Description

Copper Bonded Rod Type Lightning Arrester

Protect your valuable assets and ensure the safety of personnel with our premium Copper Bonded Rod Type Lightning Arresters. Engineered for superior performance and exceptional durability, these lightning arresters provide a critical first line of defense against the destructive power of lightning strikes, safely diverting massive electrical discharges to the earth.

Overview

Lightning strikes are an unpredictable and devastating force. Our Copper Bonded Rod Type Lightning Arresters are designed to intercept direct lightning strikes, offering a low impedance path to ground and preventing damage to structures, sensitive electronics, and equipment. Combining the high conductivity and corrosion resistance of copper with the immense tensile strength of steel, these arresters offer a cost-effective, long-lasting, and reliable solution for comprehensive lightning protection systems.

Key Features

• Superior Conductivity: A heavy, uniform coating of 99.9% pure electrolytic copper ensures excellent electrical conductivity, efficiently dissipating lightning energy.
• Robust Construction: A high-tensile steel core provides unparalleled mechanical strength, allowing for deep ground penetration without bending or mushrooming during installation.
• Exceptional Corrosion Resistance: The outer copper layer offers outstanding resistance to corrosion, extending the lifespan of the arrester even in aggressive soil conditions and harsh environments.
• Cost-Effective Solution: Offers the performance benefits of solid copper at a fraction of the cost, making it an economically viable choice without compromising on safety or effectiveness.
• Easy Installation: The pointed tip and robust construction facilitate quick and straightforward driving into the ground, reducing installation time and labor.
• Maintenance-Free: Once installed correctly, these rods require minimal to no maintenance, offering a set-and-forget solution for long-term protection.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for a wide range of lightning protection and earthing applications across various industries and settings.

Why Choose Copper Bonded?

The unique design of copper-bonded rods provides a significant advantage over solid copper or galvanized steel options:

• Electrolytic Bonding: A molecular bond is formed between the copper and steel, ensuring a permanent and inseparable connection that will not crack or peel, even under bending.
• Optimized Performance: The generous copper thickness (typically 250 microns or more) meets international standards for conductivity and corrosion resistance, while the steel core provides the necessary strength to withstand the rigors of installation and environmental stresses.
• Enhanced Lifespan: The combined properties result in an arrester that resists corrosion far longer than galvanized steel and offers superior mechanical integrity compared to solid copper, especially for deep earthing applications.

Applications

Our Copper Bonded Rod Type Lightning Arresters are essential for protecting:

• Residential Buildings: Homes, apartments, and housing complexes.
• Commercial Establishments: Offices, retail centers, hotels, and educational institutions.
• Industrial Facilities: Factories, warehouses, power plants, and chemical processing units.
• Telecommunications Infrastructure: Cell towers, data centers, and communication hubs.
• Utility & Energy Sector: Substations, transformers, solar farms, and wind turbines.
• Healthcare Facilities: Hospitals and clinics where continuous operation is critical.
• Government & Public Sector Buildings: Municipal offices, emergency services, and transportation hubs.

Technical Specifications

• Material: High-tensile steel core (typically grade 40/60) electrolytically bonded with 99.9% pure copper.
• Copper Layer Thickness: Minimum 250 microns (0.25mm), conforming to relevant international standards.
• Diameter Range: 12mm, 14mm, 16mm, 19mm, 25mm (and other custom sizes available upon request).
• Length Range: 1.2 meters, 1.8 meters, 2.4 meters, 3.0 meters (and custom lengths).
• Tensile Strength: Minimum 600 N/mm² (Newton per square millimeter), ensuring robust mechanical performance.
• Termination: Precision pointed tip for easy driving; options for threaded tops (internal or external) for coupling and connection accessories.
• Impedance: Engineered for low impedance to ensure rapid and effective current dissipation.
• Standards Compliance: Conforms to international standards such as IEC 62305, UL 96, IEEE C62.41, IS 3043, and others.

Benefits at a Glance

• Enhanced Safety: Protects human life and property from the dangers of direct lightning strikes.
• Asset Protection: Safeguards expensive machinery, electronic systems, and critical infrastructure.
• Reduced Downtime: Minimizes operational interruptions and data loss due to lightning-induced damage.
• Long-Term Reliability: Durable materials and construction ensure decades of reliable performance.
• Compliance: Helps meet regulatory requirements and insurance mandates for lightning protection.
• Peace of Mind: Provides confidence in the resilience of your facility against lightning threats.

Installation & Maintenance

Installation should be performed by qualified professionals in accordance with local and international earthing and lightning protection standards. The rods can be driven directly into the ground or installed within boreholes. Minimal post-installation maintenance is required, primarily consisting of periodic inspection of connections and system integrity.

Secure Your Infrastructure Today

Don't leave your vital assets vulnerable to the destructive power of lightning. Invest in our Copper Bonded Rod Type Lightning Arresters for a superior, reliable, and cost-effective lightning protection solution.

Contact us today for detailed specifications, customized solutions, and to request a quote. Our team of experts is ready to assist you in designing and implementing a robust lightning protection system tailored to your specific needs.