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Littelfuse SPD2-PV15-3P0-O - Surge protective devices (SPDs) provide equipment protection from transient overvoltage events lasting micro-seconds. By limiting the overvoltage to the equipment during these events, costly damage and downtime can be mitigated. The surge protective devices for solar string box and inverter applications are available in 1000 and 1500 V dc in the 3+0 configuration.
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SPD2-PV15-3P0-O

Alternate Item Number: SPD2-PV15-3P0-O

UPC: 079458266917


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Overview

The Littelfuse SPD2-PV15-3P0-O is a Type 2 Surge Protective Device (SPD) specifically engineered for solar string box and inverter applications. This device provides critical protection against transient overvoltage events, which can last mere microseconds. By effectively clamping and limiting these overvoltages, the SPD2-PV15-3P0-O mitigates the risk of costly equipment damage and unplanned downtime, ensuring the continuous operation of your solar energy systems. Designed for high-energy transients, this SPD ensures a low-residual voltage and a high nominal discharge current, preventing disruptions, degradation, or damage to sensitive solar components. A key benefit for UL applications is that no additional overcurrent protection devices are required, simplifying system design and reducing component costs. The compact footprint offers increased panel design flexibility, allowing for efficient integration into existing or new solar installations. Maintenance and status monitoring are streamlined with the visual life indicator, providing a quick visual confirmation of module replacement status to avoid loss of protection. The pluggable modules facilitate fast and simple replacement without the need for tools, minimizing maintenance time and system downtime. For enhanced safety, the device features thermal protection to eliminate catastrophic failure and an IP20 protection rating, ensuring finger-safe operation for increased worker safety. This model is part of the Littelfuse SPD2 PV SERIES, designed for solar applications, and is available in a 3+0 configuration with a maximum continuous operating voltage of 1500 V dc. It meets Class 2 (IEC), Type 2 (EN), and Type 1CA (UL) standards, offering global compliance and simplifying inventory management. Protect your valuable solar infrastructure with the reliable and robust Littelfuse SPD2-PV15-3P0-O.
  • Protects solar string boxes and inverters from transient overvoltages.
  • 1500 V dc operating voltage in a 3+0 configuration.
  • Clamps and withstands high-energy transients for low-residual voltage.
  • No additional overcurrent protection required in UL applications.
  • Features visual life indicator and pluggable modules for easy maintenance.

Specifications

Poles
3+0
Series
SPD2-PV
Voltage Rating
1500 V DC
Power supply for DIN-rail

PS-60

Power supply for DIN-rail
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The TX6A™ 10Gig Cat 6A UTP Patch Cord is a 1-Meter, Blue cord constructed of 24 AWG, unshielded, twisted pair stranded, LSZH (60332-1) cable with high-performance modular plugs. Its MaTriX Tape Technology limits alien crosstalk, ensuring 10 Gb/s transmission. The tangle-free latch prevents snags and ensures a fast release, streamlining moves, adds, and changes. Enabled with RapidID, the product has pre-installed barcodes for simple port mapping using RapidID software.
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CUSTOMDIN

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CESUM3-C15

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum operating voltage for this SPD?

The Littelfuse SPD2-PV15-3P0-O is available in 1100 and 1500 V dc, with this specific model rated for 1500 V dc.

What type of applications is this SPD designed for?

This SPD is designed for solar string box and inverter applications.

Are the SPD modules easy to replace?

Yes, the pluggable modules are designed for fast and simple replacement without tools, minimizing maintenance and downtime.

Does this SPD require additional overcurrent protection?

No additional overcurrent protection devices are required in UL applications for this SPD.

How can I check the status of the SPD modules?

The SPD features a visual life indicator for a quick visual determination of module replacement status.

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