SN EN 61173 : 1994
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OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) POWER GENERATING SYSTEMS - GUIDE
12-01-2013
Introduction
1. Scope and object
2. Normative reference
3. Sources of overvoltages
3.1 External origin of overvoltages
3.2 Internal origin of overvoltages
4. Methods to reduce overvoltages
4.1 Equi-potentialization (bonding)
4.2 Grounding
4.3 Shielding
4.4 Stroke interception
4.5 Protective devices
4.6 Principle of operation
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Gives advice on the protection of overvoltage issues for both stand-alone and grid-connected photovoltaic power generating systems. Coverage includes: external origin of overvoltages; internal origin of overvoltages; equi-potentialisation (bonding); stroke interception. Also gives detailed diagrams.
| DocumentType |
Standard
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| PublisherName |
Swiss Standards
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| Status |
Current
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| Standards | Relationship |
| DIN EN 61173:1996-10 | Identical |
| UNE-EN 61173:1998 | Identical |
| I.S. EN 61173:1995 | Identical |
| EN 61173 : 1994 | Identical |
| BS EN 61173:1995 | Identical |
| IEC 61173:1992 | Identical |
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