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product_id: 53245381
title: "APC Essential PM5U-UK Surge Arrest with 5 Outlets and 2 USB Charging Ports"
brand: "apc"
price: "VT43479"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/53245381-apc-essential-pm5u-uk-surge-arrest-with-5-outlets-2
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# 24kA surge protection 2 USB charging ports 5 outlets (1 block spaced) APC Essential PM5U-UK Surge Arrest with 5 Outlets and 2 USB Charging Ports

**Brand:** apc
**Price:** VT43479
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Power up smart, stay protected smarter!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** APC Essential PM5U-UK Surge Arrest with 5 Outlets and 2 USB Charging Ports by apc
- **How much does it cost?** VT43479 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/53245381-apc-essential-pm5u-uk-surge-arrest-with-5-outlets-2)

## Best For

- apc enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted apc brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile Power Hub:** Five outlets including a block-spaced socket to accommodate bulky plugs without compromise.
- • **Dual USB Charging Ports:** Charge smartphones, tablets, and accessories simultaneously—cut the clutter, not the power.
- • **Real-Time Safety Alerts:** LED indicators for surge protection status and wiring faults keep you informed and in control.
- • **Fail-Safe Circuit Disconnect:** Automatic shutdown if protection is compromised, ensuring zero risk to your valuable electronics.
- • **Industrial-Strength Surge Defense:** Protect your devices from power spikes up to 24,000 amps—because your tech deserves the best shield.

## Overview

The APC Essential PM5U-UK Surge Arrest is a premium surge protector featuring 5 power outlets (including one block-spaced), 2 USB charging ports, and robust 24kA surge protection. Designed for home and office use, it safeguards sensitive electronics with fail-safe circuitry that disconnects power if compromised, while LED indicators provide real-time status updates. With a 1.8-meter cord and EMI/RFI noise filtering, it’s the essential defense for your devices against unpredictable power disturbances.

## Description

From the manufacturer Power protection for your home office Defend your home communication devices and family PCs against damage and file destruction from unexpected power grid changes, including surges and even lightning. Our worry-free UPS backup and APC surge protectors deliver industrial-strength protection and reliability for your most important electronics. The APC SurgeArrest Essential series represents the minimum level of surge protection that should be present on any of your computers and household electronics, with most models also providing surge protection for your phone lines. Its state of the art circuitry offers protection for sensitive electronic equipment against larger power surges and multiple surge events. Additional features like plentiful outlets, status indicator LEDs and more make this our best value for surge protection. Building Wiring Fault Indicator - this LED informs users of potentially dangerous wiring problems in the wall circuit. Equipment Protection Policy included APC SurgeArrest Essential 5 Surge protected Outlets 2 USB charging ports Peak Current Common Mode - 24kAmps Cord length - 1,80 Meter Product characteristics Protection working indicator will warn you if its circuitry has been damaged by a heavy strike or power line surge and it is unable to provide 100% protection Fail-safe Mode: once the circuit of an APC SurgeArrest has been compromised, the unit disconnects equipment from the power supply ensuring that no damaging surges reach your equipment EMI and RFI noise filtering - reduces line noise that can cause data loss and keyboard errors. Telephone line surge suppression to protect against dangerous surges traveling along data lines (depending on model). Video (Coax) surge suppression to protect against dangerous surges traveling along data lines (depending on model). Charge and protect smartphones, tablets, cameras, and all other USB-enabled devices via 2 USB port (depending on model).

Review: Good quality, compact power strip - This APC surge arrest has plenty of ports and in a compact format which is ideal to sit on top of my desk and fixed with adhesive putty. It's markedly well made and the two USB ports are great for the occasional charging or to connect my desk fan during summer.
Review: Feels high quality - Had a few products from APC before, they are really well made. At time of purchase it was £20, which was the same as the Belkin surge protector. For the same price, this APC protector can protect from 3 times the surge energy, and as such, is much better equipped to protect your appliances. I would note, that it is quite tall, so if you need it for a compact space, check dimensions first.

