{"id":2163,"date":"2025-08-22T15:08:56","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T07:08:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=2163"},"modified":"2025-08-22T15:35:44","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T07:35:44","slug":"types-of-surge-protection-devices","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/blog\/types-of-surge-protection-devices\/","title":{"rendered":"Verschillende soorten overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaten (SPD)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"404\">1. Inleiding<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"685\">Stroompieken zijn stille moordenaars in moderne elektrische systemen. Van huishoudelijke elektronica tot industri\u00eble automatisering en zonne-energiecentrales: zelfs een enkele transi\u00ebnte overspanning kan uitval, dure reparaties of uitval van apparatuur veroorzaken. De oplossing? <strong data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"683\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/product-category\/ac-power-surge-protection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaten (SPD's)<\/a><\/span>.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"952\">In deze handleiding bespreken we de verschillende soorten overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaten, leggen we uit hoe ze werken en vergelijken we hun toepassingen. Uiteindelijk weet u precies welke SPD-types bij uw systeem passen, of het nu om een \u200b\u200bwoning, datacenter of PV-installatie gaat.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"1001\">2. Wat zijn overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaten?<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1283\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/product-category\/ac-power-surge-protection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1037\">Overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaat (SPD)<\/strong> <\/span><\/a>is een veiligheidscomponent die in een elektrisch systeem is ge\u00efnstalleerd om voorbijgaande overspanningen te beperken die worden veroorzaakt door blikseminslag, schakelgebeurtenissen of storingen in de netvoeding. Het werkt door piekenergie veilig naar de aarde te leiden, waardoor aangesloten apparatuur wordt beschermd.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1440\">Beschouw een SPD als een drukontlastklep: hij stopt de piek niet, maar kanaliseert de overtollige energie weg van gevoelige elektronica.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1440\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/product-category\/ac-power-surge-protection\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2160\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-2160\" src=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BR-20-4P-1Type-2-Surge-Protection-Device.jpg-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"Soorten overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaten\" width=\"705\" height=\"705\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1486\">3. Hoe werkt overspanningsbeveiliging?<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1734\">SPD's zijn afhankelijk van componenten zoals metaaloxidevaristoren (MOV's), gasontladingsbuizen (GDT's) en vonkbruggen. Wanneer de spanning een veilige drempel (Uc) overschrijdt, schakelt de SPD over naar de geleidingsmodus, waarbij de piek wordt beperkt tot een lagere restspanning (Up).<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1767\">Belangrijke parameters om te begrijpen:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"2141\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1853\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1853\"><strong data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1816\">Uc (maximale continue bedrijfsspanning):<\/strong> de normale spanning die de SPD aankan.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1945\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1945\"><strong data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1890\">Omhoog (spanningsbeveiligingsniveau):<\/strong> klemspanning die stroomafwaartse apparaten zullen \u201czien\u201d.\u201d<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2048\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"2048\"><strong data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"2000\">In \/ Imax (nominale en maximale ontlaadstroom):<\/strong> hoeveel stootstroom het apparaat kan absorberen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2141\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2141\"><strong data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2078\">Iimp (impulsstroom):<\/strong> specifiek voor Type 1, die blikseminslaggolfvormen vertegenwoordigt.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/attachment\/spd-install\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2159\"><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2159\" src=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SPD-install.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"745\" height=\"609\" \/><\/a>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"527\">4. Soorten overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaten<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"821\">Het begrijpen van SPD-typen is de sleutel tot het ontwerpen van gelaagde overspanningsbeveiliging. Internationale standaarden zoals <a href=\"https:\/\/webstore.iec.ch\/en\/publication\/65314\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"660\">IEC 61643-11 (AC)<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/webstore.iec.ch\/en\/publication\/26931\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"686\">IEC 61643-31 (DC\/PV)<\/strong><\/a>, En <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nemasurge.org\/ul-1449-transient-voltage-surge-suppressors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"719\">UL 1449 (Noord-Amerika)<\/strong> <\/a>definieer verschillende klassen op basis van testgolfvormen, energiecapaciteit en installatielocatie.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"975\">Hieronder geven we een overzicht van de verschillende soorten overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaten (SPD's) die u tegenkomt, met hun technische rollen en toepassingsrichtlijnen.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1038\">4.1 Type 1 SPD's (IEC 61643-11, klasse I, 10\/350 \u00b5s)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1975\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1201\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1201\"><strong data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1056\">Definitie:<\/strong> Ontworpen om gedeeltelijke bliksemstroom te ontladen. Getest met de impulsgolfvorm van 10\/350 \u00b5s (Iimp), die een directe blikseminslag vertegenwoordigt.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1383\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1383\"><strong data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1227\">Installatiepunt:<\/strong> Service-ingang, meestal stroomopwaarts van het hoofdverdeelbord. Vaak gebruikt in gebouwen die zijn uitgerust met een extern bliksembeveiligingssysteem (LPS).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1658\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1407\"><strong data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1405\">Belangrijkste parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1658\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1475\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1475\">Iimp (Impulsstroom): nominale bliksemstroomcapaciteit.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1571\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1571\">Uc (Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage): garandeert geen schade tijdens normaal gebruik.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1658\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1658\">Up (Voltage Protection Level): restspanning waargenomen door stroomafwaartse circuits.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1731\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1731\"><strong data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1681\">Gebruikte technologie:<\/strong> Vonkbruggen, zware MOV's of hybride ontwerpen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1862\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1750\"><strong data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1748\">Gebruiksscenario's:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1862\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1806\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1806\">Industri\u00eble faciliteiten, telecommunicatietorens, ziekenhuizen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1862\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1862\">Hoge gebouwen in gebieden met een hoge bliksemdichtheid.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1975\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1975\"><strong data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1877\">Voorbeeld:<\/strong> Een fabriek met bliksemafleiders op het dak heeft Type 1 SPD's nodig bij de hoofdtoevoer.