VEHICLE EMP KITS

T.R.A.P.- AC

$70.00

The T.R.A.P.™ is designed to guard against very fast transients from any source. This includes radiated energy from a nearby lightning strike or an overhead electromagnetic pulse (EMP).

The T.R.A.P.™-AC contains a high-voltage 5,000-watt transient voltage suppression device in a form factor that plugs into the three-prong AC receptacle of an inverter or portable generator.

There are two fundamental ways to protect inverters and portable generators.

1. Enclose the inverter or generator in something conductive. EMP bags and EMP cloth do a great job of providing protection.
2. Use transient protection devices. The Transient Reducing Auxiliary Plugs (T.R.A.P.s) can be inserted into the 12-volt DC auxiliary and 120-volt AC plugs to provide transient protection.

What will a T.R.A.P.™ devices protect against?
The T.R.A.P.™ is designed to guard against very fast transients from any source. This includes radiated energy from a nearby lightning strike or an overhead electromagnetic pulse (EMP).

How can the T.R.A.P.™ devices be effective against an EMP when they’re so small?
The danger to inverters and portable generators from an EMP is the high voltage that is introduced on the cables from E1 and E2. Those transient voltages are extremely brief in time (from nanoseconds to microseconds) and can therefore be suppressed using small devices. This is distinctly different than the case with homes, which would also experience a powerful E1 current surge from the power grid.

Can you use more than one T.R.A.P.™ in a generator or inverter?
Absolutely. Putting energy “traps” at multiple points in your generator or inverter helps to better shunt away the unwanted energy.

Does the T.R.A.P.™-AC have an outlet on the back side?
No. The back of the T.R.A.P.™-AC is enclosed. It does not pass power through it.

T.R.A.P. EMP Vehicle Protection Kit

$250.00

The EMP Vehicle Protection Kit is a combination of the different vehicle protection devices. Use these on your vehicle to protect it from transients-like load changes, lightning strikes, conducted transients, and even an EMP. This bundle includes: 1 T.R.A.P., 1 T.R.A.P.-B, and 2 Vehicle Ferrites. Save money when you purchase these parts together. Parts are also sold individually.

Vehicles are protected using three products: T.R.A.P.s, T.R.A.P.-Bs, and High-saturation Car Ferrites

The T.R.A.P.™ Transient Reducing Auxiliary Plug is a multi-purpose transient protection device. Each plug contains a 5,000-watt transient voltage suppression device with a turn on time under 1 picosecond. The T.R.A.P.™ is easy to install – just plug the device into the 12-Volt auxiliary receptacle ( cigarette lighter). The device is 3″ long, so please ensure there is room to insert the plug.

The T.R.A.P.™-B contains the same 5,000-watt transient voltage suppression device in a form that can be easily connected across a vehicle’s battery terminals.

High-saturation ferrites can be installed on the battery wires to reduce high-frequency current transients.

How can the T.R.A.P.™ be effective against an EMP when it’s so small?
The danger to vehicles from an EMP is the high voltage that is introduced on the cables from E1 and E2. Those transient voltages are extremely brief in time (from nanoseconds to microseconds) and can therefore be suppressed using small devices. This is distinctly different than the case with homes, which would also experience a powerful E1 current surge from the power grid.

Can you use more than one T.R.A.P.™ in a vehicle?
Absolutely. Putting energy “traps” at multiple points in your vehicle helps to better shunt away the unwanted energy. Maximum protection is achieved by using a T.R.A.P.™ in every auxiliary power outlet, as well as using the T.R.A.P.™-B across the vehicle’s battery.

Does a T.R.A.P.™ protect a vehicle when the vehicle is powered off?
The T.R.A.P.™ provides transient protection even with the ignition switch turned off because interconnected cable assemblies can still receive damaging energy. The T.R.A.P.™ continues to act as a high-frequency energy sink when the vehicle is unpowered.

Will a T.R.A.P.™ or T.R.A.P.™-B drain my battery?
T.R.A.P.™ products draw essentially zero current except when there is a significant overvoltage, so they will not drain your battery.

How do I change out the ring terminals on the T.R.A.P.-B?
Below is a video showing how to swap the ring terminals on the T.R.A.P.-B.

