SL1021B600RS

A Gas Discharge Tube Arresters (GDT) is an electrical protection device with a superior surge protection capability. Their main function is to act as a safeguard against transient over-voltage events such as lightning strikes. One of the most commonly used GDT’s is the SL1021B600RS GDT. This device is constructed with an external zinc oxide (ZnO) resistor and an inner stainless steel tube, filled with a gas mixture. It has a very high degree of surge protection at 250V/m and a maximum surge current of 20kA.

The SL1021B600RS works by reducing overvoltages to manageable levels quickly and efficiently when presented with a transient electrical strike. When it encounters an overvoltage above its activation threshold, the GDT begins to conduct electricity and the resistor begins to dissipate the energy of the electrical strike, thus protecting the electrical system. This is done by converting the high current surge energy into heat. When the resistance is too high and the current is too low, the GDT allows the voltage to remain within a safe working standard.

The SL1021B600RS is typically used in a range of applications, including industrial, automotive, medical, and power plants. It can be used to protect a variety of electronic and electrical components from transient overvoltages, such as microcontrollers and integrated circuits, telecommunication systems, and electrical wiring systems. It is also suitable for use in wind power and solar energy systems, helping to protect against extreme weather conditions.

The SL1021B600RS GDT is a reliable and cost-effective solution to protect electrical systems and components from transient voltage surges. By dissipating a large amount of energy produced by a surge, the GDT offers a comfortable margin of safety to any system it is used to protect. Additionally, the GDT is robust and has a long lifespan, making it a great choice for many different applications.