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2037\">4.2 Type 2 SPD's (IEC 61643-11, klasse II, 8\/20 \u00b5s)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2824\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2167\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2167\"><strong data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2055\">Definitie:<\/strong> Behandelt schakelpieken en indirecte bliksemeffecten. Getest met een stroomgolfvorm van 8\/20 \u00b5s (In, Imax).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2248\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2248\"><strong data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2193\">Installatiepunt:<\/strong> Hoofd- of onderverdeelborden binnen de installatie.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2496\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2272\"><strong data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2270\">Belangrijkste parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2496\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2347\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2347\">In (nominale ontladingsstroom): uithoudingsvermogen onder meerdere pieken.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2417\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2417\">Imax (maximale ontladingsstroom): maximale piekcapaciteit.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2496\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2496\">Up: moet co\u00f6rdineren met zowel upstream Type 1 als downstream Type 3.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2578\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2578\"><strong data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2519\">Gebruikte technologie:<\/strong> Op MOV gebaseerde modules, vaak plugbaar voor eenvoudige vervanging.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2716\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2597\"><strong data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2595\">Gebruiksscenario's:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2716\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2655\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2655\">Woonhuizen, kantoorgebouwen, winkels.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2716\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2716\">Standaardbescherming in gebieden met matig overspanningsrisico.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2824\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2824\"><strong data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2731\">Voorbeeld:<\/strong> Een klein kantoor zonder externe LPS gebruikt doorgaans Type 2 SPD's in het moederbord.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nWilt u een gedetailleerd overzicht? Lees onze volledige gids: <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><strong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1147\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/blog\/what-is-a-type-2-surge-protection-device\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1145\">Wat is een type 2-overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaat?<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/span>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2831\" data-end=\"2890\">4.3 Type 3 SPD's (IEC 61643-11, klasse III, combo-golf)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"3555\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"3022\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"3022\"><strong data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"2908\">Definitie:<\/strong> Fijne bescherming voor eindapparatuur. Getest met combinatiegolf (1,2\/50 \u00b5s spanning + 8\/20 \u00b5s stroom).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3126\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3126\"><strong data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3048\">Installatiepunt:<\/strong> Zo dicht mogelijk bij het beveiligde apparaat (stopcontact, apparaatingang).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3273\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3150\"><strong data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3148\">Belangrijkste parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3273\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3216\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3155\" data-end=\"3216\">Omhoog: zeer laag klemniveau om gevoelige ladingen te beschermen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3273\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3273\">Moet worden gebruikt in co\u00f6rdinatie met stroomopwaarts Type 2.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3348\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3348\"><strong data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3296\">Gebruikte technologie:<\/strong> MOV's gecombineerd met filters voor extra demping.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3349\" data-end=\"3435\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3367\"><strong data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3365\">Gebruiksscenario's:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"3370\" data-end=\"3435\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3370\" data-end=\"3435\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3372\" data-end=\"3435\">Computers, LED-drivers, medische elektronica en besturingssystemen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3555\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3555\"><strong data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3450\">Voorbeeld:<\/strong> Een MRI-machine in een ziekenhuis vereist Type 3 SPD in de buurt van het apparaat, en werkt samen met stroomopwaartse Type 2.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nLees meer in ons speciale artikel: <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><strong data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1584\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/blog\/what-is-a-type-3-surge-protector\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1582\">Wat is een type 3-overspanningsbeveiliging?<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/span>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"3562\" data-end=\"3594\">4.4 T1+T2 Combinatie-SPD's<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"4178\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3710\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3597\" data-end=\"3710\"><strong data-start=\"3597\" data-end=\"3612\">Definitie:<\/strong> E\u00e9n enkele SPD-eenheid getest voor zowel klasse I (10\/350 \u00b5s) als klasse II (8\/20 \u00b5s) golfvormen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3711\" data-end=\"3804\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3713\" data-end=\"3804\"><strong data-start=\"3713\" data-end=\"3725\">Voordeel:<\/strong> Beschermt tegen directe bliksem en schakelpieken in \u00e9\u00e9n apparaat.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3805\" data-end=\"3895\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3807\" data-end=\"3895\"><strong data-start=\"3807\" data-end=\"3830\">Installatiepunt:<\/strong> Toegang tot service wanneer ruimte of budget meerdere apparaten beperkt.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3896\" data-end=\"4076\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3914\"><strong data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3912\">Gebruiksscenario's:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"3917\" data-end=\"4076\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3917\" data-end=\"3996\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3919\" data-end=\"3996\">Middelgrote commerci\u00eble of residenti\u00eble gebouwen hebben compacte oplossingen nodig.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4076\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4001\" data-end=\"4076\">Locaties waar co\u00f6rdinatie tussen afzonderlijke Type 1 en Type 2 moeilijk is.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4077\" data-end=\"4178\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4079\" data-end=\"4178\"><strong data-start=\"4079\" data-end=\"4091\">Voorbeeld:<\/strong> A shopping mall's main switchboard may install a T1+T2 SPD to simplify protection.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"4185\" data-end=\"4217\">4.5 T2+T3 Combinatie-SPD's<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4676\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4299\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4220\" data-end=\"4299\"><strong data-start=\"4220\" data-end=\"4235\">Definitie:<\/strong> Hybride apparaten worden getest op prestaties van klasse II en klasse III.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4300\" data-end=\"4374\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4302\" data-end=\"4374\"><strong data-start=\"4302\" data-end=\"4314\">Voordeel:<\/strong> Biedt zowel distributieniveau als terminalbescherming.