{"id":4533,"date":"2026-09-16T11:15:26","date_gmt":"2026-09-16T03:15:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/?p=4533"},"modified":"2026-09-16T11:15:30","modified_gmt":"2026-09-16T03:15:30","slug":"3-1-vs-4-0-spd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/de\/blog\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd\/","title":{"rendered":"3+1 vs 4+0 SPD: Unterschiede, Verdrahtung &amp; Auswahlhilfe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ein Vergleich zwischen 3+1- und 4+0-SPD beginnt oft mit dem \u00e4u\u00dferen Erscheinungsbild, da beide Konfigurationen von au\u00dfen nahezu identisch wirken k\u00f6nnen, insbesondere wenn sie vier DIN-Schienen-Module belegen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Elektrisch gesehen sind sie jedoch nicht identisch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Der Hauptunterschied liegt im <strong>\u00dcberspannungsschutzpfad<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ein typisches 3+1-\u00dcberspannungsschutzger\u00e4t verwendet drei Schutzpfade von den Au\u00dfenleitern zum Neutralleiter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>L1 \u2192 N<\/strong><br><strong>L2 \u2192 N<\/strong><br><strong>L3 \u2192 N<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">plus ein zus\u00e4tzlicher Schutzpfad:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>N \u2192 PE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eine typische 4+0-Konfiguration bietet stattdessen Schutzpfade, die direkt auf PE bezogen sind, \u00fcblicherweise:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>L1 \u2192 PE<\/strong><br><strong>L2 \u2192 PE<\/strong><br><strong>L3 \u2192 PE<\/strong><br><strong>N \u2192 PE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dieser Unterschied beeinflusst, wie die Sto\u00dfspannung zwischen Au\u00dfenleiter, Neutralleiter und Schutzleiter gesteuert wird, daher <strong>sollten 3+1 und 4+0 nicht einfach durch Z\u00e4hlen der Module oder Pole ausgew\u00e4hlt werden.<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Die korrekte Konfiguration h\u00e4ngt vom Erdungssystem, den erforderlichen Schutzmodi, dem Installationsort und der vom SPD-Hersteller angegebenen tats\u00e4chlichen internen Schaltung ab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Kurze Antwort:<\/strong> 3+1 wird \u00fcblicherweise in TT-Systemen verwendet und ist auch f\u00fcr TN-S-Systeme erh\u00e4ltlich. 4+0 wird h\u00e4ufig in geeigneten TN-S-Anwendungen eingesetzt. \u00dcberpr\u00fcfen Sie immer den Schaltplan und die geltenden Installationsanforderungen, anstatt davon auszugehen, dass jedes vierpolige SPD elektrisch gleichwertig ist.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3+1 vs. 4+0 SPD auf einen Blick<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Merkmal<\/th><th>3+1 SPD<\/th><th>4+0 SPD<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Typischer Phasen-Schutzpfad<\/td><td>L1-N, L2-N, L3-N<\/td><td>L1-PE, L2-PE, L3-PE<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Neutralleiterschutz<\/td><td>Getrennter N-PE-Pfad<\/td><td>N-PE-Pfad als Teil der 4-Pfad-Anordnung<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Typischer interner Aufbau<\/td><td>Varistoren (MOVs) an L-N + Schaltelement\/GDT an N-PE<\/td><td>H\u00e4ufig spannungsbegrenzende Elemente mit Bezug auf PE<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Direkter L-N-Schutz<\/td><td>Ja<\/td><td>Nicht zwingend als dediziertes L-N-Element<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Direkter L-PE-Pfad<\/td><td>\u00dcber koordinierten L-N + N-PE-Pfad<\/td><td>Ja<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>G\u00e4ngige Anwendung<\/td><td>TT- und einige TN-S-Systeme<\/td><td>TN-S-Systeme<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Physische Module<\/td><td>Oft 4<\/td><td>Oft 4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dasselbe wie \u201c4P\u201d?<\/td><td>Nicht automatisch<\/td><td>Nicht automatisch<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hauptauswahlkriterien<\/td><td>Erdungssystem + Schaltplan + Bemessungswerte<\/td><td>Erdungssystem + Schaltplan + Bemessungswerte<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Der wichtigste Punkt ist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Vier sichtbare Module geben keinen Aufschluss dar\u00fcber, ob ein SPD 3+1 oder 4+0 ist.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00dcberpr\u00fcfen Sie immer den Anschlussplan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Der Schl\u00fcssel zur Auswahl zwischen 3+1 und 4+0 SPD liegt im Verst\u00e4ndnis der internen Schutzpfade und nicht allein im Z\u00e4hlen der sichtbaren Module.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Was bedeutet 3+1 bei einem SPD?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In einem typischen Dreiphasen-Vierleiter-System <strong>3+1 SPD-Konfiguration<\/strong>, Die drei Au\u00dfenleiter sind gegen\u00fcber dem Neutralleiter gesch\u00fctzt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Die Schutzpfade sind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Schutzelement<\/th><th>Pfad<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Element 1<\/td><td>L1 \u2192 N<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Element 2<\/td><td>L2 \u2192 N<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Element 3<\/td><td>L3 \u2192 N<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zus\u00e4tzliches Element<\/td><td>N \u2192 PE<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-spd-wiring-protection-path-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"3+1 SPD wiring showing L1 L2 L3 to neutral and N to PE protection\" class=\"wp-image-4535\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-spd-wiring-protection-path-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-spd-wiring-protection-path-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-spd-wiring-protection-path-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-spd-wiring-protection-path-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-spd-wiring-protection-path-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-spd-wiring-protection-path-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-spd-wiring-protection-path.jpg 1672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ein typischer 3+1-\u00dcberspannungsschutz (SPD) verwendet drei Schutzpfade zwischen Phase und Neutralleiter sowie einen N-PE-Schutzpfad.