How long will they last?
The T.R.A.P.™ and T.R.A.P.™-B devices are designed to withstand any normal vehicle transient as well as a nuclear-generated EMP without damage.

Are these devices good quality?
The T.R.A.P.™ and T.R.A.P.™-B devices are hand assembled in the US and constructed from the highest quality materials (see below).

T.R.A.P.™- The plug is made with bronze, nickel-plated negative contacts, gold-plated center contact, and Bakelite body. It is rated for 25 Amps continuous, much more than is needed for voltage transients. The transient voltage suppression component is ultra high reliability (AEC Q101 qualified), has a turn-on time of < 1 picosecond, and can suppress up to 5,000 Watts!

T.R.A.P.™-B– The weatherproof module is IP68 rated with integrated rubber o-rings, automotive-grade wire, copper terminals, and marine-grade heatshrink. It contains the same AEC Q101 qualified transient suppression device as the T.R.A.P.™ but in a more convenient form factor for use across the battery.

What are high-saturation ferrites?
Ferrites are devices that clamp around power wires to reduce high-frequency current transients. Most ferrites will saturate and stop providing protection when more than a couple of amps flow through the wires. The custom-made, high-saturation, auto ferrites sold here are modified to allow significantly more current through the part before saturating. Watch the video below to better understand their function and installation.

Ultimate EMP Kit – Complete Auto and Home Protection

$1,299.99

Introducing the Ultimate EMP Kit – Defend against electromagnetic pulses (EMPs) for both your vehicle and home electronics. This comprehensive kit is designed for easy installation and compatibility for the majority of your everyday devices. Ensure your peace of mind in an unpredictable world by reinforcing your assets with the Ultimate EMP Kit featuring a Faraday Small Generator Dry Bag for added versatility.

Faraday Small Generator Dry Bag: The Faraday Dry Generator Bag is designed for travel and storage of generators, computer towers, and equipment. This bag will keep your gear dry and secure with its watertight seal and signal-blocking design. Three layers of CYBER NC(Nickel/Copper) line the interior, providing EMP protection, RF/EMF shielding, and location blocking. The Dry Generator Bag features MOLLE webbing on the front and back for attaching smaller gear. With multiple handles and tightening straps, the bag has a sleek design that is easy to carry. The Dry Generator Bag measures 11″ L x 15.5″W x 20″H when closed.

Protect smaller generators and any other items that fit in the Small Generator Dry Bag. We are taking shielding to the next level with a triple layer of 85 dB (400Mhz-4Ghz) CYBER fabric along with an outer layer of durable tarpaulin, saving your gear from hacking, EMPs, and water. Our secure clip and roll closure is easy to open for quick access to your device.

Additional features include:

Clip and roll seal for enhanced blocking
Three layers of CYBER fabric
High-quality exterior waterproof construction and durability
Integrated MOLLE System
Measures 11″L x 15.5″W x 20″H when closed

EMP Home Protection Kit: 3 House Ferrites + SIEMENS FS™ PRO 140: Protect your home from an EMP strike with the EMP Home Protection Kit, only available at Faraday Defense. This kit contains 1 SIEMENS FS™ PRO 140 and 3 House Ferrites, providing lightning and EMP protection. Install on your breaker box.

Whole House Ferrites: These custom ferrites are made of special high-frequency material and uniquely modified to help prevent high-current saturation. A ferrite is clamped around the insulated incoming power wires in your breaker panel. Most homes require three ferrites, but a few homes may require four.

SIEMENS FS™ PRO 140: Protecting your home or shop from the threat of EMP is critical. Having the correct components installed to protect your home or shop is just as critical. The best way we know to do that is by taking 3 simple steps highlighted below. The FS™ PRO 140 KA fulfills one of the most important steps, which is having a quality whole-house surge protection device. It has 140,000 Amps of surge current capacity per phase. Siemens believes today’s residential surge protectors come up short when protecting today’s modern home filled with smart appliances and electronics. This is why we developed our FirstSurge commercial class total home surge protectors. Installed at your load center, FirstSurge will stop surges before they get into your home. FirstSurge is offered in three levels of protection depending upon geographic location and the storm activity where you live. When FirstSurge wears out, its commercial class 3-stage notification diagnostics immediately alerts you that it needs replacing. Knowing you’re surge protected with commercial class protection gives you peace of mind that your smart appliances and electronics will always be surge protected.

