Station Surge Arrester: Electrical Safety Essential

Station surge arresters protect substations and distribution systems by diverting lightning and transient overvoltages to ground. With high withstand voltage and fast response, they safeguard transformers, switchgear, and other critical equipment to ensure electrical safety and system stability.

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Product Overview

Station surge arresters are vital protection devices used in power substations and distribution networks to prevent damage from transient overvoltages. By providing a low-impedance path, they safely conduct lightning surges and switching overvoltages to ground, shielding transformers, switchgear, and other essential components. Designed to withstand high electrical stress and respond rapidly, station arresters are a fundamental element in maintaining the safety, reliability, and continuous operation of modern power infrastructure.

Product Features

◆High Withstand Voltage: Engineered to endure extreme electrical stress, suitable for high-voltage substation environments.

◆Fast Response Capability: Reacts almost instantly to transient overvoltages, minimizing the risk of equipment damage.

◆Low-Impedance Path: Efficiently directs surge currents to ground, preventing overvoltages from reaching sensitive equipment.

◆Robust Construction: Built with durable materials to ensure long-term performance under demanding conditions.

◆Reliable Operation: Designed for consistent protection without failure, even during severe electrical events.

Product Advantages

◆Enhanced Equipment Protection: Prevents catastrophic damage to transformers, switchgear, and other critical infrastructure.

◆Improved System Reliability: Reduces downtime and costly repairs by effectively managing transient overvoltages.

◆Increased Grid Stability: Supports continuous power supply by maintaining the integrity of electrical systems.

◆Long Service Life: Durable design ensures reliable performance over extended periods with minimal maintenance.

◆Regulatory Compliance: Meets industry standards for surge protection in substations and distribution networks.

Usage Scenarios

◇Power Substations: Installed to protect transformers, circuit breakers, and busbars from lightning and switching surges.

◇Distribution Systems: Used in medium- and high-voltage networks to safeguard equipment and maintain operational stability.

◇Industrial Facilities: Provides surge protection for critical loads and sensitive machinery in manufacturing plants.

◇Renewable Energy Integration: Protects inverter stations and grid connection points in solar and wind farms.

◇Urban Power Networks: Ensures safety and reliability in densely populated areas with high electrical demand.

Technical parameters

Gapless surge arrester
System nominal voltage (kV) Arrester Type Rated voltage (kV) Arrester continuous operating voltage (kV) Dc 1mA reference voltage (kV) Maximum leakage at 0.75x DC 1mA voltage (μA) Peak residual voltage (kV)≯ 2000 μs square wave current capacity (A) 4/10 high current impulse withstand (kV)
8/20 lightning impulse current 30/60 operation impulse current 1/4 steep impulse current
3 (HY)YH5WZ-3.8/13.5 3.8 2 7.2 50 12 11.5 15.5 200 65
3 (HY)YH5WZ-5/13.5 5 4 7.2 50 13.5 11.5 15.5 200 65
6 (HY)YH5WZ-7.6/27 7.6 4 14.4 50 27 23 31 200 65
6 (HY)YH5WZ-10/27 10 8 14.4 50 27 23 31 200 65
10 (HY)YH5WZ-12.7/45 12.7 6.6 24 50 45 38.3 51.8 200 65
10 (HY)YH5WZ-17/45 17 13.6 24 50 45 38.3 51.8 200 65
35 (HY)YH5WZ-51/134 51 40.8 73 50 134 114 154 400 65
35 (HY)YH5WZ-42/134 42 23.4 73 50 134 114 154 400 65
66 (HY)YH5WZ-84/221 84 67.2 121 50 221 188 254 600 65
66 (HY)YH5WZ-90/235 90 72.5 130 50 235 201 270 600 65
66 (HY)YH10WZ-84/221 94 67.5 121 50 221 188 248 600 100
66 (HY)YH10WZ-90/235 90 72.5 130 50 235 201 264 600 100
110 (HY)YH5WZ-100/260 100 78 145 50 260 221 299 600 65
110 (HY)YH5WZ-102/266 102 79.6 148 50 266 226 305 600 65
110 (HY)YH5WZ-108/281 108 84 157 50 281 239 323 600 65
110 (HY)YH10WZ-100/260 100 78 145 50 260 221 291 600 100
110 (HY)YH10WZ-102/266 1032 79.6 148 50 266 226 297 600 100
110 (HY)YH10WZ-108/281 108 157 157 50 281 239 315 600 100
220 (HY)YH10WZ-192/500 192 150 280 50 500 426 560 800 100
220 (HY)YH10WZ-200/520 200 156 290 50 520 442 582 800 100
220 (HY)YH10WZ-204/532 204 159 296 50 532 452 594 800 100
220 (HY)YH10WZ2-16/562 216 168.5 314 50 562 478 630 800 100
Series gap surge arrester
System nominal voltage (kV) Arrester Type Rated voltage (kV) Power frequency discharge voltage (kV)  ≮ 1.2/50 impulse discharge voltage (kV) peak value ≯ Maximum conducting current (μA) Peak residual voltage  (kV)≯ 2000 μs square wave current capacity (A) 4/10  high current impulse withstand (kV)
8/20 lightning impulse current 30/60 operation impulse current 1/4 steep impulse current
3 (HY)YH5CZ-3.8/12.0 3.8 8 12 20 12 10.2 13.5 200 65
6 (HY)YH5CZ-7.6/24 7.6 16 24 20 24 20.4 27 200 65
10 (HY)YH5CZ-12.7/41 12.7 26 41 20 45 35 46 200 65
35 (HY)YH5CZ-42/124 42 80 124 20 124 100 143 400 65