## Features

- 5 outlet (1 is block spaced) heavy duty surge protector to protect sensitive home and office electronics from damaging power disturbances including surges and spikes
- Fail Safe mode - if the circuit of an APC SurgeArrest has been compromised the unit disconnects equipment from the power supply ensuring that no damaging surges reach your equipment
- Surge Protection and Wiring Fault LED - Safety Shutters
- 1.80 Meter power cord - 50.000 € Equipment Protection Policy
- Content of delivery: Surge Protector, User manual

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01566M4F6 |
| Amperage | 2.4 Amps |
| Best Sellers Rank | 6,480 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 952 in Electrical Power Accessories |
| Box Contents | APC Essential SurgeArrest 5 outlets 230V UK |
| Brand Name | APC |
| Colour | White |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (109) |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| External Testing Certification | CE |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 38.5L x 7.2W centimetres |
| Item Weight | 670 Grams |
| Manufacturer | APC by Schneider Electric |
| Manufacturer Part Number | PM5U-UK |
| Maximum Current | 2.4 Amps |
| Model Number | PM5U-UK |
| Number of Outlets | 5 |
| Number of Ports | 5 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Surge Protection, Usb Slot |
| Plug Type | Type I |
| Power Plug Type | Type I - 3 pin (Australian) |
| Product Warranty | 2 years repair or replace |
| Recommended Uses For Product | protecting electronic devices from power surges and providing additional outlets and USB charging ports |
| Shape | Flat |
| Total USB Ports | 2 |
| UPC | 731304313854 |
| Voltage | 230 Volts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** APC
- **Colour:** White
- **Special feature:** Surge Protection, Usb Slot
- **Total power outlets:** 5
- **Voltage:** 230 Volts

## Images

![APC Essential PM5U-UK Surge Arrest with 5 Outlets and 2 USB Charging Ports - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51XrnHmyjwL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the joules protection rating?**
A: Dear Valued Customer,

Good day.

Kindly be advised that the Joules protection rating of PM6U-UK is 1836 Joules. You will be able to find this in the Specification Sheet on the link below:

http://www.apc.com/salestools/CLII-9P4NN5/CLII-9P4NN5_R0_EN.pdf

APC Customer Care
Kind Regards,
Charisse

**Q: Are the usb fast charging?**
A: Given that modern devices charge at over 20w and these usb ports can only provide 12w, these aren’t fast charging. Look for minimum power supply of 18w, or even better get a USB C PD charger that will supply 30w+ if you want a measure of future proofing.  

The fastest phones charge now at 100w plus and Qualcomms latest QuickCharge 5 standard is also over 100w.

**Q: Are the twin USB ports live all the time or can they be switched off to save energy?**
A: Dear APC Valued Customer,


To answer your question, the USB ports should always be live as long as the unit is connected to your mains. However, USB ports don't consume power by themselves. Without anything plugged, they are just open-circuits and should not consume any energy.

I hope this helps.


APC Customer Care

Kind Regards,
Red

**Q: Will this product reduce the electrical interference caused by a treadmill?**
A: Hi, just wondering whether this worked for your treadmill? I am having difficulties with my wifi turning off when I use my treadmill. Thank you.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality, compact power strip
*by A***N on 24 November 2025*

This APC surge arrest has plenty of ports and in a compact format which is ideal to sit on top of my desk and fixed with adhesive putty. It's markedly well made and the two USB ports are great for the occasional charging or to connect my desk fan during summer.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Feels high quality
*by J***K on 1 October 2023*

Had a few products from APC before, they are really well made. At time of purchase it was £20, which was the same as the Belkin surge protector. For the same price, this APC protector can protect from 3 times the surge energy, and as such, is much better equipped to protect your appliances. I would note, that it is quite tall, so if you need it for a compact space, check dimensions first.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ good
*by O***A on 26 April 2025*

good quality, using for a year, no complains

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*Last updated: 2026-03-20*