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Copper Bonded Earthing Electrode - Superior Grounding for Uncompromised Safety

Product Overview

Safeguard your electrical systems, equipment, and personnel with our premium Copper Bonded Earthing Electrodes. Engineered for exceptional performance and longevity, these electrodes provide a robust, highly conductive, and corrosion-resistant earthing solution critical for ensuring electrical safety, equipment longevity, and regulatory compliance across diverse applications.

Our Copper Bonded Earthing Electrodes are meticulously manufactured using a high-tensile steel core molecularly bonded with a thick, uniform layer of 99.9% pure electrolytic copper. This innovative construction combines the strength of steel with the superior conductivity and corrosion resistance of copper, offering an optimal balance of performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness.

Key Features

• High-Tensile Steel Core: Provides exceptional mechanical strength, allowing for easy driving into various soil conditions without bending or breaking, and ensuring long-term structural integrity.
• Molecularly Bonded Copper Layer: A minimum of 250 microns (0.25mm) or more, uniform layer of 99.9% pure electrolytic copper is permanently bonded to the steel core at a molecular level. This ensures a reliable, inseparable bond that will not crack, peel, or separate under stress or environmental changes.
• Superior Corrosion Protection: The thick copper layer offers inherent resistance to oxidation and corrosion, significantly extending the lifespan of the electrode compared to galvanized steel alternatives, especially in aggressive soil environments.
• Excellent Electrical Conductivity: The high purity copper surface provides a low resistance path to earth, efficiently dissipating fault currents, lightning strikes, and transient overvoltages.
• Extended Lifespan & Durability: Designed for a service life of 25+ years, these electrodes are virtually maintenance-free, offering long-term reliability and peace of mind.
• Cost-Effective Solution: Offers the performance benefits of pure copper at a significantly lower cost, making it an economically viable choice for critical earthing applications.
• Consistency & Quality: Manufactured under strict quality control measures to meet or exceed international standards, ensuring uniform thickness, conductivity, and mechanical properties.
• Adherence to International Standards: Complies with major international standards such as UL 467, IEC 62561-2, IS 3043, BS 7430, and IEEE 80, ensuring suitability for global projects.

Benefits

• Enhanced Safety: Provides a secure and stable path for fault currents, protecting human life and sensitive electronic equipment from dangerous electrical surges and lightning.
• Equipment Protection: Minimizes damage to electrical and electronic systems, reducing downtime and costly repairs by safely diverting harmful currents to the earth.
• System Stability: Ensures a stable ground reference for electrical networks, contributing to the efficient and reliable operation of power systems and sensitive instrumentation.
• Long-Term Reliability: The robust construction and corrosion resistance guarantee consistent performance over decades, reducing the need for frequent testing and replacement.
• Regulatory Compliance: Helps organizations meet stringent electrical safety codes and regulations, avoiding penalties and ensuring operational legality.
• Ease of Installation: Despite their strength, they are designed for relatively straightforward installation, especially when used with appropriate driving accessories and backfill compounds.

Applications

Our Copper Bonded Earthing Electrodes are indispensable across a wide range of industries and infrastructure projects:

• Residential & Commercial Buildings: Protecting homes, offices, and retail spaces.
• Industrial Facilities & Manufacturing Plants: Essential for heavy machinery, control systems, and power distribution.
• Telecommunication Towers & Data Centers: Safeguarding critical communication infrastructure and sensitive IT equipment.
• Power Generation & Distribution Systems: Substations, transformers, and transmission lines.
• Renewable Energy Installations: Solar farms, wind turbines, and energy storage systems.
• Oil & Gas Refineries: Providing safety in hazardous environments.
• Railway & Metro Systems: Grounding for signaling, power, and rolling stock.
• Hospitals & Educational Institutions: Ensuring safety for critical medical equipment and learning environments.
• Defense & Aviation: Grounding sensitive radar systems and air traffic control.

Technical Specifications (Typical, Customizable)

• Material: High-Tensile Low Carbon Steel Core with 99.9% Pure Electrolytic Copper Bonding
• Copper Layer Thickness:
  • Standard: 250 microns (0.25mm) minimum
  • Heavy Duty: 350 microns, 500 microns (0.5mm), or as per client requirement.
• Diameter Options:
  • 17.2 mm (3/4 inch)
  • 19 mm (approx. 3/4 inch)
  • 25 mm (1 inch)
  • 38 mm (1.5 inch)
  • Custom diameters available upon request.
• Length Options:
  • 1 meter (3.3 feet)
  • 2 meters (6.6 feet)
  • 3 meters (9.8 feet)
  • Custom lengths and sectional rods (with couplers) available.
• Tensile Strength: > 600 N/mm² (typical)
• Bonding Type: Molecular, non-corrosive, non-ferrous bond.
• Resistance: Low and stable ground resistance.
• Standards Adhered To: UL 467, IEC 62561-2, IS 3043, BS 7430, IEEE 80.
• Available Accessories: Driving studs, couplers, clamps, and backfill earthing compound (BFC) for optimal performance.

Why Choose Our Copper Bonded Earthing Electrodes?

• Unrivaled Quality: We utilize only the highest grade materials and advanced manufacturing processes to produce electrodes that consistently exceed industry expectations.
• Expertise & Experience: With years of experience in earthing solutions, we understand the critical nuances of effective grounding and offer products engineered for real-world performance.
• Customization Options: We provide flexibility in dimensions and copper thickness to perfectly match your specific project requirements and budget.
• Competitive Pricing: Delivering premium quality and performance without compromising on cost-effectiveness.
• Commitment to Safety: Our products are designed with ultimate safety as the paramount objective, protecting lives and investments.
• Dedicated Support: Our team of experts is ready to assist you with product selection, technical guidance, and project consultation.

Installation & Maintenance

Our Copper Bonded Earthing Electrodes are designed for straightforward installation by trained professionals. For optimal performance, especially in challenging soil conditions, we recommend using our specialized Backfill Earthing Compound (BFC) to lower soil resistivity and enhance the electrode's efficiency and lifespan. These electrodes require minimal to no maintenance once installed, thanks to their robust, corrosion-resistant design.

Contact Us Today

Ensure the safety and reliability of your electrical infrastructure. For detailed specifications, pricing, or to request a quote, please contact our sales team. We look forward to providing you with a superior earthing solution tailored to your needs.