The Schneider Electric iST 40 4‑Pole Surge Protective Device is a Type 2 surge protection module designed to protect low‑voltage electrical distribution systems from transient overvoltages caused by lightning strikes, switching events, and other surge phenomena
Specifications
General
Product Type: Surge Protective Device (SPD)
Model/Series: iST 40 4P
Number of Poles: 4 (three phases + neutral)
Surge Protection Class: Type 2 (distribution level surge protection)
Mounting: DIN‑rail (35 mm) compatible
Electrical Ratings
Maximum Discharge Current (Imax): 40 kA (8/20 µs) per mode
Nominal Discharge Current (In): Specified for effective surge energy handling
Rated Operating Voltage (Ue): Designed for low‑voltage AC distribution systems (e.g., 230/400 V AC)
Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage (Uc): Suitable for continuous operation at system voltage
Protection Technology: Metal‑Oxide Varistor (MOV) based surge suppression elements
Protection & Performance
Surge Modes Covered:
Line‑to‑Neutral (L‑N)
Line‑to‑Earth (L‑PE)
Neutral‑to‑Earth (N‑PE)
Voltage Protection Level: Engineered to clamp transient overvoltages to safe levels for connected loads
Response Time: Rapid response to transient surge events
Status Indicators: Visual indication of SPD health or end‑of‑life condition
Mechanical & Environmental
Housing: Compact module suitable for panel and distribution board installation
Terminal Connections: Screw or clamp type terminals for secure conductor attachment
Operating Environment: Designed for standard indoor electrical distribution applications
Installation Location: Typically installed at service entrance or within branch distribution panel