2036-60-B2

The 2036-60-B2 is a Gas Discharge Tube Arrestor (GDT). It is a kind of surge protector, which is used to protect electronic systems from high voltage transients. It works by suppressing the peak voltage of an incoming voltage waveform, limiting the damage caused by transient events. It is designed specifically for medium voltage applications.

The GDT is made up of two electrodes, an anode and a cathode, each one encased in an inexpensive envelope. The architecture of the 2036-60-B2 is similar to other GDTs, but it is tailored specifically for medium voltage applications. The construction of the GDT consists of a bridge between the anode and cathode. This bridge has electrodes on either side of the bridge, which reduce the effective capacitance of the GDT. The bridge helps to reduce the likelihood of a partial breakdown event in the GDT.

When a transient event occurs, such as a fast rise in voltage, the current in the GDT begins to increase to a peak level. This increase in current creates a field of high voltage across the electrodes in the bridge, which causes a spark to jump between the electrodes. This spark serves to reduce both the peak voltage in the GDT and the energy being stored in the GDT. The energy stored in the GDT determines the level of protection that it can provide from voltage spikes and surge events. This spark also creates a redundancy in the GDT, as the spark will travel in a different path each time it is triggered, reducing the risk of the GDT being damaged by repeated surge events.

The 2036-60-B2 is designed for medium voltage applications, which means it is designed to be able to withstand higher voltages than other GDTs. This is because its low capacitance design allows it to discharge more energy in a smaller amount of time. It also has a higher spark energy transfer rate, which allows it to quickly dissipate the incoming energy from a voltage surge.

The 2036-60-B2 is also designed to reduce the risks associated with burst energy. The increased spark energy transfer rate reduces the risk of an arc entering the insulation of the GDT, which can cause a break down in insulation and allow for an arc-induced transient event. It also has protective circuitry built into its design, which allows it to detect and limit the voltage caused by a transient event.

In order to ensure that the 2036-60-B2 is providing the best protection possible, it is important to use the proper installation and maintenance techniques. Proper installation includes ensuring that the GDT is placed in an area that is free from dust and debris, as dust and debris can reduce the life of the GDT. It is also important to use GDTs that are the proper size for the application. Using GDTs that are too large for the application can lead to a decrease in performance, as too much energy can pass through the GDT and cause damage to the system.

The 2036-60-B2 is an important surge protection component in many applications. Its design ensures that it is able to provide the best protection from voltage spikes and surge events while also keeping the system safe from other components, such as dust and debris. Its protective circuitry and high spark energy transfer rate also ensure that it is able to reduce the risks associated with burst energy events. With proper installation and maintenance, the 2036-60-B2 can help ensure that a system is always protected from potential damage caused by surge events.