Wall / Panel / Backboard Mount Single Phase Surge Suppressors
Description
Wall / Panel / Backboard Mount Single Phase Surge Suppressors are devices designed to protect electrical equipment from voltage spikes by limiting the voltage supplied to an electric device by either blocking or shorting to ground any unwanted voltages above a safe threshold. These suppressors are mounted on a wall, panel, or backboard, providing a stable and secure installation for effective surge protection.
Working Principle
These surge suppressors operate by detecting excess voltage levels and diverting the excess energy away from the connected devices, typically to the ground. This is achieved through various technologies such as metal oxide varistors (MOVs), silicon avalanche diodes, or gas tubes, which are capable of handling high energy levels. The primary utility of these devices is to prevent damage to electrical equipment caused by transient voltage spikes, which can occur due to lightning strikes, power outages, or other electrical disturbances.
Applications
Wall / Panel / Backboard Mount Single Phase Surge Suppressors are commonly used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Specific examples include protecting home appliances, office equipment, and industrial machinery from power surges. They are particularly useful in environments where sensitive electronic equipment is used, such as data centers, hospitals, and manufacturing facilities, where even minor voltage fluctuations can lead to significant operational disruptions.
Advantages over other Single Phase Surge Suppressors
One advantage of wall / panel / backboard mount surge suppressors is their robust installation, which provides a more permanent and secure solution compared to plug-in models. This form factor is ideal for environments where space is limited or where a more integrated installation is desired. Additionally, these suppressors can often handle higher energy levels, making them suitable for more demanding applications.
Limitations
A limitation of wall / panel / backboard mount surge suppressors is that they require a more involved installation process compared to plug-in models, which can be simply inserted into an existing outlet. This may necessitate professional installation, adding to the initial setup cost. Additionally, they may not be as easily replaceable or movable as plug-in models, which can be a disadvantage in dynamic environments where equipment configurations frequently change.
Considerations
When selecting a wall / panel / backboard mount single phase surge suppressor, it is important to consider the initial cost, which may be higher due to the need for professional installation. Operating expenses are generally low, as these devices do not consume power during normal operation. Durability is typically high, but the suppressor's lifespan can be affected by the frequency and intensity of surges it encounters. Regular maintenance checks are recommended to ensure optimal performance, and replacement costs should be considered if the device is exposed to frequent or severe surges.
from CITEL SURGE PROTECTION
These surge protector units are designed to protect a single-phase input and are recommended for mounting on a board or in a utility box. This series lets you choose a product by housing (metal or plastic), dimensions, performance, connection mode (series or parallel), or type of connection (wires... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Plate
- Voltage: 480; 230-277 Vac, 230-277 Vac, 230 Vac, 110-130 Vac, 24 Vac
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Standards: UL 1449 Third Edition; CE Marking; UL; N EN 61643-11
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Max. Continuous Operating VAC: 130% Rated Line Voltage. Response Time: <5 Nanoseconds. Modes of Protection: L-N, L-G, N-G. Surge Current (8x20us): 1 Event - 10kA, 100 Events - 2kA, 1000 Events - 1kA, 10,000 Events - 500A. Status Indicators: Green LED. Operating Altitude: 13,000 ft. (4000m). Temp. [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount; In-line or Integrally Attached
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
from ASCO Power Technologies
Advanced Protection Technologies (APT) has been a worldwide leader in the surge suppression industry since 1985. APT ’s surge protection products have long set the standard for protection of commercial & industrial facilities. surgeassure ™ was formed to bring this same level of... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 25000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Operating Temp: -40 to 185
from Schneider Electric Surge Protection
This exclusive Square D whole-house surge protector installs externally to any load center, providing comprehensive protection for telephone wiring, coax cable, and ac branch circuit wiring. The Surgebreaker Plus Multi-Path Surge Protector also comes with an 5-year, $50,000 warranty for residential... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Wires: 3-Wire
- Surge Current: 80000
- Voltage: 120/240
from Transtector Systems, Inc.
AC surge protector (also known as SPD or lightning protector) 1101-608 from Transtector is a UL 94-V0 plug-in style SPD that utilizes state of the art SASD technology to protect critical equipment that operates on a 120 Vac Single-Phase electrical service. This surge pro-tector provides effective... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 8000
- Technology: Silicon Avalanche Diode
- Operating Temp: -22 to 149
from Pentair, Inc.
