11. Selecting LV Power Line SPDs · Page 2 of 7
Poles and SPD Configuration
1P+N, 3P, 3P+N and when to use each.

Single-phase boards
Often 1P+N (or 2-pole equivalent protection paths) depending on system.
Three-phase with neutral
3P+N is common for TN-S / TT boards feeding mixed loads.
Three-phase without neutral loads
3P may be appropriate for certain motor boards—confirm N-PE requirements still met elsewhere.
