Type 1 surge protection (lightning current arrester) constitutes the first stage in the protection concept. It can discharge very high energies, e., caused by a lightning strike, to ground. Type 1 surge protective devices (SPDs) are usually installed in the feed-in or main. Surge protectors (Surge Protective Devices, SPD) installed in distribution board panels are primarily used to protect electrical equipment from transient voltages (surges or spikes) caused by lightning strikes, power grid fluctuations, or other factors. Whether residential buildings, commercial units, or industrial facilities: ELTAKO surge arrestors keep sensitive devices, high-performance consumers, and modern power generation systems safely pro-tected – compliant with standards, fl exible and powerful. Main benefits Offer primary protection against. Eaton's Type 1 Surge Protective Device products are UL1449 3rd Edition listed and provide the highest level of surge protection and safety.
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