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LIGHTNING AND SURGE PROTECTION

LIGHTNING AND SURGE PROTECTION

Product catalog summary

Overview: The Leutron Main Catalogue 2016 provides comprehensive information on lightning and surge protection solutions for various systems, including power supply, measuring systems, telecommunication, and photovoltaic systems. The catalogue emphasizes the importance of protecting electronic systems from transient surge voltages and lightning strikes.

Surge Protection for Power Supply Systems: The catalogue introduces a new design for multi-pole combined modular arresters, which are pluggable and feature a clear function control indication and status display. These devices are designed for flexible installation and cost-effective wiring. Key features include easy module replacement, remote signaling, and maintenance-free operation due to hermetically sealed spark gaps.

Surge Protection for Measuring Systems and Automatic Control Devices: This section provides a selection guide for interfaces and discusses test categories for communication technology. It highlights pluggable and one-piece surge protective devices (SPDs) for MCR applications, focusing on high discharge capability and low protection levels.

Surge Protection for Information Technology and Telecommunication Installations: The catalogue details SPDs for communication and telecommunication networks, including devices for LSA mounting and various test categories. Accessories and installation guidelines are also provided.

Surge Protection for Transmitting and Receiving Systems: Various SPDs with different connectors (BNC, SMA, FME, N, DIN 7/16) are discussed, catering to SAT/TV/Radio applications.

EMC Filters with Integrated Surge Protection: Line filters up to 200A for DIN rail mounting are described, offering additional protection for power systems.

Monitoring and Testing Equipment: The catalogue includes function testers for GDT and spark-gaps, portable test equipment, and pulse counters to ensure the reliability of surge protection systems.

Rare-Gas-Filled Insulation Spark Gaps: These devices are highlighted for their flexible mounting options and suitability for hazardous areas (ATEX certified).

Protective Devices for AC Applications: The catalogue covers AC-current diverters and arresters for cathodic corrosion protection systems, emphasizing their role in safeguarding AC power systems.

Surge Protection for Photovoltaic Systems: Detailed information on generator connection boxes, inverter protection, and special editions of GAK is provided, along with an overview of surge protection standards for PV systems.

Technical Specifications and Standards: The catalogue includes dimension drawings, installation remarks, and a glossary of technical terms to assist in the proper selection and installation of surge protection devices.

Specifications:

Operating Temperature Range: -40 to +80 °C
Max Conductor Cross Section: 50mm² stranded/35mm² flexible
Recommended Conductor Cross Section: 25 mm²
Max Connection Torque for Terminals: 4.5 Nm
Enclosure Material/Colour: Polycarbonate (halogen-free) UL 94-V0 / yellow
Nominal Voltage AC UN: 230/400 V~
Max Continuous Operating Voltage AC Uc: 255 V~ or 350 V~ depending on the model
Insulation Resistance: >10 GΩ
Protection Level at Lightning Impulse Sparkover Voltage: ≤ 4.0 kV or ≤ 2.5 kV
Response Time: < 50 ns
Lightning Impulse Current: Varies by model, up to 100 kA
Short-Circuit Withstand Capability: 50 kAeff
Max Acceptable Back-Up Fuse: 160 A gL/gG or 250 A gL/gG depending on wiring type

Procedures and Standards:

Test standards include IEC 61643-1 / EN 61643-11.
Vibration and shock resistance according to DIN EN 60068-2-6 and DIN EN 60068-2-27.
Mounting on 35 mm DIN rail.
Degree of protection according to IEC EN 60529: IP 20.

Product Variants:

CT Series: Combined arrester type 1 + 2 for AC power supplies, with high discharge capabilities and low protection levels.
PowerPro BC: Multi-pole arrester for one and three-phase systems, available for all net systems.
Sumpro BC: NPE lightning current arrester based on isolating spark gap technology.

Additional Features:

Remote signalling contact options available.
No leakage currents, allowing installation upstream of power meters.
High insulation resistance and discharge capacity.

Applications: These devices are suitable for use in various power supply systems, including wind energy converters and other installations requiring lightning protection and surge arresters.

Recommendations:

Ensure correct installation according to the specified conductor cross sections and torque settings.
Use appropriate backup fuses as specified for each model to ensure safety and compliance.

Conclusion: The document serves as a comprehensive guide for selecting and understanding the specifications of surge protection devices for IT and telecommunication systems, emphasizing their importance in safeguarding equipment from electrical surges.

Catalog excerpts

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Leutron Main Catalogue 2016 We reserve the right to make alterations in style and form in line with technical developement. The illustrations are non-binding. We do not assume liability for mistakes of printing errors. Reprint, even in extracts, only with approval of the Leutron GmbH. © Leutron GmbH 2015, 2nd Edition 11/2015. P/nN 98 01 86

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Surge protection for power supply systems 2 AC Combined arrester type 1 + 2 + 3 (class I+II+III). . . . . . . . Selection guide PowerPro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SPD type 2 (class II) for AC power supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Selection guide EL series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC Lightning current arrester type 1 (class I). . . . . . . . . . . . . . SPD type 3 (class III) for AC power supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DC Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arresters for Photovoltaic...

