Overview
This adapter system provides robust transient-voltage protection for sensitive electronics by integrating a compact, hot‑swappable suppression module and an intelligent monitoring PCB. Filed on January 11, 2018 and granted on September 7, 2021, the patent—assigned to Maxi Volt Corporation Inc. of Amarillo, TX—describes a multilayer circuit architecture that embeds power and neutral suppression components on separate layers with a dielectric shield, delivering high-density protection in DIN‑rail and panel-ready form factors. Inventors based in Amarillo, TX designed an architecture that combines zinc‑oxide varistors, fuses, diodes (including a diode bridge), capacitors, inductors and isolated Form C contacts to clamp and filter spikes while providing dedicated monitoring and alarm outputs. The system is ground‑independent for improved lightning resistance, supports single‑ and multi‑phase voltages, and prioritizes equipment safety by enabling controlled shutdown on phase loss rather than allowing damaging transient events.
Key Features
- Multi‑layer PCB with dielectric shielding separating power and common circuits
- Hybrid suppression network: varistors, fuses, capacitors, resistors, diodes, and inductors
- Monitoring circuit protected by a diode bridge with alarm output (common/NC/NO)
- Hot‑swappable DIN‑rail 8‑pin base and plug‑and‑play header harness
- Ground‑independent design and sinewave correction for improved clamping performance
This patented design reduces equipment downtime and component damage in industrial, HVAC, photovoltaic and marine applications. By combining dense hardware suppression with smart monitoring, it advances practical surge protection for modern power environments.
Granted: 2021-09-07