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Die ersten drei Schutzelemente sind \u00fcblicherweise spannungsbegrenzende Bauteile wie <strong>MOV \u2013 Metalloxid-Varistoren<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Das zus\u00e4tzliche N-PE-Schutzelement ist \u00fcblicherweise ein <strong>Funkenstrecken- oder gasableiterbasiertes Schaltelement<\/strong>, abh\u00e4ngig vom Produktdesign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, KUANGYA&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/de\/produkt\/vsp3s40-type2-ac-spd\/\">3+1 Typ 2 AC-SPD von KUANGYA<\/a> verwendet drei MOV-Schutzpfade zwischen L1\/L2\/L3 und N sowie einen GDT-Schutzpfad zwischen N und PE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Legrand beschreibt seine 3P+N \/ 3+1-Konfiguration ebenfalls als Schutz f\u00fcr L-N und N-PE, wobei der Neutralleiter durch eine gekapselte Funkenstrecke gesch\u00fctzt ist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vereinfachte 3+1-Struktur<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>L1 \u2500\u2500&#91;MOV]\u2500\u2500\u2510\nL2 \u2500\u2500&#91;MOV]\u2500\u2500\u2524\nL3 \u2500\u2500&#91;MOV]\u2500\u2500\u2524\u2500\u2500 N \u2500\u2500&#91;GDT \/ switching element]\u2500\u2500 PE\n<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a simplified illustration. The actual internal circuit and protective technology must always be confirmed from the manufacturer&#8217;s datasheet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Was bedeutet 4+0 bei einem SPD?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eine typische <strong>4+0 SPD<\/strong> verwendet vier Schutzpfade mit Bezug zum Schutzleiter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eine \u00fcbliche Anordnung ist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>L1 \u2500\u2500&#91;SPD]\u2500\u2500 PE\nL2 \u2500\u2500&#91;SPD]\u2500\u2500 PE\nL3 \u2500\u2500&#91;SPD]\u2500\u2500 PE\nN  \u2500\u2500&#91;SPD]\u2500\u2500 PE\n<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/4-0-spd-wiring-protection-path-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"4+0 SPD wiring showing L1 L2 L3 and neutral protection to PE\" class=\"wp-image-4536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/4-0-spd-wiring-protection-path-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/4-0-spd-wiring-protection-path-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/4-0-spd-wiring-protection-path-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/4-0-spd-wiring-protection-path-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/4-0-spd-wiring-protection-path-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/4-0-spd-wiring-protection-path-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/4-0-spd-wiring-protection-path.jpg 1672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ein typischer 4+0-\u00dcberspannungsschutz (SPD) bietet separate Schutzpfade mit Bezug auf PE.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In dieser Konfiguration verf\u00fcgen die drei Phasen und der Neutralleiter jeweils \u00fcber einen Schutzpfad gegen PE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, KUANGYA&#8217;s VSP1S40 4+0 model is intended for TN-S systems and provides L-PE and N-PE protection modes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DEHN bezeichnet seine vierpfadigen TN-S-Modelle ebenfalls als <strong>4+0-Konfigurationen<\/strong>, w\u00e4hrend das Unternehmen separate 3+1-Produkte f\u00fcr TT- und TN-S-Systeme anbietet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hier m\u00fcssen K\u00e4ufer jedoch vorsichtig sein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Verschiedene Hersteller verwenden Begriffe wie:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4P<\/strong><br><strong>3P+N<\/strong><br><strong>4+0<\/strong><br><strong>3+1<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">in Katalogtiteln auf leicht unterschiedliche Weise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Daher:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bestimmen Sie die interne SPD-Topologie nicht allein anhand des Produktnamens. Pr\u00fcfen Sie den Schaltplan.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3+1 vs. 4+0: Was ist der tats\u00e4chliche Unterschied?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Der eigentliche Unterschied liegt nicht in der Anzahl der Module.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Er liegt darin, <strong>wo die Sto\u00dfspannung begrenzt und wo der Sto\u00dfstrom abgeleitet wird.<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-wiring-diagram-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"3+1 vs 4+0 SPD wiring diagram comparison\" class=\"wp-image-4539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-wiring-diagram-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-wiring-diagram-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-wiring-diagram-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-wiring-diagram-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-wiring-diagram-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-wiring-diagram-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-wiring-diagram.jpg 1672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Der Hauptunterschied zwischen 3+1- und 4+0-SPD-Konfigurationen ist der interne Schutzpfad, nicht die Anzahl der sichtbaren Module.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3+1-Konfiguration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eine 3+1-Konfiguration bietet direkten Schutz zwischen:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>L1-N<\/strong><br><strong>L2-N<\/strong><br><strong>L3-N<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">gefolgt von einem separaten Pfad zwischen:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>N-PE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dies bietet einen direkten Au\u00dfenleiter-Neutralleiter-Schutz f\u00fcr Lasten, die zwischen Phase und Neutralleiter angeschlossen sind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4+0-Konfiguration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eine typische 4+0-Anordnung bietet einen direkten Schutz zwischen den aktiven Leitern und dem PE:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>L1-PE<\/strong><br><strong>L2-PE<\/strong><br><strong>L3-PE<\/strong><br><strong>N-PE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The line-to-neutral voltage may also be influenced during a surge through the combined operation of protection elements, but this is not the same topology as providing a dedicated L-N protective element.