. MODULAR TYPE. 12 INCH W X 7.5 INCH D X 16 INCH H SIZE. SERVICE ENTRANCE, SERVICE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT USED ON. 50/60 HZ FREQUENCY RATING. 12 TO 2 AWG CONNECTION TYPE. UL 1449, NOM APPROVAL. COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL APPLICATION. 120/240 V VOLTAGE RATING. WALL MOUNTING. NEMA 4X, IP66 ENCLOSURE. -10... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Operating Temp: 14 to 140
- Surge Current: 100000
- Wires: 3-Wire
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
MCG's rack-mount surge protectors (512H, 516H, etc.) are already internally con-. nected to the rack's metal framework. An additional ground wire is provided. for connection to the frame rack to insure continued excellent protection. [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
from ASCO Power Technologies
Our H Series has one, replaceable module per phase and surge current levels of 120kA and 160kA per phase. Our lowest cost replaceable module product for “budget conscience ” projects. FEATURES: UL 1449 Third Edition Listed. 120kA & 160kA per phase ratings. Type 2 SPD – All UL... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 120000 to 160000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Operating Temp: -40 to 149
from Schneider Electric Surge Protection
Modular devices are available for use in service entrance or branch panel locations. Our EMA Series products provide a complete line of application solutions and meet the requirements of ANSI/IEEE C62.41 and C62.45, and UL 1449 Second Edition, 2007 Requirements. Peak surge current ratings per phase... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Wires: 3-Wire
- Surge Current: 120000
- Voltage: 120/240
from Transtector Systems, Inc.
AC surge protector (also known as SPD or lightning protector) 1101-578 from Transtector is a UL 94-V0 plug-in style SPD that utilizes state of the art SASD technology to protect critical equipment that operates on a 120 Vac Single-Phase electrical service. This surge pro-tector provides effective... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail
- Surge Current: 8000
- Technology: Silicon Avalanche Diode
- Operating Temp: -22 to 149
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
MCG's rack-mount surge protectors (512H, 516H, etc.) are already internally con-. nected to the rack's metal framework. An additional ground wire is provided. for connection to the frame rack to insure continued excellent protection. [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount; In-line or Integrally Attached
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor; Silicon Avalanche Diode
from ASCO Power Technologies
Our H Series has one, replaceable module per phase and surge current levels of 80kA, 120kA and 160kA per phase. Our lowest cost replaceable module product for “budget conscience ” projects. FEATURES: UL 1449 Third Edition Listed. 80 kA, 120kA & 160kA per phase ratings. Type 2 SPD... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 80000 to 160000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Operating Temp: -40 to 149
from Transtector Systems, Inc.
AC surge protector (also known as SPD or lightning protector) 1101-610 from Transtector is a UL 94-5V panel style SPD that utilizes state of the art SASD/MOV technology to protect critical equipment that operates on a 240 Vac Single-Phase electrical service. This surge pro-tector provides effective... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 30000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor; Silicon Avalanche Diode
- Operating Temp: -22 to 149
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 120LS: I peak=120,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition. NEMA LS1-1992. Three times redundant protection paths per phase. Employs new 40kA varistors with built in high-speed thermal disconnect. Solid copper bus bar construction. Field-replaceable modules. EMI/RFI noise... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 120000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- AC Energy Absorption: 8832
from ASCO Power Technologies
With one, replaceable module per phase and surge current levels of 160kA and 240kA per phase, the XGA Series is a great fit for Service Entrance and Downstream applications. The XGA Features APT ’s Patented TranSafe ™ Circuitry. FEATURES: UL 1449 Third Edition Listed. 160kA & 240kA... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 90000 to 240000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor; Silicon Avalanche Diode (optional feature)
- Operating Temp: -40 to 149
from Transtector Systems, Inc.
AC surge protector (also known as SPD or lightning protector) 1101-172-2 from Transtector is a brick style SPD that utilizes state of the art SASD technology to protect critical equipment that operates on a 240 Vac Single-Phase electrical service. This surge protector pro-vides effective protection... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 3000
- Technology: Silicon Avalanche Diode
- Operating Temp: -4 to 149
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 120,000 amps per phase. UL1449 3rd Edition. Field-replaceable, high capability protection modules with lifetime replacement warranty. High performance, low inductance MicroZ ™ -installed cable. (Click here). Event counter and front panel LEDs for status indication. LED internal... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 120000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- AC Energy Absorption: 8100
from ASCO Power Technologies
With surge current levels of 100kA, 150kA, 200kA, 250kA, 300kA, 400kA and 500kA per phase, our XAL Series is the SPD that covers most current SPD needs. With one replaceable module per unit containing Large Block 50kA Thermal Protected MOV ’s, this units low cost, reliability, flexibility and... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 150000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Operating Temp: -13 to 140
from Transtector Systems, Inc.
AC surge protector (also known as SPD or lightning protector) 1101-1153 from Transtector is a DIN-Rail assy style SPD that utilizes state of the art SASD/MOV technology to protect critical equipment that operates on a 120 Vac Single-Phase electrical service. This surge pro-tector provides effective... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail
- Surge Current: 30000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor; Silicon Avalanche Diode
- Operating Temp: -40 to 185
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 120,000 amps per phase. UL1449 3rd Edition. Field-replaceable, high capability protection modules with lifetime replacement warranty. 8 Ft. installed cable. Front panel LED's for status indication. LED internal diagnostics for on-site maintenance. Audible fault alarm with mute switch. All... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 120000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- AC Energy Absorption: 8100
from ASCO Power Technologies
Our largest, highest kA SPD, the XBS Series utilizes two separate, dual redundant replaceable modules that work in parallel. With Large Block 50kA Thermal Protected MOV ’s with surge current levels of 600kA, 800kA and 1000kA per phase, this unit is for those “Mission Critical ”... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 600000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Operating Temp: -13 to 140
from Transtector Systems, Inc.
