Introducing. From Advanced Protection Technologies, Inc.

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1 Introducing From, Inc NEC Adoption and UL 1449 Reision hae changed the surge suppression industry. Arrestors and TVSS are now ealuated and listed under the Surge Protectie Deice (SPD) umbrella. Most old-school arrestors are no longer permitted under 2008 NEC. Most of those arrestors no longer meet UL standards. Many are obsolete and/or no longer manufactured. SPDs installed at the serice entrance upstream of the main disconnect must now be Listed as a Type 1 SPD. APT offers SPDee as a solution. SPDee exceeds the latest UL 1449 and 2008 NEC requirements. SPDee is a Type 1 SPD and mounts in the same location as arrestors. SPDee may also be used on indiidual equipment. SPDee is UL Listed and meets new requirements for UL 96A Lightning Protection Systems. APT offers a full line of UL Listed SPDs. Included in this package: Summary of changes in UL 1449 SPD/TVSS SPDee Cutsheets SPDee Product Preiew from December issue of ted, the Electrical Distributor Magazine Distributor contact information for APT Surge Arresstors SPDs TVSS Lightning Arrestors and TVSS are now under the SPD umbrella Contact : Dana Papalardo dpapalardo@apttss.com th Street North, Clearwater, Florida (800) ext. 203 FAX: (727)

2 UL 1449 Third Edition SPD/TVSS Changes Effectie September 29, 2009 m Your spec may be obsolete. Get all your UL rd Edition information at m Terminology Shift and Inclusion of Surge Arresters: Clamp Voltage Test Change UL96A Lightning Protection Master Label Impact Type Designations Nominal Discharge Current Test (I n ) UL 1449 has undergone extensie reision as surge suppression s standard for safety. UL 1449 Third Edition, defines performance testing and nomenclature, which effectiely reboots the surge industry. UL 1449 s performance testing proides a way to compare newly ealuated Surge Protectie Deices (SPDs), formerly known as Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors (TVSS). These changes became effectie September 29, 2009, which predictably impacts specifiers and the supply chain as follows: New performance tests use more surge current, resulting in increased clamping oltages New test results are numerically higher, thus not meeting old-style specifications Electrical & General Contractors and Distributors might waste time trying to source SPDs that cannot meet an out-dated specification In frustration, Old/Obsolete TVSS may be submitted, which may or may not be UL Listed, or supported in the future Specifying Engineers might waste time ealuating submittals Specifying Engineers may not be getting what they want, or what they think they re getting Please reise SPD specifications Terminology Shift and Inclusion of Surge Arresters: The term Transient Voltage Surge Suppressor (TVSS) is replaced by Surge Protectie Deice (SPD). This nomenclature change coincides with NEC and International standards terminology. SPD is a more general description and pulls oldstyle secondary surge arresters (SSAs) under UL s SPD performance and safety standard. Type 1 SPDs replace almost eery secondary arrester on the market effectiely obsolescing them. Clamp Voltage Test Change: Old 2nd Edition tests used 500A, 6,000V. New 3rd Edition tests use 3,000A, 6,000V, i.e. 6 times more surge current. The VPR for an SPD will be higher than the SVR of an identical SPD. Higher current leels equal higher clamp oltages. Standard UL rd Edition 2nd Edition Test 3kA/6kV 0.5kA/6kV Title Voltage Protection Rating Suppressed Voltage Rating Reference VPR SVR The change from SVR to VPR is probably the single most important change in UL rd Edition relating to specifiers. The SVR listed in current specifications will be obsolete. Comparing a VPR rating to a SVR rating would proide no information of alue. In order to make accurate performance comparisons, the VPR of one deice must be compared with the VPR of another deice. UL96A Lightning Protection Master Label Impact: Preiously, UL 96A required surge suppressors ealuated as secondary arresters. There were issues associated with different regulation and administration. Secondary arresters now eole into Type 1 SPDs, and UL 96A will accept Type 1 or Type 2 SPDs haing 20kA I n ratings (new rating, explanation follows). Type Designations: UL rd Edition assigns type designations to SPDs (1, 2, 3, 4) based on the installation location within the electrical distribution system. Type 1 Installed on line or load side of the Main Oercurrent Protection (OCP), similar to what you knew as SSA, except now includes rigorous safety testing. Includes all OCP & safety disconnectors inside the SPD Type 2 Installed on load side of the Main OCP, similar to what you know as hardwired TVSS, and it may require external OCP. Type 3 Point of Utilization, direct plug in type deices, similar to what you know as surge strips. Theses deices are intended for installation 10 meters from the panel (rational based on IEEE Cat. A location). Type 4 Surge suppression components, could be a basic component or a complete module. Type 4 components can be tested for Type 1, Type 2 or Type 3 applications. Nominal Discharge Current Test (I n ): The I n test is new to UL It originates from IEC style testing whereby a SPD must remain functional after being subjected to 15 repetitie impulses of a specific alue. Eery mode of protection is tested, including any required oercurrent protection. Between impulses, the SPD is energized at MCOV. The test format tends to cause heat accumulation, which makes this much more difficult than face alue suggests. Type 1 s are to be tested at 10kA or 20kA, Type 2 s to 3kA, 5kA, 10kA, or 20kA. The testing is performed in conjunction with VPR tests. For more information on the prescribed UL test set up and test outline please download our UL 1449 Third Edition Engineering Bulletin at Conclusion: Understanding the major reisions in UL rd Edition is important for specifiers as this reision will render your 2nd Edition specifications obsolete. New 3rd Edition products will not meet old style specs, wasting time and money. You can download APT s guide specifications at If you would like additional free training, please isit our training page, For any other questions or concerns please contact us directly th Street North, g (Phone) g

