VPD1500-40 (T1+T2) Series Type 1+2 PV SPD
- Nominal discharge current In (8/20 s): 20 kA
- Max. discharge current Imax (8/20 us): 40 kA
- Max. continuous operating voltage Uc: DC 1300 V / DC 1500V
- Selectable circuit protection modes: 3P
- Utilizing high-performance metal oxide varistor (MOV) technology, the device offers high temporary overvoltage (TOV) withstand capability and provides excellent voltage limiting performance
- Modular pluggable anti-loosening structure, enabling simple installation and easy maintenance
Application:
The product demonstrates high safety, reliability, and exceptional grid compatibility. It is ideally suited for renewable energy applications including photovoltaic and energy storage systems. Designed for installation in DC power distribution systems, converters, inverters, and combiner boxes within LPZ0 to LPZ1 zones, it provides reliable protection for sensitive electrical equipment against damage caused by direct lightning strikes or induced transient overvoltages.
Nomenclature:
VP □ □–□/□ □
1 2 3 4 5 6
SN | Name | Specification, type code |
1 | VP | Design code |
2 | D | Product Series |
3 | 1000: DC 1000 V; 1500: DC 1500 V | Nominal operating voltage Un |
4 | 40: 40 kA; | Max. Discharge Current Imax |
5 | 3P: 3P | Protection mode |
6 | T1+T2 | Test type |
Example: VPD1000-40/3P(T1+T2) → Un: DC 1000 V; Imax: 40 kA; Protection mode: 3P; Test type: T1+T2.
Technical parameters:
Model | VPD1500-40/3P (T1+T2) |
SPD according to EN/IEC 61643-11 | Type 1+2 |
Protection mode | V+ & V--/PE |
Nominal operating voltage Un | DC 1250 V |
Max. continuous operating voltage Uc | DC 1500 V |
Impulse current Iimp (10/350 μs) | 6.25 kA |
Nominal discharge current In (8/20 μs) | 20 kA |
Max. discharge current Imax (8/20 μs) | 40 kA |
Voltage protection level Up | ≤ 5.0 kV |
Rated short-circuit current Iscpv | 1000 A |
Leakage current | ≤ 20 μA |
Response time | ≤ 25 ns |
Max. backup fuse | 125 A gL/gG |
Cross-sectional area | 6 ~ 25 mm2 |
Tightening torque | 3 N·m |
Normal/Fault Indication | Green/Red |
Remote signaling mode | RSC: Remote Signal contact, NC-COM-NO contact |
Performances of remote signal contact | AC: 250 V/0.5 A; DC: 250 V/0.1 A, 125 V/0.2 A, 75 V/0.5 A |
Remote cross-sectional area | Max. 1.5 mm2 |
Installation method | 35 mm DIN rail |
Housing material | UL94-V0 |
Protection class | IP20 |
Operating temperature | -40 ℃ ~ +80 ℃ |
Relative humidity | ≤ 95% (25 ℃) |
Operating altitude | ≤ 4000 m |
Outline dimensions (without terminal) | 90 mm × 50 mm × 80.5 mm (tolerance ± 1 mm) |
Selection guide:
Model | Un | Uc | Up | In | Imax | Protection mode | Operating Principle | Size |
DC 1250 V | DC 1500 V | 5.0 kV | 20 kA | 40 kA | V+ & V--/PE | Figure 3.3.1 | Figure 3.4.1 |
Operating Principle:


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