SD55R Industrial Surge Protection Device with 20kA Surge Current Capacity DIN Rail Mounted and 50 MHz Bandwidth
The SD55R is a high-performance surge protection device (SPD) designed to safeguard sensitive electronic equipment and control systems from damaging voltage transients and surges. Manufactured by leading brands including MTL and Weidmuller, this DIN-rail mounted protector is the ideal solution for industrial automation, process control, and communication systems where reliability is critical.
With a compact ultra-slim design, the SD55R delivers multistage hybrid protection circuitry, ensuring your valuable assets remain operational even in harsh electrical environments.
- High Surge Current Capacity: Handles maximum surge currents up to 20kA (8/20 µs waveform), providing robust protection against lightning strikes and power grid fluctuations.
- Fast Response Time: Responds to overvoltage events in less than 1 nanosecond, clamping transients before they can damage downstream equipment.
- High Bandwidth (50 MHz): Features a wide bandwidth design, making it suitable for high-frequency signal lines without signal degradation.
- DIN Rail Mounting: Engineered for standard top-hat rail (DIN rail) and G-rail installation, allowing for quick integration into existing electrical cabinets with minimal space usage.
- ATEX Certified: Available with intrinsically safe certification for use in potentially explosive atmospheres (specific variants).
- 10-Year Product Warranty: Backed by industry-leading reliability and manufacturer warranty.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MTL / Weidmuller |
| Nominal Voltage (DC) | 55 V |
| Nominal Voltage (AC) | 38 V |
| Nominal Current | 400 mA |
| Maximum Surge Current (8/20 µs) | 20 kA |
| Nominal Discharge Current | 3 kA |
| Signal Bandwidth | 0 - 50 MHz |
| Series Resistance | 10 Ω / line |
| Voltage Protection Level (Up) | < 90 V (at 1kV/µs) |
| Mounting Type | DIN Rail (Top Hat Rail / G-rail) |
| Product Status | Active, RoHS Compliant, Lead-free |
The SD55R is specifically designed to protect critical components in various sectors:
- Industrial Automation: Protects PLCs, DCS systems, sensors, and actuators from inductive load switching transients.
- Process Control (I/O): Safeguards 2-wire and 3-wire transmitters, RTDs, and field wiring in refineries and chemical plants.
- Telecommunications: Ensures signal integrity for communication equipment, servers, and data lines operating at high frequencies.
- Power Generation: Shields substation relays and monitoring equipment from lightning-induced surges.
Unlike standard surge protectors that degrade signal quality, the SD55R's low capacitance and high-bandwidth design ensures that your data or control signals pass through unaffected until a surge occurs. Its ultra-slim footprint allows for high packing density on the DIN rail, saving valuable cabinet space.
- Part Number: SD55R
- Alternative Cross-References: MTL SD55R, Weidmuller SD55R
- Packaging: Single unit (1 piece minimum order quantity)
- Shipping: In-stock items ready for immediate dispatch via DHL, FedEx, UPS, or TNT (2-5 days delivery)
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