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Mersen Surge Protector Type 2 SPD 3 Pole 1500 Volt D/C 10KA Y-PV
Mersen 83020158 STPT2-40K1500V-YPV Type 2 photovoltaic surge protection device with 40 kA maximum discharge current, 1500 V DC rating, Y PV configuration and three-pole pluggable DIN rail construction.
£131.99
Why Choose the Mersen 83020158 Photovoltaic Surge Protection Device?
The Mersen 83020158 STPT2-40K1500V-YPV is a high-performance Type 2 photovoltaic surge protection device (SPD) designed to protect DC solar PV installations against transient overvoltages caused by switching operations and indirect lightning activity. As part of the Mersen Surge-Trap® Pluggable STPT2 Series - YPV, it provides dependable protection for commercial, industrial and utility-scale photovoltaic systems.
This pluggable PV surge arrester is engineered for straightforward installation, fast cartridge replacement and reliable long-term protection of sensitive photovoltaic equipment. Its modular construction reduces maintenance time, while the visual status indicator provides clear confirmation of the protection module condition.
With a 40 kA maximum discharge current, 1500 V DC rated photovoltaic voltage and a three-pole Y PV configuration, the Mersen 83020158 is ideal for protecting modern high-voltage solar arrays. Its compact DIN rail mounting format makes it suitable for PV combiner boxes, inverter inputs and photovoltaic distribution equipment.
Key Advantages
- Reliable Type 2 surge protection device for photovoltaic installations.
- 40 kA maximum discharge current for effective transient overvoltage protection.
- Designed for 1500 V DC photovoltaic systems.
- Y PV configuration for DC-side solar protection.
- Pluggable cartridge design allows rapid maintenance.
- Compact DIN rail mounting for photovoltaic distribution equipment.
Key Features
- Mersen Surge-Trap® Pluggable STPT2 Series - YPV.
- Type 2 / Class II photovoltaic surge protection.
- 40 kA Imax (8/20 μs) maximum discharge current.
- 20 kA In (8/20 μs) nominal discharge current.
- 1500 V DC rated photovoltaic voltage.
- 1500 V DC Ucpv maximum continuous PV voltage.
- Y PV protection arrangement.
- Three-pole, three-module pluggable construction.
- Visual end-of-life indication.
- DIN rail mounting.
Reliable Surge Protection for High-Voltage Solar PV Systems
Photovoltaic surge protection devices installed on the DC side of solar power systems limit transient overvoltages before they reach sensitive equipment. They help protect PV strings, combiner boxes, inverter inputs and monitoring equipment from damaging voltage spikes, improving long-term system reliability.
The Mersen STPT2-40K1500V-YPV combines high surge discharge capability with a durable pluggable construction, making it an excellent choice for solar installers, electrical contractors and maintenance engineers working on modern high-voltage photovoltaic installations.
Typical Applications
- Utility-scale photovoltaic installations.
- Commercial solar PV systems.
- Industrial photovoltaic arrays.
- Solar combiner boxes.
- DC-side inverter protection.
- Battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Technical Specifications
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| Voltage | 1500 V | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Series | Mersen Surge-Trap STPT2 | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Device Type | Surge protection device | |
| SPD Type | Type 2 | |
| Nominal Discharge Current (In) | 15 kA | |
| Remote Signal | No | |
| Manufacturer | Mersen | |
| Series | Surge-Trap® Pluggable STPT2 Series - YPV | |
| Model | STPT2-40K1500V-YPV | |
| Part number | 83020158 | |
| EAN / UPC | 8435297855026 | |
| Product type | Photovoltaic surge protection device | |
| SPD Type | Type 2 / Class II | |
| Application | Photovoltaic DC surge protection | |
| Maximum discharge current (Imax) | 40 kA | |
| Nominal Discharge Current (In) | 15 kA | |
| Waveform | 8/20 μs | |
| Rated voltage | 1500 V DC | |
| Maximum continuous PV voltage (Ucpv) | 1500 V DC | |
| Short-circuit withstand (Iscpv) | 10 kA | |
| Configuration | Y PV | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Module width | 3 modules | |
| Format | Pluggable | |
| Mounting type | DIN rail | |
| Indication system | Visual status indication | |
| Response time | 25 ns | |
| Protection rating | IP20 | |
| Operating temperature | -40°C to +85°C | |
| Standards | EN IEC 61643-31, UL 1449 5th Edition | |
| HS Code | 85363090 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Spain |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mersen 83020158 used for?
The Mersen 83020158 protects photovoltaic DC systems from transient overvoltages caused by switching events and indirect lightning activity.
What type of surge protection device is it?
It is a Type 2 / Class II photovoltaic surge protection device designed for DC-side solar installations.
What photovoltaic voltage is this SPD suitable for?
The device is designed for 1500 V DC photovoltaic systems.
What is the maximum discharge current?
The Mersen 83020158 provides a maximum discharge current of 40 kA with a nominal discharge current of 20 kA.
Can the protection cartridges be replaced?
Yes. Its pluggable design allows rapid replacement of protection cartridges without removing the complete base.
Trusted for Solar Electrical Protection Worldwide
Mersen Surge-Trap® photovoltaic surge protection devices are trusted by solar installers, electrical contractors and industrial engineers to help protect critical PV power systems from damaging transient overvoltages.
