{"id":879,"date":"2025-04-19T10:48:37","date_gmt":"2025-04-19T02:48:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=879"},"modified":"2025-04-19T11:23:19","modified_gmt":"2025-04-19T03:23:19","slug":"surge-protection-for-solar-photovoltaic-systems","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/tr\/blog\/surge-protection-for-solar-photovoltaic-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"G\u00fcne\u015f Fotovoltaik Sistemleri \u0130\u00e7in A\u015f\u0131r\u0131 Gerilim Korumas\u0131"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"119\">A\u015f\u0131r\u0131 Gerilim Koruma Cihazlar\u0131 Solar PV Sistemleri i\u00e7in Neden Gereklidir?<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"486\">G\u00fcne\u015f fotovoltaik (PV) enerji santrallerinin uzak konumlar\u0131, geni\u015f yerle\u015fim planlar\u0131 ve a\u00e7\u0131kta kalan y\u00fczeyleri, onlar\u0131 \u00e7evresel tehlikelere, \u00f6zellikle de elektrik f\u0131rt\u0131nalar\u0131na kar\u015f\u0131 olduk\u00e7a savunmas\u0131z hale getiriyor. En b\u00fcy\u00fck risklerden biri, do\u011frudan veya dolayl\u0131 y\u0131ld\u0131r\u0131m \u00e7arpmalar\u0131n\u0131n neden oldu\u011fu hasarlard\u0131r; bu da sistemin uzun s\u00fcre kapal\u0131 kalmas\u0131na, invert\u00f6r ar\u0131zas\u0131na ve b\u00fcy\u00fck gelir kay\u0131plar\u0131na yol a\u00e7abilir.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"819\">To mitigate these risks, it's crucial to install surge protection devices (SPDs) for solar PV systems at strategic points, including the solar inverter and array junction boxes. These solar surge protection solutions act as a first line of defence, preventing destructive overvoltages from damaging sensitive equipment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"893\">Do\u011fru PV A\u015f\u0131r\u0131 Gerilim Koruma Cihazlar\u0131 Nas\u0131l Se\u00e7ilir ve Kurulur<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"1176\">Fotovoltaik sistemler, genellikle 1500V'a kadar y\u00fcksek gerilim DC uygulamalar\u0131 i\u00e7in \u00f6zel olarak tasarlanm\u0131\u015f PV a\u015f\u0131r\u0131 gerilim koruma cihazlar\u0131 gerektiren belirli ko\u015fullar alt\u0131nda \u00e7al\u0131\u015f\u0131r. AC sistemlerinden farkl\u0131 olarak g\u00fcne\u015f panellerindeki DC ortam\u0131 s\u00fcreklidir ve benzersiz zorluklar sunar.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1274\">Solar PV sisteminiz i\u00e7in do\u011fru SPD'yi se\u00e7mek i\u00e7in a\u015fa\u011f\u0131daki kritik fakt\u00f6rleri g\u00f6z \u00f6n\u00fcnde bulundurun:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1676\">\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1336\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1336\">Kurulum alan\u0131ndaki y\u0131ld\u0131r\u0131m yo\u011funlu\u011fu<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1385\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1385\">Sistemin \u00e7al\u0131\u015fma s\u0131cakl\u0131\u011f\u0131 aral\u0131\u011f\u0131<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1444\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1444\">Sistemin DC voltaj de\u011feri (genellikle 1500V'a kadar)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1500\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1500\">PV dizisinin k\u0131sa devre ak\u0131m\u0131 (Isc)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1583\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1583\">A\u015f\u0131r\u0131 gerilime maruz kalma t\u00fcr\u00fc (ge\u00e7ici, do\u011frudan veya dolayl\u0131 y\u0131ld\u0131r\u0131m)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1676\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1676\">Gerekli nominal de\u015farj ak\u0131m\u0131 (In) ve koruma s\u0131n\u0131f\u0131 (\u00f6rn. Tip 1+2 SPD)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1893\">Etkili koruma sa\u011flamak i\u00e7in se\u00e7ilen SPD'nin voltaj koruma seviyesi (Yukar\u0131), invert\u00f6r veya birle\u015ftirici kutu gibi ba\u011fl\u0131 ekipman\u0131n dielektrik dayan\u0131m\u0131ndan en az 20% daha d\u00fc\u015f\u00fck olmal\u0131d\u0131r.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"2114\">Solar PV i\u00e7in do\u011fru y\u0131ld\u0131r\u0131m korumas\u0131n\u0131 uygulamak yaln\u0131zca bir g\u00fcvenlik \u00f6nlemi de\u011fildir; sistemin \u00e7al\u0131\u015fma s\u00fcresini s\u00fcrd\u00fcrmek, ekipman \u00f6mr\u00fcn\u00fc uzatmak ve yenilenebilir enerjiye yapt\u0131\u011f\u0131n\u0131z yat\u0131r\u0131m\u0131 korumak i\u00e7in de gereklidir.<\/p>\r\nIt is important to use an SPD with a short circuit withstand current greater than the short circuit current of the solar array string that the SPD is connected to. The SPD that is provided on the dc output must have a dc MCOV equal to or greater than the maximum photovoltaic system voltage of the panel.