Manufacturer | Hughes |
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Brand | Hughes Autoformer |
Item Weight | 3 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 16 x 12 x 5 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | PWD50 |
Manufacturer Part Number | PWD50 |
Special Features | One |
Amperage | 50 Amps |
Voltage | 240 Volts |
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Brand | Hughes Autoformer |
Color | One |
Total Power Outlets | 1 |
Voltage | 240 Volts |
Special Feature | One |
About this item
- Replaceable Surge / Spike Module: Should a large spike happen, surge module is completely replacable instead of replacing the entire unit.
- Wirelessly Monitor voltage, amperage, and wattage on your smartphone in real time using our free mobile app! Oldest and most reliable phone app in the business!
- Complete LED Park Power Diagnostics with wireless fault alerts ensure you are aware of any hazardous park power conditions.
- Customizable Alert Thresholds to warn you when conditions fall outside a specified range.
- Heavy Duty Construction to withstand everyday use at your campsite.
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Easy to install | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.8 | 3.6 |
Value for money | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 2.7 |
Quality of material | 4.8 | 4.9 | — | 4.4 | 4.7 | — |
Easy to use | 4.8 | 5.0 | — | 4.7 | 4.7 | — |
Tech Support | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.7 | — | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | HD Sales US | Amazon.com | JBTools | POWSAF | Rauto Vibe |
number of ports | 1 | 12 | — | 4 | 3 | 8 |
plug type | Type B | Type B | Type B | Type B | Type B | Type B |
amperage | 50 amps | 50 amps | 50 amps | 50 amps | 50 amps | 50 amps |
voltage | 240 volts | 132 volts | — | 240 volts | 240 volts | 125 volts |
material | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Plastic | Metal | Polycarbonate, Polyvinyl Chloride |
compatible devices | — | monitor,smartphone | — | Smartphone | — | Smartphone |
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Power Watchdog Portable Bluetooth 50A Surge Protector
PWD50 Power Watchdog Portable Bluetooth 50A Surge Protector
The PWD50 offers all of the following features:
- 6100 Joules of Surge Protection
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Portable unit to be used outside the RV
- Open neutral, ground, and reverse polarity indicator
- Volt and current monitoring with app
- High or low voltage alert, High or low amperage alert
- Compatible App for Mobile Phone and Tablet
- Kilowatt usage monitor
- Replaceable surge protection
- Ability to analyze park power
- Made to be used outside RV. Locking options included.
Power Watchdog Portable Bluetooth 50A Surge Protector | Power Watchdog Portable Bluetooth 30A Surge Protector | Power Watchdog Portable Bluetooth 50A Surge Protector with EPO | Power Watchdog Portable Bluetooth 30A Surge Protector with EPO | Power Watchdog Hardwire Bluetooth 50A Surge Protector with EPO | Power Watchdog Hardwire Bluetooth 30A Surge Protector with EPO | |
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Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars
1,173
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4.8 out of 5 stars
2,232
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4.6 out of 5 stars
1,074
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4.8 out of 5 stars
2,553
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4.7 out of 5 stars
2,567
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4.5 out of 5 stars
363
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Features | PWD50 | PWD30 | PWD50-EPO | PWD30-EPO | PWD50-EPO-H | PWD30-EPO-H |
Hardwire / Internal Mounting | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
External (Outside RV) Use | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Phone or Tablet App | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Emergency Power Shut Off | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Surge Protection (Joules) | 6100 | 3000 | 6100 | 3000 | 6100 | 3000 |
Service | 50A | 30A | 50A | 30A | 50A | 30A |
Why do you need a Hughes Autoformer?
Hughes Autoformers are designed to increase voltage to your RV and help to eliminate potential low voltage damage to your appliances. The sense circuit in our autoformer will adjust the output based on load demand. Appliance failure can be costly, frustrating, and inconvenient. Hughes Autoformers will enhance and protect your RV experience.
Product Description
The Hughes Power Watchdog Smart Bluetooth Surge Protector is a "smart" RV surge protector. It has Bluetooth connectivity so you can monitor live park power conditions on your smartphone using Hughes mobile app available on iOS and Android platforms. This allows you to wirelessly monitor voltage and current draw on your smartphone. It offers complete LED park power diagnostics with wireless fault alerts and you can set custom alert thresholds. The surge/spike unit is replaceable if you get hit by a large spike, so you won't need to replace the whole unit.
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ASIN | B0791VGVZ1 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #21,416 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #183 in Surge Protectors |
Date First Available | January 16, 2018 |
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Customers like the performance, value, bluetooth connectivity, ease of use, and power monitoring of the power strip. For example, they mention that it works well, is worth the price, and has bluetooth connectivity that helps give you real-time data of the Power status. Opinions are mixed on protection.
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Customers are satisfied with the performance of the power strip. They mention that it works well, hasn't had any issues, and is reliable and dependable. Some say that the adapters used are of high quality. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"This is a pretty good gadget. Works as advertised. Make sure you download the correct app from the manufacturer...." Read more
"...Using high quality adapters this worked perfectly...." Read more
"Well made product and awesome bluetooth feature so you can monitor real-time data from the unit." Read more
"...As far as working. Five stars. Materials-pretty good. Install- Great other than the app confusion. Decent price (I would always prefer to pay less)...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the power strip. For example, they mention it's worth the price, a great purchase, and cheap insurance.
"...This is cheap insurance. Some other reviews are complaining about the app and the bluetooth distance...." Read more
"...Materials-pretty good. Install- Great other than the app confusion. Decent price (I would always prefer to pay less). But as a whole, solid product...." Read more
"...Totally as described in product information. In my view wonderful value for the money and I can now have confidence that a power issue will not..." Read more
"...into your rig with your phone it’s a great product in a reasonable priced product in fact I ended up buying the Hughes auto transformer power supply..." Read more
Customers like the bluetooth connectivity of the power strip. For example, they mention it's great, helps give real-time data of the state of the device, and connects easily. Some say the range is limited. That said, most are happy with the app for phone connection.
