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Solar PV Surge Protection

Solar PV SPDs are DC surge protective devices designed for photovoltaic installations. Fitted on the DC side of a solar PV system, they help limit transient overvoltages before they reach inverters and other connected equipment.

Browse DC SPDs for domestic, commercial and off-grid solar PV installations, with different voltage ratings and configurations available to suit a range of PV arrays and inverter requirements.


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Live Electrical | SPV240 | 2-Pole | Type 2 DC Surge Device | For Circuits up to 1000V

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£14.82

Live Electrical | SPV240/1 | 2-Pole | Type 2 DC Surge Device | For Circuits up to 600V

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Live Electrical | SPV340 | 3-Pole | Type 2 DC Surge Device | For Circuits up to 1000V

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Surge Devices SPDPV600 Type 2 PV SPD for Solar Installations up to 600V

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WCED | WSPV600 | 600V DC | Photovoltaic Surge Protection Device

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SKU: WSPV600
£13.66

Surge Devices LSPDPV1000 Type 1+2 SPD for 1000V PV Solar Panels

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WCED | WSPV1000 | 1000V DC | Photovoltaic Surge Protection Device

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£14.26

Live Electrical | SPV340/1 | 3-Pole | Type 2 DC Surge Device | For Circuits up to 1500V

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SKU: SPV340/1
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Surge Devices SPDPV1000 Type 2 SPD for Solar Panels up to 1000V

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Surge Devices LSPDPV600 Type 1+2 PV SPD for 600V Solar Installations

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Switchtec | DDC50S-21Y-1200 | Citel | 50kA 1200V DC Type 2 Surge Protection Device For Energy Storage & EV Charging

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LSPDPV1500 Type 1+2 1500V DC PV SPD

Surge Protection Devices | LSPDPV1500 | Type 1+2 PV SPD | 1500V DC

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Live Electrical | SPV340T | 3-Pole | Type 1+2 DC Surge Device | For Circuits up to 1000V

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Solar PV SPD Surge Protection Devices

Solar PV SPDs are designed specifically for the DC side of photovoltaic installations. They help protect PV equipment against transient overvoltages that can occur as a result of lightning-related events and electrical switching.

DC Surge Protection for Solar PV Systems

DC SPDs are typically installed within the PV DC circuit between the solar array and inverter, depending on the design of the installation. Their purpose is to limit transient overvoltages and divert surge current away from sensitive photovoltaic equipment.

Solar PV surge protection can be used in domestic, commercial and larger photovoltaic systems, including installations with long DC cable runs or equipment located in exposed positions.

Choosing a Solar PV SPD

  • DC voltage rating – select an SPD suitable for the maximum voltage of the PV array.
  • SPD type – determine whether Type 1, Type 2 or combined protection is required for the installation.
  • PV configuration – check compatibility with the array, inverter and DC system arrangement.
  • Surge ratings – compare the manufacturer’s discharge current and voltage protection characteristics.
  • Installation location – consider cable lengths, equipment position and whether additional protection is required at different points in the system.
  • Manufacturer requirements – follow the inverter, SPD and system manufacturer’s installation instructions.

Solar PV SPD Installation

Correct selection and installation are essential for effective PV surge protection. Connection lengths should be kept as short as practicable, and the SPD should be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the applicable electrical installation requirements.

DC SPDs for Solar Panels and Inverters

Browse our range of Solar PV SPDs for DC photovoltaic installations. Compare voltage ratings, SPD type, configuration and surge characteristics to select the appropriate device for the solar PV system.