About Gas Discharge Tubes - GDTs / Gas Plasma Arrestors

Gas Discharge Tubes - GDTs / Gas Plasma Arrestors

Gas Discharge Tubes (GDTs) or Gas Plasma Arrestors protect circuits from transient voltages caused by lightning, switching, and other sources. They allow the passage of AC currents but act as a short circuit for high-energy transients. Essentially, they provide a conductive path for the discharge of high voltage transients, while preserving the normal DC voltage. GDTs are low-cost and provide a simple and effective solution for protecting sensitive electronic equipment. They are an essential component of any system which is subject to high voltage surges or transients, such as in lightning storms or when high power is switched on or off. GDTs are typically constructed using a glass or ceramic tube, containing two electrodes. The gas inside is usually a mixture of noble gases such as argon, neon, and xenon. When a high voltage transient occurs, the gap between the electrodes breaks down and a low impedance path is formed which allows the transient to be discharged to ground. GDTs provide a range of advantages such as high dielectric strength, low operating voltage, and low leakage current.

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OVR PV T1-T2 12.5-1000 P QS

Surge arrester; Type 1+2; Poles: 1+N; In 8/20us: 40kA; -40÷80°C
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This product is classified as Large/Heavy, additional shipping charges may apply. A customer service representative may contact you after ordering to confirm exact shipping charges.

ABB

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6 to 16 Weeks

October 2026

October 2026
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AUD 343.2295

Multiples of: 1

V20-3+NPE+FS-320

Surge arrestor; Type 2; Poles: 3+NPE; 20kA; 320VAC; DIN; -40÷80°C
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This product is classified as Large/Heavy, additional shipping charges may apply. A customer service representative may contact you after ordering to confirm exact shipping charges.

OBO BETTERMANN

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6 to 16 Weeks

October 2026

October 2026
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41	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
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45	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

AUD 343.3242

Multiples of: 1

V20-3+NPE+FS-385

Surge arrestor; Type 2; Poles: 3+NPE; 20kA; 385VAC; DIN; -40÷80°C
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OBO BETTERMANN

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6 to 16 Weeks

October 2026

October 2026
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41	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
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43	18	19	20	21	22	23	24
44	25	26	27	28	29	30	31
45	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

AUD 343.3242

Multiples of: 1

MCD 50-B

Surge arrestor; Type 1+2; Poles: 1; 255VAC; DIN; -40÷80°C; IP20
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OBO BETTERMANN

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6 to 16 Weeks

October 2026

October 2026
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40	27	28	29	30	1	2	3
41	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
42	11	12	13	14	15	16	17
43	18	19	20	21	22	23	24
44	25	26	27	28	29	30	31
45	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

AUD 346.5808

Multiples of: 1

V20-4+FS-550

Surge arrestor; Type 2; Poles: 4; 20kA; 550VAC; DIN; -40÷80°C; IP20
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OBO BETTERMANN

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6 to 16 Weeks

October 2026

October 2026
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40	27	28	29	30	1	2	3
41	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
42	11	12	13	14	15	16	17
43	18	19	20	21	22	23	24
44	25	26	27	28	29	30	31
45	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

AUD 347.802

Multiples of: 1

SPPVT12-10-2+PE

Surge arrestor; Type 1+2; Poles: 3; 15kA; DIN; -40÷80°C; IP20; 2.7kV
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This product is classified as Large/Heavy, additional shipping charges may apply. A customer service representative may contact you after ordering to confirm exact shipping charges.

Eaton

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6 to 16 Weeks

October 2026

October 2026
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43	18	19	20	21	22	23	24
44	25	26	27	28	29	30	31
45	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

AUD 350.5611

Multiples of: 1

TV 4+1

Surge arrestor; Type 2+3; 22VAC; wall mount; -40÷80°C; IP10; 70VDC
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OBO BETTERMANN

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6 to 16 Weeks

October 2026

October 2026
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43	18	19	20	21	22	23	24
44	25	26	27	28	29	30	31
45	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

AUD 350.6742

Multiples of: 1

BCO ML2 BD 24

Surge arrester; Type 1; In 8/20us: 10kA; for DIN rail mounting
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DEHN

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6 to 16 Weeks

October 2026

October 2026
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40	27	28	29	30	1	2	3
41	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
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43	18	19	20	21	22	23	24
44	25	26	27	28	29	30	31
45	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

AUD 350.8033

Multiples of: 1

OVR T2 N1 80-275S P TS QS

Surge arrester; Type 2; Poles: 1+N; In 8/20us: 80kA; -40÷80°C; IP20
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ABB

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6 to 16 Weeks

October 2026

October 2026
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40	27	28	29	30	1	2	3
41	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
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43	18	19	20	21	22	23	24
44	25	26	27	28	29	30	31
45	1	2	3	4	5	6	7

AUD 355.8295

Multiples of: 1

SPN900

Surge arrestor; Type 1+2; Poles: 3; 37.5kA; DIN; IP20; 1.5kV
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This product is classified as Large/Heavy, additional shipping charges may apply. A customer service representative may contact you after ordering to confirm exact shipping charges.

Hager

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6 to 16 Weeks

October 2026