{"id":16579,"date":"2023-04-09T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-09T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/?p=16579"},"modified":"2023-04-09T07:47:25","modified_gmt":"2023-04-09T11:47:25","slug":"how-to-secure-your-rv-surge-protector-6-security-measures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-to-secure-your-rv-surge-protector\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Secure Your RV Surge Protector: 6 Security Measures"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>RV surge protectors are a vital part of any RVer&#8217;s toolkit. They <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/what-is-an-rv-surge-protector\/\">provide protection from voltage spikes and surges<\/a> that can damage RV appliances and electronics. Unfortunately, they are also a prime target for thieves. As an RV owner, you must be aware of the risk of theft when leaving it unattended. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to know <strong>how to secure your RV surge protector<\/strong>, keep reading. We&#8217;ll explore various ways to keep it locked so no one can steal it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_58 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-65b7905463ab8\" ><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-65b7905463ab8\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-65b7905463ab8\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-to-secure-your-rv-surge-protector\/#How_to_Secure_Your_RV_Surge_Protector\" title=\"How to Secure Your RV Surge Protector\">How to Secure Your RV Surge Protector<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-to-secure-your-rv-surge-protector\/#1_Park_the_RV_in_a_well-lit_area\" title=\"1. Park the RV in a well-lit area\">1. Park the RV in a well-lit area<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-to-secure-your-rv-surge-protector\/#2_Tie_with_a_bicycle_chain_and_padlock\" title=\"2. Tie with a bicycle chain and padlock\">2. Tie with a bicycle chain and padlock<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-to-secure-your-rv-surge-protector\/#3_Protect_with_a_cable_lock\" title=\"3. Protect with a cable lock\">3. Protect with a cable lock<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-to-secure-your-rv-surge-protector\/#4_Use_a_ball_plug_lock\" title=\"4. Use a ball plug lock\">4. Use a ball plug lock<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-to-secure-your-rv-surge-protector\/#5_Use_a_lockbox\" title=\"5. Use a lockbox\">5. Use a lockbox<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-to-secure-your-rv-surge-protector\/#6_Install_a_security_camera\" title=\"6. Install a security camera\">6. Install a security camera<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-to-secure-your-rv-surge-protector\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Secure_Your_RV_Surge_Protector\"><\/span><strong>How to Secure Your RV Surge Protector<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since portable surge protectors stay outside of the trailer, it&#8217;s easy for opportunistic thieves to snatch them. But don&#8217;t worry, we&#8217;re here to help. If you&#8217;re worried about how to keep an RV surge protector from getting stolen, here are a few protective measures to take:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Park_the_RV_in_a_well-lit_area\"><\/span><strong>1. Park the RV in a well-lit area<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, it may not sound like a proper security measure, but it works wonders in deterring potential criminals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thieves always look for an easy target, and they&#8217;re more likely to go for a trailer in a dark, secluded spot. But if your rig is in a well-lit area, it&#8217;s much less likely to be targeted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pilferers don&#8217;t want to be seen, and a well-lit area makes it more likely they&#8217;ll be caught.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Tie_with_a_bicycle_chain_and_padlock\"><\/span><strong>2. Tie with a bicycle chain and padlock<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A bicycle chain and padlock seem to be the most suitable option if you&#8217;re looking for a cheap and easy way to secure the surge protector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;ll make it difficult for thieves to steal it without breaking the chain or damaging the device. So, they are unlikely to try it because of the inconvenience and risk involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/how-to-secure-rv-surge-protector-1024x680.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/how-to-secure-rv-surge-protector-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/how-to-secure-rv-surge-protector-768x510.webp 768w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/how-to-secure-rv-surge-protector-1536x1020.webp 1536w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/how-to-secure-rv-surge-protector.webp 1626w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/how-to-secure-rv-surge-protector-1024x680.jpg\" height=\"680\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/how-to-secure-rv-surge-protector-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/how-to-secure-rv-surge-protector-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/how-to-secure-rv-surge-protector-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/how-to-secure-rv-surge-protector-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/how-to-secure-rv-surge-protector.jpg 1626w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-16586 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"how to keep rv surge protector from getting stolen\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"  > <\/picture><figcaption>A chain and lock provide the best protection.