RAK Wireless | SKU: 910033

40% off

RAKwireless RF Lightning Arrestor (SPD) | N-Type Coaxial Surge Protector for LoRa, Wi-Fi & LTE

Name: RAKwireless RF Lightning Arrestor (SPD) | N-Type Coaxial Surge Protector for LoRa, Wi-Fi & LTE
Brand: RAK Wireless
SKU: 910033
Price: 35.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

€35,00 €58,00

Shipping calculated at checkout.

The RAKwireless RF Lightning Arrestor is an N-type surge protector that shields gateways from lightning.

Serious surge protection: switching SPD rated 20 kA max (10 kA nominal)
Barely touches the signal: 0–2700 MHz, under 0.2 dB loss, VSWR 1.2
Weatherproof: N-male to N-female, IP67, −40 to +70 °C

VAT Free Transaction Option

Our store displays prices excluding VAT by default. For EU-based businesses with a valid VAT number, intra-community VAT exemptions apply. You can validate your VAT number during the checkout process to ensure correct billing.

Secure Payment & Warranty

Encrypted Checkout: Shop with confidence via Shopify Payments or PayPal Express for fully secure, PCI-compliant transactions.
B2B Flexible Billing: For large-scale infrastructure orders, we offer Direct Bank Transfer (SEPA/SWIFT) options. Please contact our team for a pro-forma invoice.
Quality Guaranteed: All professional IoT hardware is backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty and technical support from our engineering experts at shopioT.

Delivery and Shipping

Reliable, tracked, and fast global shipping via FedEx Express. Your professional IoT hardware is dispatched from our EU-based warehouse within 2 business days.

Input your company name and a valid EU VAT number at the checkout page for a VAT Free Transaction.

Description

The RAKwireless RF Lightning Arrestor is a coaxial Surge Protective Device (SPD) that protects your transceiver against the over-voltage and surge current induced by lightning. A critical safety component for any outdoor IoT deployment, it sits inline on the antenna feed and diverts dangerous energy safely to ground.

Built around a switching-type design with a 50 Ω, 0–2700 MHz RF path and power handling up to 200 W, it suits LoRa, Wi-Fi, and LTE antenna systems. N-type male to N-type female connectors and an IP67 body make it ready for permanent outdoor mounting.

Core Capabilities

High Surge Capacity A switching-type SPD rated for a nominal discharge current (In) of 10 kA and a maximum (Imax) of 20 kA (8/20 µs), clamping to a voltage protection level (Up) of ≤1200 V.

Minimal RF Impact With VSWR ≤1.2 and insertion loss ≤0.2 dB across 0–2000 MHz, it preserves signal integrity and coverage while handling up to 200 W of transmission power.

Multi-Band: LoRa, Wi-Fi & LTE A 50 Ω RF path spanning 0–2700 MHz protects LoRaWAN, Wi-Fi, and LTE antenna systems alike — one SPD for mixed-radio sites.

Weatherproof N-Type Build An IP67-rated body (≤180 g) with N-male to N-female connectors mounts via metal wall-through fixation and grounds directly to earth — rated −40 °C to +70 °C.

Typical Applications

Outdoor Gateway Protection: Shield LoRaWAN gateways and their antennas on towers, masts, and rooftops from direct and induced lightning surges.

Multi-Radio Sites: Protect LoRa, Wi-Fi, and LTE antenna feeds across the same 0–2700 MHz path on shared infrastructure.

Industrial & Remote Installations: Safeguard critical backhaul at oil & gas, mining, agriculture, and solar-farm sites where downtime is costly.

High-Power RF Links: Suitable for transmit paths up to 200 W, covering high-power gateway and cellular deployments.

Technical Integration

Key points for fitting the SPD into your RF path:

RF path: Installs inline between the antenna and the transceiver, with N-type male and N-type female ports.

Surge protection: Switching-type SPD, In 10 kA / Imax 20 kA (8/20 µs), Up ≤1200 V, with a DC startup voltage of 600 V ±25%.

