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Mersen Surge Protector Type 2 SPD 3 Pole 600 Volt D/C 20KA Y-PV
Mersen 83020138 STPT2-40K600V-YPV Type 2 photovoltaic surge protection device with 40 kA maximum discharge current, 20 kA nominal discharge current, 600 V DC rating, 660 V DC Ucpv, Y PV configuration and three-pole pluggable DIN rail construction.
£94.01
Why Choose the Mersen 83020138 Photovoltaic Surge Protection Device?
The Mersen 83020138 STPT2-40K600V-YPV is a reliable Type 2 photovoltaic surge protection device (SPD) designed to protect DC solar PV installations from transient overvoltages caused by switching operations and indirect lightning activity. As part of the Mersen Surge-Trap® Pluggable STPT2 Series - YPV, it provides dependable surge protection for rooftop, commercial and industrial photovoltaic systems.
This pluggable PV surge arrester is designed for straightforward installation, fast cartridge replacement and long-term protection of sensitive solar equipment. Its modular construction helps reduce maintenance time, while visual status indication allows the protection condition to be checked quickly during inspection.
With a 40 kA maximum discharge current, 600 V DC rated photovoltaic voltage and three-pole Y PV configuration, the Mersen 83020138 is suitable for DC-side surge protection in photovoltaic power systems. Its compact three-module DIN rail format makes it ideal for solar combiner boxes, inverter input protection and PV distribution enclosures.
Key Advantages
- Reliable Type 2 surge protection device for photovoltaic installations.
- 40 kA maximum discharge current for effective transient overvoltage protection.
- Designed for 600 V DC photovoltaic systems.
- Y PV configuration suitable for DC solar surge protection.
- Pluggable cartridge design allows quick replacement during maintenance.
- Compact DIN rail mounting for PV combiner boxes and electrical enclosures.
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.
- 600 V DC rated photovoltaic voltage.
- 660 V DC Ucpv maximum continuous PV voltage.
- Y PV protection arrangement.
- Three-pole, three-module pluggable construction.
- Visual indication for protection status monitoring.
- DIN rail mounting for photovoltaic distribution equipment.
Reliable Surge Protection for Solar PV Systems
Photovoltaic surge protection devices are installed on the DC side of solar power systems to limit transient overvoltages before they reach sensitive equipment. They help protect PV strings, combiner boxes, inverter inputs and monitoring equipment from damaging voltage spikes.
The Mersen STPT2-40K600V-YPV combines strong surge discharge capability with a practical pluggable construction, making it a dependable choice for solar installers, electrical contractors and maintenance engineers working on photovoltaic power installations.
Typical Applications
- Rooftop photovoltaic systems.
- Commercial solar PV installations.
- Industrial photovoltaic arrays.
- Solar combiner boxes.
- DC-side inverter protection.
- PV distribution and monitoring enclosures.
Technical Specifications
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| Product Series | Mersen Surge-Trap STPT2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 600 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Device Type | Surge protection device | |
| SPD Type | Type 2 | |
| Nominal Discharge Current (In) | 20 kA | |
| Remote Signal | No | |
| Manufacturer | Mersen | |
| Series | Surge-Trap® Pluggable STPT2 Series - YPV | |
| Model | STPT2-40K600V-YPV | |
| Part number | 83020138 | |
| EAN / UPC | 8435297850144 | |
| 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) | 20 kA | |
| Waveform | 8/20 μs | |
| Rated voltage | 600 V DC | |
| Maximum continuous PV voltage (Ucpv) | 660 V DC | |
| Protection level | 2.6 kV | |
| 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 83020138 used for?
The Mersen 83020138 is used to protect 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 PV installations.
What is the maximum discharge current?
The device has a maximum discharge current of 40 kA with an 8/20 μs surge waveform.
What photovoltaic voltage is this SPD suitable for?
The Mersen 83020138 is suitable for 600 V DC photovoltaic systems with a maximum continuous PV voltage of 660 V DC.
Is the Mersen 83020138 pluggable?
Yes. The STPT2-40K600V-YPV has a pluggable three-module design, allowing protection cartridges to be replaced quickly during maintenance.
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.
