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DC SPD vs AC SPD for Solar PV

A practical comparison of DC and AC surge protection devices in solar PV systems.

DC SPD vs AC SPD for Solar PV

DC SPD protects the PV array side and must match DC voltage, while AC SPD protects inverter output or downstream AC circuits and follows AC system voltage and grid arrangement.

The two devices are not interchangeable. The side of the inverter, voltage type and earthing system decide the SPD selection.

How buyers should read this

Many PV systems use both DC SPD and AC SPD in different parts of the installation.

  • DC voltage class
  • AC grid voltage
  • Type 1 or Type 2
  • Earthing arrangement
  • Enclosure location

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