Loup then decide what you need. Even if some parts don't make sense, read to the ending. Even if you've read other things by Loup, read this one. Here's the direct link:
 
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