Type 1 surge protective device (lightning current arrester)

Type 1+2 surge protection

Type 1 surge protection (lightning current arrester) constitutes the first stage in the protection concept. It can discharge very high energies, e.g., caused by a lightning strike, to ground. Type 1 surge protective devices (SPDs) are usually installed in the feed-in or main distribution system. For additional energies with lower surge voltage pulses, type 1+2 combined lightning current and surge arresters are required.

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FLT-SEC-H MPB-3+1 - Wiring bridge
FLT-SEC-H MPB-3+1 - Wiring bridge
2910501

Wiring bridge for connecting three FLASHTRAB SEC HYBRID lightning arresters with an N/PE spark gap to a 3+1 circuit for TN-S-/TT systems. Connecting pitch of 17.5 mm, 1-phase, 8-pos., 35 mm2 cross section with stable plastic housing for the required touch proofness when used as neutral conductor bridge.

Your advantages

  • Optimum lightning current and surge protection with our powerful type 1+2(+3) combined lightning current and surge arresters
  • High system availability with high follow current extinguishing capability
  • Pluggable protective devices enable easy maintenance
  • Information concerning the status of the protective devices is always available by means of visual, mechanical status indicator and remote indication contact
  • The right surge protection device for every application, with a broad portfolio

Our lightning current and surge arresters provide optimum protection for your electrical installation. Used in the main distribution board of low-voltage systems, they reliably overcome even high lightning currents and effectively protect your system against dangerous surge voltages. With our lightning current arresters, you benefit from durable, powerful, and standard-compliant protective devices. The combined lightning current and surge arresters are ideal for use in industrial, commercial, and private applications.

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Narrow surge protective device for the 40 mm busbar system with integrated voltage pick-off
FLT-SPP type 1+2+3 surge protective device mounted on a DIN rail

Surge protection for the meter panel

With integrated voltage pick-off

The new FLT-SEC-ZP2-...-SV combined lightning current and surge arrester is the system solution for future-proof building installations. It has an integrated power supply for intelligent measuring systems with Smart Meter Gateway (SMGW).

Main features

  • Compact surge protection for the meter panel with an overall width of just 32 mm incl. voltage pick-off
  • T1 + T2 + T3 combined protection
  • Tool-free voltage pick-off with Push-in Technology
  • Fuse holder with integrated spare fuse

Your Advantages

  • Integrated, standard-compliant voltage pick-off with two load pick-offs for the supply in the APZ (termination point meter location) and RfZ (space for additional applications) – in accordance with VDE-AR-N 4100
  • Tool-free installation with Push-in connections for quick wire connection and replaceable 4 A microfuse with integrated spare fuse
  • Space-saving system integration due to the compact design (overall width of just 32 mm) for direct mounting on the 40 mm busbar

Top performance in surge protection

Powerful, safe, and compact

Ever-increasing demands on system protection in modern industry require innovative and powerful products. The new type 1 surge protection in the Safe Protection Plus product family combines high discharge capacity with pluggability and a compact overall width.

Main features

  • Discharge capacity Iimp and Itotal 100 kA
  • Wear-free spark gap technology
  • Short-circuit current rating ISCCR 100 kA
  • Multi-pulse capability
  • Each path is individually pluggable
  • Miswiring and touch protection
  • Use without backup fuses up to 315 A
  • Can be used at altitudes up to 5,000 m

Your Advantages

  • Top performance for reliable system protection with triggered multi-carbon spark gap technology
  • Superior protective effect even for sensitive systems due to the fast response behavior and low residual voltage
  • Easy and safe installation with forward-thinking features such as miswiring and touch protection
  • Versatile use due to the space-saving overall width of 17.5 mm per position

Top performance in surge protection Powerful, safe, and compact

The FLASHTRAB SPP devices are pluggable type 1+2+3 combined lightning current and surge arresters of the Safe Protection Plus product family. They feature a discharge capacity of up to 100 kA and combine state-of-the-art safety features with a compact width of just 17.5 mm per position. The innovative technology ensures reliable protection even under extreme loads and in exposed positions. FLASHTRAB SPP devices are the ideal products for system protection in modern industrial applications, equipped to meet growing challenges.

One-piece FLT-MB type 1+2+3 combined lightning current and surge arrester for 5-conductor systems on a DIN rail

FLT-MB type 1+2+3 combined lightning current and surge arresters provide maximum power in a minimum amount of space

Maximum power in a minimum amount of space FLASHTRAB FLT-MB

The FLT-MB type 1+2+3 lightning current and surge arresters are based on our triggered multi-carbon spark gap technology. The portfolio includes circuit versions for a discharge capacity of 12.5 kA and 25 kA.

The FLT-MB devices with 25 kA protect against lightning currents of lightning protection level I/II. The FLT-MB with 12.5kA discharge capacity satisfies the requirements for installations in lightning protection level III/IV.

