Technical Parameters
Parameter Specification / Value
Standard Compliance IEC/EN 61643-11
Protection Classification Type 1 + Type 2 Combined (Class I + II)
System Configuration 690 V AC, 3P+N (TN-S, TT systems)
Rated Voltage (Un) 690 V AC (±10%)
Maximum Continuous Voltage (Uc) 320 V AC (L-N) / 420 V AC (L-L)
Lightning Impulse Current (Iimp) 10/350 µs 25 kA (per mode)
Nominal Discharge Current (In) 8/20 µs 17.0 kA (per mode)
Maximum Discharge Current (Imax) 8/20 µs 40 kA (per mode)
Voltage Protection Level (Up) @ In ≤ 2.5 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: 16-70 mm²
Earth/PE: 25-70 mm² (copper)
Insulation Coordination Enhanced for 690V systems (clearance: ≥5.5mm, creepage: ≥12.5mm)
Housing Protection 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=OK, red=fault)
Mounting DIN-rail mountable (35 mm)
Dimensions (H×W×D) ~ 288 × 90 × 75 mm (confirm with official datasheet)
Weight Approximately 2.5 kg
Model Interpretation PSTB: Product series
170: Discharge capacity (17.0 kA In)
690: Voltage rating (690V system)
70: Configuration code
The ABB PSTB170-690-70 is a Type 1+2 Combined Surge Protective Device (SPD) from ABB's PSTB series, specifically engineered for 690V AC three-phase power systems. This device serves as the primary surge protection at service entrances and main distribution boards in industrial environments utilizing higher voltage distribution networks.