Why Choose the Mersen 44020308 K2-3P440 Surge Protection Device?
The Mersen 44020308, also identified as the K2-3P440, is a robust Type 2 surge protection device (SPD) engineered to protect three-phase low-voltage electrical installations from transient overvoltages. Part of the proven Mersen Surge-Trap K2 series, it is designed for 400/690 V TN-C electrical systems and is also suitable for 400 V IT network configurations, providing dependable protection against lightning-induced surges and switching transients.
Its reinforced pluggable design enables protection cartridges to be replaced quickly without removing the complete DIN-rail base, reducing maintenance time and minimising system downtime. A clear visual status indicator allows engineers to verify the operating condition instantly, ensuring surge protection remains fully operational.
Featuring a 440 V AC maximum continuous operating voltage, 20 kA nominal discharge current and 50 kA maximum discharge current, the Mersen K2-3P440 delivers reliable secondary surge protection for industrial switchgear, commercial distribution boards, motor control centres and critical infrastructure applications.
Key Advantages
- Reliable Type 2 surge protection for three-phase 400/690 V electrical systems.
- 50 kA maximum discharge current provides excellent transient overvoltage protection.
- Suitable for TN-C systems and compatible with 400 V IT networks.
- Replaceable pluggable cartridges simplify servicing and maintenance.
- Visual status indication allows rapid inspection.
- Compact three-module DIN-rail installation.
Key Features
- Mersen Surge-Trap K2 series.
- Type 2 / Class II surge protection device.
- Three-pole (3+0) configuration.
- 400/690 V AC nominal operating voltage.
- 440 V AC maximum continuous operating voltage (Uc).
- 20 kA nominal discharge current (In).
- 50 kA maximum discharge current (Imax).
- Protection mode: L-PE(N).
- Dynamic thermal disconnection.
- Visual operating status indication.
- Replaceable plug-in cartridges.
- DIN-rail mounting.
Reliable Protection for 400/690 V Three-Phase Systems
Transient overvoltages generated by indirect lightning strikes, switching operations, motors, transformers and other inductive loads can rapidly damage PLCs, drives, communication equipment, power supplies and control electronics. Installing a dedicated Type 2 surge protection device significantly reduces the risk of equipment failure and costly downtime.
The Mersen K2-3P440 combines high surge handling capability with fast response and replaceable protection cartridges, delivering dependable long-term protection whilst simplifying preventative maintenance in demanding industrial environments.
Typical Applications
- 400/690 V TN-C distribution boards.
- 400 V IT electrical installations.
- Industrial switchgear.
- Motor control centres.
- Commercial power distribution systems.
- PLC and automation control panels.