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Here's a detailed product description for "Copper Bonded" products, primarily focusing on copper-bonded grounding rods, as they are the most common application of this technology. It's written in Markdown format.

Premium Copper Bonded Grounding Electrodes

Unrivaled Protection. Unmatched Durability. Superior Performance.

Ensure the safety and integrity of your electrical systems with our Premium Copper Bonded Grounding Electrodes. Engineered for superior conductivity, exceptional strength, and long-lasting corrosion resistance, these grounding rods are the cornerstone of reliable earthing solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, and utility applications.

What is Copper Bonded Technology?

Copper bonded grounding rods are manufactured by electrolytically bonding a high-strength steel core with a thick, uniform layer of 99.9% pure electrolytic copper. This advanced manufacturing process ensures a molecular bond between the two metals, preventing separation and offering the best of both worlds: the tensile strength of steel for deep driving and the high conductivity and corrosion resistance of copper for a safe, low-resistance path to ground.

Key Features:

• High-Strength Steel Core: Constructed from robust, high-tensile steel, providing exceptional rigidity and resistance to bending or mushrooming during installation, even in challenging soil conditions.
• Uniform Copper Bonding: A precise and permanent molecular bond of 99.9% pure electrolytic copper, typically with a minimum thickness of 254 microns (10 mil), ensures consistent conductivity and extended service life.
• Superior Corrosion Resistance: The thick copper layer effectively protects the steel core from oxidation and corrosion, significantly extending the rod's lifespan compared to galvanized alternatives.
• Excellent Electrical Conductivity: The high purity copper surface provides a low-resistance path for fault currents, lightning strikes, and static discharges, enhancing safety and equipment protection.
• Diverse Sizing Options: Available in a wide range of diameters (e.g., 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 1") and lengths (e.g., 4 ft, 6 ft, 8 ft, 10 ft, 12 ft), with custom lengths available upon request to meet specific project requirements.
• Threaded or Pointed Ends:
  • Pointed Ends: Designed for easy driving into the earth.
  • Threaded Ends: Facilitate seamless coupling of multiple rods for deeper earthing applications, using standard connectors.
• Compliance with Industry Standards: Manufactured in accordance with leading international standards such as UL 467, IEEE 80, and IEC 62561-2, guaranteeing quality, safety, and performance.

Key Benefits:

• Enhanced Safety: Provides a highly effective discharge path for electrical faults, protecting personnel and sensitive equipment from dangerous electrical surges and lightning strikes.
• Long-Term Reliability: The robust construction and anti-corrosive properties ensure decades of maintenance-free performance, even in aggressive soil and atmospheric conditions.
• Cost-Effective Solution: Offers superior longevity and performance over traditional alternatives, reducing the need for frequent replacement and lowering overall lifecycle costs.
• Easy Installation: Designed for straightforward and efficient installation using standard driving equipment, minimizing labor time and effort.
• Versatile Applications: Suitable for a broad spectrum of grounding needs, providing a dependable solution across various sectors.
• Code Compliance: Meets stringent regulatory requirements, ensuring your installations are safe and legally compliant.

Typical Applications:

• Residential Electrical Systems: Home grounding, surge protection.
• Commercial & Industrial Facilities: Equipment grounding, building earthing.
• Telecommunications: Base stations, data centers, communication networks.
• Utility & Power Generation: Substations, transformers, power plants.
• Renewable Energy: Solar farms, wind turbine grounding.
• Lightning Protection Systems: Integral component for dissipating lightning energy.
• Oil & Gas Industry: Grounding for pipelines, storage tanks, and facilities.

Technical Specifications (Example - Specifics may vary by product code):

• Core Material: High-tensile steel (e.g., typically exceeding 600 N/mm² tensile strength)
• Bonding Material: 99.9% Pure Electrolytic Copper
• Copper Layer Thickness: Minimum 254 microns (10 mil)
• Diameter Range: 12.7 mm (1/2") to 25.4 mm (1")
• Length Range: 1.2 meters (4 ft) to 3.6 meters (12 ft) standard
• End Finish: Pointed / Chamfered / Threaded (NPT or UNC)
• Standards: UL 467, IEEE 80, IEC 62561-2
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +80°C

Why Choose Our Copper Bonded Products?

We are committed to delivering the highest quality grounding solutions. Our Copper Bonded Grounding Electrodes undergo rigorous testing and quality control processes to ensure every rod meets or exceeds industry standards. Invest in safety, reliability, and peace of mind with our expertly crafted grounding products.

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