\r\n\r\nWhen a lightning strikes at point A (see Figure 1), the solar PV panel and the inverter are likely to be damaged. Only the inverter will be damaged if the lightning strikes at point B. However, the inverter is typically the most expensive component within a PV system, which is why it is essential to properly select and install the correct SPD on both the ac and dc lines. The closer the strike is to the inverter, the more damaged the inverter will be.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/tr\/product\/brpv3-600-type-2-surge-protection-device-for-pv-upto-600v\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2054\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-2054 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Surge-Protection-Devices-For-Solar-PV-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"Solar PV \u0130\u00e7in A\u015f\u0131r\u0131 Gerilim Koruma Cihazlar\u0131\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/a>\r\n<h2><strong>Birle\u015ftirici kutular ve invert\u00f6rler i\u00e7in DC ve AC Yan SPD'ler<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nSurge-protection devices are installed on the DC and AC sides of central and string inverters, in combiner boxes and to protect signal lines (measurements and communications). Depending on the atmospheric exposure of the PV plant to lightning, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractors and designers may prescribe either standard type 2 IEC SPDs (indirect impact 8\/20 \u03bcs) or more robust type 1+2 SPDs (tested to withstand direct lightning impacts in 10\/350 \u03bcs waveform).\r\n\r\nDC side protection at combiner boxes and inverters typically has a Y-connection DIN-rail configuration in order to provide common and differential mode protection.\r\n\r\nOn the AC side, overvoltage protection of the inverter is likewise required. Whether at the inverter itself or at the AC combiner box, exposure to voltage surges is generally addressed by using standard DIN-rail type 2 SPDs in TN S, IT or even TT configurations.\r\n\r\nMoreover, depending on the PV installation, type 1+2 AC may be favored in some cases by EPC contractors and designers, in order to achieve a longer lifetime for SPDs and even protection where conditions are harsher in terms of the expected direct lightning impact. This will typically be the case in areas with a very high isoceraunic level, often associated with high altitudes.","protected":false},"featured_media":880,"parent":0,"menu_order":138,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"blog_category":[9],"class_list":["post-879","blog","type-blog","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","blog_category-industry-news"],"acf":{"des":"The remote locations, exposed surface areas and extensive layouts of solar power plants put them at high risk of damage from the elements, particularly electrical storms.","txt":"<h2 data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"119\">Why Surge Protection Devices Are Essential for Solar PV Systems<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"486\">The remote locations, expansive layouts, and exposed surfaces of solar photovoltaic (PV) power plants make them highly vulnerable to environmental hazards \u2014 especially electrical storms. One of the biggest risks is damage caused by direct or indirect lightning strikes, which can lead to extended system downtime, inverter failure, and major revenue losses.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"819\">To mitigate these risks, it's crucial to install surge protection devices (SPDs) for solar PV systems at strategic points, including the solar inverter and array junction boxes. These solar surge protection solutions act as a first line of defence, preventing destructive overvoltages from damaging sensitive equipment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"893\">How to Select and Install the Right PV Surge Protection Devices<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"1176\">Photovoltaic systems operate under specific conditions that require PV surge protection devices specifically engineered for high-voltage DC applications \u2014 often up to 1500V. Unlike AC systems, the DC environment in solar arrays is continuous and presents unique challenges.