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is why two SPDs with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>four modules,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the same Uc,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the same In,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and the same Imax<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">can still have very different internal circuits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Mode vs Differential Mode Surge Protection<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Verstehen <strong>common-mode and differential-mode surge voltage<\/strong> makes the 3+1 vs 4+0 difference easier to understand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Differential-mode surge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A differential-mode surge appears between active conductors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beispiele hierf\u00fcr sind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>L-N<\/strong><br><strong>L1-L2<\/strong><br><strong>L2-L3<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a single-phase load connected between L and N, the L-N voltage is particularly important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A typical 3+1 topology provides a direct L-N protective path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common-mode surge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A common-mode surge appears between an active conductor and earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beispiele hierf\u00fcr sind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>L1-PE<\/strong><br><strong>L2-PE<\/strong><br><strong>L3-PE<\/strong><br><strong>N-PE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lightning-induced transients can create significant common-mode voltage relative to earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A typical 4+0 configuration provides direct active-conductor-to-PE paths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 3+1 configuration handles the surge through its coordinated L-N and N-PE protection network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, when comparing SPDs, asking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cHow many poles does it have?\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">is less useful than asking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cWhich protection modes does it provide?\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spd-common-mode-vs-differential-mode-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"SPD common mode vs differential mode surge protection paths\" class=\"wp-image-4540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spd-common-mode-vs-differential-mode-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spd-common-mode-vs-differential-mode-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spd-common-mode-vs-differential-mode-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spd-common-mode-vs-differential-mode-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spd-common-mode-vs-differential-mode-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spd-common-mode-vs-differential-mode-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/spd-common-mode-vs-differential-mode.jpg 1672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Differential-mode surges occur between active conductors, while common-mode surges occur between active conductors and earth.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Does a 3+1 SPD Use a Separate N-PE Element?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the most important differences buyers notice when opening a 3+1 SPD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The N-PE module may look different from the three L-N modules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is not necessarily a manufacturing inconsistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It may use a different protection technology because it performs a different electrical function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many 3+1 designs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>L-N = MOV<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">while:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>N-PE = GDT or spark-gap-based element<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DEHN, for example, offers dedicated N-PE spark-gap arresters intended for 1+1 and 3+1 configurations in TT systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">KUANGYA&#8217;s Type 2 3+1 AC SPD similarly uses MOV protection between the phases and neutral, with a GDT between neutral and PE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One advantage of a suitable switching N-PE element is that it does not create the same continuous leakage path between N and PE as a permanently voltage-limiting element might.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, the exact technology, follow-current capability, TOV behavior and ratings remain product-specific.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Never assume that every 3+1 SPD uses exactly the same internal components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3+1 or 4+0 SPD for a TT System?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For 3+1 vs 4+0 SPD selection, the earthing system is one of the most important factors to confirm. For a typical IEC-based TT earthing system, a 3+1 configuration is widely used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a TT system:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the supply neutral is earthed at the source;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the installation has its own protective-earth arrangement;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>N and PE remain separate within the installation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 3+1 SPD provides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>L1 \u2192 N<\/strong><br><strong>L2 \u2192 N<\/strong><br><strong>L3 \u2192 N<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">plus:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>N \u2192 PE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This topology is commonly used to coordinate surge protection with the TT earthing arrangement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DEHN&#8217;s technical guidance shows the 3+1 circuit for TT systems, and current DEHN products are specifically offered for TT and TN-S installations using this configuration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">But do not use one sentence as a universal rule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is tempting to remember:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TT = 3+1<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is useful as a starting point, but it is not a complete SPD specification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You must still check:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>installation location,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>position relative to the RCD,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>local electrical regulations,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>system voltage,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uc,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In \/ Imax \/ Iimp,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>short-circuit conditions,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Backup-Schutz,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and the manufacturer&#8217;s connection diagram.