IEEE C62.1-1989
Carbide Surge Arresters for AC Power Circuits
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C62.1-1989 addresses carbide surge arresters for AC power circuits, providing a technical reference for protecting electrical systems against overvoltage events. As a standard in the power, energy, and industry applications field, it is relevant to equipment that must withstand switching and lightning-induced surges without compromising insulation or service continuity. C62.1-1989 helps define the expected characteristics of these arresters so engineers, purchasers, and maintenance teams can align on a consistent basis for evaluation and use.
About C62.1-1989
This standard focuses on carbide surge arresters intended for alternating-current power circuits. In practical terms, it is concerned with the design and performance expectations for devices used to limit surge voltage and support protection of electrical infrastructure. C62.1-1989 is useful when comparing product suitability, reviewing technical requirements, or checking whether an arrester type fits a specific AC power application. Its value lies in giving a shared framework for materials, ratings, and expected protective behavior.
Where is C62.1-1989 used?
C62.1-1989 is most applicable in AC power installations where surge protection is needed for electrical apparatus, distribution equipment, and related power circuit components. It may be used by utilities, industrial plants, and engineering teams working with legacy protection schemes that still reference carbide arrester technology. The standard supports specification and selection work for systems where overvoltage control is important to reduce equipment stress and maintain reliable operation under transient conditions.
Importance in practice
In practice, C62.1-1989 helps create consistency in how carbide surge arresters are understood, specified, and assessed. That matters for procurement, because buyers need a stable reference when comparing devices for AC power circuits. It also supports engineering review and testing by clarifying what performance and protective behavior should be expected. For installed systems, using a clear standard can reduce risk, improve safety coordination, and help avoid mismatches between arrester capability and circuit requirements.
- Carbide surge arresters for AC circuits
- Overvoltage protection reference
- Legacy power system application
- Technical basis for selection and review
- Publication Date: 1990
- Standard Status: Inactive
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Power, Energy and Industry Applications
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