Why Choose the Mersen 83020006 Type 2 PV Surge Protection Device?
The Mersen 83020006, also known as SP2-40K1000V-PV, is a high-performance Type 2 photovoltaic surge protection device designed to protect DC solar installations from transient overvoltages caused by lightning effects, switching operations and electrical network disturbances.
As part of the Mersen Surge-Trap STP T2 40 PV series, this device is engineered for photovoltaic applications including rooftop solar, commercial PV systems and large-scale solar installations. Its pluggable design allows fast replacement during maintenance, helping reduce downtime while maintaining reliable protection for PV equipment.
With a 40 kA maximum discharge current, 1000 V DC nominal voltage and 530 V DC maximum continuous operating voltage, the Mersen 83020006 is a practical choice for Type 2 DC surge protection in solar power distribution and inverter protection systems.
Key Advantages
- Type 2 / Class II photovoltaic surge protection device for DC solar applications.
- 40 kA maximum discharge current for robust transient overvoltage protection.
- 1000 V DC nominal voltage for photovoltaic power systems.
- 530 V DC maximum continuous operating voltage for compatible PV networks.
- Plug-in cartridge format supports fast replacement and reduced maintenance time.
- Suitable for PV combiner boxes, inverter protection and DC distribution panels.
Key Features
- Mersen Surge-Trap STP T2 40 PV series.
- Type 2 / Class II surge protection.
- Photovoltaic DC surge protection device.
- 1 pole configuration.
- 1000 V DC nominal voltage.
- 530 V DC maximum continuous operating voltage.
- 40 kA maximum discharge current.
- Designed for compatible DIN rail PV surge protection assemblies.
Reliable Type 2 Protection for Photovoltaic Systems
Photovoltaic installations are exposed to transient overvoltages from lightning-induced surges and switching events. Type 2 DC surge protection devices help limit these voltage spikes before they reach inverters, combiner boxes and other sensitive PV equipment.
The Mersen 83020006 supports efficient maintenance by using a pluggable surge protection format. This makes it suitable for solar contractors, panel builders and maintenance engineers responsible for keeping PV systems protected and operational.
Typical Applications
- Photovoltaic DC installations.
- Solar PV combiner boxes.
- Inverter input protection.
- Commercial rooftop solar systems.
- Large-scale solar farms.
- Maintenance replacement for compatible Mersen Surge-Trap PV devices.
