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Surge protection

Eaton PDSPD series surge protective device (SPD)

Eaton’s Power Defense™ surge protection device (PDSPD) series consists of UL® 1449 5th Edition listed surge protective devices (SPDs) that provide a reliable, cost-effective surge protection solution. Designed for easy installation, this Type 1 or Type 2 SPD is approved for field installation and is capable of easy installation directly into a panelboard or switchboard without any modifications. The PDSPD is available in multiple configurations that are specifically designed for Eaton panelboards and switchboards, allowing for installation on systems utilizing most common voltages. Easy mounting options coupled with a compact footprint enable quick installation of the PDSPD in panelboards and switchboards in less than 10 minutes.

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Installation in less than 10 minutes

The PDSPD is designed for field installation without any modifications. When installation is that easy, there's no reason not to have the best possible surge protection.
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Visually access the health of your protection

An LED status indicator provides surge protection status at-a-glance with red and green indicator lights.

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Space is at a premium. Surge protection shouldn’t be.

With a space-saving design that fits seamlessly into an FD-frame breaker slot, the PDSPD can be deployed in even the most compact electrical systems without incurring the cost of redoing your panel.

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    Specifications

    Product specifications

    KA PER PHASE

    50 (on units with filtering), 100

    NOMINAL DISCHARGE CURRENT

    20 kA

    SYSTEM VOLTAGES

    240 V rated models: 208Y, 220Y, 240D

    480 V rated models: 380Y, 400Y, 415Y, 480Y, 480D

    600 V rated models: 600Y, 600D

    INPUT POWER FREQUENCY

    50/60 Hz

    PROTECTION MODES

    WYE L-N or L-G, L-L

    Delta L-G, L-L

    OPERATING TEMPERATURE

    -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F)

    RELATIVE HUMIDITY

    5%-95%, noncondensing

    MAXIMUM ALTITUDE

    2000 m (6,561 ft.)

    WEIGHT

    3.0 lb (1.4 kg)

    CERTIFICATION/LISTING

    UL 1449 5th edition

    CSA 269.1-14, 269.2-15

    C22.2 No. 8-13 EMI filter

    Tested to 1283 EMI filter 7th edition

    SPD TYPE

    Type 1 and 2

    ROHS COMPLIANT

    Yes

    ENCLOSURE RATING

    Type 1 enclosure, IP40

    Maximum continuous operating voltage (MCOV)

    STANDARD SKU
    SKU WITH PROVISION KIT FOR PRL3A PANELBOARD
    SKU WITH PROVISION KIT FOR PRL4A PANELBOARD
    300 L-L, L-G--240 V
    STANDARD SKU

    PDSPD2403MA1A

    PDSPD2403SA2A

    PDSPD2403SB1A

    SKU WITH PROVISION KIT FOR PRL3A PANELBOARD

    PDSPD2403MA1A-K3

    PDSPD2403SA2A-K3

    PDSPD2403SB1A-K3

    SKU WITH PROVISION KIT FOR PRL4A PANELBOARD

    PDSPD2403MA1A-K4

    PDSPD2403SA2A-K4

    PDSPD2403SB1A-K4

    640 L-L, L-G--480 V
    STANDARD SKU

    PDSPD4803MA1A

    PDSPD4803SA2A

    PDSPD4803SB1A

    SKU WITH PROVISION KIT FOR PRL3A PANELBOARD

    PDSPD4803MA1A-K3

    PDSPD4803SA2A-K3

    PDSPD4803SB1A-K3

    SKU WITH PROVISION KIT FOR PRL4A PANELBOARD

    PDSPD4803MA1A-K4

    PDSPD4803SA2A-K4

    PDSPD4803SB1A-K4

    840 L-L, L-G--600 V
    STANDARD SKU

    PDSPD6003MA1A

    PDSPD6003SA2A

    PDSPD6003SB1A

    SKU WITH PROVISION KIT FOR PRL3A PANELBOARD

    PDSPD6003MA1A-K3

    PDSPD6003SA2A-K3

    PDSPD6003SB1A-K3

    SKU WITH PROVISION KIT FOR PRL4A PANELBOARD

    PDSPD6003MA1A-K4

    PDSPD6003SA2A-K4

    PDSPD6003SB1A-K4

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