Classification Of Surge Protectors
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surge protective device Classification
Based on the combination structure of surge protector, there are several types of surge protection device currently on the market:
1) Gap Type—Open Gap, Closed Gap
2) Discharge Tube Type—Open Discharge Tube, Sealed Discharge Tube
3) Varistor Type—Single Chip, Multi-Chip
4) Suppressor Diode Type
5) Varistor/Gas Discharge Tube Combination Type—Simple Combination, Complex Combination
6) Silicon Carbide Type
Based on their protective properties, they can be classified as: open-circuit arresters, short-circuit arresters, switch-type arresters, and voltage-limiting arresters.
Based on their operating mode (installation type), they can be further classified as: shunt arresters and series arresters.
