Lightning arrester: role and installation

Lightning Protection :

Bipolar impedance Protection against cable heights in DC installations, photovoltaic panels and DC inverter inputs. Available in two models supporting voltages up to 600 or 1000 volts. Consists of retractable cartridges with an end-of-life indicator and a remote Information Report (the cartridge needs to be replaced). Maximum discharge current 40 kA. Rail Installation in a waterproof panel inside or outside the building.





Overcurrent protection is essential to protect overvoltage.
Lightning can damage your home. Protection is possible: lightning protection or lightning protection.

The role of lightning breaks out :



The lightning arrester (or surge protector) protects the electrical installation from excess atmospheric voltage.

Lightning arrester is mandatory in many French sections under the NF C 15-100 standard.

The standard keraunic level is equal to or higher than 25, which means that thunder can be heard at least 25 days a year. The whole south-east of France is concerned.

Lightning can cause surges in luminaires, with the risk of serious damage to devices such as a computer, TV, DVD player, etc.

If the lightning rod protects against the effects of direct lightning, it is useless if the line is affected.

In this case, the high overvoltage generated (sometimes several thousand volts) can damage the electrical appliances connected to the line.

It is the role of lightning to discharge the maximum of these storms on Earth.

Flash Installation

Lightning Protection

Schneider Electric

The lightning rod is installed in the electrical panel, provided that it has a differential circuit breaker. The lightning arrester also requires a branch installation.

This does not exclude the personal protection of the most sensitive electronic equipment by lightning-function electrical bars.

The use of the IPRD may be necessary in particular situations:

TT, TN and terrestrial communication system

Removable light separator and separate circuit breaker on separate rail,

Differential circuit breaker,

CCI greater than 25 kt (consult your sales office).

Target range of attackers:

Head Protection (type 2):

IPRD65r for a high level of risk (very open position)

IPRD40r for Medium risk level,

iPRD20r for a low risk level.

Good protection (type 3):

The iPRD8r provides good protection to the receiver when it comes to more than 30 meters of electrical panels and double links with the impedance upwards.


Terms of use :


Operating temperature: -20 ° C and 60 ° C

Electrical Conditions and lighting

Power supply: 603 or 1000 VDC (nominal).

Current: 15 kA (rated discharge), 40 kA (maximum discharge of 1 max).

Dimension

Width: 5.4 cm

Application

Implementation: DIN rail mounting; cage terminal connection from 2.5 to 35 mm2;

Electrical and other performance

Class of protection

IP protection class: IP 20

Other technical characteristics of the product

Technical characteristics: protection level (higher): 1.6 or 3.9 kV.

Working family

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