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4375\" data-end=\"4477\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4377\" data-end=\"4477\"><strong data-start=\"4377\" data-end=\"4400\">Installatiepunt:<\/strong> Subpanelen dicht bij gevoelige belastingen, vooral als de kabellengte langer is dan 10 m.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4478\" data-end=\"4559\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4480\" data-end=\"4496\"><strong data-start=\"4480\" data-end=\"4494\">Gebruiksscenario's:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"4499\" data-end=\"4559\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4499\" data-end=\"4559\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4501\" data-end=\"4559\">Datacenters, serverruimtes, industri\u00eble schakelkasten.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4560\" data-end=\"4676\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4562\" data-end=\"4676\"><strong data-start=\"4562\" data-end=\"4574\">Voorbeeld:<\/strong> Een fabrieksautomatiseringslijn met lange kabeltrajecten naar PLC's kan gebruik maken van een T2+T3 SPD nabij de PLC-panelen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"4683\" data-end=\"4734\">4.6 Type 4 SPD's (UL 1449, alleen Noord-Amerika)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"4735\" data-end=\"5324\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4735\" data-end=\"4856\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4737\" data-end=\"4856\"><strong data-start=\"4737\" data-end=\"4762\">Definitie (UL 1449):<\/strong> Componentassemblages zijn niet bedoeld als zelfstandige apparaten, maar ge\u00efntegreerd in OEM-apparatuur.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4857\" data-end=\"5012\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4859\" data-end=\"4879\"><strong data-start=\"4859\" data-end=\"4877\">Subcategorie\u00ebn:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"4882\" data-end=\"5012\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4882\" data-end=\"4965\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4884\" data-end=\"4965\">Type 4 Component Assemblies (CA): voorverpakte SPD-onderdelen voor fabrikanten.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4968\" data-end=\"5012\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4970\" data-end=\"5012\">Type 5-componenten: onbewerkte MOV's of GDT's.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5013\" data-end=\"5099\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5015\" data-end=\"5099\"><strong data-start=\"5015\" data-end=\"5038\">Installatiepunt:<\/strong> Binnenapparatuur, voedingen of op maat gemaakte panelen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5100\" data-end=\"5230\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5102\" data-end=\"5118\"><strong data-start=\"5102\" data-end=\"5116\">Gebruiksscenario's:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"5121\" data-end=\"5230\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5121\" data-end=\"5166\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5123\" data-end=\"5166\">OEM's die tegen overspanning beveiligde apparatuur ontwerpen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5169\" data-end=\"5230\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5171\" data-end=\"5230\">Gespecialiseerde industri\u00eble uitrusting op de Noord-Amerikaanse markt.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5231\" data-end=\"5324\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5233\" data-end=\"5324\"><strong data-start=\"5233\" data-end=\"5245\">Voorbeeld:<\/strong> Een UPS-fabrikant integreert Type 4 SPD-assemblages in zijn producten.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"5331\" data-end=\"5382\">4,7 PV\/DC SPD's (IEC 61643-31, tot 1500 VDC)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"5383\" data-end=\"6082\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5383\" data-end=\"5474\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5385\" data-end=\"5474\"><strong data-start=\"5385\" data-end=\"5400\">Definitie:<\/strong> Overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaten ontworpen voor fotovolta\u00efsche en gelijkstroomcircuits.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5475\" data-end=\"5555\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5477\" data-end=\"5555\"><strong data-start=\"5477\" data-end=\"5496\">Testnormen:<\/strong> IEC 61643-31 specificeert vereisten voor DC-toepassingen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5556\" data-end=\"5647\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5558\" data-end=\"5647\"><strong data-start=\"5558\" data-end=\"5581\">Installatiepunt:<\/strong> Combineerboxen voor PV-arrays, omvormers en DC-verdeelborden.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5648\" data-end=\"5876\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5650\" data-end=\"5671\"><strong data-start=\"5650\" data-end=\"5669\">Belangrijkste parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"5674\" data-end=\"5876\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5674\" data-end=\"5740\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5676\" data-end=\"5740\">Ucpv: nominale continue PV-spanning (600 V, 1000 V, 1500 V).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5743\" data-end=\"5796\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5745\" data-end=\"5796\">In \/ Imax: stootstroomafhandeling aan de DC-zijde.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5799\" data-end=\"5876\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5801\" data-end=\"5876\">Reactietijd: moet snel genoeg zijn voor op halfgeleiders gebaseerde omvormers.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5877\" data-end=\"5976\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5879\" data-end=\"5895\"><strong data-start=\"5879\" data-end=\"5893\">Gebruiksscenario's:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"5898\" data-end=\"5976\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5898\" data-end=\"5976\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5900\" data-end=\"5976\">Zonneparken op utiliteitsschaal, PV-systemen op het dak, batterijopslagfaciliteiten.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5977\" data-end=\"6082\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5979\" data-end=\"6082\"><strong data-start=\"5979\" data-end=\"5991\">Voorbeeld:<\/strong> Een zonnepark van 1500 VDC heeft dit nodig <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/product_category\/pv-surge-protection-type-1-type-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"6024\" data-end=\"6041\">T1+T2 PV-SPD's<\/strong><\/a> bij combinerboxen en omvormeringangen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"6089\" data-end=\"6304\"><strong data-start=\"6091\" data-end=\"6115\">Pro-tip voor lezers:<\/strong> Gebruik altijd een <em data-start=\"6129\" data-end=\"6153\">geco\u00f6rdineerd SPD-systeem<\/em>. Type 1 bij de ingang, Type 2 bij subpanelen en Type 3 bij kritische belastingen. Voeg voor PV type 2 of T1+T2 DC SPD's toe zoals gespecificeerd in IEC 61643-31.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"3151\" data-end=\"3197\">5. Type 1 versus Type 2 versus Type 3 SPD-apparaten<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"3199\" data-end=\"3436\">Als je een diepere duik wilt, bekijk dan hier onze speciale blog over dit onderwerp:<br data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3273\" \/><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/blog\/difference-between-type-1-type-2-and-type-3-surge-protective-devices\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3434\"><em><strong>Verschil tussen Type 1, Type 2 en Type 3 SPD's<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3504\">Hier is een snelle vergelijking om u te helpen bij het kiezen van het juiste SPD-type:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table>\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Attribuut<\/th>\r\n<th><strong>Type 1 SPD<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th><strong>Type 2 SPD<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th><strong>Type 3 SPD<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Geteste standaard<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>IEC 61643-11 Klasse I (10\/350 \u00b5s) + dubbele classificatie UL Type 1\/2<\/td>\r\n<td>IEC 61643-11 Klasse II (8\/20 \u00b5s) + UL Type 2<\/td>\r\n<td>IEC 61643-11 Klasse III (combinatiegolf) + UL Type 3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Typische locatie<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Dienstingang \/ Hoofdschakelbord<\/td>\r\n<td>Binnenverdeelborden\/subpanelen<\/td>\r\n<td>Binnen 1 m van kritische belastingen (computers, chauffeurs, medische apparatuur)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Primaire functie<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Omgaan met directe bliksemstroom; bescherm de ingang van het gebouw<\/td>\r\n<td>Behandel modulaire spanningspieken als gevolg van schakelen, foutbogen, enz.<\/td>\r\n<td>Onderdruk restenergie voor gevoelige elektronica.