Surge Protectors for DC Equipment

This document provides information about surge protectors designed specifically for direct current (DC) equipment.

• Purpose: Surge protectors are essential for safeguarding sensitive DC equipment from the damaging effects of voltage surges.
• Types: Various types of surge protectors are available, including:
• Line-mounted surge protectors
• Point-of-use surge protectors
• Dedicated DC surge protectors
• Protection Mechanisms: Surge protectors utilize different mechanisms to divert excess voltage away from sensitive components, such as:
• Metal oxide varistors (MOVs)
• Gas discharge tubes (GDTs)
• Transient voltage suppressors (TVSs)
• Selection Criteria: When choosing a surge protector for DC equipment, consider factors such as:
• Voltage rating
• Current rating
• Clamping voltage
• Number of protected ports