Why Choose the Mersen 83230128 Surge Protection Device?
The Mersen 83230128 is a high performance Type 2+3 Surge Protection Device (SPD) designed to protect low voltage electrical installations against transient overvoltages. Part of the Mersen Surge-Trap® Pluggable STPT23 Series, this device provides reliable protection for three-phase plus neutral electrical systems used in commercial, industrial and automation applications.
Engineered as a final stage of surge protection, the device diverts damaging voltage spikes caused by lightning strikes and switching operations away from sensitive electrical equipment. Its pluggable modular construction enables rapid replacement, helping minimise maintenance time while maintaining system protection.
With a maximum discharge current of 20 kA (8/20 μs), a 320 V AC continuous operating voltage (Uc) and a 3+1 TT configuration, the Mersen 83230128 is ideal for protecting switchboards, control panels, PLCs, drives and industrial automation equipment operating on 230/400 V AC and 277/480 V AC systems.
Key Advantages
- High performance Type 2+3 surge protection device.
- 20 kA maximum discharge current for dependable transient overvoltage protection.
- 320 V AC continuous operating voltage for higher voltage low voltage systems.
- 3+1 TT configuration suitable for three-phase plus neutral installations.
- Pluggable modular design for quick maintenance and replacement.
- Protects sensitive electrical, automation and control equipment.
Key Features
- Mersen Surge-Trap® Pluggable STPT23 Series.
- Model: STPT23-20K320V-4PG.
- Type 2+3 / Class II+III surge protection device.
- 20 kA Imax (8/20 μs).
- 10 kA nominal discharge current (In).
- 320 V AC continuous operating voltage (Uc L-N).
- Four-pole 3+1 TT configuration.
- Pluggable four-module DIN rail format.
Reliable Protection Against Electrical Surges
Surge protection devices safely divert transient overvoltages away from connected equipment before they can cause insulation failure, electronic damage or costly downtime. Installing an SPD helps improve equipment reliability and extends the service life of sensitive industrial electronics.
The Mersen Surge-Trap® STPT23 Series is designed as the final stage of surge protection in panels where upstream Type 2 protection is already installed, making it ideal for industrial automation, commercial buildings, telecommunications, water treatment facilities and renewable energy applications.
Typical Applications
- Industrial control panels.
- Electrical distribution boards.
- Automation and machinery systems.
- Commercial buildings.
- PLC, drive and instrumentation protection.
- Telecommunications, renewable energy and water treatment installations.