> "I am building a hilltop cabin for HF operation and need to select my
> desired lightning protection for the AC service entrance. I have read that
> the MOV devices age and eventually need to be replaced, whereas the
> silicon versions (like the ones from Transtector) do not..."
Here's one counter-opinion on the matter:
http://morristechinc.com/Failure%20of%20SADs%20in%20TVSS%20Applications.pdf
I use a whole-house primary MOV device on the main load center, and
distributed secondary protection in the shack using Leviton Hospital-Grade
20A receptacles with integrated MOV protection.
Paul, W9AC
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