Description

Copper Bonded Rod

The Ultimate Grounding Solution for Superior Electrical Safety

The Copper Bonded Rod is a critical component in any effective earthing and lightning protection system, designed to provide a safe and reliable path for fault currents to dissipate into the earth. Combining the strength of steel with the superior conductivity and corrosion resistance of copper, these rods offer a robust, long-lasting, and cost-effective solution for a wide range of applications.

Key Features:

• High-Tensile Steel Core: Constructed from low-carbon, high-tensile steel, providing exceptional mechanical strength and rigidity, allowing for deep ground penetration without bending or mushrooming during installation.
• Electrolytic Copper Coating: Molecularly bonded with a minimum of 99.9% pure electrolytic copper coating. This ensures excellent conductivity and superior resistance to corrosion, even in aggressive soil conditions.
• Molecular Bonding: The copper layer is permanently and uniformly bonded to the steel core through an advanced electroplating process, preventing separation, cracking, or peeling during driving and over time.
• Optimal Coating Thickness: Available with various copper coating thicknesses (e.g., 100, 250, 300, 500 microns) to meet specific project requirements and international standards for longevity and performance.
• Exceptional Corrosion Resistance: The thick copper layer acts as a sacrificial anode, providing extended service life in corrosive environments compared to galvanized or bare steel rods.
• High Conductivity: Offers a low impedance path to ground, effectively dissipating fault currents and lightning strikes, safeguarding equipment and personnel.
• Rolled Threads (Optional): Available with precision rolled threads that are stronger than cut threads, facilitating easy and secure coupling with extension rods and accessories without compromising the copper coating.
• Standard Compliance: Manufactured to meet and exceed international standards such as UL 467, IEC 62561-2, IEEE 80, and IS 3043, ensuring reliability and universal acceptance.

Benefits:

• Enhanced Safety: Provides a stable and reliable grounding system, protecting electrical installations, equipment, and personnel from hazardous electrical surges and lightning strikes.
• Long-Term Performance: The molecularly bonded copper coating ensures a significantly longer lifespan (up to 30+ years) compared to conventional ground rods, reducing the need for frequent replacement.
• Cost-Effective: Offers a more economical alternative to solid copper rods while delivering comparable electrical performance and superior mechanical strength.
• Easy Installation: The rigid steel core allows for easy driving into challenging ground conditions using power hammers or manual methods, saving time and labor costs.
• Low Maintenance: Due to its inherent corrosion resistance and robust construction, Copper Bonded Rods require minimal maintenance after installation.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for a wide array of grounding needs across different industries and environmental conditions.

Technical Specifications (Common):

• Material:
  • Core: High Tensile Low Carbon Steel
  • Coating: 99.9% Pure Electrolytic Copper
• Copper Coating Thickness:
  • Standard: 250 microns (0.25 mm)
  • Custom: 100 microns, 300 microns, 500 microns (available upon request)
• Tensile Strength: Typically 600 - 700 N/mm²
• Diameter:
  • Common: 12.7 mm (1/2"), 14.2 mm (5/8"), 16 mm, 17.2 mm (3/4"), 19 mm, 25 mm (1")
  • Custom diameters available
• Length:
  • Common: 1 meter (3.3 ft), 2 meters (6.6 ft), 3 meters (10 ft)
  • Custom lengths available
• Threads (if applicable): Unified National Coarse (UNC) - Rolled
• Standards: UL 467, IEC 62561-2, IEEE 80, IS 3043
• Resistance: Low resistance to fault currents

Applications:

Copper Bonded Rods are indispensable in various sectors requiring robust and reliable earthing systems:

• Power Generation & Substations: Essential for grounding transformers, switchgear, and protective relays.
• Telecommunications: Grounding cell towers, communication equipment, and data centers.
• Industrial Facilities: Protecting machinery, control panels, and automation systems.
• Residential & Commercial Buildings: Providing main earthing for electrical installations.
• Renewable Energy: Grounding solar farms, wind turbines, and associated infrastructure.
• Lightning Protection Systems: Forming a critical part of external lightning protection.
• Data Centers & IT Infrastructure: Ensuring stable grounding for sensitive electronic equipment.
• Railway & Transportation Systems: Grounding trackside equipment and signaling systems.

Why Choose Our Copper Bonded Rods?

We are committed to providing high-quality Copper Bonded Rods that guarantee superior performance and longevity. Our rods undergo stringent quality control processes, from raw material selection to final manufacturing, ensuring they meet the highest industry standards. Choose our Copper Bonded Rods for peace of mind, knowing your electrical systems are protected by a reliable and durable grounding solution.

For more information, custom sizes, or to request a quote, please contact our sales team today!