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Surge protection with a new design The multi-pole combined modular arresters for protection against lightning strikes and transient surge voltages now have an even more attractive design. In addition to their outstanding technical properties, they are pluggable and provide a clearly readable function control indication and status display. The variable installation position – the base part can be plugged in two directions – enables a flexible and cost-saving wiring. Easy setup, secure operation: n New: Easy changing of the protection module thanks to a twopart design with a vibration-resistant...

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Surge protection for power supply systems The new design developed together with product design specialists allows for an easier handling. surge protection for power supply systems Leutron GmbH · Humboldtstrasse 30 · 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen · Germany · Phone +49 711 94771-0 · www.leutron.de

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Two-piece pluggable surge protective devices for AC power supply systems New product line »Leutron Power«: Powerful and standardized pluggable modules for almost every power supply system available. n Optimized follow-on current extinguishing capability Mechanical status indicator: State of the surge protective device is optically indicated Locking function: Release of the latches by ergonomically shaped grip lugs Protection against mismating: Optimized installation due to arresters with coding Remote signalling: Combined remote contact (changeover contact) optionally available Turnable plug-in...

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surge protection for power supply systems Two-piece pluggable surge protective devices for DC power supply systems Mechanical status indicator: State of the surge protective device is optically indicated Arrester elements available for 600 V and 1,000 V applications Safety for PV installations: Disconnection function in case of overloads optimized for photovoltaic systems Remote signalling: Combined remote contact (changeover contact) optionally available Leutron GmbH · Humboldtstrasse 30 · 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen · Germany · Phone +49 711 94771-0 · www.leutron.de

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Network Type Adequate SPD circuit Type Basic circuit diagram 3 phase power supply systems separated N and PE 3 phase power supply systems 3 phase power supply systems separated N and PE 3 phase power supply systems common PEN 1 phase power supply systems 1 phase power supply systems separated N and PE 1 phase power supply systems L/N to PE Leutron GmbH · Humboldtstrasse 30 · 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen · Germany · Phone +49 711 94771-0

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selection guide Spur wiring / V-wiring product example PowerPro Combined arrester Type 1+2 (V wiring) PowerPro BC at the LPZ transition point OA-2* Lightning current arrester Type 1, PowerPro B at the LPZ transition point 0A – 1* Combined arrester Type 1+2+3 PowerPro BCD at the LPZ transition point OA-2* * according to the lightning protection zones concept Leutron GmbH · Humboldtstrasse 30 · 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen · Germany · Phone +49 711 94771-0 · www.leutron.d

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Network Type Adequate SPD circuit Type 3 phase power supply systems separated N and PE 3 phase power supply systems 3 phase power supply systems separated N and PE 3 phase power supply systems common PEN 1 phase power supply systems 1 phase power supply systems separated N and PE 1 phase power supply systems L/N to PE Leutron GmbH · Humboldtstrasse 30 · 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen · Germany · Phone +49 711 947

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selection guide Spur wiring / V-wiring product example EL Series SPD Type 2 (class II), Spur wiring at the LPZ transition point OB-1* SPD Type 2 (class II), V wiring at the LPZ transition point OB-1* F1 * according to the lightning protection zones concept Leutron GmbH · Humboldtstrasse 30 · 70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen · Germany · Phone +49 711 94771-0 · www.leutron.de

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Surge protection for power supply systems AC power supply Lightning current arrester Type 1 for AC power supplies / CT Series Example photo CT-T1 Lightning current discharge arrester (class I) with rare-gas-filled spark gap. They provide extremely high discharge cappabilities with at the same time very low protection levels and they also do not need any damageable internal or external electronic trigger. L1 Basic circuit diagram n Applicable at the boundaries LPZ 0A - 1 n standard: IEC 61643-1 / EN 61643-11 Test n Vibration and Shock according standard: DIN EN 60068-2-6 and DIN EN 60068-2-27...

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Surge protection for power supply systems AC power supply Technical Data Nominal voltage Max. continous operating voltage AC Lightning impulse current (10/350) total Lightning impulse current (10/350) L-N/N-PE/L-PEN Nominal discharge current (8/20) L-N/N-PE/L-PEN Follow current quenching capacity AC L-N (260V AC) Short-circuit withstand capability at max. back-up fuse Max. acceptable backup fuse (branch wiring) Max. acceptable backup fuse (V-type through wiring) Min. conductor cross section at terminals Max. conductor cross section Max. operating voltage remote contact Max. operating voltage...

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