3 Surge Protectie Deice The Next Generation SPD designed for UL 1449 Third Edition Features: UL 1449 Third Edition (Sept 2009) Listed 50kA 8x20µs Type 1 SPD - 20kA l & 10kA (cul Type 2 optional) n -- 20kA l Meets UL 96A Lightning Protection Master Label n -- Can be installed upstream or downstream of main disconnect 200kA SCCR (most models) All UL-required OCP & Safety Coordination Included Inside Voltage Specific Design: Performs better than one-size fits all Tri-Mount Installation for more mounting flexibility: -- Same unit mounts on Pipe Nipple, Bracket or Din-Rail Green=Go Visual Diagnostics: Easy to See; Easy to Understand Performance Specifications 50kA 8x20µs Per Mode UL 1449 tested Inominal: 20kA (highest aailable) + 10kA UL 1449 tested SCCR: 200kA (most models) Large-Block 34mm square MOVs Indiidually Fused & Thermally Protected MOVs UL 1449 Voltage Protection Ratings (VPRs): V for 120V, 120/240, 208Y/ V for 277V, 480Y/277V Repetitie Impulse: kA-8x20µs; kA-8x20µs Data table located on backpage Physical Specifications Relatie Humidity Range: 0-95% non-condensing Operating Frequency: 47-63Hz Operating Temperature: -25 o C (-15 o F) to +60 o C (140 o F) Response Time: < 1nanosecond Solid State Bi-directional Operation NEMA 4X Polycarbonate Enclosure UL746C(f1), UL 94-5VA Pre-wired with 3 (1m) of #10 AWG conductor Typical Type 2 Connection: #10 AWG to 30A breaker Dimensions 3.26 Weight: 1.60 lbs 3.26 (0.73 kg) /4-14 Green=Go Visual Diagnostic Monitoring Green LED = A-OK, Out = replace Visible from Multiple Sides & Angles - Better Viewing Eery MOV is Monitored as opposed to power is present Tri-Mount Installation - Mounting kit included Std. 3/4-14 Nipple Options N-G protection Dry Contact & Audible Alarm Dry contact connection leads exit through nipple ia #18 AWG Other configurations aailable for OEM - Call Quality, Standards & Validation 2 year warranty (longer optional) UL 1449 Third Edition file: VZCA.E at cul ANSI/IEEE C , C , and C NEMA LS NEC Article 285 IEC 61643, CE DIN-rail Mount (rail not incl.) Burn-In tested Prior to Shipment ISO 9001:2000 Certified Quality Management System ISO 17025:2005 Certified Test Lab Bracket Mount for flat surfaces Sized for std 35mm DIN-rail Special Thank You to NASA/SATOP for design assistance & alidation th Street North Clearwater, Florida (800) (727) Fax (727) info@apttss.com info@aptspd.com