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3+1 or 4+0 SPD for a TN-S System?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TN-S systems have separate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>N \u2014 Neutral<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">und<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>PE \u2014 Protective Earth<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">conductors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both 3+1 and suitable 4+0 products can be found for TN-S applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, DEHN currently offers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dehn-international.com\/en\/products\/red-line\/dehnguard-md\" rel=\"noopener\">4+0 products specifically for TN-S<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">und:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dehn-international.com\/en\/products\/red-line\/dehnguard-md\" rel=\"noopener\">3+1 products for TT and TN-S systems<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">KUANGYA follows a similar product distinction: the VSP1S40 4+0 version is specified for TN-S, while the corresponding 3+1 configuration is available for TT and TN-S systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, it is not technically correct to say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cTN-S always needs 4+0.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">oder:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201c3+1 is only for TT.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, the required protection modes, installation rules and manufacturer-approved configuration should determine the selection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"852\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tt-vs-tns-spd-3-1-4-0-852x1024.jpg\" alt=\"TT and TN-S earthing systems with 3+1 and 4+0 SPD configurations\" class=\"wp-image-4541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tt-vs-tns-spd-3-1-4-0-852x1024.jpg 852w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tt-vs-tns-spd-3-1-4-0-250x300.jpg 250w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tt-vs-tns-spd-3-1-4-0-768x923.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tt-vs-tns-spd-3-1-4-0-10x12.jpg 10w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tt-vs-tns-spd-3-1-4-0-300x361.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tt-vs-tns-spd-3-1-4-0-600x721.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/tt-vs-tns-spd-3-1-4-0.jpg 1144w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 852px) 100vw, 852px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">3+1 is commonly used in TT systems and is also available for TN-S, while suitable 4+0 products are commonly used in TN-S applications.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What About TN-C and TN-C-S Systems?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where pole-count mistakes become particularly common.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TN-C<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a TN-C section of an installation, neutral and protective-earth functions are combined in a single:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>PEN conductor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A typical three-phase arrangement therefore uses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>L1-PEN<\/strong><br><strong>L2-PEN<\/strong><br><strong>L3-PEN<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">often described as a <strong>3+0 configuration<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no separate N conductor and PE conductor at that point, so a separate N-PE protection path would not describe the conductor arrangement correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TN-C-S<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A TN-C-S installation contains two different sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before the PEN conductor is separated:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TN-C principles apply.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After PEN is separated into:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>N + PE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">the downstream section behaves as TN-S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Daher:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The correct SPD configuration depends on where the SPD is installed relative to the PEN separation point.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not select a 3P or 4P SPD simply because the overall building supply is described as TN-C-S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check the actual conductor arrangement at the SPD installation point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can You Tell Whether an SPD Is 3+1 or 4+0?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The easiest way to identify a 3+1 vs 4+0 SPD configuration is to check the manufacturer&#8217;s wiring diagram rather than count the cartridges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-identify-3-1-4-0-spd-960x1024.jpg\" alt=\"How to identify 3+1 and 4+0 SPD from wiring diagram\" class=\"wp-image-4542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-identify-3-1-4-0-spd-960x1024.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-identify-3-1-4-0-spd-281x300.jpg 281w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-identify-3-1-4-0-spd-768x819.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-identify-3-1-4-0-spd-11x12.jpg 11w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-identify-3-1-4-0-spd-300x320.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-identify-3-1-4-0-spd-600x640.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/how-to-identify-3-1-4-0-spd.jpg 1214w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The wiring diagram is more reliable than the module count when identifying 3+1 and 4+0 SPD topology.