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Introduction Protection of PV systems Surge Protection Range for PV system Surge Protection Panels for PV installations Surge Protection Panels for PV Plants
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The company
CITEL, a French company founded in 1937, has been manufacturing surge protection since 1945. CITEL offers a complete range of surge protection adapted to various networks including Low Voltage, Telecom, Data, Radiocom. Since 2005, CITEL has developed a range of surge protection and integrated enclosure solutions specifically for the photovoltaic market.
CITEL's mission is to bring high-performance solutions compliant with the worlds leading standards in order to insure the best efficiency and reliability of your photovoltaic system.
Most of the solar module manufacturers offer a warranty of 20 years or more on their products. The cost of such devices is then calculated on this very long period. However those installations are very regularly exposed to lightnings and overvoltages, which can considerably reduce the desired life expectancy. The use of adapted surge protections is then highly recommended. Several aspects have to be considered to evaluate the risk "Lightning and Overvoltages" :
The more the solar panel field is expanded, the more
- AC network : surge protectors are necessary, sometimes mandatory, for the 230V monophase network (or 3-phases 230/400V) on which the PV inverter is connected.
directly on the modules) and indirect effect (overvoltages on modules, on the converter/inverter and other connecions).
When the Photovoltaic devices are located on industrial
- DC network : surge protectors are necessary, sometimes mandatory, on the continuous network in between the modules and the PV inverter.
- Data Network : if the PV inverter is linked to data lines (transducers, sensors, supervision) surge protectors are sometimes required.
DS40 Type 2 TGBT 230/400 Vac 255 Vac 20 kA 40 kA 1,25 kV DS42-230/G DS44-230/G 36 mm
Location
DS44S-230/G
Low voltage network Un 230/400 Vac Max. operating voltage Uc 255 Vac Nominal discharge current In 30 kA Max. discharge current Imax 70 kA Lightning current (10/350) Iimp 25 kA Protection level Up 1,5 kV Reference for 1-phase network DS252VG-300/G (TT, TN) Reference for 3-phase network DS254VG-300/G (TT, TN) Dimensions (1-phase) 72 mm
DS240 Type 2 TGBT or close to a PV inverter 230 Vac 255 Vac 20 kA 40 kA 1,25 kV DS240-230/G 18 mm
DS215 Type 2 close to a PV inverter 230 Vac 255 Vac 5 kA 15 kA 0.9 kV DS215-230/G 18 mm
DS240S-230/G
DLA
Surge protection with pluggable module for Data line
References Type of line Operating DC voltage Nominal discharge current Max. discharge current DLA-48D3 PT100 48 Vdc 5 kA 20 kA DLA-24D3 4-20 mA 24 Vdc 5 kA 20 kA DLA-06D3 RS485 6 Vdc 5 kA 20 kA
DLA-24D3
Un In Imax
DS50PV
Surge protection Type 2 with unpluggable modules for PV network
References Max. PV voltage Max. operating voltage Protection Modes Nominal discharge current 8/20s Max. discharge current 8/20s Protection level Remote controlled version
DS50PV-1000
Uocstc Ucpv
DS50PV-.../G
Surge protection Type 2 with unpluggable modules for PV network - without leakage current
DS50PVS-500
References Max. PV voltage Max. operating voltage Protection Modes Nominal discharge current 8/20s Max. discharge current 8/20s Protection level Remote controlled version
When the installation is equipped with lightning rods, it is recommanded to use surge protectors specifically designed to dissipate a part of the direct impact of the lightning. For those cases, CITEL has developped the DS60PV series Type 1 surge protectors being able to take up 12.5 kA a pole for a 10/350s wave.
