Type 1+2 Combined Protection | 40kA DC SPD | 1500V Solar PV Surge Arrester

Standard: IEC/EN 61643-31

Surge Rating: Imax=40kA (8/20 µs)

Voltage protection level (Up):<5,2kV

IEC/EN Category: Class II / Type 2

Max. continuous operating voltage (Ucpv):1000,1500V

Housing: Pluggable Design

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Product Introduction

EKU5-T1+T2-40PV is a high-performance surge protective device (SPD) engineered specifically for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Classified as a Type 1+2 SPD, it offers robust protection against overvoltage and surges, ensuring reliable performance in critical solar power applications.

 

Benefits of EKU5-T1+T2-40PV

• Enhanced Safety: Provides reliable surge protection for solar PV systems, safeguarding electrical components.

• Wide Operating Range: Supports up to 1500V DC, making it suitable for modern high-voltage solar installations.

• Easy Integration: Designed for quick installation on 35mm DIN rails, ensuring seamless setup.

• Durable Design: Manufactured with thermal plastic material, resistant to heat and external factors.

• Remote Monitoring: Integrated remote signaling for efficient status tracking.

 

Ensure your solar PV system remains protected against damaging lightning strikes and electrical surges with ETEK's professional-grade EKU5-T1+T2-40PV surge protection devices. Designed for maximum reliability in harsh environmental conditions, these SPDs help maintain system uptime and prevent costly equipment damage.

Product Parameters

No.of poles

3P

Location of Use

String box, Inverter

Mode of protection

(DC+)-PE,(DC-)-PE,(DC+)-(DC-)

Protective elements

High Energy MOV

Maximum continuous operating DC voltage

Ucpv

1000V

1500V

Norminal discharge current (8/20μs)

In

20kA

Impulse discharge current (10/350μs)

Iimp

6.25kA

Total discharge current (10/350μs)

ITotal

12.5kA

Total discharge current (8/20μs)

ITotal

40kA

Maximum discharge current (8/20μs)

Imax

40kA

Voltage protection level (DC+)-PE,(DC-)-PE

Up

4.0kV

5.2kV

Voltage protection level (DC+)-(DC-)

Up

4.0kV

5.2kV

Response time

tA

≤25ns

Operating temperature range

Tu

-40℃ to +80℃

Operating state/fault indication

Green/Red

Cross-section area (Min.)/(Max.)

4mm²/35mm²

Mounting

35 mm DIN Rail, EN 60715

Enclosure material

Thermal Plastic UL94-V0

Degree of protection

IP20 (built-in)

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