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EMP Shield Plug-In 120V EMP & Lightning Protection | EXT-120

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SKU: EXT-120
$399.00

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EMP Shield EXT-120 plug-in unit with green ON light, red power cord and three-prong plug

EMP Shield Plug-In 120V EMP Protection Plugs Into A Standard Outlet And Covers That Whole Electrical Phase With No Hardwiring

The EXT-120 is EMP Shield's plug-in model for standard U.S. 120V AC wall outlets. EMP Shield offers it as its portable unit for RVs, campers, apartments, camping, travel and computers. According to EMP Shield, it guards against all phases of an EMP (E1, E2 and E3), coronal mass ejections (CME), lightning and power surges.

It is made for people who cannot or would rather not wire anything into a breaker panel, such as renters, RV owners and anyone running a small 110-volt generator. EMP Shield says that plugging it into a non-GFI outlet protects the entire electrical phase that outlet sits on. In a camper, that means the camper's whole electrical system and every device plugged into it.


EMP Shield Plug-In 120V EMP Protection Features

No Hardwiring And No Electrician

EMP Shield calls the plug-in model the easiest way to protect your most important devices, without hardwiring or professional installation. You plug it into a standard wall outlet and it goes to work. When you move, it comes with you.

Covers The Phase, Not Just The Outlet

Many plug-in surge devices only look after what is plugged into them. EMP Shield says this unit protects the entire phase of the outlet it is plugged into, so other outlets and devices on that same phase share the coverage.

15-Amp Plug For Outlets And Small Generators

EMP Shield describes the EXT-120 as a 15-amp plug-in. It says the unit protects a 110-volt generator or a camper by simply plugging it into the outlet. The unit connects through a red cord with a standard three-prong plug.

228kA Surge Capacity With Sub-Nanosecond Response

EMP Shield rates the plug-in model for a surge capacity of 228kA (114kA nominal discharge current). EMP Shield states that the unit starts shunting over-voltage in less than one nanosecond, moving excess energy away from what is plugged in.

Lab Testing And A Made-In-Kansas Build

EMP Shield reports testing at Keystone Compliance to MIL-STD-188-125-1, MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464C and RS-105, and states its products are listed by the Department of Homeland Security in its EMP resilience report. A green ON light sits on the front label. EMP Shield is veteran-owned and builds its units in Kansas, USA.


Real-World Applications

RVs And Campers. Plug the unit into a camper outlet and EMP Shield says the camper's entire electrical system and the devices plugged into it are protected.

Apartments And Rentals. When you cannot touch the building's panel, a plug-in model gives you protection you can set up yourself and take with you.

110-Volt Generators. EMP Shield says the plug-in model protects a 110-volt generator when it is plugged into the generator's outlet.

Home Offices And Electronics. EMP Shield lists computers, entertainment systems, office setups and personal electronics as good uses for the 120V model.

Workshops And Critical Rooms. EMP Shield also names workshops and critical rooms, and suggests the plug-in as an added layer beyond a whole-home system.


Practical Comparison

Plug-In 120V Versus Power Strip Surge Protector

A typical power strip surge protector covers only the devices plugged into it. EMP Shield says the EXT-120 covers the whole phase of its outlet and rates it at 228kA surge capacity. If you are comparing, check the power strip's own label for its rating.

Plug-In 120V Versus EXT/240V Model

EMP Shield makes a second plug-in, the EXT/240V, for 240V outlets that serve washers, dryers, heavy tools and specialized equipment, as well as select RVs and international use. The EXT-120 is the one for standard 120V U.S. wall outlets. EMP Shield gives both the same 114kA and 228kA ratings.

Plug-In Unit Versus Whole-Home Panel Unit

A whole-home panel unit is wired into the breaker panel and stays with the house. The plug-in needs no wiring, moves with you and can work alone or as an extra layer next to a panel unit.


Buyer Guidance

Choosing The Right Outlet

EMP Shield says to plug the unit into a regular non-GFI outlet, not a GFI outlet. The EXT-120 is for standard 120V AC outlets; for a 240V outlet, look at the EXT/240V instead.

Who Can Set It Up

Anyone can. EMP Shield says the plug-in model needs no hardwiring and no professional installation, which makes it a fit for renters, travelers and RV owners.

This May Be A Good Fit If

  • You rent and cannot modify the breaker panel
  • You travel in an RV or camper
  • You run a 110-volt generator
  • You want to protect a computer or office setup
  • You want an extra layer beyond a whole-home unit

Common Questions

Can I Use A GFI Outlet?

EMP Shield says to use a non-GFI outlet. Plugged into a regular outlet, the unit protects that entire phase.

Will It Fit A 240V Outlet?

No. The EXT-120 uses a standard U.S. 120V wall outlet plug. EMP Shield's EXT/240V model is the plug-in for 240V outlets.

Can It Go With Me When I Move Or Travel?

Yes. Because it plugs in rather than wires in, you can unplug it and use it at the next apartment, campsite or workshop.

What Warranty Does EMP Shield Give?

EMP Shield gives a 10-year limited warranty for defects in materials and workmanship and will repair or replace the unit. If lightning destroys it, EMP Shield replaces it for $50 when the destroyed unit is sent in. A separate EMP Shield protection policy can cover damaged connected electronics up to $25,000 when its conditions are met, such as a claim within 30 days with other insurance claimed first.


What's Included

  • 1 x EMP Shield EXT-120 Plug-In 120V Unit

Portable Protection For The Places You Live And Travel

The EMP Shield Plug-In 120V EMP Protection unit brings EMP, CME, lightning and surge protection to apartments, RVs, generators and home offices without a single wire to connect. If you have questions about your outlet or setup, the Outbound Power team will be happy to help.


EMP Shield Plug-In 120V EMP & Lightning Protection Specifications

Model
Brand EMP Shield
Model EXT/120V
SKU EXT-120
Type Plug-in, portable
Electrical
Voltage 120V AC
Plug Standard U.S. wall outlet plug, 15 amp
Outlet Type Non-GFI outlet
Coverage Entire electrical phase of the outlet (per EMP Shield)
Nominal Discharge Current (In) 114kA
Surge Capacity 228kA
Response Time Less than 1 nanosecond (per EMP Shield)
Protection
Threats Covered EMP (E1, E2, E3), CME, lightning, power surges
Test Lab Keystone Compliance (per EMP Shield)
Test Standards MIL-STD-188-125-1, MIL-STD-461G, MIL-STD-464C, RS-105
Installation
Setup Plug in, no hardwiring or professional installation
Indicator Green ON light
Physical
Cord Red cord with three-prong plug
Made In Kansas, USA
Warranty
Limited Warranty 10 years, defects in materials and workmanship
Lightning Replacement $50 with the destroyed unit sent in
Connected Equipment Policy Up to $25,000, conditions apply

EMP Shield EXT-120 Manual

EMP Shield EXT-120 Manual

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