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Parameterfocus<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Hoge impedantie; Uc \u2265 systeemspanning; Co\u00f6rdinatie omhoog<\/td>\r\n<td>In Imax, Up-cascadering met upstream\/downstream SPD's<\/td>\r\n<td>Ultra-laag omhoog; nauwkeurige klemming om gevoelige ladingen te beschermen<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Installatie Opmerking<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Heeft grote bedrading nodig (\u226516 mm\u00b2); kan worden ge\u00efnstalleerd zonder upstream OCPD; moet worden geco\u00f6rdineerd met Type 2<\/td>\r\n<td>Vereist stroomopwaartse overstroombeveiliging; bedrading \u22656 mm\u00b2<\/td>\r\n<td>Zeer dicht bij belasting; aanvulling op stroomopwaarts Type 2<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Gebruiksscenario's<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Gebouwen met LPS, hoge constructies en zones met hoge bliksem<\/td>\r\n<td>De meeste huizen, commerci\u00eble voorzieningen en industri\u00eble subpanelen<\/td>\r\n<td>PC-clusters, PLC-racks, LED-\/medische systemen<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1168\">Overzicht<\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1421\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1258\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1258\"><strong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1200\">Type 1 SPD's<\/strong> omgaan met hoge energie, directe blikseminslagen (10\/350 \u00b5s).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1334\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1334\"><strong data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1276\">Type 2 SPD's<\/strong> om schakelpieken en indirecte stakingen te verminderen (8\/20 \u00b5s).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1421\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1421\"><strong data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1352\">Type 3 SPD's<\/strong> bescherm gevoelige apparatuur tijdens de laatste kilometer (combinatiegolfvorm).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"253\">6. Overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaten (SPD) installeren en co\u00f6rdineren<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"619\">Een correcte installatie is net zo belangrijk als het selecteren van de juiste typen overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaten (SPD). Onjuiste bedrading of slechte co\u00f6rdinatie kunnen de beschermingsniveaus in gevaar brengen, zelfs als de SPD zelf voldoet aan de IEC- of UL-normen. Gebaseerd op IEC 61643-11, IEC 61643-31, UL 1449 en de technische richtlijnen van ons bedrijf, zijn dit de belangrijkste best practices:<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"619\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/attachment\/spds-install\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2167\"><img class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2167\" src=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SPDs-install-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"654\">1. Kortste verbindingsregel<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"917\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"789\">\r\n<p data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"789\">Houd alle SPD-aansluitleidingen zo kort en recht mogelijk, idealiter \u2264 0,5 m (zoals aanbevolen in onze technische handleiding).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"917\">\r\n<p data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"917\">Lange kabels introduceren een inductieve spanningsstijging, waardoor de restspanning (Up) die door de beschermde apparatuur wordt waargenomen, toeneemt.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"950\">2. Juiste geleidermaat<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"1317\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"1242\">\r\n<p data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"1002\">Gebruik geleiders die zijn gedimensioneerd volgens het SPD-type:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1242\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1089\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1089\"><strong data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1022\">Type 1 SPD:<\/strong> minimaal 16 mm\u00b2 koper (hoogenergetische bliksemstroom, Iimp).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1137\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1137\"><strong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1109\">Type 2 SPD:<\/strong> minimaal 6 mm\u00b2 koper.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1242\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1242\"><strong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1157\">Type 3 SPD:<\/strong> volg de gegevens van de fabrikant, doorgaans kleinere doorsneden vanwege lagere stroomsterkte.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1317\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1317\">Gebruik altijd koperen geleiders met een lage impedantie en vermijd scherpe bochten.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1349\">3. Equipotentiale binding<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1571\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1447\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1447\">Alle SPD's moeten worden aangesloten op hetzelfde hoofdaardingsrail- of potentiaalvereffeningssysteem.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1571\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1571\">De verbinding zorgt ervoor dat piekenergie veilig naar aarde wordt afgevoerd, waardoor gevaarlijke potentiaalverschillen tussen circuits worden vermeden.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1598\">4. SPD-co\u00f6rdinatie<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"2069\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1738\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1738\">Hi\u00ebrarchie van spanningsbeschermingsniveau (omhoog): Stroomopwaartse SPD's (Type 1) moeten altijd een hogere Up-waarde hebben dan stroomafwaartse SPD's (Type 2\/3).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1907\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1907\">Afstandsregel: Als de kabel tussen SPD's en beschermde belastingen langer is dan 10 m, installeer dan een extra stroomafwaartse SPD (bijvoorbeeld Type 3) voor een betere bescherming.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"2069\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"2069\">Parallelle co\u00f6rdinatie: Zorg voor meertrapsbeveiliging (Type 1 + Type 2 + Type 3) voor een goede energieverdeling, zodat geen enkel apparaat overbelast raakt.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2105\">5. Back-upbescherming (OCPD)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2388\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2187\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2187\">Gebruik altijd speciale zekeringen of stroomonderbrekers om de SPD zelf te beschermen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2271\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2271\">Onze handleiding specificeert de waarden van de back-upzekeringen, afhankelijk van het SPD-model en Imax\/Iimp.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2388\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2388\">UL 1449 vereist ook een goede overstroombeveiliging om oververhitting of uitval van de SPD tijdens extreme gebeurtenissen te voorkomen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2660\"><strong data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2409\">Pro-tip:<\/strong> Controleer altijd de naleving van <strong data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2521\">IEC 61643-11 (AC SPD's), IEC 61643-31 (PV\/DC SPD's), <\/strong>of UL 1449 (Noord-Amerika), afhankelijk van uw regio. Een juiste installatie en co\u00f6rdinatie maximaliseren de levensduur van de SPD en garanderen de veiligheid van het gehele elektrische systeem.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"6325\" data-end=\"6343\">7. Conclusie<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"6344\" data-end=\"6467\">Soorten overspanningsbeveiligingsapparaten zijn niet uitwisselbaar; elk speelt een unieke rol bij het verdedigen van elektrische systemen.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"6468\" data-end=\"6720\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"6468\" data-end=\"6524\">\r\n<p data-start=\"6470\" data-end=\"6524\"><strong data-start=\"6470\" data-end=\"6480\">Type 1<\/strong> beschermt tegen directe blikseminslagen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"6525\" data-end=\"6581\">\r\n<p data-start=\"6527\" data-end=\"6581\"><strong data-start=\"6527\" data-end=\"6537\">Type 2<\/strong> is het werkpaard voor verdeelborden.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"6582\" data-end=\"6638\">\r\n<p data-start=\"6584\" data-end=\"6638\"><strong data-start=\"6584\" data-end=\"6594\">Type 3<\/strong> beschermt uw meest gevoelige elektronica.