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I had most of my computer stuff plugged into a (rather new – about 2 months old) surge protector. I noticed a weird metallic smell coming from it for about a month, but I figured it was just because it was new – until today, where it was just too much to bear. I bought a new power strip for my desk and have been using it for a few hours or so, but when I unplug things or smell the power strip I still get that same sharp, metallic odor.

I have tried it with my old power strip as well, one that I’ve had for quite a while, and the same thing happened. The wall outlet itself doesn’t smell, but any plug put in the strip does. I admit that I’m not the most judicious about turning power strips and devices on and off when plugging and unplugging them, so sometimes things spark when I plug them in – I don’t know if it’s that heat that is creating the smell or something.

This happened at my old house as well so I don’t think it’s an outlet/wiring issue in my house. Is this just something power strips do? I’m a pretty anxious person so I’m worried I could be freaking out over nothing.