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LOW PROFILE 120V AC POWER LINE SURGE SUPPRESSOR
05040.R3 11/02
05040
. . . engineered solutions for the transient environmentTM
587B051LP
thru
587B301LP
APPLICATIONS
Hard Wired Equipment AC Power Protection
Load Side Distribution Systems
Secondary Protection for Light Industrial AC Power
IEC COMPATIBILITY (EN61000-4)
61000-4-5 (Surge): 1kA, 8/20s - Level 4(Line-Line) & 333A Level 4 (Line-Ground)
FEATURES
Meets ANSI/IEEE C62.41 Requirements
Listed to CSA, File LR65240
Differential and Common Mode Protection
Low Clamping Voltage
Nanosecond Response Time
Long Life and Maintenance Free
Finger Safe Connectors
MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Plastic Package
Weight 360 Grams (Approximate)
Flammability Rating UL 94V-0
Device Marking: Part Number , Logo, Voltage and Current Rating
DESCRIPTION
The 587B Low Profile (LP) Series of 120 Volt AC Surge Suppressors is designed for
use by the OEM, equipment installer and or maintenance contractor. These modules
employ a three stage technology proven to be the most cost effective and reliable
method in protecting sensitive electronic equipment from over voltage transients.
This series is designed to protect AC powered equipment from the 6,000 Volt peak
open circuit voltage and 3,000 Amp short circuit current as defined in ANSI/IEEE
C62.41, Category CI.
The 587BxxxLP Series offers a high degree of protection against 120 VAC line noise.
It is ideal for protecting 400 Volt components because the solid state TVS technology
assures that the line-to-neutral voltage will not exceed 400 Volts. While the modules
are designed for transient voltage protection, the advanced circuitry will also attenuate
the amplitude and slow the rate of rise of high frequency noise. The 587BxxxLP
Series includes common mode and differential mode protection, which are effective in
reducing interference from line to equipment and are effective in reducing equipment
generated noise to meet FCC, VDE and CSA interference requirements
U.S PATENT 4,563,720
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
FIGURE 2
TYPICAL CLAMPING ACTION
OF A 15 AMP MODULE
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Kilovolts
Time - s
0
2
6
4
FIGURE 1
TRANSIENT VOLTAGE THREAT
CONDITION
Kilovolts
Time - s
0
2
4
8
6
Figures 1 and 2 are photographs of digitized waveforms
showing the typical clamping action of a 15 ampere module.
A 12 Ohm resistor is used to represent a 10 Amp equipment
load. The load is then subjected to the ANSI/IEEE C62.41
Category CI test conditions (6,000V/3,000A). These photo-
graphs contrast the effect on equipment with and without the
protector.
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DEVICE CHARACTERISTICS
MAXIMUM RATINGS
SPECIFICATIONS @ 25C
RESPONSE TO TRANSIENT VOLTAGES
CLAMPING
TEST CONDITION
DIFFERENTIAL
(Line-to-Neutral)
COMMON
(Neutral-to-Ground)
(Line-to-Ground)
Operating Line Voltage:
Maximum Line Current:
Transient Voltage:
Transient Current:
Current Leakage:
Line-to-Neutral:
Neutral-to-Ground:
Line-to-Ground:
Storage & Operating
Temperature:
(Measured at center of
mounting surface)
130 VAC Max
587B051LP: 5A
587B101LP: 10A
587B151LP: 20A
587B301LP: 30A
6000V
peak
3000A
peak
@ 130 VAC
1.0mA
1.0mA
1.0mA
-40C to 85C
PROTECTION
MODE
MAXIMUM
CLAMPING
VOLTAGE
OPEN CIRCUIT
VOLTAGE
@ 1.2/50 s
SHORT CIRCUIT
CURRENT
@ 8/20 s
295V
330V
500V
500V
1000V
6000V
1000V
6000V
500A
3000A
500A
3000A
ARRESTER DEFINITIONS
Clamping Voltage:
The clamping voltage of an arrester is the voltage that appears across its terminals during conduction of a transient current.
Standard Wave Form:
The waveform of a surge current or voltage is designated by a combination of two numbers. The first number is for the time
of the wave front expressed in microseconds from zero to the peak of the wave. The second number is for the time of the wavetail also expressed in
microseconds from zero to the instant that the wavetail reaches one half of the crest or peak value. Example, 8/20 s waveform.
Transient Current:
The transient current of an arrestor is the peak surge current which flows through the arrester when voltage clamping occurs.
OPERATION
For maximum effectiveness, the protector should be installed directly after the AC line on/off switch and fuse. This will protect the electronics from
the AC line switch arcing and the severe transients caused by a fuse clearing.
Some heat is produced when operating at full current load, and heat sinking may be required to maintain case temperature below 85C. The case
temperature is measured at the center of the mounting surface. The unit should not be mounted to a low combusting temperature material such as
wood.
High energy transients will cause a large circulating current in the AC input line (2,500A is possible). To prevent electromagnetic coupling, the AC line
on the input side of the protector must be dressed away from other wiring, magnetic shielding may be required. In addition, the electrical service
must be connected to a low impedance earth ground.
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PACKAGE OUTLINE & DIMENSIONS
COPYRIGHT ProTek Devices 2003
SPECIFICATIONS: ProTek reserves the right to change the electrical and or mechanical characteristics described herein without notice (except JEDEC).
DESIGN CHANGES: ProTek reserves the right to discontinue product lines without notice, and that the final judgement concerning selection and specifications is the buyer's and that in furnishing engineering and
technical assistance, ProTek assumes no responsibility with respect to the selection or specifications of such products.
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2929 South Fair Lane, Tempe, AZ 85282
Tel: 602-431-8101 Fax: 602-431-2288
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1.63"
(44.14 mm)
4.38"
(111.3 mm)
3.81"
(96.8 mm)
0.586"
(14.43 mm)
3.50"
(88.9 mm)
1.10"
(27.9 mm)
2.30"
(58.42 mm)
Line 1 Out
Line 2 Out
Neutral 1 Out
Neutral 2 Out
Ground Out
Line In
Dia 0.181"
Neutral In
Ground In
Note:
Connector accepts 10-24 gauge wire.
SURGEBUSTER
AC LINE
SURGE SUPPRESSOR
587B151LP
MADE IN USA
120 VAC
50/60 Hz
15A
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