AC surge protector (also known as SPD or lightning protector) 1101-1154 from Transtector is a DIN-Rail assy style SPD that utilizes state of the art SASD/MOV technology to protect critical equipment that operates on a 120/240 Vac split-phase electrical service. This surge protector provides... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail
- Surge Current: 30000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor; Silicon Avalanche Diode
- Operating Temp: -40 to 185
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 200,000 amps per phase. UL1449 3rd Edition. Independent lab tested modules. NEMA LS 1 Tested. Redundant modular protection withstands multiple lightning strikes. Solid copper bus bar construction for minimal impedance and enhanced current sharing. High performance, low inductance. Micro-Z... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 200000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- AC Energy Absorption: 11000
from ASCO Power Technologies
The XCS Series utilizes large Block 50kA Thermal Protected MOV ’s with surge current levels of 100kA per phase. With a compact economical design and line or load side installation flexibility, this unit can be installed anywhere in any electrical distribution system. FEATURES: UL 1449 Third... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 100000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Operating Temp: -13 to 140
from Transtector Systems, Inc.
AC surge protector (also known as SPD or lightning protector) 1101-1023 from Transtector is a panel style SPD that utilizes state of the art MOV technology to protect critical equipment that operates on a 120 Vac Single-Phase electrical service. This surge protector pro-vides effective protection... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 30000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Operating Temp: -40 to 185
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 200,000 amps per phase, 8x20 us. Date & time of last event it handled/diverted displayed. Independent lab tested modules. UL1449 3rd Edition. NEMA LS 1. Redundant modular protection withstands multiple lightning strikes. Solid copper bus bar construction for minimal impedance and... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 200000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- AC Energy Absorption: 13200
from ASCO Power Technologies
The XDS Series utilizes large Block 50kA Thermal Protected MOV ’s with surge current levels of 100kA, 150kA and 200kA per phase. With line or load side installation flexibility, this unit is a great fit from the service entrance all the way down to each distribution and/or branch panel. [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 100000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Operating Temp: -13 to 140
from Transtector Systems, Inc.
AC surge protector (also known as SPD or lightning protector) SP50-2401P from Transtector is a UL1449 4th Ed. Type 1/Type 2 brick style SPD that utilizes state of the art MOV technology to protect critical equipment that operates on a 240 Vac Single-Phase electrical service. This surge protector... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel
- Surge Current: 50000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- Operating Temp: -40 to 185
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: 400,000 Amps per phase 8x20 us. Date & time of last event it handled/diverted displayed. Independent lab tested modules. UL1449 3rd Edition. NEMA LS 1 Tested. High capability redundant modular protection withstands multiple lightning strikes. Solid copper bus bar construction for... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; Device Mount
- Surge Current: 400000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- AC Energy Absorption: 24300
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: I peak=120,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition Listed. Triple redundant - three fused surge paths/phase. Remote 1 Form C relay contacts with status LED. Neutral to Ground voltage monitor. Front panel protection status LEDs. Low profile design. All modes protected. [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail (optional feature); Device Mount
- Surge Current: 120000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- AC Energy Absorption: 5890
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: I peak=160,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition Listed. Triple redundant - three fused surge paths/phase. Remote 1 Form C relay contacts with status LED. Neutral to Ground voltage monitor. Front panel protection status LEDs. Low profile design. All modes protected. [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail (optional feature); Device Mount
- Surge Current: 160000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- AC Energy Absorption: 7360
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: I peak=250,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition Listed. Triple redundant - three fused surge paths/phase. Remote 1 Form C relay contacts with status LED. Neutral to Ground voltage monitor. Front panel protection status LEDs. Low profile design. All modes protected. [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail (optional feature); Device Mount
- Surge Current: 250000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- AC Energy Absorption: 10300
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: I peak=40,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition Listed. Remote 1 Form C relay contacts with status LED. Neutral to Ground voltage monitor. Front panel protection status LEDs. Low profile design. All modes protected. Filtering standard. Thermally protected MOVs. 20 Year... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail (optional feature); Device Mount
- Surge Current: 40000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- AC Energy Absorption: 2200
from MCG SURGE PROTECTION
Features: I peak=80,000A/Phase (8 x 20 μs waveform). UL1449 3rd Edition Listed. Remote 1 Form C relay contacts with status LED. Neutral to Ground voltage monitor. Front panel protection status LEDs. Low profile design. All modes protected. Filtering standard. Thermally protected MOVs. 20 Year... [See More]
- Mounting: Wall/Panel; DIN Rail (optional feature); Device Mount
- Surge Current: 80000
- Technology: Metal Oxide Varistor
- AC Energy Absorption: 3680