Latest LED smart TVs are equipped with an inbuilt SMPS which has an inbuilt regulator to supply power effectively. With SMPS in place, do we really need a stabilizer to protect LED tv from voltage flections? let’s check that in detail.
Yes, Stabilizers are needed for Led tv’s to protect TVs during extreme voltage fluctuations which cannot be handled by SMPS. Which will affect the panel of the television. Using stabilizers also increases the life span of the television.
Things to consider while choosing a stabilizer for LED tv
- Working range
- Size of the tv
- Setup box connectivity
- Thermal overload protection
- Time delay
Working range is the input voltage that the stabilizer can withstand and keep your television working. Below or beyond the working range will stop the power supply to the television.
Also, tv stabilizers work in a different way compared to air conditioner stabilizers, Tv stabilizers are sold with tv size as one of the specifications to rightly fit into the television.
Current tv setup needs multiple inputs such as setup box, gaming console, etc. it’s always better to plan your stabilizer which can have enough output ports to support your needs.
Safety is indeed in stabilizers, having at least thermal overload protection will last your stabilizer long and time delay will protect your appliance during frequent fluctuations.
Can we use the tv without Stabilizer?
Yes, if you understand the risk. Normally, residential apartments have their own power transformer within the community which will reduce the risk of supplementing power with high variations. Such users can take risk of not having stabilizers for their televisions. That too if there are no significant voltage fluctuations.
Also, if you are residing in the place for a longer time and if you haven’t noticed any frequent fluctuations can also take risks on televisions connecting directly to the power without stabilizers.
When to use a stabilizer for tv?
- Users facing frequent power fluctuations.
- Frequent power cuts.
- The price of the tv is much high.
- Having heavy home appliances running simultaneously.
- The usage of the tv is very high.
- Tv without having SMPS within it.
Can Tv Stabilizer use for any other home appliance?
Tv Stabilizers are specifically designed for televisions to work and don’t have the capacity to withstand the higher load. So, it’s not recommended to use tv stabilizers for any other home appliance, even temporarily.
Also, we don’t use stabilizers for all electric and electronic home appliances we own. We mostly protect only such appliances that run more than 6- 8 hours a day as they are more exposed to risk.
Will my tv warranty be void if tv repaired because of Voltage fluctuations?
That depends on tv specifications and warranty policy, nowadays most of the tv’s are marketing that their TVs can withstand uneven voltage fluctuations and they are providing a warranty even if the power supply is the problem. So, it’s advised to check the warranty terms before you plan to use a tv without a stabilizer.
