SPD

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005504",
  "term": "SPD",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "An abbreviation for Surge Protective Device, an apparatus designed to protect electrical equipment from voltage spikes. It diverts excess voltage to ground, preventing damage to sensitive electronics. SPDs are rated by their maximum discharge current and voltage protection level, often installed at service entrances or within distribution panels.",
  "subject": "Industrial supplies, equipment, and components",
  "translations": {
    "de": "SPD",
    "es": "SPD",
    "fr": "SPD"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/spd/"
}