Overvoltage Protection Fronius GEN24 SPD Type 1+2 Retrofit

Product description

The Fronius GEN24 SPD Type 1+2 Retrofit Surge Protection is a DC surge arrester, specifically designed to protect Fronius GEN24 Plus inverters against direct (Type 1) and indirect (Type 2) surges. It meets the most demanding international standards and integrates easily within the inverter connection compartment, without the need for external panels.

Main features

• Nominal voltage: up to 1000 V DC
• Type 1+2 protection: against direct and indirect surges
• Retrofit installation: mounts inside the inverter, no special tools required
• Remote alarm: configurable signal for monitoring via Fronius Solar.web
• Fault indicator: mechanical, with red visual signal
• Compatibility with 1 or 2 MPPT: flexible installation according to DC configuration

Advantages or benefits

• Protects the inverter against surges caused by lightning, increasing its service life
• Prevents costly damage from lightning strikes in solar installations
• Easy to install in a few minutes thanks to its retrofit design
• Allows remote monitoring via the Solar.web platform
• Complies with demanding standards such as IEC 61643-31 and VDE 0185-305-3

Purpose or applications

This retrofit SPD is intended for photovoltaic installations with Fronius GEN24 Plus inverters, both in residential and commercial environments. It is ideal for complying with the DIN VDE 0100-712 standard, which requires surge protection on the DC side of the inverter, and offers a simple and effective solution for new projects or existing installations without integrated SPD.

Technical specifications

Compatibilities

This product is compatible with: Fronius Primo GEN24 3.0, Fronius Primo GEN24 4.0, Fronius Primo GEN24 4.6, Fronius Primo GEN24 5.0, Fronius Primo GEN24 6.0, Fronius Primo GEN24 8.0, Fronius Primo GEN24 8.0 Plus, Fronius Primo GEN24 3.0 Plus, Fronius Primo GEN24 3.6 Plus, Fronius Primo GEN24 4.0 Plus, Fronius Primo GEN24 4.6 Plus, Fronius Primo GEN24 5.0 Plus, Fronius Primo GEN24 6.0 Plus.

Fronius GEN24 SPD Type 1+2 Retrofit Overvoltage Protection is the ideal solution to comply with DC protection regulations in demanding solar installations. Maximizes safety, facilitates maintenance, and protects the investment in Fronius GEN24 hybrid inverters.