EMP Vehicle Protection Kit: The EMP Vehicle Protection Kit is a combination of the different vehicle protection devices. Use these on your vehicle to protect it from transients-like load changes, lightning strikes, conducted transients, and even an EMP. This bundle includes: 1 T.R.A.P., 1 T.R.A.P.-B, and 2 Vehicle Ferrites.

The T.R.A.P.™ Transient Reducing Auxiliary Plug is a multi-purpose transient protection device. Each plug contains a 5,000-watt transient voltage suppression device with a turn on time under 1 picosecond. The T.R.A.P.™ is easy to install – just plug the device into the 12-Volt auxiliary receptacle ( cigarette lighter). The device is 3″ long, so please ensure there is room to insert the plug.

The T.R.A.P.™-B contains the same 5,000-watt transient voltage suppression device in a form that can be easily connected across a vehicle’s battery terminals.

High-saturation ferrites can be installed on the battery wires to reduce high-frequency current transients.

DEFCON™ Vehicle: The DEFCON Vehicle is an ultra-duty surge protection device specifically designed to protect a vehicle’s electronics from damaging electromagnetic energy resulting from an electromagnetic pulse (EMP). The DEFCON Vehicle is capable of shunting away an incredible 270,000 amps of current! Modern vehicles are heavily reliant on electronic components, controlling every aspect of the vehicle. An EMP’s intense and rapid electromagnetic field can induce powerful electrical currents and voltages in the vehicle’s wiring and delicate electronic components, leading to severe damage. This electromagnetic interference can result in critical system upsets and permanent failures, stalling the vehicle and even destroying its engine control unit.

An EMP can disrupt satellite navigation systems, cellular connectivity, and communication with emergency services, leaving occupants stranded and without crucial assistance. Because of this realistic threat, we have developed DEFCON™ Vehicle to act as a shield against an EMP for your vehicle. The idea behind it is simple. The DEFCON™ Vehicle is designed to limit the induced energy that would couple into your vehicle, keeping its electronics from becoming damaged, and ensuring the safety and working status of your vehicle. The DEFCON™ Vehicle comes in a weatherproofed package with ring terminals for easy installation and attachment. The module is also internally waterproofed using a potting compound. The device uses automotive-grade wire, ring terminals, and marine-grade heat shrink tubing, and comes in a convenient form factor for use across the battery terminals.

Voltage: 12-15 volts DC

Current: 9 mA consumption typical

Surge Current:270,000 Amps total

Energy Rating: >2,000 Joules total

Turn-on Speed: <1 ns typical

Size: 4.5″ L x 3.375″ W x 1.875″ H

Wires: Positive, Negative, Ground

Wire Length: 36″

DEFCON™ EMP Alert System: If an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) occurs, most people will remain completely unaware. Only as they discover that many of their modern electronics stopped functioning, will they begin to suspect that something is wrong. The DEFCON™ is designed to detect electrical disturbances resulting from an electromagnetic pulse or a solar coronal mass ejection (CME). This device monitors the power lines and ambient air for damaging disturbances. Once detected, the DEFCON™ provides audible warnings so that additional protective steps can be taken, such as opening the main circuit breaker to prevent home damage.

The DEFCON™is the first low-cost device designed to detect electrical disturbances resulting from an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) or a solar coronal mass ejection (CME). The DEFCON™plugs into any standard 120-volt AC receptacle and draws less than 50 milliamps of current, about the same as a 5-watt nightlight.

How does DEFCON™ warn of an EMP/CME?

The DEFCON™ provides three distinct audible alarms:

(1) a brief ‘beep’ when a very fast E1/E2-type pulse is detected
(2) a long sustained ‘beeeeep’ when an E3 overvoltage condition is detected
(3) a pulsating ‘beep-beep-beep’ when an E3-induced undervoltage condition is detected.

Red lights also become visible when any detection occurs.

Ultimate EMP Kit – Complete Auto and Home Protection

DEFCON™ Vehicle + EMP Vehicle Protection Kit

$720.00 $640.00 Save $80.00

DESCRIPTION

Modern vehicles are heavily reliant on electronic components, controlling every aspect of the vehicle. An EMP’s intense and rapid electromagnetic field can induce powerful electrical currents and voltages in the vehicle’s wiring and delicate electronic components, leading to severe damage. This electromagnetic interference can result in critical system upsets and permanent failures, stalling the vehicle and even destroying its engine control unit.

