Electrical apparatus; lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts)

HS v2017 Code: 853540

About electrical apparatus; lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts)

hs code 853540 covers a critical segment of the electrical equipment industry, focusing on the production of lightning arresters, voltage limiters, and surge suppressors designed for high-voltage applications exceeding 1000 volts. These specialized electrical apparatus play a vital role in protecting power grids, industrial facilities, and other high-voltage infrastructure from the damaging effects of electrical surges and lightning strikes, ensuring the reliable and safe distribution of electricity across the global economy.

Production process

The production of electrical apparatus under hs code 853540 typically involves a multi-step manufacturing process. This includes the fabrication of specialized components such as spark gaps, varistors, and other surge-suppressing elements, which are then assembled into complete units. Advanced engineering techniques, including computer-aided design and precision machining, are often employed to ensure the reliability and performance of these critical electrical safety devices.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 853540 electrical apparatus include a range of raw materials such as metals, ceramics, and specialized electronic components. Additionally, the industry relies on advanced manufacturing equipment, including CNC machines, testing equipment, and assembly tools. Skilled technicians and engineers are also a crucial input, responsible for the design, engineering, and quality control of these high-voltage electrical safety devices.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of hs code 853540 are lightning arresters, voltage limiters, and surge suppressors designed for use in high-voltage electrical systems. These products are essential for protecting power grids, industrial facilities, and other critical infrastructure from the damaging effects of electrical surges and lightning strikes. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by other industries, such as 853610 Electrical transformers, 853620 Electrical motors and generators, and 853630 Electrical transformers, static converters and inductors, which rely on these safety devices to ensure the reliable and safe distribution of electricity.

Revisions to 853540

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 853540. The most recent 1 version of this code (853540) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 853540 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for electrical apparatus; lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/85'>85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8535'>8535: Electrical apparatus for switching, protecting electrical circuits, for making connections to or in electrical circuits; for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853540'>853540: Electrical apparatus; lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853510'>853510: Electrical apparatus; fuses, for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853521'>853521: Electrical apparatus; automatic circuit breakers, for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts but less than 72.5kV</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853529'>853529: Electrical apparatus; automatic circuit breakers, for a voltage of 72.5kV or more</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853530'>853530: Electrical apparatus; isolating and make-and-break switches, for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/853590'>853590: Electrical apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no. 8535, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts</a>"]

    

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