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"6639\" data-end=\"6720\">\r\n<p data-start=\"6641\" data-end=\"6720\"><strong data-start=\"6641\" data-end=\"6672\">Combinaties en PV\/DC SPD's<\/strong> betrekking hebben op gespecialiseerde en hernieuwbare toepassingen.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"6722\" data-end=\"6892\">Door SPD-typen, hun normen en installatieregels te begrijpen, kunt u een gelaagde verdediging ontwerpen die de veiligheid garandeert, de uitvaltijd minimaliseert en investeringen beschermt.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":2160,"parent":0,"menu_order":125,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"blog_category":[9],"class_list":["post-2163","blog","type-blog","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","blog_category-industry-news"],"acf":{"des":"Discover the different Types of Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) \u2014 Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, combo units, and PV\/DC solutions. Backed by IEC and UL standards, this guide explains how each SPD works, where to install it, and how to coordinate them for reliable protection of homes, businesses, and solar systems.","txt":"<h2 data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"404\">1. Introduction<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"685\">Power surges are silent killers in modern electrical systems. From residential electronics to industrial automation and solar plants, even a single transient overvoltage can cause downtime, costly repairs, or equipment failure. The solution? <strong data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"683\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/product-category\/ac-power-surge-protection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Surge Protection Devices (SPDs)<\/a><\/span>.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"952\">In this guide, we\u2019ll break down the different Types of Surge Protection Devices, explain how they work, and compare their applications. By the end, you\u2019ll know exactly which SPD types fit your system \u2014 whether it\u2019s a home, data center, or PV installation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"1001\">2. What Are Surge Protection Devices?<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1283\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/product-category\/ac-power-surge-protection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1037\">Surge Protection Device (SPD)<\/strong> <\/span><\/a>is a safety component installed in an electrical system to limit transient overvoltages caused by lightning strikes, switching events, or utility disturbances. It works by diverting surge energy safely to earth, protecting connected equipment.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1440\">Think of an SPD as a pressure-release valve: it doesn\u2019t stop the surge from happening, but it channels the excess energy away from sensitive electronics.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1440\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/product-category\/ac-power-surge-protection\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2160\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-2160 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BR-20-4P-1Type-2-Surge-Protection-Device.jpg-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"Types of Surge Protection Devices\" width=\"705\" height=\"705\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1486\">3. How Does Surge Protection Work?<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1734\">SPDs rely on components such as Metal Oxide Varistors (MOVs), Gas Discharge Tubes (GDTs), and spark gaps. When voltage exceeds a safe threshold (Uc), the SPD switches into conduction mode, clamping the surge to a lower residual voltage (Up).<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1767\">Key parameters to understand:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"2141\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1853\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1853\"><strong data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1816\">Uc (Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage):<\/strong> the normal voltage the SPD can handle.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1945\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1945\"><strong data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1890\">Up (Voltage Protection Level):<\/strong> clamping voltage that downstream devices will \u201csee.\u201d<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2048\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"2048\"><strong data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"2000\">In \/ Imax (Nominal &amp; Maximum Discharge Current):<\/strong> how much surge current the device can absorb.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2141\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2141\"><strong data-start=\"2051\" data-end=\"2078\">Iimp (Impulse Current):<\/strong> specific to Type 1, representing lightning strike waveforms.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/attachment\/spd-install\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2159\"><img class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2159\" src=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SPD-install.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"745\" height=\"609\" \/><\/a>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"527\">4. Types of Surge Protection Devices<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"821\">Understanding SPD types is the key to designing layered surge protection. International standards such as <a href=\"https:\/\/webstore.iec.ch\/en\/publication\/65314\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"660\">IEC 61643-11 (AC)<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/webstore.iec.ch\/en\/publication\/26931\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"686\">IEC 61643-31 (DC\/PV)<\/strong><\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nemasurge.org\/ul-1449-transient-voltage-surge-suppressors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"719\">UL 1449 (North America)<\/strong> <\/a>define different classes based on test waveforms, energy capability, and installation location.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"975\">Below, we break down the different types of surge protection devices (SPDs) you\u2019ll encounter, with their technical roles and application guidance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1038\">4.1 Type 1 SPDs (IEC 61643-11, Class I, 10\/350 \u00b5s)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1975\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1201\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1201\"><strong data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1056\">Definition:<\/strong> Designed to discharge partial lightning current. Tested with the 10\/350 \u00b5s impulse waveform (Iimp) representing a direct lightning strike.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1383\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1383\"><strong data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1227\">Installation Point:<\/strong> Service entrance, typically upstream of the main distribution board. Often used in buildings equipped with an external Lightning Protection System (LPS).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1658\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1407\"><strong data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1405\">Key Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1658\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1475\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1475\">Iimp (Impulse Current): rated lightning current capacity.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1571\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1571\">Uc (Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage): ensures no damage during normal operation.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1574\" data-end=\"1658\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1658\">Up (Voltage Protection Level): residual voltage seen by downstream circuits.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1731\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1731\"><strong data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1681\">Technology Used:<\/strong> Spark gaps, heavy-duty MOVs, or hybrid designs.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1862\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1750\"><strong data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1748\">Use Cases:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1862\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1806\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1806\">Industrial facilities, telecom towers, hospitals.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1862\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1862\">Tall buildings in high lightning density regions.