The Clear Choice for TV Surge Protection

NexTek provides surge protection for various TV applications, including any 75Ω transmission line. Whether the application is Cable, Satellite, or CCTV, NexTek has a range of standard products ready to protect nearly any video or television signal. High-performance designs mean minimal-to-no signal degradation or loss, to ensure that your picture stays clear and crisp. NexTek standard solutions are also rated to withstand extremely high current levels, meaning that they will provide years of protection when installed properly.

Don't settle for cheap protection of your system, TV, or set-top box. Use NexTek high-performance lightning protection.

Essential Protection Types for TV Applications

TV and video systems are exposed to a wide range of electrical threats, especially in outdoor and facility-wide installations where long cable runs can act as pathways for lightning-induced surges and transient voltages. Effective surge protection is critical for maintaining reliable video transmission and preventing costly equipment damage.

Engineered for high-frequency performance, NexTek protection devices maintain signal quality while delivering dependable protection against repeated surge exposure.

Whether deployed in commercial buildings, transportation systems, stadiums, security networks, or broadcast infrastructure, NexTek surge protection solutions help ensure system uptime and long-term reliability.

Key Specifications & Characteristics

High surge current handling capability allows NexTek devices to withstand severe electrical events while continuing to provide dependable protection over time. Available in multiple connector configurations and mounting styles.

Built for both indoor and outdoor environments, NexTek products are designed to deliver long-term durability, reliable grounding performance, and consistent protection in demanding operating conditions.

Recommended Applications

NexTek surge protection solutions are ideal for a wide range of TV and video applications, including:

  • CCTV security systems
  • CATV infrastructure
  • Broadcast television equipment
  • Satellite communication systems
  • Digital signage networks
  • Video surveillance installations
  • Headend distribution systems

These solutions are commonly deployed in commercial facilities, transportation hubs, government buildings, educational campuses, industrial sites, and outdoor communication networks where uninterrupted video performance and equipment protection are essential.

Surge protection helps safeguard common equipment such as:

  • Cameras
  • Receivers
  • Set-top boxes
  • Amplifiers
  • Signal distribution systems

Recommended Products

NexTek offers a comprehensive range of surge protection solutions designed specifically for television, CCTV, CATV, and video transmission systems. NexTek products, such as the PTC Series, are engineered to maintain signal integrity while protecting sensitive equipment from lightning strikes, electrical surges, and transient events.  

  • The PTC-F Series are designed to protect RG-6-based cable TV, CCTV, and satellite lines from lightning and transient events. These 75Ω F-type GDT lightning arrestors include DC pass, performance to 2.5 GHz and up to 20 kA surge protection.

The PTR Series also offers 75Ω solutions: 

  • BNC PTR coaxial surge arrestors provide replaceable GDT protection and DC pass capability, ideal for protecting CCTV, video distribution, and broadcast signal paths that depend on low-loss BNC connectivity.
  • TNC PTR Series 75Ω TNC surge arrestors with DC pass and replaceable GDT protection, delivers a secure threaded interface for TV, CCTV, and broadcast systems exposed to lightning, static discharge, and outdoor transient threats.

Related Information

Explore additional NexTek resources related to TV and video surge protection. These materials provide valuable information for selecting and implementing surge protection solutions across CCTV, CATV, broadcast, and television infrastructure.

Common Standards

  • NEC
  • NFPA
  • SCTE

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