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1274\">To choose the correct SPD for your solar PV system, consider the following critical factors:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1676\">\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1336\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1336\">The lightning flash density in the installation area<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1385\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1385\">The system\u2019s operating temperature range<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1444\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1444\">The system\u2019s DC voltage rating (often up to 1500V)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1500\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1500\">The short-circuit current (Isc) of the PV array<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1583\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1583\">The type of overvoltage exposure (transient, direct or indirect lightning)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1676\">\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1676\">The required nominal discharge current (In) and protection class (e.g. Type 1+2 SPD)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1893\">To ensure effective protection, the voltage protection level (Up) of the selected SPD must be at least 20% lower than the dielectric strength of the connected equipment, such as the inverter or combiner box.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"2114\">Implementing the right lightning protection for solar PV is not just a safety measure \u2014 it\u2019s essential for maintaining system uptime, extending equipment lifespan, and protecting your investment in renewable energy.<\/p>\r\nIt is important to use an SPD with a short circuit withstand current greater than the short circuit current of the solar array string that the SPD is connected to. The SPD that is provided on the dc output must have a dc MCOV equal to or greater than the maximum photovoltaic system voltage of the panel.\r\n\r\nWhen a lightning strikes at point A (see Figure 1), the solar PV panel and the inverter are likely to be damaged. Only the inverter will be damaged if the lightning strikes at point B. However, the inverter is typically the most expensive component within a PV system, which is why it is essential to properly select and install the correct SPD on both the ac and dc lines. The closer the strike is to the inverter, the more damaged the inverter will be.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/product\/brpv3-600-type-2-surge-protection-device-for-pv-upto-600v\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2054\"><img class=\"alignnone wp-image-2054 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Surge-Protection-Devices-For-Solar-PV-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"Surge Protection Devices For Solar PV\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" \/><\/a>\r\n<h2><strong>DC &amp; AC Side SPDs for combiner boxes and inverters<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nSurge-protection devices are installed on the DC and AC sides of central and string inverters, in combiner boxes and to protect signal lines (measurements and communications). Depending on the atmospheric exposure of the PV plant to lightning, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractors and designers may prescribe either standard type 2 IEC SPDs (indirect impact 8\/20 \u03bcs) or more robust type 1+2 SPDs (tested to withstand direct lightning impacts in 10\/350 \u03bcs waveform).\r\n\r\nDC side protection at combiner boxes and inverters typically has a Y-connection DIN-rail configuration in order to provide common and differential mode protection.\r\n\r\nOn the AC side, overvoltage protection of the inverter is likewise required. Whether at the inverter itself or at the AC combiner box, exposure to voltage surges is generally addressed by using standard DIN-rail type 2 SPDs in TN S, IT or even TT configurations.\r\n\r\nMoreover, depending on the PV installation, type 1+2 AC may be favored in some cases by EPC contractors and designers, in order to achieve a longer lifetime for SPDs and even protection where conditions are harsher in terms of the expected direct lightning impact. This will typically be the case in areas with a very high isoceraunic level, often associated with high altitudes."},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/tr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog\/879","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/tr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/tr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/blog"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/tr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/880"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/tr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=879"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"blog_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.britecelectric.com\/tr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog_category?post=879"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}