Electronic systems now encompass almost every aspect of our lives, from the work environment, through filling the car with petrol and even shopping at the local supermarket. Our society is now heavily reliant on the continuous and efficient running of such systems.
Installation of PV arrays at roof level, and the siting of solar parks in open, exposed locations, makes PV systems susceptible to damage from partial lightning currents.
The existing Regulations and guidance for small PV installations have been in place for several years, however there still appears to be a lot of confusion and miss information circulating within the Industry, relating to the use of Type “A” and Type “B” RCCBs in PV installations.
HiAS and HiAN Air Circuit Breakers
Designed for both industrial and marine applications, Hyundai Air Circuit Breakers.
Features:
• 3 pole & 4 poles from 800A - 3200A Fixed and Draw-out
• Various protective relays
• Maximum fault interruption peformance and short time withstand capacity
• Compact and light weight
• 50kA, 65kA, 70kA and 85kA Breaking Capacity
Furse a world leader in earthing & lightning protection will be exhibiting their renowned product portfolio at the forthcoming Offshore Europe Oil & Gas Exhibition at Aberdeen Exhibition & Conference Centre from 6-8 September 2011.
Amendment 1 of BS 7671:2008 17th Edition Wiring Regulations now includes a key new section (534) for protection against transient overvoltages using surge protection devices (SPD’s).
Following the market-leading M1 Series of mains power surge protectors, Furse, a world leader in lightning protection, have now launched the new D1 Series – offering the lowest levels of let through voltage, combined with the convenience of mounting to a standard 35mm DIN rail.
The RCD Handbook – BEAMA Guide to the Selection and Application of Residual Current Devices – 2010 has been revised to align it with the Seventeenth Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2008).