RF performance: 50 Ω, 0–2700 MHz, up to 200 W, VSWR ≤1.2 and insertion loss ≤0.2 dB (0–2000 MHz).

Mounting & grounding: N-F port metal wall-through fixation; ground via the wall-through mount or a grounding connector to PE/earth.

Environment & compliance: IP67 (GB 4208), −40 °C to +70 °C, 5–95% RH, ≤180 g; tested to IEC 61643-21 and IEC 60950.

Setup help: Fit on the antenna feed and bond to a low-impedance earth for effective protection — contact the shopioT technical team for guidance.

What's in the Box

1×RF Lightning Arrestor / SPD (N-Male to N-Female)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this SPD protect against?

The over-voltage and surge current induced by lightning. As a switching-type device, it diverts that energy to ground and protects the transceiver and circuitry connected to your gateway.

Which systems and frequencies does it support?

LoRa, Wi-Fi, and LTE antennas across a 50 Ω, 0–2700 MHz RF path, handling transmission power up to 200 W.

What's the surge rating?

Nominal discharge current (In) of 10 kA and maximum (Imax) of 20 kA at 8/20 µs, with a voltage protection level (Up) of ≤1200 V.

Will it weaken my signal?

Minimally — VSWR ≤1.2 and insertion loss ≤0.2 dB across 0–2000 MHz keep the RF link clear.

How is it installed and grounded?

Inline on the antenna feed (N-male to N-female). Mount it via the N-F port metal wall-through fixation and bond it to a low-impedance earth, or use a grounding connector.

Is it suitable for outdoor use?

Yes — it's IP67-rated and operates from −40 °C to +70 °C at 5–95% humidity, weighing ≤180 g.

Compliance

IP67

IEC 61643-21

IEC 60950

Protecting an Outdoor RF Deployment?

Talk to our IoT specialists, or explore the gateways and accessories to pair with it.

Talk To Our IoT Team Shop LoRaWAN Gateways Browse Antennas & Accessories

Specifications

Environment Rating

Outdoor
IP Rating

IP67
Operating Temperature

-40°C to 80°C
Power Consumption

Passive
Measurement Technology
- Broadband Protection: Operates effectively across a wide frequency range (0-2700 MHz), making it compatible with LoRa, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, and LTE antennas.
- High Surge Capacity: Designed to handle a nominal discharge current of 10 kA and a maximum surge current of up to 20 kA (8/20 µs).
- Gas Discharge Tube (GDT): Utilizes switching-type technology to shunt dangerous voltage spikes to ground while maintaining minimal signal interference.
- IP67 Ruggedization: Fully sealed against dust and water ingress, ensuring reliable performance in exposed outdoor gateway deployments.
- Low Signal Attenuation: Engineered for transparency, with an insertion loss of ≤ 0.2 dB to preserve your system's link budget and range.
Measurement Range
- Frequency Range: DC to 2700 MHz.
- Max Transmission Power: ≤ 200 Watts.
- DC Operating Voltage: 600V ± 25%.
Measurement Accuracy
- Insertion Loss: ≤ 0.2 dB (0-2000 MHz) / ≤ 0.3 dB (Other frequencies).
- VSWR: ≤ 1.2 (0-2000 MHz) / ≤ 1.25 (Other frequencies).
- Voltage Protection Level (Up): ≤ 1200 V, providing a safe ceiling for connected transceiver electronics.
Measurement Resolution
- Port Impedance: 50 Ω.
- Physical Dimensions: Compact 68mm length x 21mm diameter for easy integration.
- Environmental Tolerance: Stable operation in humidity levels from 5% to 95% and atmospheric pressures of 70 kPa to 106 kPa.

Document Library

Lightning Arrestor Datasheet

Payment & Security

Payment methods

Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.

RAKwireless RF Lightning Arrestor (SPD) | N-Type Coaxial Surge Protector for LoRa, Wi-Fi & LTE

VAT Free Transaction Option

Secure Payment & Warranty

Delivery and Shipping