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Schneider Surge Protection Device, Whole Home, 50kA, 120/240 VAC, 1 Phase, 3 Wire, SPD Type 1

Schneider Electric Whole Home Surge Protection Device 50kA 120/240V Single Phase Type 1 SPD

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Schneider Electric Whole Home Surge Protection Device 50kA 120/240V Single Phase Type 1 SPD

Professional whole home surge protection for residential electrical systems

The Schneider Electric Whole Home Surge Protection Device delivers comprehensive electrical protection with 50kA surge current capacity and Type 1 SPD classification. Designed for 120/240V single phase residential applications, this NEMA 2 rated device provides reliable protection against power surges and electrical disturbances. The compact 3.98" x 2.6" profile and 3-wire configuration ensure straightforward installation in residential electrical panels.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • 50kA Surge Current Capacity: Provides robust protection against high-energy electrical surges and lightning strikes for comprehensive whole home coverage.
  • Type 1 SPD Classification: Meets the highest surge protection device standards for installation at service entrance locations with maximum protection capability.
  • 120/240V Single Phase Operation: Specifically engineered for standard residential electrical systems with optimal voltage compatibility and performance.
  • NEMA 2 Enclosure Rating: Delivers reliable protection against dripping water and light dust ingress for dependable long-term operation.
  • 20kA Nominal Discharge Current: Engineered to handle repeated surge events while maintaining consistent protection performance over time.
  • 150V Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage: Ensures stable operation within normal voltage ranges while providing immediate surge response when needed.
  • 22kA Short Circuit Protection: Built-in overcurrent protection safeguards the device and connected electrical systems during fault conditions.

Technical Specifications

  • Ambient Air Temperature For Operation: 65-65 °C
  • Carbon Footprint: 75.594
  • Carbon Footprint Kg Co2 Eq Total Life Cycle: 75.594
  • China Rohs In Scope: No
  • Country Of Origin: Mexico
  • Device Type: Surge Protection and Power Conditioning - Surge Protection Devices
  • Distribution Carbon Footprint: 0.056278
  • End Of Life Carbon Footprint: 0.03983
  • Energy Efficiency Optimized: FALSE
  • Eoli Availability Display: Yes
  • Eu Rohs Directive: Compliant with Exemptions
  • Function Option: Standard
  • Function Option Id: STANDARD
  • Green Premium Status For Reporting: Green Premium product
  • H And D Domain: Safety
  • H And D Enrichment Assignment: yes
  • H And D Enrichment Class 3: Surge protection devices
  • H And D Enrichment Class 4: SPD Type 1
  • H And D Enrichment Function: SPD
  • H And D Subrange: SPD NEMA
  • Installation Carbon Footprint: 0.0050837
  • Legacy Weee Scope: In
  • Manufacturing Carbon Footprint: 0.063827
  • Market Segmentation: Residential
  • Market Segmentation Id: RESIDENTIAL
  • Mercury Free: Yes
  • Nema Degree Of Protection: NEMA 2
  • Nominal Discharge Current: 20 kA
  • Packaging Without Single Use Plastic: Yes
  • Phase: 1 phase
  • Product Availability: Stock - Normally stocked in distribution facility
  • Product Contributes To Saved And Avoided Emissions: No
  • Product Depth: 2.6 in
  • Product Height: 3.98 in
  • Product Or Component Type: surge protection device
  • Reach Compliance Directive: Reference contains Substances of Very High Concern above the threshold
  • Reach Full Compliance Status: Reference contains Substances of Very High Concern above the threshold
  • Reach Full Compliance Status Id: CONTAINS_SVHC
  • Reach Regulation: Reference contains Substances of Very High Concern above the threshold
  • Recycled Metal Content At Cr Level: 0%
  • Relationshiptype: Compatible relationship
  • Return Indicator: Y
  • Returnability: Yes
  • Rohs Eur Conformity Date: 2531
  • Rohs Eur Full Compliance Status: Compliant with Exemptions
  • Rohs Eur Full Compliance Status Id: COMPLIANT_WITH_EXEMPTIONS
  • Rohs Eur In Scope: Yes
  • Rohs Eur Status: Compliant with Exemptions
  • Rohs Exemption Information: Yes
  • Scope Perimeter: Outside of Europe
  • Serviceability: No
  • Short Circuit Protection: 22 kA
  • Surge Current: 50 kA
  • Take Back: No
  • Tier: 1
  • Tier Id: 1
  • Total Lifecycle Carbon Footprint: 76 kg CO2 eq.
  • Traceability: No
  • Uc Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage: 150 V
  • Use Carbon Footprint: 75.429
  • Wd Status: 1 - GSC certified
  • Wiring Configuration: 3-wire
  • Without Single Use Plastic: Yes
  • Department: Electrical

Professional Applications

  • Residential whole home surge protection systems
  • Single family home electrical service entrance protection
  • Multi-unit residential properties and condominiums
  • Small commercial facilities with residential-type electrical services
  • Home offices and professional workspaces
  • Residential backup power system protection

Why Choose Schneider Electric Quality?