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1975\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1975\"><strong data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1877\">Example:<\/strong> A factory with rooftop lightning rods will require Type 1 SPDs at the main incoming supply.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2037\">4.2 Type 2 SPDs (IEC 61643-11, Class II, 8\/20 \u00b5s)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2824\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2167\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2167\"><strong data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2055\">Definition:<\/strong> Handles switching surges and indirect lightning effects. Tested with 8\/20 \u00b5s current waveform (In, Imax).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2248\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2248\"><strong data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2193\">Installation Point:<\/strong> Main or sub-distribution boards inside the facility.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2496\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2272\"><strong data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2270\">Key Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2496\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2347\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2347\">In (Nominal Discharge Current): endurance under multiple surges.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2417\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2417\">Imax (Maximum Discharge Current): maximum surge capability.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2496\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2496\">Up: must coordinate with both upstream Type 1 and downstream Type 3.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2497\" data-end=\"2578\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2578\"><strong data-start=\"2499\" data-end=\"2519\">Technology Used:<\/strong> MOV-based modules, often pluggable for easy replacement.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2716\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2597\"><strong data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2595\">Use Cases:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2716\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2655\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2655\">Residential homes, office buildings, retail stores.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2716\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2716\">Standard protection in areas with moderate surge risk.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2824\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2824\"><strong data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2731\">Example:<\/strong> A small office without external LPS would typically use Type 2 SPDs in the main board.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nWant a detailed breakdown? Read our full guide: <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><strong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1147\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/blog\/what-is-a-type-2-surge-protection-device\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1023\" data-end=\"1145\">What Is a Type 2 Surge Protection Device?<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/span>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2831\" data-end=\"2890\">4.3 Type 3 SPDs (IEC 61643-11, Class III, combo wave)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"3555\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"3022\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"3022\"><strong data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"2908\">Definition:<\/strong> Fine protection for terminal equipment. Tested with combination wave (1.2\/50 \u00b5s voltage + 8\/20 \u00b5s current).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3023\" data-end=\"3126\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3126\"><strong data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3048\">Installation Point:<\/strong> As close as possible to the protected device (socket outlet, device input).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3127\" data-end=\"3273\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3150\"><strong data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3148\">Key Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3273\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3216\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3155\" data-end=\"3216\">Up: very low clamping level to protect sensitive loads.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3273\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3273\">Must be used in coordination with upstream Type 2.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3348\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3348\"><strong data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3296\">Technology Used:<\/strong> MOVs combined with filters for extra attenuation.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3349\" data-end=\"3435\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3367\"><strong data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3365\">Use Cases:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"3370\" data-end=\"3435\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3370\" data-end=\"3435\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3372\" data-end=\"3435\">Computers, LED drivers, medical electronics, and control systems.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3436\" data-end=\"3555\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3555\"><strong data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3450\">Example:<\/strong> A hospital MRI machine requires Type 3 SPD near the device, working together with upstream Type 2.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nLearn more in our dedicated article: <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><strong data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1584\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/blog\/what-is-a-type-3-surge-protector\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1582\">What Is a Type 3 Surge Protector?<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/span>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"3562\" data-end=\"3594\">4.4 T1+T2 Combination SPDs<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"4178\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3710\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3597\" data-end=\"3710\"><strong data-start=\"3597\" data-end=\"3612\">Definition:<\/strong> A single SPD unit tested for both Class I (10\/350 \u00b5s) and Class II (8\/20 \u00b5s) waveforms.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3711\" data-end=\"3804\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3713\" data-end=\"3804\"><strong data-start=\"3713\" data-end=\"3725\">Benefit:<\/strong> Protects against direct lightning as well as switching surges in one device.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3805\" data-end=\"3895\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3807\" data-end=\"3895\"><strong data-start=\"3807\" data-end=\"3830\">Installation Point:<\/strong> Service entrance when space or budget limits multiple devices.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3896\" data-end=\"4076\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3914\"><strong data-start=\"3898\" data-end=\"3912\">Use Cases:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"3917\" data-end=\"4076\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3917\" data-end=\"3996\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3919\" data-end=\"3996\">Medium-sized commercial or residential buildings need compact solutions.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4076\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4001\" data-end=\"4076\">Sites where coordination between separate Type 1 and Type 2 is difficult.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4077\" data-end=\"4178\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4079\" data-end=\"4178\"><strong data-start=\"4079\" data-end=\"4091\">Example:<\/strong> A shopping mall's main switchboard may install a T1+T2 SPD to simplify protection.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"4185\" data-end=\"4217\">4.5 T2+T3 Combination SPDs<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4676\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4299\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4220\" data-end=\"4299\"><strong data-start=\"4220\" data-end=\"4235\">Definition:<\/strong> Hybrid devices are tested for Class II and Class III performance.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4300\" data-end=\"4374\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4302\" data-end=\"4374\"><strong data-start=\"4302\" data-end=\"4314\">Benefit:<\/strong> Provides both distribution-level and terminal protection.