LEDVANCE 20KV Outdoor Surge Protector LVA SPD
The LEDVANCE LVA SPD 20KV IP67 Surge Protection Device (EAN/GTIN: 4099854398384) is a heavy-duty, outdoor-rated surge arrester engineered to safeguard Class I and Class II LED luminaires from destructive voltage spikes, lightning strikes, and transient power surges. Operating across a wide 100–277V input range with a maximum discharge current of 20KA, this compact (62 x 35 x 38 mm) module offers robust IP67 weatherproof protection and operating temperatures from -40°C to 85°C. Designed for demanding applications such as street lighting, industrial fixtures, and outdoor commercial setups, it features built-in end-of-life thermal fuse indication (135°C cutoff) and an impressive lifespan of up to 50,000 hours, ensuring long-term operational integrity for power grids across Malaysia.
High-Performance Power Protection for Commercial & Outdoor Lighting
The LEDVANCE Surge Protection Device 20KV IP67 (Model: LVA SPD 20KV IP67 | GTIN: 4099854398384) is an essential safety component engineered specifically to protect high-value LED luminaires, electronic drivers, and industrial lighting systems from electrical overvoltage events. In environments prone to lightning strikes, switching surges, and grid instability—such as street lighting networks, industrial complexes, highway illumination, and commercial facades across Malaysia—transient surges can prematurely destroy sensitive driver circuitry. The LEDVANCE 20KV SPD provides a crucial line of defense, intercepting voltage spikes before they reach your lighting equipment.
Superior Electrical Ratings and Surge Withstand Capability
Built to comply strictly with IEC 61643-11 Class II and Class III standards, this surge arrester is compatible with both Class I and Class II luminaire installations. Operating reliably on a standard 100–277V AC TN power supply system with a maximum continuous operating voltage ($U_c$) of 350V, the device limits residual voltage through Line-to-Neutral (L-N), Line-to-Ground (L-G), and Neutral-to-Ground (N-G) to a tight 2.0KV protection level.
Engineered to handle extreme transient energy, the LEDVANCE LVA SPD handles a maximum discharge current ($I_{max}$) of 20 KA and a surge impulse voltage rating of 20KV. Its multi-strike withstand capacity is rated for:
With a rated load current of 8A, this module provides non-stop surge suppression while maintaining nominal line voltage delivery to attached drivers.
Advanced Thermal Safety & End-of-Life Indication
Equipment longevity and fire safety are core design principles of the LEDVANCE LVA SPD family. The unit incorporates an internal thermal fuse designed to safely disconnect the device from the AC line at 135°C in the event of continuous overvoltage overload, preventing thermal runaway or electrical hazards. Furthermore, an integrated End-of-Life (EOL) indication system alerts maintenance technicians when the internal Varistors/GDT components have safely absorbed their limit of transient spikes and require module replacement, eliminating guesswork during routine maintenance audits.
Rugged IP67 Weatherproof Enclosure for Harsh Environments
Designed for extreme exterior conditions, the device features an IP67-rated water and dustproof casing. Whether installed inside outdoor pole bases, exposed junction boxes, high-bay housings, or wet-location fixtures, the sealed housing resists water ingress, high humidity (10% to 90%), and airborne pollutants.
It operates effortlessly across an ultra-wide ambient temperature range of -40°C to +85°C (with a maximum case temperature $T_c$ rated at 85°C), making it exceptionally resilient under the hot and humid equatorial conditions typical of Malaysia and Southeast Asia.
Ultra-Compact Form Factor & Simple Cable Connection
Space within outdoor street light heads or slim LED driver boxes is often constrained. Measuring just 62 x 35 x 38 mm (excluding external wiring), the LEDVANCE 20KV SPD easily fits inside tight luminaire housings without requiring re-engineering of the fixture body. The direct flying lead cable connection method allows quick, error-free wiring in both new OEM luminaire manufacturing and field retrofit upgrades.
Backed by a design lifetime of 50,000 hours, the LEDVANCE LVA SPD 20KV IP67 is an indispensable investment for municipal lighting projects, commercial property managers, lighting contractors, and industrial facility engineers seeking to lower total cost of ownership (TCO) and drastically minimize driver failure rates.
SPECIFICATION
- Classification: Class II/ III (Acc. IEC61643-11)
- Suitable for Luminaires: Class I/ II
- Rated Input Voltage: 100 – 277V
- Max. Continuous Operating Voltage: 350V
- Power Supply System: TN
- Max. Voltage Protection Level (L-N): 2.0KV
- Max. Voltage Protection Level (L-G): 2.0KV
- Max. Voltage Protection Level (N-G): 2.0KV
- Surge Impulse Voltage: 20KV
- Fuse off Temperature: 135ºC
- End of Life Indication: Yes
- Surge Withstand Capability 20KA: ≤ 2 strikes
- Surge Withstand Capability 10KA: ≤ 120 strikes
- Rated load current: 8 A
- Maximum Discharge Current: 20 KA
- Ambient Temperature: -40...85ºC
- Tcase-max.: 85ºC
- Storage Temperature: -40...85ºC
- Relative Humidity: 10...90%
- level of Protection: IP67
- Lifetime: 50,000 hours
- Size (not include cable): 62 x 35 x 38 mm
- Connection Method: Cable
Q1: What is the primary function of the LEDVANCE 20KV IP67 Surge Protection Device?
A: The LEDVANCE 20KV IP67 SPD protects Class I and Class II LED luminaires and electronic drivers from transient overvoltage, voltage spikes, and lightning surges up to 20 kilovolts (20KV) and 20 kiloamperes (20KA).
Q2: What does an IP67 rating mean for a surge protection device?
A: An IP67 rating indicates that the SPD is completely dust-tight and fully protected against liquid ingress when immersed in water up to 1 meter deep for 30 minutes, making it ideal for outdoor lighting poles and wet industrial environments.
