Technical Parameters
Parameter Specification / Value
Standard Compliance IEC/EN 61643-11
Protection Type Type 1 + Type 2 Combined (Class I + II)
System Configuration 400 V AC, 3P+N (TN-S, TT, TN-C-S systems)
Rated Voltage (Un) 400 V AC (±10%)
Maximum Continuous Voltage (Uc) 255 V AC (L-N) / 320 V AC (L-L)
Lightning Impulse Current (Iimp) 10/350 µs 25 kA (per mode)
Nominal Discharge Current (In) 8/20 µs 17.5 kA (per mode)
Maximum Discharge Current (Imax) 8/20 µs 40 kA (per mode)
Voltage Protection Level (Up) @ In ≤ 2.0 kV (Line-Neutral)
Response Time < 100 ns
Short-Circuit Withstand According to IEC 61643-11
Recommended Backup Protection 100A gL/gG fuse (consult installation manual for exact rating)
Connection Terminals Line/Neutral: 16-50 mm²
Earth/PE: 25-50 mm² (copper)
Auxiliary Contacts Not standard (optional accessory may be available)
Protection Degree IP20 (for indoor enclosure mounting)
Operating Temperature -40°C to +80°C
Storage Temperature -40°C to +85°C
Status Indication Visual window with color flag (green/red)
Mounting DIN-rail (35 mm)
Dimensions (H×W×D) ~ 288 × 72 × 62 mm (confirm with official datasheet)
Weight Approximately 2.2 kg
Model Interpretation PST: Product series
175: Discharge capacity (17.5 kA In)
600: Iimp = 25 kA
70: Configuration code
The ABB PST175-600-70 is a Type 1+2 Combined Surge Protective Device (SPD) from ABB's PST series, designed for 400V AC three-phase power systems. This device serves as the primary surge protection at main distribution boards, providing robust defense against both direct lightning effects and high-energy switching surges in industrial and commercial electrical installations.