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4375\" data-end=\"4477\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4377\" data-end=\"4477\"><strong data-start=\"4377\" data-end=\"4400\">Installation Point:<\/strong> Sub-panels close to sensitive loads, especially if cable runs exceed 10 m.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4478\" data-end=\"4559\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4480\" data-end=\"4496\"><strong data-start=\"4480\" data-end=\"4494\">Use Cases:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"4499\" data-end=\"4559\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4499\" data-end=\"4559\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4501\" data-end=\"4559\">Data centers, server rooms, industrial control cabinets.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4560\" data-end=\"4676\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4562\" data-end=\"4676\"><strong data-start=\"4562\" data-end=\"4574\">Example:<\/strong> A factory automation line with long cable runs to PLCs can use a T2+T3 SPD near the PLC panels.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"4683\" data-end=\"4734\">4.6 Type 4 SPDs (UL 1449, North America only)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"4735\" data-end=\"5324\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4735\" data-end=\"4856\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4737\" data-end=\"4856\"><strong data-start=\"4737\" data-end=\"4762\">Definition (UL 1449):<\/strong> Component assemblies not intended as stand-alone devices but integrated into OEM equipment.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4857\" data-end=\"5012\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4859\" data-end=\"4879\"><strong data-start=\"4859\" data-end=\"4877\">Subcategories:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"4882\" data-end=\"5012\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4882\" data-end=\"4965\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4884\" data-end=\"4965\">Type 4 Component Assemblies (CA): pre-packaged SPD parts for manufacturers.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"4968\" data-end=\"5012\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4970\" data-end=\"5012\">Type 5 Components: raw MOVs or GDTs.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5013\" data-end=\"5099\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5015\" data-end=\"5099\"><strong data-start=\"5015\" data-end=\"5038\">Installation Point:<\/strong> Inside appliances, power supplies, or custom-built panels.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5100\" data-end=\"5230\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5102\" data-end=\"5118\"><strong data-start=\"5102\" data-end=\"5116\">Use Cases:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"5121\" data-end=\"5230\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5121\" data-end=\"5166\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5123\" data-end=\"5166\">OEMs designing surge-protected equipment.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5169\" data-end=\"5230\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5171\" data-end=\"5230\">Specialized industrial gear in the North American market.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5231\" data-end=\"5324\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5233\" data-end=\"5324\"><strong data-start=\"5233\" data-end=\"5245\">Example:<\/strong> A UPS manufacturer integrates Type 4 SPD assemblies inside its products.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"5331\" data-end=\"5382\">4.7 PV\/DC SPDs (IEC 61643-31, up to 1500 VDC)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"5383\" data-end=\"6082\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5383\" data-end=\"5474\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5385\" data-end=\"5474\"><strong data-start=\"5385\" data-end=\"5400\">Definition:<\/strong> Surge protection devices designed for photovoltaic and DC circuits.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5475\" data-end=\"5555\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5477\" data-end=\"5555\"><strong data-start=\"5477\" data-end=\"5496\">Test Standards:<\/strong> IEC 61643-31 specifies requirements for DC applications.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5556\" data-end=\"5647\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5558\" data-end=\"5647\"><strong data-start=\"5558\" data-end=\"5581\">Installation Point:<\/strong> PV array combiner boxes, inverters, and DC distribution boards.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5648\" data-end=\"5876\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5650\" data-end=\"5671\"><strong data-start=\"5650\" data-end=\"5669\">Key Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"5674\" data-end=\"5876\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5674\" data-end=\"5740\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5676\" data-end=\"5740\">Ucpv: rated continuous PV voltage (600 V, 1000 V, 1500 V).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5743\" data-end=\"5796\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5745\" data-end=\"5796\">In \/ Imax: surge current handling on the DC side.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5799\" data-end=\"5876\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5801\" data-end=\"5876\">Response time: must be fast enough for semiconductor-based inverters.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5877\" data-end=\"5976\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5879\" data-end=\"5895\"><strong data-start=\"5879\" data-end=\"5893\">Use Cases:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"5898\" data-end=\"5976\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5898\" data-end=\"5976\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5900\" data-end=\"5976\">Utility-scale solar farms, rooftop PV systems, battery storage facilities.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"5977\" data-end=\"6082\">\r\n<p data-start=\"5979\" data-end=\"6082\"><strong data-start=\"5979\" data-end=\"5991\">Example:<\/strong> A 1500 VDC solar farm will need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/product_category\/pv-surge-protection-type-1-type-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"6024\" data-end=\"6041\">T1+T2 PV SPDs<\/strong><\/a> at combiner boxes and inverter inputs.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"6089\" data-end=\"6304\"><strong data-start=\"6091\" data-end=\"6115\">Pro Tip for readers:<\/strong> Always use a <em data-start=\"6129\" data-end=\"6153\">coordinated SPD system<\/em>. Type 1 at the entrance, Type 2 at sub-panels, and Type 3 close to critical loads. For PV, add Type 2 or T1+T2 DC SPDs as specified by IEC 61643-31.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"3151\" data-end=\"3197\">5. Type 1 vs Type 2 vs Type 3 SPD Devices<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"3199\" data-end=\"3436\">If you want a deeper dive, check our dedicated blog on this topic here:<br data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3273\" \/><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/blog\/difference-between-type-1-type-2-and-type-3-surge-protective-devices\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3276\" data-end=\"3434\"><em><strong>Difference Between Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3 SPDs<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3504\">Here\u2019s a quick comparison to help you choose the right SPD type:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table>\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Attribute<\/th>\r\n<th><strong>Type 1 SPD<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th><strong>Type 2 SPD<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<th><strong>Type 3 SPD<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Tested Standard<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>IEC 61643-11 Class I (10\/350 \u00b5s) + dual-rated UL Type 1\/2<\/td>\r\n<td>IEC 61643-11 Class II (8\/20 \u00b5s) + UL Type 2<\/td>\r\n<td>IEC 61643-11 Class III (combination wave) + UL Type 3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Typical Location<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Service entrance \/ Main switchboard<\/td>\r\n<td>Inside distribution boards\/sub-panels<\/td>\r\n<td>Within 1 m of critical loads (computers, drivers, medical gear)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Primary Function<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Handle direct lightning current; protect building entrance<\/td>\r\n<td>Handle modular surges from switching, fault arcs, etc.<\/td>\r\n<td>Suppress residual energy for sensitive electronics.