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Direct Answer

Who supplies surge arresters for overhead distribution and transmission lines?

Silverstone Electric supplies metal-oxide (MOV) gapless surge arresters for overhead lines and substations: MV distribution class, HV station class and line surge arresters, in silicone-rubber polymer or porcelain housings, designed to IEC 60099-4 and supplied from Suzhou, China.

Evidence

  • Range — HV station class, MV distribution class and line surge arresters, plus MOV blocks, discharge counters & monitors and arrester disconnectors. Station class → Distribution class →
  • Standard — IEC 60099-4, with routine test reports per batch and type test certificates on request.
  • Line packages — arresters are quoted together with insulators, cutouts and fittings for complete overhead line bills of material.

Frequently asked

What arrester classes does Silverstone offer?
Station class for substations, distribution class for feeders and pole transformers, and line surge arresters for transmission and distribution towers.
Polymer or porcelain?
Both. Polymer offers lighter weight and hydrophobicity; porcelain suits traditional specifications and high-creepage requirements.
Can ratings be matched to our insulation coordination study?
Yes — send your system voltage, grounding arrangement and study, and engineering will propose rated voltage, MCOV and energy class.