Surge protection unit with Forked Wire Kit WSPD240Kit1
The WSPD240KIT1 is a 2-pole Type 2 Surge Protection Device supplied with pre-wired forked leads (L, N, and Earth) for quick and tidy connections. Rated at 40kA, it protects against transient overvoltages caused by lightning and switching surges, safeguarding sensitive electronic equipment and keeping your installation compliant with BS 7671...
The WSPD240KIT1 is a 2-pole Type 2 Surge Protection Device supplied with pre-wired forked leads (L, N, and Earth) for quick and tidy connections. Rated at 40kA, it protects against transient overvoltages caused by lightning and switching surges, safeguarding sensitive electronic equipment and keeping your installation compliant with BS 7671 and the 18th Edition wiring regulations.
Supplied as a complete kit, it’s an ideal choice when you want a fast, no-fuss SPD install without occupying extra terminals.
- Complete kit: SPD supplied with live, neutral, and earth forked leads
- Quick install: Pre-terminated wires save time on site
- 2-pole protection: Covers live and neutral conductors
- High surge rating: 20kA nominal, 40kA max discharge
- Compliance: BS 7671 & 18th Edition Amendment 2 ready
What’s included with this SPD kit?
The WSPD240KIT1 comes with a Type 2 SPD plus live, neutral, and earth forked leads for quick connection.
When should I choose this kit instead of the busbar version?
Use the forked wire kit when you need fast plug-and-play wiring without using up distribution board terminals. The busbar kit is better when wiring multiple SPDs neatly into place.
Is this SPD 18th Edition compliant?
Yes - it meets BS 7671 and 18th Edition Amendment 2 requirements for surge protection in domestic and commercial installs.
- Type: Type 2 SPD
- Poles: 2P (L + N)
- Nominal discharge current (In): 20kA
- Max discharge current (Imax): 40kA
- Voltage rating: 230V AC
- Accessories: Pre-terminated forked live, neutral, and earth leads
- Mounting: 2 modules, DIN rail
- Earthing system: TT, TN-S
- Compliance: BS 7671, 18th Edition
- SKU: WSPD240KIT1
Install the SPD directly on the DIN rail of a consumer unit or distribution board. Use the supplied forked leads to connect live, neutral, and earth quickly while leaving main terminals free. Always follow 18th Edition placement guidance and ensure earth leads are kept short and direct.
- Clips into a 2-module DIN rail space
- Use forked leads for fast connection
- Ensure effective bonding and secure earth link
- Installation must be carried out by a qualified electrician