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Parameter Focus<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>High impedance; Uc \u2265 system voltage; Up coordination<\/td>\r\n<td>In Imax, Up cascading with upstream\/downstream SPDs<\/td>\r\n<td>Ultra-low Up; precise clamping to protect sensitive loads<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Installation Note<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Needs large wiring (\u226516 mm\u00b2); can be installed without upstream OCPD; must be coordinated with Type 2<\/td>\r\n<td>Requires upstream overcurrent protection; wiring \u22656 mm\u00b2<\/td>\r\n<td>Very close to load; supplement to upstream Type 2<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><strong>Use Cases<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td>Buildings with LPS, tall structures, and high lightning zones<\/td>\r\n<td>Most homes, commercial facilities, and industrial sub-panels<\/td>\r\n<td>PC clusters, PLC racks, LED\/medical systems<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1168\">Overview<\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1421\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1258\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1258\"><strong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1200\">Type 1 SPDs<\/strong> handle high-energy, direct lightning strokes (10\/350 \u00b5s).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1334\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1334\"><strong data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1276\">Type 2 SPDs<\/strong> mitigate switching surges and indirect strikes (8\/20 \u00b5s).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1421\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1421\"><strong data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1352\">Type 3 SPDs<\/strong> protect sensitive equipment at the last mile (combination waveform).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"253\">6. How to Install and Coordinate Surge Protection Devices (SPD)<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"619\">Correct installation is just as critical as selecting the right Types of Surge Protection Devices (SPD). Improper wiring or poor coordination can compromise protection levels, even if the SPD itself meets IEC or UL standards. Based on IEC 61643-11, IEC 61643-31, UL 1449, and our company\u2019s engineering guidelines, here are the key best practices:<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"255\" data-end=\"619\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/attachment\/spds-install\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2167\"><img class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2167\" src=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SPDs-install-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" \/><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3 data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"654\">1. Shortest Connection Rule<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"917\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"789\">\r\n<p data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"789\">Keep all SPD connecting leads as short and straight as possible, ideally \u2264 0.5 m (as recommended in our technical manual).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"917\">\r\n<p data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"917\">Long leads introduce inductive voltage rise, which increases the residual voltage (Up) seen by the protected equipment.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"950\">2. Correct Conductor Size<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"1317\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"1242\">\r\n<p data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"1002\">Use conductors sized according to the SPD type:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1242\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1089\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1089\"><strong data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1022\">Type 1 SPD:<\/strong> minimum 16 mm\u00b2 copper (high-energy lightning current, Iimp).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1137\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1137\"><strong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1109\">Type 2 SPD:<\/strong> minimum 6 mm\u00b2 copper.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1242\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1242\"><strong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1157\">Type 3 SPD:<\/strong> follow the manufacturer\u2019s data, typically smaller cross-sections due to lower current.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1317\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1317\">Always use copper conductors with low impedance and avoid sharp bends.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1349\">3. Equipotential Bonding<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1571\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1447\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1447\">All SPDs must be connected to the same main earthing bar or equipotential bonding system.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1571\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1571\">Bonding ensures surge energy is safely discharged to ground, avoiding dangerous potential differences between circuits.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1598\">4. SPD Coordination<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"2069\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1738\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1738\">Voltage Protection Level (Up) Hierarchy: Upstream SPDs (Type 1) should always have a higher Up than downstream SPDs (Type 2\/3).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1907\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1907\">Distance Rule: If the cable between SPDs and protected loads is longer than 10 m, install an additional downstream SPD (e.g., Type 3) for better protection.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"2069\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"2069\">Parallel Coordination: For multi-stage protection (Type 1 + Type 2 + Type 3), ensure proper energy distribution so that no single device is overstressed.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2105\">5. Back-Up Protection (OCPD)<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2388\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2187\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2187\">Always use dedicated fuses or circuit breakers to protect the SPD itself.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2271\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2190\" data-end=\"2271\">Our manual specifies back-up fuse ratings depending on SPD model and Imax\/Iimp.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2388\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2388\">UL 1449 also requires proper overcurrent protection to prevent SPD overheating or failure during extreme events.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2660\"><strong data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2409\">Pro Tip:<\/strong> Always verify compliance with <strong data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2521\">IEC 61643-11 (AC SPDs), IEC 61643-31 (PV\/DC SPDs), <\/strong>or UL 1449 (North America) depending on your region. Correct installation and coordination maximize SPD lifetime and ensure safety of the entire electrical system.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"6325\" data-end=\"6343\">7. Conclusion<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"6344\" data-end=\"6467\">Types of Surge Protection Devices are not interchangeable \u2014 each plays a unique role in defending electrical systems.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"6468\" data-end=\"6720\">\r\n \t<li data-start=\"6468\" data-end=\"6524\">\r\n<p data-start=\"6470\" data-end=\"6524\"><strong data-start=\"6470\" data-end=\"6480\">Type 1<\/strong> shields against direct lightning strikes.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"6525\" data-end=\"6581\">\r\n<p data-start=\"6527\" data-end=\"6581\"><strong data-start=\"6527\" data-end=\"6537\">Type 2<\/strong> is the workhorse for distribution boards.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"6582\" data-end=\"6638\">\r\n<p data-start=\"6584\" data-end=\"6638\"><strong data-start=\"6584\" data-end=\"6594\">Type 3<\/strong> protects your most sensitive electronics.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li data-start=\"6639\" data-end=\"6720\">\r\n<p data-start=\"6641\" data-end=\"6720\"><strong data-start=\"6641\" data-end=\"6672\">Combinations and PV\/DC SPDs<\/strong> cover specialized and renewable applications.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"6722\" data-end=\"6892\">By understanding SPD types, their standards, and installation rules, you can design a layered defense that ensures safety, minimizes downtime, and protects investments.<\/p>"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog\/2163","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/blog"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2160"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2163"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"blog_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/nl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog_category?post=2163"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}