Surge protection on Mallorca: why it is indispensable

Surge protection on Mallorca: why it is indispensable

Mallorca not only stands for sun, beach and sea, but also for the increasing use of sustainable energy solutions such as solar systems and electromobility. However, with the increasing spread of modern technologies, the need for comprehensive protection of these investments is also growing. Surge protection and lightning conductors are essential to prevent expensive damage and ensure the longevity of the systems.

Elektro Eggert relies on the high-quality components from DEHN, a leading manufacturer of surge protection and lightning protection solutions. In this article, you will learn why surge protection is so important in Mallorca in particular, how it works with solar systems and e-mobility charging stations and what advantages it offers for your investments.

Why is surge protection so important on Mallorca?

Mallorca is an island that is not only characterized by plenty of sunshine, but also by weather-related challenges. Especially in the fall and winter months, there are frequent thunderstorms with strong lightning strikes. These can cause considerable damage to electrical systems. But the salty air, high temperatures and strong UV radiation also affect the systems.

Surge protection is therefore an essential measure to ensure the functionality and safety of your systems. Indirect overvoltages, such as those caused by lightning strikes within a radius of up to two kilometers, or voltage peaks caused by switching operations in the power grid can endanger your systems.

A well thought-out surge protection concept not only protects your devices, but also ensures the profitability of your investment – be it a photovoltaic system, a heat pump or a wallbox for electric vehicles.

Surge protection for solar systems: safety for sustainable energy

Solar systems are particularly popular on Mallorca, as they convert the abundant solar energy into environmentally friendly electricity. However, these systems are particularly susceptible to lightning strikes and surges due to their exposed position on roofs.

What is important?

• Lightning protection systems:
  The installation of a lightning conductor is the first step in diverting direct lightning strikes and preventing damage.

• Surge protective devices:
  Surge arresters should also be installed to protect electrical devices from indirect damage. According to DIN VDE 0100-443 and DIN VDE 0100-534, these protective devices must be installed in new or extended systems.

• High-quality components from DEHN:
  Elektro Eggert works with reliable surge protection solutions from DEHN. These products offer an optimum combination of protection and durability, specially developed for solar installations in demanding environments such as Mallorca.

• Additional protection for longer cables:
  If the cable length between the solar modules and the inverter is more than 10 meters, additional overvoltage protection near the inverter is recommended.

These measures ensure that your solar system works reliably even during thunderstorms or voltage peaks.

Surge protection for e-mobility charging stations

The demand for electric vehicles and charging solutions such as wallboxes is also steadily increasing on Mallorca. A wallbox offers a practical way to charge your electric car at home, but also needs to be protected against overvoltage.

Protection concept for wallboxes:

• New circuit:
  Wallboxes are often supplied via a new circuit from the main meter distribution board. If no surge arrester is installed there, it must be retrofitted in accordance with DIN VDE 0100-443.

• Note cable lengths:
  If the cable length between the main distribution board and the wallbox exceeds 10 meters, additional type 2 surge protection directly on the wallbox is recommended (DIN VDE 0100-722).

• Flexible solutions from DEHN:
  With products such as the DEHNcube EMOB, DEHN offers space-saving solutions for the protection of wallboxes that can be optimally integrated even where space is limited.

• Communication line protection:
  If the wallbox is connected to the Internet or Ethernet, appropriate surge protection should be installed for the data lines to prevent interference or data loss.

Why Elektro Eggert is your expert for surge protection on Mallorca

Elektro Eggert combines technical expertise with high-quality components from DEHN to develop customized solutions for your requirements. Whether solar systems, wall boxes or other modern building technology – we ensure that your investments are optimally protected.

Your advantages with Elektro Eggert:

• Many years of experience in the field of surge protection and lightning protection
• Individual advice and planning on site in Mallorca
• Use of the best DEHN products for maximum safety
• Complete solutions from installation to maintenance

Conclusion: Surge protection protects your investments on Mallorca

Whether photovoltaic systems or charging solutions for electric vehicles – surge protection is an indispensable measure to protect your investments from damage and ensure their long-term efficiency.

A comprehensive protection concept is essential, especially in Mallorca, where the natural conditions pose particular challenges. With Elektro Eggert and the high-quality products from DEHN, you are ideally equipped to make your home or commercial facility safe and future-proof.

Contact Elektro Eggert today and benefit from our expertise in the field of surge protection on Mallorca!