Data Center

Surge Protectors Essential for Data Center

Critical, delicate electronics within data centers require reliable protection from transient overvoltages and surges. These voltage spikes can cause irreparable damage to delicate electrical components within a data center.

Machinery within a data center consists of many sensitive components. A single power surge can shorten the life of IT hardware and any other electronic equipment plugged into the wall.

Installing a surge protector diverts excess energy away, ensuring safe operation of delicate equipment. By implementing proper industrial surge protection technology, data centers can reduce the likelihood of significant financial losses and improve overall reliability.

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Where and What Type of Surge Protectors to Install in Data Center

By choosing the right type of surge protector and installing it in the right location, our SPD will do its best to protect your system.

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Installation Location & Recommended SPD Types

At the point where conductors enter the building.

In the sub-distribution board.

At the AC output of the inverters.

At the main distribution panel where the electricity is fed into the grid or used on-site.

At the power supply and signal lines of sensors, irrigation systems, and control units.

At the entry points of communication and monitoring systems.

Type 1 SPDs: These are the “equipotential bonding” surge arresters, which are placed at the head of the electrical installations and are indispensable when external lightning protection is installed. They are tested with a 10/350μs type test wave. They allow the transition between an area LPZ 0(A) or 0B to LPZ 1.

Type 2 SPDs: They are found throughout the installation, in all the division or sub division electrical boards, to protect the equipment. They are tested with an 8/20μs type test wave. They allow the transition between areas LPZ 1 to LPZ 2.

Type 3 SPDs: They are intended for so-called terminal protection, closest to sensitive equipment and cannot be effectively used alone. They are tested with a combined test wave of type 1,2/50μs – 8/20μs. They allow the transition between areas LPZ 2 to LPZ 3.