An EMP can disrupt satellite navigation systems, cellular connectivity, and communication with emergency services, leaving occupants stranded and without crucial assistance. Because of this realistic threat, we have developed DEFCON™ Vehicle to act as a shield against an EMP for your vehicle. The idea behind it is simple. The DEFCON™ Vehicle is designed to limit the induced energy that would couple into your vehicle, keeping its electronics from becoming damaged, and ensuring the safety and working status of your vehicle.

The DEFCON™ Vehicle comes in a weatherproofed package with ring terminals for easy installation and attachment. The module is also internally waterproofed using a potting compound. The device uses automotive-grade wire, ring terminals, and marine-grade heat shrink tubing, and comes in a convenient form factor for use across the battery terminals.

The DEFCON™ Vehicle can be installed in tight spaces under the hood of your vehicle using the holes and mounting screws. The ring terminals fit most battery post bolt clamp screws. The 36″ long cables let you install it as close or as far away from your battery as needed.

Voltage: 12-15 volts DC

Current: 9 mA consumption typical

Surge Current: 270,000 Amps total

Energy Rating: >2,000 Joules total

Turn-on Speed: <1 ns typical

Not for home use. Do not apply AC voltage.

Size: 4.5″ L x 3.375″ W x 1.875″ H

Three Wire: Positive, Negative, Ground

Questions & Answers:

What is DEFCON™ Vehicle?

The DEFCON™ Vehicle is an ultra-duty surge protection device specifically designed to protect a vehicle’s electronics from damaging electromagnetic energy resulting from an electromagnetic pulse (EMP). Constructed using state-of-the-art metal oxide varistor technology, the DEFCON™ Vehicle is capable of shunting away an incredible 270,000 amps of current! When combined with the lightning-fast Transient Reducing Auxiliary Plug (TRAP) products and high-saturation current-damping ferrites, the DEFCON™ Vehicle is the latest addition to the world’s first comprehensive EMP auto protection system.

How does DEFCON™ Vehicle Work?

DEFCON™ Vehicle protects your vehicle by shunting (shorting) the over voltage coming into your vehicle’s electrical system. DEFCON™ Vehicle will “see” the surge and react in less than 1 billionth of a second. Since the shunting is completed incredibly fast, the over voltage is drained away from the vehicle before the voltage can rise high enough to produce any damage.

Do I need a DEFCON™ Vehicle if I already have an EMP Vehicle Kit?

The DEFCON™ Vehicle is designed to be an excellent addition to the EMP Vehicle Kit. It offers approximately 400 times the energy absorption and more than 2,700 times the max surge current of the TRAP-B. It is also designed with different turn on characteristics to supplement the Vehicle Kit, as well as a power-on indicator to let the user know that it is still active.

Does the DEFCON™ Vehicle work as a stand alone product or as a replacement to the EMP Vehicle Kit?

Although DEFCON™ Vehicle is a supplemental device designed to be added to the current Auto Protection Kit, it would function just fine as a standalone device too. The TRAPs and DEFCON™ Vehicle device both provide transient protection, but each using different technologies. The TRAPs use super-fast TVS diodes, and the DEFCON™ Vehicle uses slightly less fast (but very hefty) metal-oxide varistors.

Is there anything the DEFCON™ Vehicle is able to block that the EMP Vehicle Kit can’t?

DEFCON™ Vehicle could protect against indirect lightning better than the EMP Vehicle Kit. It also protects from unwanted transients caused from vehicle malfunctions.

When using the DEFCON™ Vehicle and the EMP Vehicle Kit together, is it safe to double up at the battery location with DEFCON™ Vehicle and the TRAP-B?

Yes, it is perfectly safe for both to be hooked up to the battery at once.

For a diesel engine with two batteries, do I need two DEFCON™ Vehicle units?

Yes, we would recommend this, to ensure that both electrical systems are protected.

Does the DEFCON™ Vehicle work for solar flares and CME’s?