DS60PV
Surge protection Type 1 for PV power supply
References Max. PV voltage Max. operating voltage Protection Modes Nominal discharge current 8/20s Lightning current 10/350s Protection level Remote controlled version Uocstc Ucpv In Iimp Up DS60PV-500 500 Vdc 550 Vdc MC 40 kA 12,5 kA 1,7 kV DS60PVS-500 DS60PV-1000 1000 Vdc 1100 Vdc MC 40 kA 12,5 kA 2,4 kV DS60PVS-1000
DS60PV-500
Main features Panels for AC side and DC of the PV inverters. Compliant with the UTE C15-712 guide. High resistance panels for use in all conditions. Easy installation and access for a best maintenance. Transparent cover for quick inspection. Switching. PV voltage up to 1000Vdc. Fuse protection (panels > 3 strings). Specific version on demand. Disconnecting switch handle with padlock.
towardsTGBT
AC
D DDR
DC
t t
o o
Pbt
V
Pdc
V
Pbt : 1-phase surge protector Type 2 D : External disconnector of the surge protector DDR : Differential breaker 25A/30 mA
Pdc : DC surge protector Type 2 for PV (DS50PV) S : DC switch C : Terminal connection board for strings
Electrical diagram
Characteristics
L N PE Towards PV inverter
Breaker 25 A + differential 30 mA
CPV240-230-xx-DDR
Un
230 V single phase 16 - 20 - 25 - 32 A 4 mm max DS240-230/G inside the surge protector indicator on the surge protector by circuit-breaker in the surge protector branch by line circuit-breaker (16 to 32 A rating) by diff. circuit breaker 30 mA DS240-230/G
Towards TGBT
Connection to network (Max. cable cross-section) Safety Thermal disconnector Disconnection indicator Overvoltage protection Overcurrent protection Protection against indirect contact Type 2 SPD Max. operating voltage Nominal discharge current Uc In Imax Up
DS240-230/G
L L N L N
C25
30mA
Test
C20
Type 2 Imax 40kA
Cable path
onduleur inverter
Electrical diagram
vers onduleur PV vers strings
+ + PE
+ -
sectionneur
Fusible (option)
DS50PV
Reference system
CPV range
PV surge protector panel
CPV 50-1000-3ST/FU
SPD Number of Strings
3ST 4ST 6ST 3 strings 8ST 8 strings 10 strings 14 strings 4 strings 10ST 6 strings 14ST
50 60
Type 2 Type 1
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Characteristics
Number of strings Max. voltage PV Max. current Connection to network (Max. cable cross-section) Switching Fuse protection by string
+
Red/Rouge: to replace
CPV50-500-3ST
CPV50-600-3ST
3 Uocstc Iscstc 500 Vdc 20 A 6,5 / 10 mm2 yes no DS50PV-500 Ucpv In Imax Up 530 Vdc 20 kA 40 kA 1.8 kV
Red/Rouge: to replace
Type 2 SPD Max. operating voltage Nominal discharge current Maximum discharge current Protection level Mechanical characteristics
DS50PV-500
Un 500 Vdc Uc 530 Vdc In 20kA T2 Imax 40kA Up 2.2kV
DS50PV-500
Un 500 Vdc Uc 530 Vdc In 20kA T2 Imax 40kA Up 2.2kV
onduleur inverter
M12
M16 M16
M12
M16
M12
M12
M12
M12
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Characteristics
Number of strings PV maximum voltage Max. current Connection to network (Max. cable cross-section) Switching
+
Red/Rouge: to replace Red/Rouge: to replace
CPV50-800-3ST
CPV50-1000-3ST
3 Uocstc Iscstc 800 Vdc 25 A 6,5 / 10 mm2 yes option DS50PV-800 Ucpv In Imax Up 840 Vdc 20 kA 40 kA 3 kV
3 1000 Vdc 25 A 6,5 / 10 mm2 yes option DS50PV-1000 1060 Vdc 20 kA 40 kA 3,6 kV
Red/Rouge: to replace
Fuse protection by string Parafoudre Type 2 Max. operating voltage Nominal discharge current Maximum discharge current Protection level
DS50PV-800
Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA T2 Imax 40kA Up 3kV
DS50PV-800
Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA T2 Imax 40kA Up 3kV
DS50PV-800
Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA T2 Imax 40kA Up 3kV
