How to choose a lightning arrester for a charging station?

In a word, for the charging stations themselves, the choice of the correct solution depends on whether the station is within the protection zone of the external lightning protection system. If this is the case, a T2 arrester is enough. In outdoor areas, a T1 arrester must be used according to the risk.

How do I protect my charging infrastructure from lightning strikes?

A large part of charging infrastructure is located outside of buildings and is therefore particularly at risk of being hit by direct or indirect lighting strikes. Therefore, several coordinated protective measures and protective devices are necessary to ensure effective protection against lightning strikes and overvoltage pulses.

Should you install a battery charging and storage cabinet?

To avoid serious incidents such as battery fires and explosions, we recommend installing a battery charging and storage cabinet to control risk. However, most people still aren’t fully aware of how a cabinet can reduce these risks. In this post, we’ll be looking at 5 of the key features found in a battery cabinet.

What is internal lightning protection?

The internal lightning protection is designed to prevent dangerous sparking within the system and to minimize dangerous potential differences. The potential differences arising during a lightning discharge often exceed the insulation strength of the electrical components in the charging infrastructure.

Should you install a Li-ion battery charging and storage cabinet?

As more people use this modern energy source, the more we hear about the hazards associated with li-ion battery use. To avoid serious incidents such as battery fires and explosions, we recommend installing a battery charging and storage cabinet to control risk. However, most people still aren’t fully aware of how a cabinet can reduce these risks.

How do I protect my EV from lightning?

If there is not an external lightning protection system or such a system is not necessary, cost-effective type 2 devices also provide sufficient protection. These devices - such as the Valvetrab EV T2 type 2 surge protective device from Phoenix Contact - are installed in the subdistribution stations, charging stations, and home chargers.