4 FAQs about Purpose of lightning protection for solar-powered communication cabinet inverter

Where should lightning protection be installed at a PV inverter?

Figure 1 illustrates the highly recommended locations for lightning protection at a PV inverter. Two Strikesorb® modules (Class I/II) are installed at +DC and -DC to ground to protect the inverter against lightning strikes that create surge currents on DC lines.

What is internal lightning protection?

The internal lightning protection provides equipotential bonding between metal installations and cables within the system. Metal and conductive system parts, e.g. water pipes, are connected directly with each other for this purpose.

Can lightning protection be combined with SMA inverters?

Also, special features of combining overvoltage protection devices with SMA inverters are described. The document covers lightning protection in as far as it influences overvoltage protection. Lightning protection systems are intended to prevent damage to buildings from lightning strikes.

What is external lightning protection?

The external lightning protection serves to collect the lightning and conduct it into the ground. In this way, buildings and systems to be protected are saved from the effects of a direct lightning strike. The external lightning protection consists of air-termination systems, conductors, and the associated grounding arrangement.

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