The Schneider Electric PRD 100kA 3P+N is a high-performance surge protective device (SPD) designed to protect three-phase low-voltage electrical systems with a neutral conductor from high-energy transient overvoltages.
Specifications
General
Product Type: Surge Protective Device (SPD)
Series / Family: PRD Surge Protection
Model: PRD 100kA 3P+N
Configuration: 3P+N (three-phase + neutral)
Mounting: DIN rail
Application: Surge protection for three-phase low-voltage electrical systems
Surge Protection Ratings
Maximum Discharge Current (Imax): 100 kA (peak surge handling capability)
Nominal Discharge Current (In): Typically rated for 100kA (depending on the model)
Response Time: Ultra-fast (<100ns) to minimize equipment stress
Surge Technology: Varistor or spark gap technology for handling large surges
Protection Modes: Phase-to-neutral (L-N), phase-to-earth (L-PE), neutral-to-earth (N-PE)
Electrical Ratings
Rated Operational Voltage (Ue): 230/400 V AC (three-phase + neutral)
Rated Frequency: 50/60 Hz
Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui): Typically 500V
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp): 4kV
Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage (Uc): 400V
Mechanical & Environmental
Housing: Compact modular design for space-efficient installation
Terminal Connections: Screw clamp or spring-loaded terminals for secure attachment
Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +70°C
Degree of Protection: IP20 (front face)
Mounting: Compatible with standard DIN rails for installation in electrical distribution panels
Performance & Compliance
Standards Compliance: IEC 61643-1, UL 1449, CSA C22.2 No. 269
Electrical Durability: Designed for repeated surge protection over the device's lifecycle
Mechanical Durability: Rated for over 100,000 operations