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look at the wiring diagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A typical 3+1 diagram shows:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>L1 \u2500\u2500 SPD \u2500\u2500 N\nL2 \u2500\u2500 SPD \u2500\u2500 N\nL3 \u2500\u2500 SPD \u2500\u2500 N\nN  \u2500\u2500 SPD \u2500\u2500 PE\n<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look for three phase-to-neutral paths plus one neutral-to-earth path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The N-PE element may also have a different symbol from the L-N elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A typical 4+0 diagram shows:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>L1 \u2500\u2500 SPD \u2500\u2500 PE\nL2 \u2500\u2500 SPD \u2500\u2500 PE\nL3 \u2500\u2500 SPD \u2500\u2500 PE\nN  \u2500\u2500 SPD \u2500\u2500 PE\n<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look for four protection paths referenced toward PE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buyer tip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When requesting a quotation, do not write only:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cNeed 4P SPD.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, provide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>System:<\/strong> 230\/400 V AC<br><strong>Earthing system:<\/strong> TT \/ TN-S \/ TN-C \/ TN-C-S<br><strong>Required SPD type:<\/strong> Type 1 \/ Type 2 \/ Type 1+2<br><strong>Topology:<\/strong> 3+1 \/ 4+0 if known<br><strong>Uc:<\/strong> required value<br><strong>In \/ Imax \/ Iimp:<\/strong> required values<br><strong>Remote signal:<\/strong> Ja \/ Nein<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This greatly reduces the chance of receiving a product with the correct number of modules but the wrong internal connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is a 3+1 SPD Better Than a 4+0 SPD?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Neither topology is universally \u201cbetter.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They solve surge-protection paths differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A correctly selected 4+0 SPD can be appropriate for a suitable TN-S application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A correctly selected 3+1 SPD can be appropriate for TT and suitable TN-S applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The important question is not:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Which one is stronger?<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sie lautet:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Which topology matches the electrical network and the protection modes required at this installation point?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Performance must then be evaluated using the actual electrical specifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dazu geh\u00f6ren:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Parameter<\/th><th>What to check<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Uc<\/td><td>Maximale Dauerspannung<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nach oben<\/td><td>Spannungsschutzpegel<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Unter<\/td><td>Nennableitsto\u00dfstrom<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Imax<\/td><td>Maximum discharge current for applicable Type 2 products<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Iimp<\/td><td>Lightning impulse current for applicable Type 1 products<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Isccr \/ short-circuit rating<\/td><td>Compatibility with available fault current<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Back-up-Schutz<\/td><td>Required fuse or circuit breaker<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>TOV performance<\/td><td>Behavior under temporary overvoltage<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fernmeldekontakt<\/td><td>Whether remote monitoring is required<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not judge SPD performance simply by the largest kA number on the label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is 3+1 the Same as Type 3 + Type 1?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is an easy naming mistake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3+1 describes the SPD protection topology.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It does not mean:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Type 3 + Type 1.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are unsure about the difference between SPD classifications, see our guide to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/de\/blog\/type-1-2-or-3-spd-where-to-place-them-for-optimal-solar-pv-and-ev-charging-protection\/\">Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3 SPDs<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SPD classification and topology are separate characteristics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AC power SPDs are covered by <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/webstore.iec.ch\/en\/publication\/65314\" rel=\"noopener\">IEC 61643-11<\/a><\/strong>, which specifies performance and safety requirements, tests and ratings for surge protective devices connected to AC low-voltage power systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, a 3+1 SPD may be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Typ 1<\/strong><br><strong>Typ 2<\/strong><br>oder<br><strong>Typ 1+2<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">depending on its tested performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Likewise, a 4+0 product can also be offered in different SPD Types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Daher:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3+1 tells you how the protection paths are arranged. Type 1, Type 2 and Type 1+2 tell you about the SPD&#8217;s test classification and surge-current duty.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Replace a 3+1 SPD With a 4+0 SPD?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if both products have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>four modules,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the same nominal voltage,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the same Imax,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>and the same DIN-rail width,<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">their protection modes can be different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before replacing one topology with another, verify:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the earthing system;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the installation point;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>L, N, PE and PEN arrangement;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>required protection modes;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uc;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In, Imax and\/or Iimp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>short-circuit rating;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>backup protection;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>RCD coordination;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>manufacturer-approved wiring.