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Copper Bonded Ground Rods | Premium Earthing Solutions for Unrivaled Safety

Overview

Ensure superior electrical grounding and protection with our high-quality Copper Bonded Ground Rods. Engineered for optimal performance and durability, these rods combine the high tensile strength of steel with the excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance of pure copper. They are the go-to solution for dissipating fault currents, protecting sensitive electronic equipment, and ensuring the safety of personnel across a wide range of applications.

Our Copper Bonded Rods are manufactured through a meticulous electrolytic bonding process, creating a uniform and inseparable layer of 99.9% pure copper over a low-carbon steel core. This advanced manufacturing technique ensures a long-lasting, reliable, and cost-effective earthing solution that outperforms traditional solid copper rods in many critical aspects.

Key Features

• Superior Conductivity: A thick, uniform layer of 99.9% pure electrolytic copper ensures excellent electrical conductivity for effective fault current dissipation.
• High Tensile Strength: The steel core provides exceptional mechanical strength, allowing for easy driving into diverse soil conditions without bending or mushrooming.
• Exceptional Corrosion Resistance: The molecularly bonded copper layer offers outstanding resistance to corrosion, ensuring a long operational life even in aggressive soil environments.
• Molecular Bonding: The copper layer is metallurgically bonded to the steel core, creating an inseparable connection that will not crack or peel when driven.
• Uniform Copper Thickness: Guaranteed minimum copper thickness (e.g., ≥ 0.25mm or 250 microns) across the entire rod surface, meeting international standards.
• Cost-Effective: Offers the performance of copper at a more economical price point compared to solid copper rods.
• Versatile Design: Available with pointed ends for easy driving and threaded ends for seamless connection with couplers for extended lengths.

Benefits

• Enhanced Electrical Safety: Provides a low-resistance path to the earth, crucial for protecting electrical systems, equipment, and human life from fault currents and lightning strikes.
• Long-Term Reliability: The robust construction and corrosion resistance guarantee a maintenance-free and dependable grounding system for decades.
• Easy Installation: High tensile strength and sharp tips facilitate quick and efficient installation, reducing labor costs and time on site.
• System Longevity: Protects your valuable infrastructure by effectively diverting transient overvoltages, extending the lifespan of sensitive electronics.
• Compliance & Certification: Manufactured to strict international standards, ensuring peace of mind regarding safety and performance regulations.
• Reduced Grounding Resistance: Contributes to achieving and maintaining desired low earth resistance values for optimal system performance.

Applications

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

• Residential & Commercial Buildings: Essential for general electrical grounding and lightning protection.
• Industrial Facilities: Critical for machinery grounding, surge protection, and personnel safety in manufacturing plants, refineries, and chemical processing units.
• Telecommunication Towers & Data Centers: Protects sensitive electronic equipment from power surges and lightning.
• Power Generation & Substations: Forms the backbone of high-voltage grounding systems.
• Renewable Energy Projects: Integral for solar farms, wind turbines, and other green energy installations.
• Railway & Transportation Systems: Ensures safety and operational continuity.
• IT Infrastructure: Safeguards servers, networks, and communication lines.

Technical Specifications

• Core Material: High Tensile Low Carbon Steel (e.g., Q235, S225JRG2)
• Copper Purity: ≥ 99.9% Electrolytic Copper
• Copper Bonding Thickness:
  • Standard: ≥ 0.25mm (250 microns)
  • Heavy-Duty: ≥ 0.50mm (500 microns)
  • Custom thicknesses available upon request.
• Tensile Strength: Typically > 600 N/mm² (or 600 MPa)
• Diameter: Common sizes include 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 1" (12.7mm, 14.2mm, 16mm, 17.2mm, 19.05mm, 25.4mm)
• Length: Available in standard lengths from 4 ft (1.2m) to 12 ft (3.6m) and custom lengths.
• End Finish: Pointed for driving, Threaded (UNC) for coupling.
• Corrosion Resistance: Highly resistant to aggressive soil chemicals and moisture.
• Standards Compliance: UL467, IEEE80, BS EN 50522, IEC 62561-2, CE, ROHS.

Accessories & Installation

We offer a comprehensive range of accessories designed to complement our Copper Bonded Ground Rods for secure and efficient installation:

• Ground Rod Clamps: High-quality bronze or copper clamps for secure conductor connections.
• Coupling/Connecting Sleeves: For extending rod lengths in deep earth applications.
• Driving Studs: Protects the rod threads and head during driving.
• Driving Heads: To facilitate driving the rod into the ground using power hammers or manual methods.
• Inspection Pits: For easy access to the ground rod connections for testing and maintenance.

Why Choose Our Copper Bonded Rods?

• Uncompromising Quality: Manufactured using advanced electroplating technology and premium materials, ensuring maximum performance and longevity.
• Strict Quality Control: Every rod undergoes rigorous testing to meet or exceed international safety and performance standards.
• Expert Support: Our team of experts is available to assist you with product selection, technical specifications, and custom requirements.
• Competitive Pricing: We offer superior products at prices that deliver exceptional value without compromising on quality.
• Global Compliance: Our rods are designed and certified to comply with relevant international grounding and earthing standards, ensuring universal applicability.

Ordering Information

Our Copper Bonded Ground Rods are available in various diameters, lengths, and copper thicknesses to suit your specific project needs. Please contact our sales team for detailed product specifications, custom orders, bulk inquiries, and lead times.

Protect your assets, ensure safety, and build reliable electrical infrastructure with our high-performance Copper Bonded Ground Rods.