Can a STO.P be used in non-marine applications – like on cars, and trucks?
A. Absolutely! In fact the same problems we see in marine applications exist in these areas as well. Avionics equipment usually comes with a warning in the instruction manual to keep the equipment off until the engine has started. These manufacturers are well aware of the problem but have not had any way to STOP the problem – until now! With the widespread use of cellular telephones, computers, fax machines and now GPS receivers in vehicles of all types, equipment failure due to spikes, transients and overvoltages are becoming commonplace. Many technicians are just beginning to realize this!