"...Using high quality adapters this worked perfectly. The Bluetooth connectivity is amazing and helps give you real time data of the power status,..." Read more
"Well made product and awesome bluetooth feature so you can monitor real-time data from the unit." Read more
"...of voltage under 100 V. Checked the power cord and found I had a poor connection where the 20 Amp home cord mated with the 30 AMP RV cord...." Read more
"...Connects right up, and no issue with the range. I remote view the values from inside the trailer no problem...." Read more
Customers find the power strip easy to use. They mention it's easy to set up on the app, easy to install, and hook up. Customers also appreciate the clear and easy to read panel.
"...Very easy to setup, very well made. Does exactly what it says...." Read more
"...As far as working. Five stars. Materials-pretty good. Install- Great other than the app confusion. Decent price (I would always prefer to pay less)...." Read more
"Easy to install. Install supporting ap to monitor current- line voltage, amps. … I recommend this to monitor and protect RV electrical systems." Read more
"...It was simple and easy. Oh by the way I’m 70 years old. 😁 Would I recommend this new one? You can bet your sweet tush I would!..." Read more
Customers like the power monitoring capabilities of the power strip. They say it's nice to be able to monitor power usage, amperage, and wattage draw. The bluetooth feature allows them to monitor real-time data from the unit. Customers also appreciate the ability to monitor the voltage levels and current. They also love the usage tracking.
"...The Bluetooth connectivity is amazing and helps give you real time data of the power status, wattage, amps drawn, and total wattage pulled since..." Read more
"...out there, but what I use this product for is the ability to monitor power usage...." Read more
"Well made product and awesome bluetooth feature so you can monitor real-time data from the unit." Read more
"Works really well and collects data over time without having to always be blue-tooth connected to your device...." Read more
Customers like the indicator lights on the power strip. They say the lights are excellent, clear, and easy to read for quick indication. They also say everything lights up like it should and it's well put together.
"...Seems well put together, easy to read lights for quick indication, and the remote monitoring is the icing on the cake...." Read more
"...I like the clearness of the status indicator lights on the front." Read more
"Excellent indicator lights, easy to interpret. Has already caught a problem at the power pole before we plugged in our trailer...." Read more
"Everything lit up like it should and high quality product...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the module of the power strip. They mention that it has a replaceable module and surge protector circuit. They also appreciate the option to replace the main box and board if necessary.
"...It has a app to monitor your electric service and a replaceable module if it takes a surge of power." Read more
"...I like the option to replace the board if it does get a surge" Read more
"...And I love the fact that you can change the surge protection circuit without buying a whole new unit." Read more
"...I think it was a great value and I like the fact that you can replace the main box if need be." Read more
Customers are mixed about the protection of the power strip. Some mention it provides great protection against surges coming through campground power pedestals. They like the app to monitor voltage and amps. However, other customers say that it didn't provide protection and was not water resistant.
"...It will protect your investment and keep you safe, and that is important...." Read more
"...This little baby is really awesome. It protects the 5th wheels electronics plus you can also see via the app the power consumption and also if there..." Read more
"...covering with a plastic bag since it it is water resistant, but not water protected. We have been through two torrential rain storms with no problems." Read more
"This is an awesome surge protector! I love how I can see how much energy I’m using...." Read more
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Very easy to setup, very well made. Does exactly what it says. I've had it for a little while now and I now know which systems on my RV are drawing the most power and which leg of the 120 input they're drawing from. All without having to open the electrical panel and install anything. I also appreciate that they place a security ring on the device so you can chain it to something if you're parked in a less than secure park.
I used the 30 amp version for a year and was 100% happy.
We upgraded to 50 amp power and so I got the 50 amp version.
Everything seemed to be working except the 50 amp version wasn't keeping track off KWh. That was one of the important features for me.
I saw here that one other person experienced this. I called the company and they put me in touch with a very nice engineer, David Z.
He told me that I was only the second out of thousands sold to report this issue. The first person returned his, but it worked for David. After giving him the info on what phone and OS I was using we decided to do some testing. He offered me an immediate shipment of a new Power Watchdog if I thought it might be the device.
It turns out that I had the issue on all of my iOS devices. David has an Android device. He got ahold of an iOS device and used it on one of his brand new Power Watchdogs and he had the same problem! I got myself a $20 Android phone just for taking readings, and sure enough I could read mine. No return necessary.
David forwarded our findings to the software team and they are going to work on a fix. The software continues to read the 30 amp version correctly on iOS, so I hope this will be a quick fix.
I want to reiterate that their customer service is impeccable and they will be receiving a fifth star from me as soon as this bug is worked out.
EDIT: Updated to a fifth star, as the iOS app bug was fixed less than a week after I reported it!
There are two apps for similar devices and it wasn't clear until I did some internet searching to figure out why I couldn't connect. Figured it out after like an hour- would have been nice to have a better installation instruction (ie- add pictures instead of general instructions.
As far as working. Five stars. Materials-pretty good. Install- Great other than the app confusion. Decent price (I would always prefer to pay less). But as a whole, solid product. App is easy to use and I love the usage tracking.
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Most important, this provides amps per both 120v inputs so you can better balance loads and avoid generator from tripping both breakers off because only one side exceeded generator breaker rating.
Also monitors voltage per each 120v side to also help you lower distortion by you balancing house loads across each 120v leg to reduce distortion and led flickering by managing voltages to be close to equal.
A little pricey, but priceless in an outage to let you know how much stuff you can power up to the limit of your generator.