have electrical limits. When too many devices are connected, or when appliances with high electricity demands are used improperly, the strip can overheat. In some circumstances, overheating may damage insulation, melt plastic components, produce sparks, or start an electrical fire.
The danger is not always obvious. A power strip may look perfectly normal while carrying more electrical current than it was designed to handle. Some warning signs, such as a warm plug, a burning smell, or a discolored socket, may appear only after the problem has already begun.
Understanding which
