In regions of high levels of lightning, basic spark-gap (carbon block or gas tube) protectors installed in buildings are inadequate to protect modern electronic equipment. Supplementary lightning protectors (surge protectors) need to be installed to protect against excess voltages on both signal and AC connections.
Amphenol has a range of lightning arresters for the wireless market that offers such protection. Based on band-pass/band-stop theory, lightning protection is realised through a coaxial Tee and a band-pass filter fixed to a grounding plate. Electrical characteristics include: surge current 20 kA/1000 μs; insertion loss less than 0,1 dB; 500 W max power; frequency ranges, 800-1000 MHz/800-2000 MHz; VSWR < 1,1 (800-1000 MHz)/< 1,2 (800-2000 MHz).
Connection is via industry standard N-Type and 7/16 coaxial connectors. Mechanically, the series is characterised by a simple installation procedure, compact structure and low maintenance. The product series is designed to withstand tough weather conditions.
For more information contact Amphenol, +27 (0)11 783 9517, [email protected]
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