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The replacement should be based on the complete electrical design, not only mechanical compatibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Pole Count Alone Can Be Misleading<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Circuit breakers and SPDs should not be interpreted in exactly the same way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A four-pole circuit breaker normally refers to conductors passing through switching\/protection poles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An SPD generally works <strong>in parallel with the circuit<\/strong> and provides a temporary low-impedance surge path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So \u201cfour-pole SPD\u201d does not automatically tell you everything about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>internal protection elements;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>L-N protection;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>N-PE protection;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MOV versus GDT technology;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>earthing-system compatibility;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>or SPD Type.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are unfamiliar with this difference, see our guide <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/de\/blog\/why-spd-connected-in-parallel\/\">Warum wird ein \u00dcberspannungsschutzger\u00e4t (SPD) parallel statt in Reihe geschaltet?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The circuit diagram remains more important than the number of visible modules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6 Common Mistakes When Choosing 3+1 and 4+0 SPDs<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mistake 1: Choosing by the number of modules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Four cartridges do not automatically mean a particular topology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check the internal diagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mistake 2: Assuming every 4P SPD is 3+1<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A four-module product can use different internal protection arrangements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201c4P\u201d and \u201c3+1\u201d should not be treated as synonyms without checking the manufacturer&#8217;s circuit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mistake 3: Assuming 3+1 is only for TT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">3+1 products are widely used for TT, but manufacturers such as DEHN and KUANGYA also specify certain 3+1 products for TN-S systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mistake 4: Ignoring the PEN split in TN-C-S<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The network arrangement before and after the PEN separation point is different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Confirm where the SPD will actually be installed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mistake 5: Selecting by Imax alone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A 40 kA SPD is not automatically more suitable than a 20 kA product simply because the number is larger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Topology, SPD Type, Uc, Up, In, Iimp, fault-current conditions and coordination must all be considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mistake 6: Forgetting backup protection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SPD&#8217;s surge-current rating is not the same thing as the rating of its backup fuse or circuit breaker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not calculate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Imax 40 kA = 40 A backup fuse.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Das ist nicht korrekt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Backup protection must be selected according to the manufacturer requirements and the installation&#8217;s overcurrent and prospective short-circuit conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a detailed explanation, see our guide <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/de\/blog\/spd-backup-fuse\/\">SPD-Vorsicherung: 7 Regeln f\u00fcr die korrekte Auswahl<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Installation Still Matters After Choosing the Correct Topology<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SPD selection and installation should also follow applicable requirements such as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/webstore.iec.ch\/en\/publication\/104394\" rel=\"noopener\">IEC 60364-5-53<\/a><\/strong> and local electrical regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep SPD connection conductors short<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During a fast surge event, conductor inductance creates additional voltage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Long or looped connecting wires can therefore increase the effective voltage reaching the protected equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the shortest practical routing permitted by the installation design and applicable requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Connect N, PE and PEN correctly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Never create an unauthorized N-PE connection simply to make SPD wiring easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is particularly important in TT and TN-C-S systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The neutral, PE and PEN arrangement is part of the earthing system itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check backup protection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SPD manufacturer may specify:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a maximum upstream fuse;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a dedicated backup fuse;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a circuit breaker;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>or conditions where existing upstream protection is sufficient.