Protecting Solar Power Systems with DC Surge Protector What is DC SPD for Solar? A DC Surge Protective Device (SPD) is a safety component designed to protect your solar photovoltaic (PV) system from sudden spikes in voltage—often called surges. These surges can enter a PV system through: Think of an SPD as an emergency escape ramp for excess voltage—when a dangerous surge rushes in, the SPD diverts it safely to the

Power Surges: A Growing Threat to DC Power Systems Direct current (DC) power now drives solar farms, electric vehicle charging stations, and automated manufacturing lines. But as these systems expand, so does a quiet and costly threat: power surges. A surge is a brief, sharp spike in voltage, lasting microseconds to milliseconds. It can be caused by: Why are surges especially dangerous for DC systems? Unlike AC systems, which naturally cross

Power surges are like electrical sneak attacks — sudden, short bursts of voltage that can wreak havoc on your system in the blink of an eye. Whether triggered by lightning, grid switching, or internal equipment faults, these spikes can quietly destroy sensitive electronics and cause expensive downtime. That’s where AC Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) come in. Installed correctly, they serve as silent guardians that intercept excess energy before it can harm