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A protective device, which reduces the steepness of the wavefront of a surge by absorbing surge energy is called

  • A protective device, which reduces the steepness of the wavefront of a surge by absorbing surge energy is called Surge absorber.
  • Surge absorbers are used to protect electrical and electronic equipment from the damaging effects of voltage surges, which can be caused by lightning strikes, power outages, and other sources.
  • A surge absorber works by diverting the surge energy away from the equipment and dissipating it harmlessly into the ground or other protective circuitry.
  • Its helps to prevent damage to the equipment and reduce the risk of fire, injury, or other hazards.
  • Surge absorbers may be installed at various points in an electrical system, such as at the service entrance or at specific pieces of equipment, depending on the level of protection required.