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow the product data rather than estimating the backup device from In or Imax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consider RCD coordination<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In installations containing RCDs or RCCBs, SPD location and topology can affect the current path during transient or fault conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TT systems require particular attention to the relationship among:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SPD + RCD + N + PE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow the applicable installation rules and manufacturer guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3+1 vs 4+0 SPD Selection Checklist<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-selection-checklist-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"3+1 vs 4+0 SPD selection checklist for TT and TN-S systems\" class=\"wp-image-4543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-selection-checklist-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-selection-checklist-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-selection-checklist-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-selection-checklist-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-selection-checklist-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-selection-checklist-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/3-1-vs-4-0-spd-selection-checklist.jpg 1672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Correct SPD selection requires checking the earthing system, protection topology, voltage ratings and installation conditions.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before ordering or approving an AC SPD, confirm the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Siehe<\/th><th>Frage<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Systemspannung<\/td><td>Is it 230\/400 V, 120\/208 V or another system?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Frequenz<\/td><td>50 Hz or 60 Hz?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Erdungssystem<\/td><td>TT, TN-S, TN-C, TN-C-S or IT?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Installation point<\/td><td>Before or after the PEN split?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Neutral<\/td><td>Is N distributed at the SPD location?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PE\/PEN<\/td><td>Is the protective conductor PE or PEN?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Topologie<\/td><td>3+0, 4+0, 3+1 or another configuration?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Schutzmodi<\/td><td>L-N, L-PE, N-PE and\/or L-L?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SPD-Typ<\/td><td>Type 1, Type 2 or Type 1+2?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Uc<\/td><td>Is the maximum continuous voltage suitable?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nach oben<\/td><td>Is the protection level suitable for downstream equipment?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>In \/ Imax<\/td><td>Are the Type 2 discharge ratings suitable?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Iimp<\/td><td>If Type 1 is required, is Iimp specified?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Short-circuit rating<\/td><td>Is the SPD compatible with available fault current?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Backup device<\/td><td>Is the required fuse\/MCB confirmed?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>TOV<\/td><td>Is temporary-overvoltage behavior specified?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Remote signal<\/td><td>Is remote monitoring required?<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wiring diagram<\/td><td>Has the actual manufacturer circuit been checked?<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A buyer who completes this checklist is much less likely to purchase the wrong SPD simply because two products look similar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Example: Comparing Two Four-Module SPDs<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider two Type 2 AC SPDs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SPD A<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Four visible modules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>230\/400 V system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In = 20 kA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Imax = 40 kA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3+1-Topologie<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Internal paths:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>L1-N\nL2-N\nL3-N\nN-PE\n<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SPD B<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Four visible modules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>230\/400 V system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In = 20 kA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Imax = 40 kA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4+0 topology<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Internal paths:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>L1-PE\nL2-PE\nL3-PE\nN-PE\n<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the front, these two devices may appear very similar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Their surge-current ratings may even be identical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But their protection topology is different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Same voltage + same kA + same number of modules does not mean the SPDs are electrically interchangeable.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KUANGYA 3+1 and 4+0 AC SPD Options<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">KUANGYA offers a range of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cnkuangya.com\/de\/ac-dc\/\">AC-\u00dcberspannungsschutzger\u00e4te<\/a><\/strong> for different low-voltage distribution systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, the VSP1S40 Type 2 series includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Konfiguration<\/th><th>Typical network application<\/th><th>Protection arrangement<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>3+0<\/td><td>TN-C<\/td><td>L-PEN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4+0<\/td><td>TN-S<\/td><td>L-PE \/ N-PE<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1+1<\/td><td>TT \/ TN-S single phase<\/td><td>L-N + N-PE<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3+1<\/td><td>TT \/ TN-S three phase<\/td><td>L1\/L2\/L3-N + N-PE<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 3+1 design uses high-energy MOV elements for the L-N paths together with a GDT in the N-PE path, while the 4+0 version uses a different protection arrangement suited to its declared network application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When requesting a model, provide the actual:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>network voltage + earthing system + SPD Type + required surge ratings + remote contact requirement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">rather than ordering only by the number of poles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">H\u00e4ufig gestellte Fragen<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is a 3+1 SPD a four-pole SPD?