The Schneider Electric IPRU 3P+N 20 kA is a four‑pole surge protective device (SPD) designed to protect low‑voltage electrical distribution systems from transient overvoltages caused by lightning strikes, switching operations, and other electrical disturbances.
Specifications
General
Product Type: Surge Protective Device (SPD)
Model: IPRU 3P+N 20 kA
Number of Poles: 4 (three phases + neutral)
Surge Protection Class: Type 2 (distribution level surge protection)
Mounting: DIN‑rail mountable
Electrical Ratings
Nominal Discharge Current (In): Rated for 20 kA per mode (8/20 µs)
Maximum Discharge Current (Imax): Capable of handling up to 20 kA transient surge currents
Rated Operating Voltage (Ue): Suitable for low‑voltage three‑phase AC systems (e.g., ~230/400 V AC)
Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage (Uc): Designed for continuous operation at system voltage level
Protection Technology: Metal‑Oxide Varistor (MOV) based surge suppression elements
Protection Performance
Modes of Protection:
Line‑to‑Neutral (L‑N)
Line‑to‑Earth (L‑PE)
Neutral‑to‑Earth (N‑PE)
Response Time: Fast response to transient overvoltage events
Voltage Protection Level: Engineered to clamp surge voltages to safe levels to protect downstream equipment
Status Indication: Visual indication (e.g., LED) showing operational status or end‑of‑life condition
Mechanical & Environmental
Housing: Compact modular enclosure suitable for panel mounting
Terminals: Screw/clamp terminals for secure conductor connection
Installation: Designed for use within electrical distribution panels and service entrances
Operating Environment: Indoor low‑voltage distribution installations