Mechanical characteristics Protection class Dimensions (H x L x P) mm Housing material Knob type IP65 305 x 225 x 125 ABS PC Lockable IP65 305 x 225 x 125 ABS PC Lockable
onduleur inverter
M12
M16 M16
M12
M16
M12
M12
M12
M12
12
CPV50-1000-4ST/FUS10
4 strings surge protection panel 1000 Vdc - 25 A Switch Fuse
Characteristics
Number of strings Max. voltage PV Max. current Connection to network (Max. cable cross-section) Switching
+
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
CPV50-1000-4ST/FUS10
4 Uocstc Iscstc 1000 Vdc 25 A 6,5 / 10 mm2 yes 10 A DS50PV-1000 Ucpv In Imax Up 1060 Vdc 20 kA 40 kA 3,6 kV
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
Red/Rouge: to replace
Parafoudre DC Surge Protector Un 1000 Vdc Uc 1060 Vdc In 20kA T2 Imax 40kA Up 3V
Parafoudre DC Surge Protector Un 1000 Vdc Uc 1060 Vdc In 20kA T2 Imax 40kA Up 3V
Parafoudre DC Surge Protector Un 1000 Vdc Uc 1060 Vdc In 20kA T2 Imax 40kA Up 3V
UNDER LOAD
Fuse protection by string Type 2 SPD Max. operating voltage Nominal discharge current Max discharge current Protection level
- in modules
Mechanical characteristics Protection class Dimensions (H x L x P) mm Housing material Knob type IP65 285 x 385 x 185 GR Polyester/PC Lockable
onduleur inverter
M12 M12
M12 M12
M16
M16
M16
M12 M12
M12 M12
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Characteristics
Number of strings Max. voltage PV Max. current Connection to network (Max. cable cross-section)
+
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
CPV50-1000-6ST/FUS10
6 Uocstc Iscstc 1000 Vdc 25 A 6,5 / 10 mm2 yes 10 A DS50PV-1000 Ucpv In Imax Up 1060 Vdc 20 kA 40 kA 3,6 kV
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
Red/Rouge: to replace
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
Parafoudre DC Surge Protector Un 1000 Vdc Uc 1060 Vdc In 20kA T2 Imax 40kA Up 3.6V
Parafoudre DC Surge Protector Un 1000 Vdc Uc 1060 Vdc In 20kA T2 Imax 40kA Up 3.6V
Parafoudre DC Surge Protector Un 1000 Vdc Uc 1060 Vdc In 20kA T2 Imax 40kA Up 3.6V
DS50PV-1000 DS50PV-1000
Switching Fuse protection by string Type 2 SPD Max. operating voltage Nominal discharge current
+ in modules
+ out
out
- in modules
onduleur inverter
M12
M12
M12
M20
M20
M20
M12
M12
M12
M12
M12
M12
M12
M12
M12
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Characteristics
Number of strings Max. voltage PV Max. current Connection to network (Max. cable cross-section) Switching
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
CPV50-800-6ST/FUS10
6 Uocstc Iscstc 800 Vdc 63 A 6,5 / 10 mm2 yes 10 A DS50PV-800 Ucpv In Imax Up 840 Vdc 20 kA 40 kA 3 kV
DS50PV-800
Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA Imax 40kA Up 3kV Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA Imax 40kA Up 3kV Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA Imax 40kA Up 3kV
T2 T2
T2
Red/Rouge: to replace
+ -
DS50PV-800 DS50PV-800
ENTRE INPUT
ENTRE INPUT
ON
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
OFF
55DC4014
INTERRUPTOR SECCIONADOR Switch-disconnector
125A 4P
* poles in series
Ue 48V 110V 220V 400V 600V 800V Ie 125A/1p* 125A/2p* 125A/3p* 125A/4p* 80A/4p* 63A/4p*
SORTIE OUTPUT
SORTIE OUTPUT
800V
+ in modules
+ out
out
- in modules
onduleur inverter
M20 M20
M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12 M12
M20
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The panels devoted to the junction, switching and protection of Photovoltaic Power Plants are designed for specific conditions of use, performance and maintenance
Main Features Transparent cover for quick High resistance enclosure for
use in all conditions. inspection.