Contrary to popular thinking, solar flares and CME’s will not affect vehicles. CME’s produce very low frequencies and only couple into long conductors that are miles long. In the unlikely event that a CME were to couple radiated energy into a vehicle, the DEFCON™ Vehicle would offer protection.

Will the DEFCON™ Vehicle protect my vehicle from lightning?

The DEFCON™ Vehicle introduces transient that may shunt away energy from a lighting strike, preventing damage to the vehicle’s electronics.

Will a lightning strike or EMP destroy the DEFCON™ Vehicle, and is it reusable?

An EMP will not destroy the DEFCON™ Vehicle. A direct lightning strike will destroy pretty much anything, including the DEFCON™ Vehicle, however, this is extremely rare, as most lightning strikes are indirect and will not damage the device.

Will the indicator light on the DEFCON™ Vehicle drain my battery?

Most car peripherals try to limit their off-state current draw to under 15 milliamps. The DEFCON™ Vehicle indicator light draws 9 milliamps of current. Typical car batteries have around 55,000 milliamps-hours of capacity. Therefore, even if the vehicle sat for an entire month unused, the light would only draw off about 10% of the battery.

How do I mount the DEFCON™ Vehicle?

The DEFCON™ Vehicle attaches across a standard 12-volt automobile battery. Installation instructions will be included in the package, along with a link to a video of the installation process.

What does the indicator light mean?

The DEFCON™ Vehicle indicator light indicates that the unit is receiving power and therefore properly connected to the battery. If the unit is compromised, the indicator light will turn off.

Does the DEFCON™ Vehicle work even when my vehicle is turned off?

Yes, like the EMP Vehicle Kit, the DEFCON™ Vehicle is designed to protect both when the vehicle is on or off.

Is there a warranty on the DEFCON™ Vehicle?

The DEFCON™ Vehicle comes with a 10-year limited lifetime warranty.

Comparing TRAPs to DEFCON™ Vehicle

	TRAP	TRAP-B	DEFCON™ Vehicle
Energy Absorption	5 Joules	5 Joules	>2,000 Joules
Surge Current	95 Amps	95 Amps	270,000 Amps
Protection Technology	TVS Diode	TVS Diode	MOV
Turn-on Speed	<1 ps typical	<1 ps typical	< 1 ns typical
Power-on Indicator	No	No	Yes
Installation	Plugs in auxiliary receptacle	Connects across battery terminals	Connects across battery terminal and to chassis, mounts to vehicle frame

DEFCON™ Vehicle + EMP Vehicle Protection Kit

DEFCON™ Vehicle

$439.99

DESCRIPTION

Modern vehicles are heavily reliant on electronic components, controlling every aspect of the vehicle. An EMP’s intense and rapid electromagnetic field can induce powerful electrical currents and voltages in the vehicle’s wiring and delicate electronic components, leading to severe damage. This electromagnetic interference can result in critical system upsets and permanent failures, stalling the vehicle and even destroying its engine control unit.

An EMP can disrupt satellite navigation systems, cellular connectivity, and communication with emergency services, leaving occupants stranded and without crucial assistance. Because of this realistic threat, we have developed DEFCON™ Vehicle to act as a shield against an EMP for your vehicle. The idea behind it is simple. The DEFCON™ Vehicle is designed to limit the induced energy that would couple into your vehicle, keeping its electronics from becoming damaged, and ensuring the safety and working status of your vehicle.

The DEFCON™ Vehicle comes in a weatherproofed package with ring terminals for easy installation and attachment. The module is also internally waterproofed using a potting compound. The device uses automotive-grade wire, ring terminals, and marine-grade heat shrink tubing, and comes in a convenient form factor for use across the battery terminals.

The DEFCON™ Vehicle can be installed in tight spaces under the hood of your vehicle using the holes and mounting screws. The ring terminals fit most battery post bolt clamp screws. The 36″ long cables let you install it as close or as far away from your battery as needed.

Voltage: 12-15 volts DC

Current: 9 mA consumption typical

Surge Current: 270,000 Amps total

Energy Rating: >2,000 Joules total

Turn-on Speed: <1 ns typical

Size: 4.5″ L x 3.375″ W x 1.875″ H

Wires: Positive, Negative, Ground

Wire Length: 36″

Not for home use. Do not apply AC voltage.