Surge protection in energy systems

TYPE I lightning and surge protection

Surge protection in energy systems

Future-proof protection

With VARITECTOR, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of reliable lightning and surge protection components for the protection of energy systems and installations in building, industrial and process applications. 35 mmThe powerful type I lightning arresters are available for the DIN rail, 40 mm and 60 mm busbar systems.

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High performance in your application

High performance in your application

Depending on the mains system type for which lightning protection is required, 1- to 4-pole surge protection modules as well as 1+1 and 3+1 versions are available.

Complete and attractive product range

Complete and attractive product range

Type I lightning and surge protection products are available for mains voltages of 230 V/400 V, 400 V/690 V and 950 V.

World-wide product range

World-wide product range

The arresters are tested in accordance with IEC/EN 61643-11 and can be installed in systems in accordance with IEC/EN 61643-12 or DIN EN 62305-4.

Product range – Type I lightning and surge protection AC)

12.5 kA

12.5 kA

230 V / 400 V
12.5 kA – Leakage current-free

12.5 kA – Leakage current-free

230 V / 400 V
12.5 kA – Leakage current-free

12.5 kA – Leakage current-free

230 V / 400 V – Monobloc
25 kA

25 kA

230 V / 400 V – With integrated fuse
25 kA – Leakage current-free

25 kA – Leakage current-free

230 V / 400 V
25 kA – Leakage current-free

25 kA – Leakage current-free

230 V / 400 V – Monobloc
10 kA

10 kA

400 V / 690 V
25 kA – Leakage current-free

25 kA – Leakage current-free

400 V / 690 V – Monobloc
12.5 kA

12.5 kA

950 V
7.5 kA / 12.5 kA

7.5 kA / 12.5 kA

230 V / 400 V – For 40 mm busbar
12.5 kA

12.5 kA

230 V / 400 V – For 60 mm busbar

Type I lightning and surge protection – 230 V / 400 V

12.5 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I LH

The pluggable lightning and surge protection devices of VARITECTOR PU AC type I+II have a lightning impulse current Iimp = 12.5 kA and are used in lightning protection level III/IV. The devices are energetically coordinated type I, type II and type III according to IEC/EN 61643-11 (VDE 0675-11) and have a protection level UP ≤ 1.5 kV. Application-specific product configurations are available for the different network types.

12.5 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I LH
  • Combined type I+II arrester for a wide​ range of applications​
  • Pluggable arrester with 12.5 kA lightning impulse current Iimp per module
  • Status display and remote signalling ​contact for easy maintenance​
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12.5 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I leakage current-free

The pluggable VARITECTOR PU AC type I+II lightning and surge protection devices are leakage current-free and suitable for use in the pre-meter area. The modules are energy-coordinated type I, type II and type III in accordance with IEC/EN 61643-11 (VDE 0675-11) and is used in lightning protection class III/IV. Application-specific product configurations are available for the different network types.

12.5 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I leakage current-free
  • Leakage current-free series for use in front of the electrical meter
  • Pluggable arrester with 12.5 kA lightning impulse current Iimp per module
  • Back-up fuse not necessary up to 315 A
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12.5 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I leakage current-free / Monobloc

The combined lightning and surge protection devices of the VARITECTOR PU AC type I+II are leakage current-free and particularly compact. They can be used in the pre- and post-metering area according to VDE-AR-N 4100. All devices are energy coordinated and fulfill the performance classes T1,T2, and T3 according to IEC/EN 61643-11 and VDE 0675-11 with a protection level up to ≤ 1.5 kV. Application-specific product configurations are available for the different network types.

12.5 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I leakage current-free / Monobloc
  • Combined type I+II arrester for a wide​ range of applications​
  • Leakage current-free monobloc ​with 12.5 kA lightning impulse current Iimp​​
  • Status display and remote signalling ​contact for easy maintenance​
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25 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I F with integrated fuse

The proven surge protection devices of the VPU series type I with 25 kA are also available in versions with integrated back-up fuse. This eliminates the need for an additional back-up fuse upstream of the SPD. The combined type I+II surge protection devices have one back-up fuse per protective path and can be used universally in power distribution systems. Application-specific product configurations are available for the different network types.

25 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I F with integrated fuse
  • Perfect protection due to integrated fuse and high discharge currents
  • Convenient installation and maintenance due to pluggable modules
  • Preconfigured variants for multipole applications
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25 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I S-Line leakage current-free

The innovative gas arrester technology of our VARITECTOR PU AC S line enables a particularly space-saving design with only 18 mm width per pole. For excellent surge protection with a slim design and an attractive price / performance ratio.

25 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I S-Line leakage current-free
  • Narrowest pluggable type I arrester with 25 kA discharge capacity
  • Powerful – fuseless operation up to 315 A
  • Energetic coordination as type I, II and III enables reliable protection
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25 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I+II leakage current-free / Monobloc

VARITECTOR PU AC type I+II lightning and surge protection devices are leakage current-free and particularly compact. They can be used in the pre-metering and post-metering range in accordance with VDE-AR-N 4100 and meet the requirements for Type I and II. All devices are energy-coordinated and meet the performance classes T1+T2+T3 according to IEC/EN 61643-11 and VDE 0675-11 with a protection level up to ≤ 1.5 kV. Application-oriented product configurations for different network types are available.

25 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I+II leakage current-free / Monobloc
  • Combined type I+II arrester for a wide​ range of applications​
  • Status display and fault signalling for easy maintenance
  • High discharge current for universal use in all lightning protection classes
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Type I lightning and surge protection – 400 V / 690 V

10 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I for 480 V AC applications

The supplementary modules were designed as surge protection devices for AC networks with a rated voltage of 400 V AC. The pluggable arresters are energy-coordinated type I, II and III arresters in accordance with IEC/EN 61643-11. No back-up fuse is required up to 315 A. Application-specific product configurations are available for the different network types.

10 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I for 480 V AC applications
  • Convenient installation and maintenance due to pluggable modules
  • No back-up fuse required up to 315 A
  • Available for TN, TN-C, TN-C-S and TN-S network types
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25 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I leakage current-free / Monobloc

The combined lightning and surge protection devices of the VARITECTOR PU AC type I+II are leakage current-free and particularly compact. They can be used in the pre- and post-metering area according to VDE-AR-N 4100. All devices are energy coordinated and fulfill the performance classes T1,T2, and T3 according to IEC/EN 61643-11 and VDE 0675-11 with a protection level up to ≤ 1.5 kV. Application-specific product configurations are available for the different network types.

25 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I leakage current-free / Monobloc
  • High discharge current for universal use in all lightning protection classes
  • No back-up fuse required up to 250 A
  • Status display and remote signalling ​contact for easy maintenance​
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Type I lightning and surge protection – 950 V

12.5 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I for 950 V AC applications

The supplementary module was designed as a surge protection device for AC networks with a rated voltage of 800 V AC. It is especially suitable as a surge protection device for Huawei SUN 2000 and PID 2000 inverters. The dedicated 3+MOV design ensures safe operation with PV inverter systems up to Uc 950 V.

12.5 kA – VARITECTOR PU AC I for 950 V AC applications
  • Special 3+MOV variant for AC-side protection of an inverter
  • Combined type I / type II arrester according to EN 61643-11:2002-A11:2007
  • Continuous pluggability for easy installation and maintenance
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Type I products for busbar systems

VARITECTOR PU ZPA S

Surge protection for 40 mm busbar systems

To the product catalogue VARITECTOR PU ZPA S

VARITECTOR PU AC BS60

Surge protection for 60mm busbar systems

To the product catalogue VPU AC BS60

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