4 Type 1 Surge Protectie Deice Type 1 Surge Protectie Deice MODEL Performance Data System Voltage & Config Model Numbers S 50 A Voltage System Options Type 1 Surge Protectie Deice ka/phase Default 120V 1P N 50kA 127V 2P D 220V 3Y 2 240V 3D 1P=One Pole, Single Phase 2P=Two Pole, Split Phase 3Y=Three Pole Wye 3D=Three Pole Delta 3H=Three Pole Hi-Leg Delta 277V 347V 480V 600V UL 1449 THIRD Edition (Sept 2009) Voltage Protection Rating VPR 3000A I n SCCR MCOV L-N L-L N-G * L-G * S50A120V1P 120V * 1000* 20kA 200kA 150 S50A120V2P 120V/240V * 1000* 20kA 200kA 150 S50A120V3Y 208Y/120V * 1000* 20kA 200kA 150 S50A127V1P 127V * 1200* 20kA 100kA 180 S50A127V2P 127/254V * 1200* 20kA 100kA 180 S50A127V3Y 220Y/127V * 1200* 20kA 100kA 180 S50A220V1P 220V-1 pole * 1800* 20kA 200kA 320 S50A220V3Y 380Y/220V * 1800* 20kA 200kA 320 S50A240V3H 120/240V Hi-Leg Delta /1200 / * 1000* /1500* 20kA 200kA 150 /320 S50A240V1P 240V-1 pole kA 200kA 320 S50A240V3D 240V Delta kA 200kA 320 S50A277V1P 277V * 1800* 20kA 200kA 320 S50A277V2P 240/480V * 1800* 20kA 200kA 320 S50A277V3Y 480Y/277V * 1800* 20kA 200kA 320 S50A347V3Y 600Y/347Y * 2500* 20kA 200kA 420 S50A480V1P 480V-1 pole kA 200kA 550 S50A480V3D 480V Delta kA 200kA 550 S50A480V3H 240/480V / 320/ kA 200kA Hi-Leg Delta S50A600V3D 600V Delta kA 200kA 690 S100A120V2P 120/240V kA 100kA 150 S100A277V2P 240/480V kA 100kA 320 * with optional N-G protection 3H N = N-G Protection D = Dry Contact & Audible Alarm 2 = Type 2 SPD Bearing cul Mark Examples: S50A120V3Y = 50kA, 120V, (208Y/120V) S50A277V3YN = 50kA, 277V, (480Y/277V), with N-G Optional Form C Dry Contact and Audible Alarm Form C Dry Contact: Three (3) #18 wires exit the pipe nipple Gray is Common, Red is Normally Open, Blue is Normally Closed Normally Open: Use Gray & Red Normally Closed: Use Gray & Blue Power Leads Dry Contact Leads 1 Pole - Single 2 Pole - Split Phase Wye Hi-Leg Delta Type 1 Surge Protectie Deice System Configuration } } } Hot () Application Guide Phase A () Phase B () Phase C () Ground () Voltage installed at or near serice entrance or transformer N-G Bonded - Does not require N-G protection Model Number S50A240V3D installed >10 (3m) FROM serice entrance or transformer Downstream of N-G Bond - N-G protection suggested Neutral () Ground () Hot () Neutral () Hot () Ground () Phase A () Phase B (ORNG) Phase A () A B Phase B () N Neutral () C Hot () Ground () ORNG Hot () Neutral () Ground () S50A240V3H S50A480V3HN ORNG Corner Grounded Delta? Use same models & connect one SPD black & green to ground (diagnostics will function correctly) Audible Alarm: Alarm sounds when any protection is lost (If diagnostic LED extinguishes (i.e. problem), alarm will sound) ReB # 8179 Blue Gray Red th Street North Clearwater, Florida fax: wwww.apttss.com info@apttss.com

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