MIDDLETOWN, Penn., Jan. 26, 2026 — The new VALVETRAB Safe Protection Plus (VAL-SPP) surge protective devices from Phoenix Contact protect both the installers and the end equipment. The new SPDs feature miswiring and touch protection, plus a reduced tightening torque of just 3 Newton-meters (Nm).
The family includes the VAL-US-SPP, designed for common power supply systems in North America in accordance with the NEMA standard. The North American version is UL Listed and fully compliant with NFPA 79, which requires surge protection on safety circuits.
The SPP family features modular, plug-in remote signaling to simplify installation and reduce maintenance time and effort. Reinforced insulation ensures additional user and system safety. Rapid disconnection ensures a high level of operational safety.
The VAL-SPP devices protect both AC and photovoltaic (PV) applications with different nominal voltages. The portfolio includes versions for grids with strong voltage fluctuations. The robust design enables installation in altitudes up to 5,000 meters.
About Phoenix Contact
Since 1923, Phoenix Contact has created products to connect, distribute and control power and data flows. Our products are found in nearly all industrial markets. Sustainability and responsibility guide every action we take, and we are proud to collaborate with our customers to empower a smarter and better world for future generations. Together, we are creating a sustainable world based on our passion for technology and innovation.

