SPB */10 PP* - a surge arrester as per EN 61643-11: 2012 with a nominal discharge current of 10 kA and a maximum continuous operating voltage of UC = 280 V, 440 V, 500 V or 660 V. They provide protection against low-voltage overvoltage, they protect in low-voltage overhead power distribution. The disconnector is an accessory for arrester which is widely used in power distribution system arresters; it can minimize the occurrence of a malignant accident in the power system after the arrester failure. But the current technical standards related to the disconnector are general and the key. otects electrical systems against transient overvoltages. Offers high protection against direct lightning strikes in TT, TN-C, and TN-S s stems. 5 kA surge current withstand capacity per pole., wallboxes, heat pumps, PV systems). It's configured with 5 multi-function energy meters (2VA/phase each), 3 busbar protection and control devices (0. This example is for a station class arrester. Among various surge-protective devices, 10kA lightning arresters —especially 10kV polymer lightning arresters—have become the standard protection level in distribution and industrial grids worldwide. This article provides a clear, engineering-based explanation of what “10kA nominal discharge.