16 16
Caractristiques
Number of strings PV max voltage Max. current
ENTRE INPUT ENTRE INPUT
CPV50-600-10ST/FUS10
10 Uocstc Iscstc 600 Vdc 80 A 10 / 18 mm2 yes 10 A DS50PV-600 Ucpv In Imax Up 680 Vdc 20 kA 40 kA 2.5 kV
+
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
ON
T2
+
Red/Rouge: to replace Red/Rouge: to replace
Red/Rouge: to replace
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
DS50PV-800
Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA Imax 40kA Up 3V
DS50PV-800
Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA Imax 40kA Up 3V
T2
DS50PV-800
Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA Imax 40kA Up 3V
T2
OFF
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
55DC4014
INTERRUPTOR SECCIONADOR Switch-disconnector
10.3 x 38
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
125A 4P
* poles in series
PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
Ue 48V 110V 220V 400V 600V 800V Ie 125A/1p* 125A/2p* 125A/3p* 125A/4p* 80A/4p* 63A/4p*
SORTIE OUTPUT
SORTIE OUTPUT
800V
+ in modules
+ out
out
- in modules
onduleur inverter
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M25
M25
M25
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
Mechanical characteristics Protection class Dimensions (H x L x P) mm Housing material Knob type IP65 285 x 760 x 185 GR Polyester/PC Lockable
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
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Characteristics
Number of strings PV max. voltage
+
Red/Rouge: to replace Red/Rouge: to replace
CPV50-800-14ST/FUS10
14 Uocstc Iscstc 800 Vdc 125 A 10 / 18 mm2 yes 10 A DS50PV-800 Ucpv In Imax Up 840 Vdc 20 kA 40 kA 3 kV
Red/Rouge: to replace
DS50PV-800
Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA Imax 40kA Up 3V
T2
DS50PV-800
Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA Imax 40kA Up 3V
T2
DS50PV-800
Un 800 Vdc Uc 840 Vdc In 20kA Imax 40kA Up 3V
T2
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
ENTRE INPUT
ENTRE INPUT
+
ON
OFF
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
55DC4014
INTERRUPTOR SECCIONADOR Switch-disconnector
10.3 x 38
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
10.3 x 38 PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
125A 4P
* poles in series
PV 1000Vdc
DO NOT OPERATE UNDER LOAD
Ue 48V 110V 220V 400V 600V 800V Ie 125A/1p* 125A/2p* 125A/3p* 125A/4p* 80A/4p* 63A/4p*
SORTIE OUTPUT
SORTIE OUTPUT
Fuse protection by string Type 2 SPD Max. operating voltage Nominal discharge current Maximum discharge current Protection level
800V
+ in modules
+ out
out
- in modules
onduleur inverter
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M25
M16 M16 M16 M16
M25
M25
M16 M16 M16 M16
Mechanical characteristics Protection class Dimensions (H x L x P) mm Housing material Knob type IP65 380 x 760 x 185 GR Polyester/PC Lockabke
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
M16
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Requested Features
Quantity Max. current (Iscstc) : 15A 40A 80A Number of strings Max. voltage (Uocstc) 500V 800V 600V 1000V 20A 50A 125A Surge protector Type 2 Fuse protection Comments : Type 1 sans 25A Switching MC Connectors
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CITEL-2CP
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CITEL GmbH
Alleestrasse 144, Tor 5 D-44793 Bochum - Allemagne Tel +49 234 54 72 10 Fax +49 234 54 72 199 Email : info@citel.de Web : www.citel2cp.de
CITEL Inc
11381 Interchange Circle South FL 33025 Miramar - USA Tel +1 954 430 6310 Fax +1 954 430 7785 Email : citel@citel.us Web : www.citel.us