The Schneider Electric iST 65 4‑Pole Surge Protective Device is a fixed Type 2 surge arrester used in low‑voltage AC electrical distribution boards to protect against transient overvoltages caused by lightning strikes, switching surges, and other electrical disturbances
Specifications
Specification Details / Typical Values
Product Type Surge Protective Device (SPD) / Surge Arrester
Model / Series iST 65 4P (Schneider Electric)
Device Application AC electrical distribution / surge protection
Poles (Connections) 4‑pole (3 Phases + Neutral)
Surge Protection Class Type 2 SPD (for distribution boards)
Maximum Discharge Current (Imax) 65 kA per mode (8/20 µs) maximum surge current capability
Nominal Discharge Current (In) Typically 20 kA (8/20 µs) per mode (varies by cartridge)
Rated Operational Voltage (Ue) 230/400 V AC (±10 %) at 50/60 Hz
Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage (Uc) 260–350 V AC depending on mode and earthing system
Voltage Protection Level (Up) Typically ≤1.5 kV (common and differential mode)
Surge Protection Technology MOV (Metal Oxide Varistor) + internal arc discharge elements
Earthing System Compatibility Suitable for TN‑C, TN‑S, TT system types
Standards Compliance IEC 61643‑11 / EN 61643‑11 surge protection standards
Remote Signalling Some variants include remote “replace module” contact (optional)
Installation Fixed mounting in distribution panelboard
Protection Modes L–N, L–PE, N–PE protection paths
Typical Application Incoming panel surge protection, feeder protection in industrial/commercial distribution