The Schneider Electric iPRU is a compact, modular Surge Protective Device (SPD) designed for installation in distribution boards. The model iPRU 1P+N 40kA is a single-phase, Type 2 (Class II) SPD that protects the Live and Neutral conductors.
Parameter Description / Value
Brand & Range Schneider Electric, Acti 9 series - iPRU surge protective device range.
Type / Class Type 2 (Class II). For installation at the main distribution board or sub-distribution level, coordinated with upstream overcurrent protection device (typically a circuit breaker or fuse).
Protection Mode 1P+N (L-N, N-PE). Protects between Line and Neutral, and also between Neutral and Earth.
Nominal System Voltage (Un) 230V AC (50/60 Hz) - Single phase.
Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage (Uc) 320V AC. The maximum voltage the SPD can withstand continuously.
Nominal Discharge Current (In - 8/20 µs) 20 kA per pole. This is the test current the device is certified to withstand 15 times.
Maximum Discharge Current (Imax - 8/20 µs) 40 kA. This is the maximum single surge current the SPD can handle once. This is the key parameter highlighted in your query (40kA).
Voltage Protection Level (Up) at In ≤ 1.5 kV. The residual voltage that appears across the terminals during a surge discharge; a lower value indicates better protection for downstream equipment.
Response Time < 25 ns (nanoseconds).
Backup Overcurrent Protection (Required) A dedicated Curve C miniature circuit breaker (MCB) is required upstream of the SPD, typically 20A or 32A as per manufacturer's instructions.
Status Indicator Visual (Green/Red window) + Remote signaling contacts (1 changeover contact).
Connection Screw clamp terminals, suitable for solid or stranded cables.
Mounting DIN-rail mounting (EN 60715), 2 modules wide (36mm).
Standards Complies with IEC/EN 61643-11.
Short-Circuit Withstand Rating Complies with the conditional short-circuit test as per standard.