The ICM517A: Product Spotlight of the Month

This month’s product spotlight is none other than our Best-In-Class ICM517A Single-Phase Surge Protection Device.

In our recent blog post, The 3-Phase Combo You Didn’t Know You Needed, we discussed the need for Line Voltage Monitoring in tandem with Surge Protection Devices to protect our most expensive equipment, and furthermore, why we can’t have one without the other.

This recent article, however, was geared toward 3-phase equipment. Let’s take a deeper look into Single-Phase Surge Protection and what sets the ICM517A apart from other SPD’s in the industry.

What is Single Phase Surge Protection?

Single Phase Surge Protection Devices, or SPD’s, protect from transient power surges that occur over a short period of time, just as 3-Phase SPD’s do. To recap, below is a visual representation of a voltage surge in which an SPD would serve extremely useful:

A fast-acting transient voltage can spike at any time, and due to the electrical disturbance, may cause failure of electronic equipment that contains sensitive electronic controls. When properly protected, an SPD like the ICM517A will absorb the transient voltage spikes and/or surges (caused by lightning strikes or other fast-acting disturbances), and safely dissipate the energy in the form of heat by “sacrificing itself” instead of your most expensive equipment.

What makes the ICM517A Best-In-Class?

The ICM517A is a NEMA Type 4X enclosed Type 2 SPD, designed to protect valuable single-phase equipment by dissipating momentary voltage spikes and transient power surges.

The tried and true, preexisting industry favorite ICM517 SPD recently received an update, which prompted the designation of an “A” to the end of the preexisting part number. With 100,000’s of ICM517’s installed in the field, ICM stayed true to the rugged & reliable design of the existing “go to” SPD, the new ICM517A Type 2 Surge Protective Device is now constructed even more robustly.

The Details

Below is a list of further details that set our beloved ICM517A apart in the HVAC/R industry:

Built to withstand the high impact of a major surge event
Constructed in a robust Cast Aluminum enclosure for maximum durability
Features a redesigned rivet sealed molded case with an internal gasket
Nema Type 4X rated for indoor/outdoor installation
Features a thinner, more compact profile than previous versions
Updated to the latest addition of UL Standards, including UL Rated Powder Coating for superior corrosion resistance
Withstands effects of prolonged UV exposure better than ABS plastics
Easy Install & Proudly Innovated in America

For more information on product features and benefits, see our Sell Sheet.

Applications & Specifications

The ICM517A specifications are as follows:

Service voltage: 120/240 volt, single phase
Maximum surge current: 100,000 amps
Maximum energy dissipation: 1,020 Joules
Installation point: Electrical panel, electrical disconnect
Diagnostics: Green light indicates surge suppression is present
AC protection modes: L-L, L-N, L-G, N-G
Conduit connection: 3/4”

Weight: 1.18 lbs

Height: 1.75 in

Width: 3.06 in

Length: 5.0 in

Applications of the ICM517A include the protection of motors, electronics, air conditioning systems, appliances, refrigeration, and more.

For more information on the ICM517A product applications or specifications, see our Application/Install Guide

Limited Lifetime Protection Warranty

The ICM517A is one of our only products that qualifies for a limited lifetime equipment guarantee. For more information on our current warranty, visit our Limited Lifetime Protection Warranty.