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrap the chain around the electrical post, and then run it around the surge protector&#8217;s chord using its two open ends. Finally, lock the chain by putting the padlock through the chain links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f5f5f5\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-many-surge-protector-joules-does-your-rv-need\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/how-many-surge-protector-joules-does-your-rv-need\/\">How Many Surge Protector Joules Does Your RV Need?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Protect_with_a_cable_lock\"><\/span><strong>3. Protect with a cable lock<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Worried about <strong>how to secure your RV surge protector<\/strong>? A cable lock is possibly a good option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it&#8217;s cheap, a burglar has to use a bolt cutter to cut it down. It&#8217;s unlikely that they will go to this length to steal a surge protector.<br>Choose weatherproof cable locks, possibly those made of steel, so they don&#8217;t catch rust or other damage in outside conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrap the cable around the power outlet and surge protector&#8217;s chord. Create a tight loop, so there should not be any space to loosen it up. Use two cables to tie up the top and bottom parts of the surge protector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Use_a_ball_plug_lock\"><\/span><strong>4. Use a ball plug lock<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A ball plug lock could create an extra layer of protection in addition to a cable lock or bicycle chain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The paddock that comes with it is not very robust. So, you should purchase a high-quality padlock to strengthen your security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That being said, anyone can easily smash a ball plug lock. But when you use it with a chain or cable lock, opportunist burglars won&#8217;t go to the length of breaking two safety accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Use_a_lockbox\"><\/span><strong>5. Use a lockbox<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How to lock your <a title=\"best surge protector for RV\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/best-rv-surge-protector-reviews\/\">RV surge protector<\/a>? A lockbox is an answer. Some surge protectors may come with it, or you can purchase one separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep the protector inside the lockbox, then lock it up with a key. In that case, stealing the protector will require the thief to dismantle the whole lockbox. No one will take that risk because pulling apart the entire thing will create plenty of noise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lockbox may come with a padlock. However, you should replace this one with a high-quality padlock for better security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lockbox only protects the bottom half of the surge protector. So, you still need to use a chain or cable lock for the upper half.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/surge-protectors.webp 1024w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/surge-protectors-300x200.webp 300w,https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/surge-protectors-768x511.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/surge-protectors.jpg\" height=\"681\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/surge-protectors.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/surge-protectors-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rvingtrends.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/surge-protectors-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" class=\"wp-image-16587 sp-no-webp\" alt=\"how to lock your rv surge protector\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\"  > <\/picture><figcaption>Always use two or more security measures. Photo: Crazy Family Adventure<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Install_a_security_camera\"><\/span><strong>6. Install a security camera<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It may sound overkill, but a security camera works wonders in deterring thieves. You may install one for the overall security of your RV and extend the coverage to watch over the surge protector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A security camera will help you monitor the area around your RV and identify any potential thieves. If you notice someone suspicious lurking around the rig, you can easily capture their image and send it to the police or campsite authority for further investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only will this help protect your surge protector from theft, but it will also keep you worry-free. You can sleep better knowing you&#8217;re doing everything possible to keep yourself and your property safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you are worried about <strong>how to secure your RV surge protector<\/strong>, there are multiple steps you can take. Combining two or more security measures will effectively thwart almost all possible break-in attempts by thieves. 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They provide protection from voltage spikes and surges that can damage RV appliances and electronics. Unfortunately, they are also a prime target for thieves. As an RV owner, you must be aware of the risk of theft when leaving it unattended. If you want to know how to secure your RV surge protector, keep reading. We&#8217;ll explore various ways to keep it locked so no one can steal it. 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