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Physically, a 3+1 SPD may use four positions or modules, but \u201c3+1\u201d describes the protection topology rather than merely the mechanical pole count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check the product wiring diagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is 3+1 better than 4+0?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not universally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The correct choice depends on the earthing system, required protection modes, installation rules and product design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A correctly selected 4+0 device can be suitable for TN-S applications, while 3+1 is widely used in TT and also in suitable TN-S systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is the fourth module different in a 3+1 SPD?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many 3+1 designs, the three phase-to-neutral protection elements use MOV technology, while the N-PE path uses a GDT or spark gap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fourth module therefore performs a different electrical function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I use a 3+1 SPD in a TN-S system?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Potentially, yes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Manufacturers including DEHN and KUANGYA offer 3+1 products declared for TT and TN-S applications. Final selection should still follow the product datasheet and applicable installation requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I use a 4+0 SPD in a TT system?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not assume that a generic 4+0 product is suitable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TT systems require careful consideration of the protection arrangement, N-PE path, RCD location and applicable installation requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use an SPD specifically declared by the manufacturer for the intended TT configuration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does 3+1 mean Type 3 + Type 1?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">3+1 is a connection topology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Type 1, Type 2 and Type 3 are SPD classifications associated with different test and application requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They are separate concepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is a 4P SPD always a 4+0 SPD?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Manufacturers may use terms such as 4P, 3P+N, 3+1 and 4+0 differently in short product descriptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always verify the internal wiring diagram and declared protection modes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should I check first when choosing between 3+1 and 4+0?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start with the <strong>earthing system and actual conductor arrangement at the installation point<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then check:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>protection topology \u2192 SPD Type \u2192 Uc \u2192 Up \u2192 surge-current ratings \u2192 short-circuit conditions \u2192 backup protection \u2192 installation requirements.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not start with the largest kA value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schlussfolgerung<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most important point in a 3+1 vs 4+0 SPD comparison is that the difference is not simply the number of modules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A typical 3+1 SPD provides three phase-to-neutral protection paths plus a separate neutral-to-earth path:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>L1-N + L2-N + L3-N + N-PE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A typical 4+0 SPD instead provides four protection paths referenced toward PE:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>L1-PE + L2-PE + L3-PE + N-PE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">3+1 is widely used in TT systems and can also be used in suitable TN-S applications. 4+0 is commonly available for TN-S systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, the earthing system alone is not the complete specification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before selecting an SPD, verify the actual wiring diagram, protection modes, Uc, Up, In, Imax or Iimp, short-circuit conditions, backup protection and manufacturer installation requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most useful rule is simple:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do not choose an SPD by counting modules. Choose it by checking the network, protection paths and electrical ratings.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sources Reviewed<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Technical references used to verify the concepts in this guide include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>IEC\/EN 61643-11<\/strong> \u2014 Low-voltage surge protective devices for AC power systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>IEC 60364-5-53<\/strong> \u2014 Selection and erection of electrical equipment, including SPD connection and application principles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>DEHN<\/strong> \u2014 Technical documentation for 3+1 TT\/TN-S and 4+0 TN-S surge arrester configurations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Legrand<\/strong> \u2014 Technical documentation identifying 3P+N \/ 3+1 L-N and N-PE protection modes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>KUANGYA<\/strong> \u2014 VSP1S40 Type 2 AC SPD technical data and internal connection configurations.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A 3+1 vs 4+0 SPD comparison often starts with appearance, because both configurations may look almost identical from the outside, especially when they occupy four DIN-rail modules. But electrically, they are not the same. The main difference is the surge protection path. 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