By Jason Koshy, Vice President of Global Sales
Millions of people and billions of devices connect to a radio towers every day. To meet the soaring demand, telecommunications companies are making massive investments in communications hardware and software.
Those investments, however, feature equipment that’s more vulnerable to lightning strikes and other surge events. Therefore, companies are paying closer attention to surge protection devices (SPDs). Often overlooked, an expertly engineered SPD is vital to safeguarding telecommunication infrastructure and ensuring uninterrupted service.
When purchasing SPDs, consider these best practices to be sure you’re getting the most out of your equipment:
- Verify correct installation
- Properly apply DC power SPDs
- Ensure correct AC power protection
- Confirm ground connection
- SPDs must protect surrounding equipment
- Repetitive surge capabilities are a must
Looking for confidence that your networks are properly safeguarded and provide the quality connection your customers have come to rely on? Check out my latest article, “Best Practices When Selecting and Installing Surge Protection at Communications Sites,” in Tech Briefs.
