Entering IEC TR 62380/RDF 2000 Protection Devices
The following table describes the part parameters required for protection devices when IEC TR 62380 or RDF 2000 is the selected calculation model. When the Fuses subcategory is selected, the Prediction Data pane indicates no other data is required.
Parameter
Type
Description
Type
Choice List
Required only for the following subcategories: Arrestors and Diodes.
The type of device. Choices vary by subcategory.
Power Rating
Choice List
Required only for the Diodes subcategory.
The power rating of device. Choices are:
Low Power Diode
Power Diode
Electrical Environment
Choice List
Required only for the following subcategories: Diodes, Thermistors (PCT), and Varistors.
The general environment in which the device is used.