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2CTB812102R1500 ABB OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 C QS Replacement Surge Protection Cartridge
ABB OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 C QS is a pluggable replacement cartridge for compatible 1500 V DC photovoltaic Type 1 and Type 2 surge protective devices, with a 10 kA impulse-current rating and 30 kA nominal discharge current.
£64.00
Why Choose the ABB OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 C QS Replacement Surge Protection Cartridge?
The ABB OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 C QS is a replacement surge protection cartridge for compatible ABB OVR PV combined Type 1 and Type 2 surge protective devices used in photovoltaic installations. Designed for the ABB OVR PV QuickSafe range, it enables a protection module to be replaced without replacing the complete SPD assembly or disturbing the installed DIN-rail base and associated wiring.
Engineered for photovoltaic systems up to 1500 V DC, the OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 C QS provides an impulse current rating of 10 kA using the 10/350 µs lightning-current waveform and a nominal discharge current of 30 kA using the 8/20 µs surge waveform. Its combined Type 1 and Type 2 characteristics make it suitable for restoring both lightning-current and transient-overvoltage protection in compatible ABB photovoltaic SPDs.
The cartridge incorporates ABB's QuickSafe technology and visual status indication for straightforward maintenance. With a 1500 V DC rating, IP20 protection and pluggable construction, it provides a practical replacement solution for demanding commercial, industrial and utility-scale photovoltaic installations.
Key Advantages
- Genuine ABB replacement cartridge for compatible OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 surge protective devices.
- Designed for photovoltaic installations up to 1500 V DC.
- Combined Type 1 + Type 2 / Class I + II protection technology.
- 10 kA impulse current rating using a 10/350 µs lightning-current waveform.
- 30 kA nominal discharge current using an 8/20 µs waveform.
- Suitable for PV systems with short-circuit current capability up to 11 kA.
- Pluggable construction allows straightforward field replacement.
- Integrated optical status indication simplifies inspection and maintenance.
- QuickSafe technology supports dependable end-of-life protection.
Key Features
- ABB OVR PV QuickSafe series.
- Replacement photovoltaic surge protection cartridge.
- Type 1 + Type 2 / Class I + II technology.
- Designed specifically for photovoltaic DC applications.
- 1500 V DC rated system voltage.
- 1500 V DC maximum continuous operating voltage.
- 10 kA impulse current using a 10/350 µs waveform.
- 30 kA nominal discharge current using an 8/20 µs waveform.
- 5 kV voltage protection level.
- 11 kA short-circuit capability for photovoltaic applications.
- Pluggable protection cartridge construction.
- Integrated visual status indicator.
- IP20 degree of protection.
- Operating temperature range from -40 to +80 °C.
High-Capacity Replacement Protection for 1500 V DC Photovoltaic Systems
Surge protection modules are sacrificial components that may eventually require replacement after exposure to repeated transient events or substantial lightning-current impulses. The ABB OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 C QS allows the protection function of compatible OVR PV assemblies to be restored by replacing the cartridge while retaining the installed base and electrical connections.
Its combined Type 1 and Type 2 performance enables the cartridge to handle both 10/350 µs lightning-current impulses and 8/20 µs surge currents. With a 10 kA impulse-current rating, 30 kA nominal discharge current and suitability for 1500 V DC photovoltaic systems, it is designed for demanding solar installations where reliable surge protection and straightforward maintenance are essential.
Typical Applications
- Replacement cartridge for ABB OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 P QS SPDs.
- Replacement cartridge for ABB OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 P TS QS SPDs.
- 1500 V DC photovoltaic installations.
- Utility-scale solar power plants.
- Commercial and industrial photovoltaic systems.
- PV array combiner boxes.
- DC distribution and protection panels.
- Protection of photovoltaic inverter DC inputs.
- Maintenance and servicing of ABB OVR PV surge protection assemblies.
Technical Specifications
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| Impulse Current Iimp (kA) | 10 kA | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Series | ABB OVR PV T1-T2 | |
| Device Type | Replacement cartridge | |
| SPD Type | Type 1+2 | |
| Series | OVR PV QuickSafe | |
| ABB order code | 2CTB812102R1500 | |
| EAN | 4053546034745 | |
| Product group | Surge Protection Devices | |
| Product type | Replacement photovoltaic surge protection cartridge | |
| SPD technology | Type 1 + Type 2 / Class I + II | |
| Technology | Varistor | |
| Application | Photovoltaic DC systems | |
| Reference standards | IEC 61643-11 / IEC 61643-31 / UL 1449 5th Edition | |
| Rated system voltage | 1500 V DC | |
| Maximum continuous operating voltage | 1500 V DC | |
| Impulse current (10/350 µs) | 10 kA | |
| Nominal discharge current In (8/20 µs) | 30 kA | |
| Voltage protection level Up | 5 kV | |
| PV short-circuit current capability | 11 kA | |
| Cartridge type | Pluggable | |
| Status indication | Optical | |
| Remote signalling contact | No | |
| Protection rating | IP20 | |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +80 °C | |
| Application category | Photovoltaics | |
| Compatible SPD | OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 P QS | |
| Compatible SPD order code | 2CTB812100R1500 | |
| Compatible remote-signalling SPD | OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 P TS QS | |
| Compatible remote-signalling SPD order code | 2CTB812101R1500 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 C QS?
It is a pluggable replacement surge protection cartridge for compatible ABB OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 combined Type 1 and Type 2 photovoltaic surge protective devices.
Which ABB surge protective devices use this cartridge?
The cartridge is designed for compatible OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 P QS and OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 P TS QS photovoltaic surge protective device assemblies.
What is the impulse current rating of the OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 C QS?
The cartridge has an impulse current rating of 10 kA using the 10/350 µs lightning-current waveform.
What is the nominal discharge current?
The OVR PV T1-T2 10-1500 C QS has a nominal discharge current In of 30 kA using the 8/20 µs surge waveform.
What voltage system is the cartridge designed for?
The cartridge is designed for compatible ABB photovoltaic surge protection assemblies used on systems up to 1500 V DC.
Trusted ABB Photovoltaic Surge Protection Technology
ABB OVR PV replacement cartridges provide a convenient way to restore combined Type 1 and Type 2 surge protection in compatible photovoltaic SPD assemblies, combining high lightning-current capability, QuickSafe technology and visual status indication for demanding 1500 V DC solar installations.
