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VPH385-30 Series Type 1 AC SPD
The VPH385-30 is a heavy-duty Type 1 AC SPD for primary power protection. It handles direct lightning strikes with a massive Iimp of 30 kA (10/350 μs) and Uc of 385V AC. Featuring Up ≤ 1.9 kV, it ensures top-tier safety for critical systems. Fully EN/IEC 61643-11 compliant, it’s ideal for telecom, wind power, and industrial use.
Highlights
- Heavy-duty Type 1 protection for the main power inlet
- Withstands direct lightning strikes with Iimp of 30kA (10/350 μs)
- Flexible protection modes: 2P, 3P, 4P and 3N+NPE
- Graphite / GDT technology with superior follow-current interruption
- Low voltage protection level Up ≤ 1.9kV
Product Information
- Type: Type 1 AC surge protective device
- Maximum continuous operating voltage (Uc): 385V AC
- Lightning impulse current (Iimp): 30kA (10/350 μs)
- Nominal discharge current (In): 30kA (8/20 μs)
- Voltage protection level (Up): ≤ 1.9kV
- Protection modes: 2P / 3P / 4P / 3N+NPE
- Standard Compliance: EN/IEC 61643-11
- Installed at the main power inlet (LPZ0 to LPZ1 boundary) to withstand direct lightning strikes
- High-performance graphite / gas discharge tube (GDT) technology with superior follow-current interruption
Application:
This product is a high-capacity, low-voltage surge protective device (SPD) designed for Type 1 (Class B) installation at the main power inlet of low-voltage distribution systems, located at the boundary between LPZ0 and LPZ1 zones. It protects sensitive electrical equipment against damage from direct lightning strikes and induced transient overvoltages.
Nomenclature:
VP □ □–□/□□
1 2 3 4 5
|
SN |
Name |
Specification, type code |
|
1 |
Design code |
VP |
|
2 |
Product Series |
H |
|
3 |
Max. continuous operating voltage Uc |
385: AC 385 V |
|
4 |
Impulse current Iimp (10/350 μs) |
30: 30 kA |
|
5 |
Protection mode |
2P: 2P; 3P: 3P; 4P:4P; 3N+NPE: 3N+NPE |
Example: VPM275-40/3N+NPG → Uc: AC 275 V; Imax: 40 kA; Protection mode: 3N+NPG.
Technical parameters:
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Model |
VPH385-30/4P |
|
SPD according to EN/IEC 61643-11 |
Type 1 |
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Protection mode |
L-PE & N-PE |
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Nominal operating voltage Un |
AC 230/400 V 50/60 Hz |
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Max. continuous operating voltage Uc |
AC 385 V 50/60 Hz |
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Impulse current Iimp (10/350 μs) |
30 kA |
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Voltage protection level Up |
≤ 1.9 kV |
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Response time |
≤ 100 ns |
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Cross-sectional area |
6 ~ 35 mm2 |
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Stripping length terminals |
12.5 mm |
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Tightening torque |
3 N·m |
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Normal/Fault Indication |
Green/Red |
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Remote signaling mode |
RSC: Remote Signal contact, NC-COM contact. |
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Performances of remote signal contact |
Max open circuit voltage: 300 V; Maximum load current: 100 mA; Node equivalent resistance: 50 Ω. |
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Remote cross-sectional area |
Max. 1.5 mm2 |
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Installation method |
35 mm DIN rail |
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Housing material |
UL94-V0 |
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Protection class |
IP20 |
|
-40 °C ~ +80 °C |
|
|
Relative humidity |
≤ 95% (25 °C) |
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Operating altitude |
≤ 3000 m |
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Outline dimensions (without terminal) |
90 mm × 144 mm × 66 mm (tolerance ± 1 mm) |
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Internal protection device |
The lightning protection unit has a built-in thermal trip device |
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External protection device |
The incoming cables must be connected in series to the C circuit breaker with the rated current not exceeding 63 A. |
Selection guide:
|
Model |
Un |
Uc |
Up |
In |
Iimp |
Protection mode |
Operating Principle |
Size |
|
VPH385-30/2P |
AC 230 V |
AC 385 V |
1.9 kV |
30 kA |
30 kA |
L-PE & N-PE |
Figure 1.1.1 |
Figure 1.2.2 |
|
VPH385-30/3P |
AC 230 V |
AC 385 V |
1.9 kV |
30 kA |
30 kA |
L-PE |
Figure 1.1.2 |
Figure 1.2.3 |
|
VPH385-30/4P |
AC 230 V |
AC 385 V |
1.9 kV |
30 kA |
30 kA |
L-PE & N-PE |
Figure 1.1.4 |
Figure 1.2.1 |
|
AC 230 V |
AC 385 V |
1.9 kV |
30 kA |
30 kA |
L-N & N-PE |
Figure 1.1.3 |
Figure 1.2.4 |
Operating Principle:





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Q: What is the VPH385-30 Series?
A: It is a heavy-duty Type 1 (Class B) AC surge protective device (SPD) designed for primary power protection at the main power inlet of low-voltage distribution systems.
Q: What lightning impulse current can it withstand?
A: It withstands a lightning impulse current (Iimp) of 30kA (10/350 μs) and a nominal discharge current (In) of 30kA (8/20 μs).
Q: What protection modes are available?
A: It offers selectable protection modes of 2P, 3P, 4P, and 3N+NPE.
Q: What technology does it use?
A: It utilizes high-performance graphite or gas discharge tube (GDT) technology with superior follow-current interruption capability.
Q: What applications is it designed for?
A: It is ideal for telecom, wind power, and industrial use at the LPZ0 to LPZ1 boundary.
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