Schneider Electric surge protection devices deliver proven reliability with NEMA 2 enclosure protection and comprehensive regulatory compliance including RoHS and Green Premium product status. The mercury-free design and sustainable packaging reflect environmental responsibility while maintaining the performance standards expected from professional electrical protection equipment.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Ambient Air Temperature For Operation:
65-65 °C
Carbon Footprint:
75.594
Carbon Footprint Kg Co2 Eq Total Life Cycle:
75.594
China Rohs In Scope:
No
Country Of Origin:
Mexico
Device Type:
Surge Protection and Power Conditioning - Surge Protection Devices
Distribution Carbon Footprint:
0.056278
End Of Life Carbon Footprint:
0.03983
Energy Efficiency Optimized:
FALSE
Eoli Availability Display:
Yes
Eu Rohs Directive:
Compliant with Exemptions
Function Option:
Standard
Green Premium Status For Reporting:
Green Premium product
H And D Domain:
Safety
H And D Enrichment Assignment:
yes
H And D Enrichment Class 3:
Surge protection devices
H And D Enrichment Class 4:
SPD Type 1
H And D Enrichment Function:
SPD
Installation Carbon Footprint:
0.0050837
Legacy Weee Scope:
In
Manufacturing Carbon Footprint:
0.063827
Market Segmentation:
Residential
Mercury Free:
Yes
Nema Degree Of Protection:
NEMA 2
Nominal Discharge Current:
20 kA
Packaging Without Single Use Plastic:
Yes
Phase:
1 phase
Product Availability:
Stock - Normally stocked in distribution facility
Product Contributes To Saved And Avoided Emissions:
No
Product Depth:
2.6 in
Product Height:
3.98 in
Product Or Component Type:
surge protection device
Reach Full Compliance Status:
Reference contains Substances of Very High Concern above the threshold
Recycled Metal Content At Cr Level:
0%
Relationshiptype:
Compatible relationship
Rohs Eur Conformity Date:
2531
Rohs Exemption Information:
Yes
Serviceability:
No
Short Circuit Protection:
22 kA
Surge Current:
50 kA
Take Back:
No
Tier:
1
Total Lifecycle Carbon Footprint:
76 kg CO2 eq.
Traceability:
No
Uc Maximum Continuous Operating Voltage:
150 V
Use Carbon Footprint:
75.429
Wd Status:
1 - GSC certified
Wiring Configuration:
3-wire
Without Single Use Plastic:
Yes
Department:
Electrical
Product Type:
surge protection device
Product Group:
Surge Protective Devices

Schneider QO250PSPD – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Which Schneider load centers does the 250PSPD surge protector go into, Homeline or QO?
Both, but you have to order the right one. The Homeline version is HOM250PSPD and the QO version is QO250PSPD. They are not interchangeable, so match the part to the panel bus you are plugging into. Check the panel label or the existing breakers before you order.
2) Will a 50kA whole home SPD work on a 120/240V single phase service?
That is exactly what it is built for. The Schneider 250PSPD is a 1 phase, 3-wire device rated 120/240 VAC, which is standard residential service with two hots, a neutral and ground. It will not suit a 3-phase panel.
3) What is the difference between a Type 1 and Type 2 SPD, and where can this one be installed?
Type 1 devices are permitted on the line side of the service disconnect, so they can go at the service entrance as well as inside the panel. Type 2 devices are load-side only. The Schneider 250PSPD carries the Type 1 classification, which gives you the wider choice of install point.
4) Can this SPD be mounted outdoors or in a wet location?
No. The enclosure rating is NEMA 2, which covers dripping water and light dust only. Keep it indoors or inside a weatherproof load center. For direct outdoor exposure you need a NEMA 3R or 4X rated assembly.
5) Is there room in my panel for this surge protector?
The device body measures 3.98 by 2.6 inches, so it is a compact two-pole footprint that mounts in the load center and leaves the dead front in place. Plan for two breaker spaces and a short lead run to the neutral bar.
6) What do the 50kA and 20kA numbers on this Schneider SPD actually mean for my house?
Two different ratings. The 50 kA surge current is the peak one-shot capacity, what it can take from a big transient like a nearby lightning strike. The 20 kA nominal discharge current is the level it can absorb repeatedly without degrading, which is the number that predicts service life on a line that sees frequent switching surges.
7) What short circuit current rating does this whole home surge protector need to be coordinated with?
It carries a 22 kA short circuit rating, so the available fault current at the point of installation must not exceed that. On typical residential services that is not a concern, but on a dense multi-family or small commercial service with a large utility transformer close by, verify the available fault current first.
8) Can this surge protective device be repaired or rebuilt after it takes a hit?
No. The 250PSPD is a non-serviceable unit. Once the protection elements are spent the device gets replaced, not opened up. For MRO stocking on a portfolio of units, that means keeping a spare of the matching Homeline or QO part on the shelf.
9) Does this Schneider surge device meet RoHS and sustainability reporting requirements for a green building spec?
It is classed a Green Premium product, RoHS compliant with exemptions, and mercury free, with packaging that contains no single use plastic. Total lifecycle carbon footprint is published at 76 kg CO2 eq. Note the REACH declaration states the reference contains Substances of Very High Concern above the threshold, which matters if your spec screens on SVHC content.
10) Is this whole home SPD suitable for apartment buildings or small commercial, or only single family homes?
It is segmented as a residential device, and it fits anywhere the service is 120/240V single phase, 3-wire. That covers single family, individual dwelling panels in multi-family and condos, and small commercial with a residential-type service. A 3-phase commercial service needs a different device entirely.
11) What is the MCOV on this device and why does it matter?
Maximum continuous operating voltage is 150 V per mode. That sits above the nominal 120 V line to neutral, so normal utility voltage swing will not push the device into conduction, and it clamps only when a real transient arrives.
12) Where is the Schneider 250PSPD surge protector made?
Country of origin is Mexico. That is the sourcing detail institutional and government buyers usually need for domestic preference or trade documentation.
How fast can I get the Schneider QO250PSPD delivered?
Most orders ship the same day from our distribution partners, with quick delivery throughout the continental U.S. Need it urgently? Contact Us for expedited shipping options.
Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes—ZenSupply offers a hassle-free return policy. If the product isn’t the right fit, reach out to our support team for a return authorization or setup a return by following our return instructions.
Does the Schneider QO250PSPD come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Schneider QO250PSPD is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
How do I get technical support or installation help for the Schneider QO250PSPD?
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