Description

Copper Bonded Earthing Electrode

Superior Grounding Performance with Unmatched Durability

Our Copper Bonded Earthing Electrodes are engineered to provide a robust, reliable, and long-lasting solution for effective earthing and grounding systems. Combining the mechanical strength of steel with the high conductivity and corrosion resistance of pure copper, these electrodes are a critical component for protecting personnel, sensitive equipment, and entire electrical infrastructures from fault currents and lightning strikes.

Key Features:

• Molecularly Bonded Copper Layer: A minimum of 250 microns (or specified thickness) of 99.9% pure electrolytic copper is molecularly bonded onto a high-tensile steel core. This permanent bond prevents delamination and ensures a uniform, consistent copper layer.
• High-Strength Steel Core: The robust steel core provides exceptional mechanical strength, allowing for deep driving into various soil conditions without bending or breaking, and offering superior resistance to physical damage.
• Exceptional Conductivity: The pure copper outer layer ensures maximum conductivity for efficient dissipation of fault currents and transient overvoltages into the earth.
• Superior Corrosion Resistance: Copper's inherent resistance to corrosion significantly extends the service life of the electrode compared to galvanized alternatives, ensuring stable earthing resistance over decades.
• Long Service Life: Designed for longevity, these electrodes maintain their integrity and performance in diverse soil types and environmental conditions, minimizing the need for frequent replacement.
• Meets International Standards: Manufactured in strict compliance with globally recognized standards such as UL 467, IEEE 80, BS EN 50522, and IEC 62561-2, ensuring high quality, safety, and performance.
• Variety of Sizes: Available in a comprehensive range of diameters and lengths to suit specific earthing requirements and soil conditions.
• Threaded Options: Optionally available with threaded ends for easy coupling and extension, enabling deeper earth penetration and lower resistance values.

Benefits:

• Enhanced Safety: Provides a safe path for fault currents to dissipate, protecting personnel from electric shock and reducing the risk of fire.
• Optimized Performance: Maintains a stable and low earthing resistance, crucial for the reliable operation of sensitive electronic equipment and communication systems.
• Durability & Longevity: Offers a significantly longer operational lifespan than ordinary galvanized rods, leading to greater system reliability and less maintenance.
• Cost-Effectiveness: Despite a higher initial investment than galvanized rods, the extended lifespan, reduced maintenance, and superior performance result in lower total cost of ownership over time.
• Easy Installation: The rigid steel core facilitates easier and faster installation, even in hard ground, using standard driving tools.
• Compliance & Reliability: Ensures adherence to safety regulations and industry best practices, guaranteeing a dependable earthing system.

Technical Specifications:

• Core Material: High-tensile, low-carbon steel (e.g., C1010 / EN8 equivalent)
• Copper Purity: 99.9% Electrolytic Copper
• Copper Bonding Thickness:
  • Standard: ≥ 250 microns (0.25 mm)
  • Optional: 330 microns, 500 microns, or as per specific requirements
• Diameter:
  • Standard: 12.7 mm (1/2"), 14.2 mm (5/8"), 16.0 mm, 17.2 mm, 19.0 mm (3/4"), 25.4 mm (1")
  • Other diameters available upon request.
• Length: 1 Meter (3.3 ft), 2 Meters (6.6 ft), 3 Meters (9.8 ft), 4 Meters (13.1 ft) (Custom lengths available)
• Tensile Strength: Typically > 600 N/mm²
• Electrical Resistance: Less than 0.1 ohm-meter
• Bonding Adhesion: Tested to withstand bending and stretching without separation (e.g., UL 467 specified tests).
• Operating Temperature: Suitable for a wide range of ambient temperatures.
• Packaging: Individually sleeved or bundled, secured for transport.

Applications:

Our Copper Bonded Earthing Electrodes are indispensable for a wide array of applications, including:

• Power Generation & Distribution: Substations, power plants, transmission lines.
• Telecommunication: Cell towers, data centers, communication hubs.
• Industrial Facilities: Factories, manufacturing plants, process industries.
• Commercial & Residential Buildings: Office complexes, hospitals, schools, homes.
• Lightning Protection Systems: As the primary grounding element for lightning arrestors.
• Oil & Gas Industry: Refineries, pipelines, storage facilities.
• Renewable Energy: Solar farms, wind turbine installations.
• Railways & Transportation: Signalling systems, electrical infrastructure.

Why Choose Our Copper Bonded Earthing Electrodes?

We are committed to delivering the highest quality earthing solutions. Our Copper Bonded Earthing Electrodes are meticulously manufactured using state-of-the-art technology and premium materials, ensuring unparalleled performance, reliability, and safety. Backed by rigorous testing and adherence to international standards, you can trust our electrodes to form the bedrock of a secure and efficient earthing system for your critical infrastructure.

Ordering Information:

Available in various sizes and specifications. Please contact our sales team to discuss your specific project requirements, request technical data sheets, or obtain a competitive quote.

Ensure the safety and reliability of your electrical systems. Choose our Copper Bonded Earthing Electrodes for superior grounding performance.