What’s special about the type 1+2+3 combined lightning current and surge arresters is that they are capable of handling multiple lightning pulses in an overall width of just 72 mm. The space-saving design of just four HP results in easy installation and flexible installation options in the control cabinet.

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Triggered multi-carbon spark gap

Discover our innovative triggered multi-carbon spark gap technology. Find out how this technology provides optimum protection against lightning currents and surge voltages and how it can be used flexibly in your applications.

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Type 1+2 surge protective device – FLT-SEC-P-T1-3S-350

Type 1+2 combined lightning current and surge arrester – FLT-SEC-P-T1-3S-350

Type 1+2 combined lightning current and surge arresters FLASHTRAB FLT-SEC-PLUS

Every type 1 lightning current arrester fulfills the high requirements in terms of discharge capacity. At the same time, it is also a type 2 surge protective device (SPD). The fact that a type 1 lightning current arrester satisfies test class II is redundant information and does not constitute an additional qualification. Therefore, such protective devices are called combined lightning current and surge arresters (SPD type 1+2). A combined lightning current and surge arrester is a protective device that fulfills both test classes.

Surge protective device, type 1+2 special combined lightning current and surge arrester – FLT-SEC-T1+T2-3S-350

Type 1+2 special combined lightning current and surge arrester – FLT-SEC-T1+T2-3S-350

Type 1+2 special combined lightning current and surge arresters FLASHTRAB FLT-SEC-T1+T2

The type 1+2 special combined lightning current and surge arrester differs fundamentally from the type 1+2 version. This is because the type 1+2 special combined lightning current and surge arrester contains two independent protective devices that are connected in parallel in a very small space. The voltage-switching spark gap (SPD type 1+2) works ideally in combination with a voltage-limiting varistor (SPD type 2). In this combination, two autonomous protective devices in one compact block ensure optimum response behavior, optimal system protection, and a long service life for the components.

FLT-SEC-H-T1... lightning current arrester installed in a mounting bracket on a DIN rail

FLT-SEC-H-T1-1C-264/25-FM – Type 1+2 combined lightning current and surge arresters with integrated backup fuse

Type 1+2 combined lightning current and surge arresters with integrated backup fuse FLASHTRAB FLT-SEC-Hybrid

The FLT-SEC-HYBRID ensures maximum operational safety in industrial systems directly at the feed-in. The spark gap without line follow current and integrated surge-proof backup fuse enable quick, safe installation without a separate backup fuse. This means that up to 80% less space is required compared to conventional installations with backup fuses. This ensures that the system remains reliably protected even under high loads.

Narrow type 1+2+3 surge protection on a 40 mm busbar

Type 1+2+3 combined lightning current and surge arrester for 40 mm busbar systems

Type 1+2+3 combined lightning current and surge arrester for 40 mm rail systems FLASHTRAB FLT-SEC-ZP2

The FLASHTRAB FLT-SEC-ZP2 is the first choice for protecting residential buildings and functional buildings with external lightning protection or a overhead line supply. The device is characterized by its narrow width, which saves space in the mains-side wiring space of the meter box.

Naturally, to take advantage of the simple installation, the FLT-SEC-ZP2 can also be used in buildings without external lightning protection or overhead lines.

• Fast and error-free installation with direct mounting on the 40 mm rail system
• Its flexible overall width of 27 mm means it fits in every distribution board
• Fulfills all requirements of the VDE-AR-N 4100 standard

Three robust type 1+2 surge protection devices in aluminum housings

POWERTRAB PWT is the type 1+2 combined lightning current and surge arrester for harsh industrial environments

Type 1+2 surge protection for harsh industrial environments POWERTRAB PWT

The robust type 1+2 lightning current arresters feature a rated voltage of 800 V AC and a discharge capacity of 35 kA per channel, making them ideal for harsh industrial environments. The resilient housing design, shock values of 25g, and vibration resistance of 5g make these type 1+2 combined lightning current and surge arresters the ideal choice for wind turbine generators, for example. The multi-stage status indicator even enables you to detect pre-existing damage caused by surge voltage events.

  • High rated voltage
  • High shock and vibration resistance
  • Multi-stage status indicator
  • Use in harsh industrial environments
Pluggable type 1+2 combined lightning current and surge arrester mounted on a DIN rail

Pluggable type 1+2 combined lightning current and surge arrester – VALVETRAB MS T1/T2

Modular type 1+2 combined lightning current and surge arresters VALVETRAB VAL-MS-T1/T2

The varistor-based type 1+2 surge protection provides a discharge capacity of 12.5 kA per path with low residual voltages. The surge protective devices meet the requirements of lightning protection levels III and IV. The pluggable design enables routine checks to be performed quickly and easily.

  • Basic protection for all common applications
  • Low voltage protection level
  • Suitable for use in lightning protection levels III and IV
  • Includes products for protecting photovoltaic systems