The Schneider Electric PRD 20 kA 3P+N is a four‑pole surge protective device (SPD) designed to safeguard low‑voltage electrical distribution systems from transient overvoltages caused by lightning strikes, utility switching, and other surge events
Specifications
General
Product Type: Surge Protective Device (SPD)
Series / Family: PRD (Power Distribution Surge Protection)
Model: PRD 20 kA 3P+N
Number of Poles: 4 (three phases + neutral)
Mounting Type: DIN‑rail compatible
Application: Electrical surge protection for three‑phase systems with neutral
Electrical Ratings
Nominal Operating Voltage (Ue): Designed for three‑phase low‑voltage AC systems (e.g., ∼230/400 V AC)
Rated Frequency: 50 Hz / 60 Hz
Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage (Uc): Suitable for continuous operation at the system voltage level
Nominal Discharge Current: Rated to handle 20 kA per mode (8/20 µs waveform)
Maximum Surge Current (Imax): Up to 20 kA total surge handling capability
Protection Technology: Transient suppression elements (e.g., MOV – Metal‑Oxide Varistor)
Protection Performance
Modes of Protection:
Line‑to‑Neutral (L‑N)
Line‑to‑Earth (L‑PE)
Neutral‑to‑Earth (N‑PE)
Response Time: Rapid response to transient overvoltage events
Voltage Protection Level: Engineered to clamp surge voltages to safe levels to protect downstream loads
Mechanical & Environmental
Housing: Compact modular enclosure suitable for distribution board installation
Terminal Connections: Screw/clamp terminals for secure wiring
Operating Environment: Designed for indoor use in electrical distribution systems
Installation: Typically installed at service entrance or within sub‑distribution panels