Flawlessly connected, fiercely protected. This Austere® V Series premium appliance wall tap with surge protection is designed specifically for kitchens and small appliances. Surge protectors can wear out over time. Joules - the protective layer of energy that defends your components - are finite. Each time your household is hit with small electrical spikes, your surge protector sacrifices Joules to protect the connected components. Once your unit’s Joules are depleted, your system is no longer protected. The blue protection shield icon LED on this surge protector will cease to illuminate once the Joules have been used and it’s time to replace. This device features 3,000 Joules and is rated to last more than 5x as long as most power products. There are 4 AC outlets and 3 OmniPort USB rapid charging ports - 1 USB-C® PD 20W, 1 USB-C®, and 1 USB-A, sharing 2.4 amps of charging power while protecting all your low-voltage devices. Unlike other power charging options, PD (Power Delivery) can charge a smartphone at up to 20 volts for the fastest possible charge. Our smart ports are designed to minimize charging time for your electronics such as cellphones, tablets, headphones, flashlights, backup batteries, and any other handheld device that charges via USB. And our Component Guarantee assures your devices are protected for up to 5 years. Designed in the USA, Austere® products naturally coexist as part of an entire home ecosystem. Always.