What are Lightning and Surge Protectors?
Lightning and surge protectors are devices whose purpose is to eliminate transients on a conductor which are induced by nearby lightning activity. They are used to prevent damage to valuable electronic equipment from these high-voltage surges and spikes.

How are Lightning and Surge Protectors used?
A lightning and surge protector is used inline between devices such as antennas and amplifiers and radios or between connections on Ethernet switches and routers. They are connected via copper cabling (Coaxial, UTP etc.).

Where are Lightning and Surge Protectors used?
Lightning and surge protectors are used in many different applications including outdoor wireless networks, indoor Ethernet network installations and in any instance where the potential for a power surge could damage or destroy communications equipment. They can also be used to protect video equipment which utilizes outdoor mounted PoE cameras.