Description

Copper Bonded Grounding Electrode - Superior Earthing Solution

Product Overview

Ensure unparalleled electrical safety and system reliability with our premium Copper Bonded Grounding Electrodes. Engineered for superior conductivity and exceptional corrosion resistance, these electrodes provide a robust and long-lasting earthing solution for a wide range of electrical, lightning protection, and telecommunication applications. By molecularly bonding a uniform layer of high-purity copper onto a high-tensile steel core, we deliver an electrode that offers the best of both worlds: the strength of steel and the supreme electrical properties and longevity of copper.

Key Features

• High-Purity Copper Bonding: Each electrode features a minimum 250-micron (or specified thickness) uniform layer of 99.9% pure electrolytic copper molecularly bonded to a high-tensile steel core. This ensures a permanent, inseparable bond that will not crack, peel, or delaminate.
• Exceptional Corrosion Resistance: The copper layer provides superior protection against oxidation, galvanic corrosion, and other forms of degradation, ensuring a stable and low-resistance ground connection over decades, even in aggressive soil conditions.
• Superior Conductivity: With the high electrical conductivity of copper, our electrodes facilitate efficient dissipation of fault currents, lightning strikes, and static charges, minimizing impedance and enhancing system performance.
• High Tensile Steel Core: The robust steel core provides immense mechanical strength, allowing for easy driving into diverse soil conditions without bending, mushrooming, or suffering mechanical damage during installation.
• Long Lifespan & Durability: Designed for longevity and minimal maintenance, these electrodes offer a cost-effective, long-term grounding solution that outperforms conventional alternatives.
• Versatile Compatibility: Compatible with standard grounding clamps, couplers, and accessories, ensuring seamless integration into any earthing system.
• Compliance & Quality: Manufactured to meet or exceed international standards such as UL467, IEEE 80, and relevant national electrical codes, guaranteeing reliability and safety.
• Threaded & Pointed Options: Available with pointed ends for easier driving and threaded ends for extending electrodes in deeper installations using couplers.

Applications

Our Copper Bonded Grounding Electrodes are indispensable for providing safe and effective earthing across various sectors:

• Electrical Sub-stations & Power Plants: Essential for robust grounding of high-voltage equipment.
• Telecommunication Towers & Data Centers: Protecting sensitive electronic equipment from surges and lightning.
• Industrial Facilities & Factories: Ensuring operational safety and equipment protection in heavy-duty environments.
• Residential & Commercial Buildings: Core component of a safe and reliable electrical installation.
• Lightning Protection Systems: Key element for safely dissipating lightning current into the earth.
• Solar & Wind Energy Installations: Critical for the grounding of renewable energy infrastructure.
• Oil & Gas Facilities: Providing explosion protection and operational safety in hazardous areas.
• Hospitals & Sensitive Electronic Equipment: Offering a stable ground reference for critical and life-saving devices.

Benefits

• Enhanced Safety: Protects personnel and equipment from electrical shocks, surges, and transient overvoltages.
• System Stability: Provides a stable ground reference, improving the performance and reliability of electrical and electronic systems.
• Equipment Protection: Shields sensitive electronics from damage due to fault currents and lightning strikes.
• Reduced Maintenance: The durable, corrosion-resistant design ensures a long service life with minimal upkeep, reducing overall costs.
• Cost-Effective: A reliable, long-term grounding solution that minimizes the need for frequent replacements and associated labor.
• Regulatory Compliance: Helps meet stringent electrical safety codes and regulations, avoiding penalties and ensuring peace of mind.

Technical Specifications (Typical)

• Material: High-tensile low-carbon steel core, 99.9% pure electrolytic copper molecularly bonded.
• Copper Thickness:
  • Standard: ≥ 250 microns (0.25mm)
  • Heavy Duty: ≥ 330 microns (0.33mm)
  • Extra Heavy Duty: ≥ 500 microns (0.50mm) (Specify as per available options)
• Diameter Options:
  • 12.7 mm (1/2 inch)
  • 14.2 mm (9/16 inch)
  • 15.9 mm (5/8 inch)
  • 19.05 mm (3/4 inch)
  • 25.4 mm (1 inch)
• Length Options:
  • 1.2 meters (4 feet)
  • 1.8 meters (6 feet)
  • 2.4 meters (8 feet)
  • 3.0 meters (10 feet)
  • 3.6 meters (12 feet)
• Tensile Strength: > 600 N/mm² (for steel core)
• Bonding Strength: Designed to withstand mechanical stresses during driving without separation.
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +80°C (or as specified)
• Packaging: Typically bundled and protected with caps to prevent damage during transit and storage.

Why Choose Our Copper Bonded Electrodes?

• Precision Manufacturing: Utilizes advanced electro-plating techniques to ensure a perfectly uniform and enduring copper bond, unlike inferior spray-on coatings.
• Rigorous Quality Control: Every batch undergoes stringent testing for copper thickness, adherence, and mechanical strength to guarantee superior performance and reliability.
• Industry Expertise: Backed by years of experience in earthing solutions, we provide products that are trusted by professionals worldwide.
• Customer Support: Our team of experts is ready to assist you in selecting the right grounding solution for your specific needs and provide technical guidance.

Installation & Maintenance

Our Copper Bonded Electrodes are designed for straightforward installation. They can be easily driven into the earth using a power hammer or manual methods. Ensure proper connection to the grounding conductor using approved copper or brass grounding clamps. Once installed, these electrodes are generally maintenance-free; however, periodic inspection of connections is recommended to ensure long-term effectiveness.

Available Sizes & Options

We offer a comprehensive range of Copper Bonded Grounding Electrodes to suit diverse project requirements. Please specify:

• Diameter: (e.g., 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 1")
• Length: (e.g., 4ft, 6ft, 8ft, 10ft, 12ft)
• Copper Thickness: (e.g., 250 microns, 330 microns, 500 microns)
• Ends: Pointed (for driving) or Threaded (for extension with couplers)

Accessories: We also supply a full range of compatible accessories, including:

• Ground Rod Clamps (Copper/Bronze)
• Ground Rod Couplers (for threaded rods)
• Driving Studs
• Inspection Pits

Invest in the ultimate protection for your electrical systems. Contact us today for a quote or to learn more about our range of high-quality Copper Bonded Grounding Electrodes.