IEEE P62.42.1/D4, Oct 2015
Part 1 Gas Discharge Tubes (GDTs)
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P62.42.1/D4, Oct 2015 is a technical standard focused on Part 1 Gas Discharge Tubes (GDTs) within power, energy, and industrial component applications. It is relevant for specifying the characteristics and use conditions of these protection devices, helping engineers and purchasers align on performance expectations. In practice, P62.42.1/D4, Oct 2015 supports clearer design and procurement decisions where surge protection and controlled discharge behavior are important.
What is P62.42.1/D4, Oct 2015?
This standard defines the technical context for gas discharge tubes used in electrical and electronic protection circuits. As part 1, it typically addresses the foundational requirements or framework for GDTs rather than a broader system-level application. P62.42.1/D4, Oct 2015 is useful when comparing device suitability, reviewing engineering requirements, or confirming that a component meets the intended specification for discharge, insulation, and protective performance in power-related assemblies.
Where is P62.42.1/D4, Oct 2015 used?
P62.42.1/D4, Oct 2015 is commonly applied in equipment and systems that use gas discharge tubes for transient protection, especially where electrical noise, switching surges, or high-energy events may affect reliability. Typical use cases may include industrial control hardware, power distribution interfaces, communications equipment, and other component-level designs that rely on GDTs. It is most relevant to engineers, specifiers, and buyers working with protective components in energy and industrial electronics.
Why is P62.42.1/D4, Oct 2015 important?
This standard helps reduce ambiguity when selecting or evaluating gas discharge tubes, which can improve consistency across design, testing, and procurement. P62.42.1/D4, Oct 2015 supports more reliable product comparisons and helps ensure that protection components are matched to their intended electrical duties. For teams working with surge protection, that clarity can lower risk, support compliance efforts, and improve confidence in long-term equipment performance.
- Gas discharge tube technical context
- Part 1 framework for GDTs
- Power and industrial component applications
- Protection device specification and review
- Testing and procurement reference
- Publication Date: 2015
- Standard Status: Inactive
- Publisher: IEEE
- Subject: Power, Energy and Industry Applications; Components, Circuits, Devices and Systems
- Official IEEE: Doi link
- New Version Available: P62.42.1 (2016)
- This Version: P62.42.1 (2015)
- Previous Version: P62.42.1 (2014)
- Previous Version: P62.42.1 (2014)
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