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Rod Type Lightning Arrester: High-Performance External Protection

Overview

The Rod Type Lightning Arrester is a fundamental and critically important component of any robust external lightning protection system (LPS). Designed as the primary interception point for direct lightning strikes, it acts as the first line of defense, safely capturing the immense energy of a lightning discharge and directing it along the designated down conductor path to the earthing system. Our rod type lightning arresters are engineered for superior performance, durability, and compliance with international safety standards, ensuring maximum protection for structures, equipment, and personnel.

Key Features

• Optimal Strike Interception: Features an optimized geometry, typically a pointed or rounded tip, designed for effective and reliable interception of direct lightning strikes.
• High Conductivity Materials: Manufactured from premium, high-conductivity materials such as:
  • 99.9% Pure Copper: Excellent electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance.
  • High-Grade Stainless Steel (AISI 304/316): Superior mechanical strength and outstanding resistance to corrosion, even in harsh environments.
• Robust & Weather-Resistant Construction: Built to withstand extreme weather conditions, including high winds, heavy rain, snow, ice, and UV radiation, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.
• Corrosion Protection: Available in natural finish, or with options for nickel-plating, tin-plating, or copper-cladding for enhanced corrosion resistance and extended service life.
• Versatile Mounting Options: Designed for flexible installation on various elevated structures, rooftops, masts, and towers. Typically includes options for:
  • Threaded bases (e.g., M10, M16) for secure attachment to mounting brackets or threaded rods.
  • Flange or plate bases for direct surface mounting.
• Secure Connection Point: Features a robust terminal or connection lug for a secure and low-resistance attachment to the down conductor, facilitating efficient discharge of lightning current.
• Compliance with Standards: Fully compliant with leading international lightning protection standards, including:
  • IEC 62305 (Protection against Lightning)
  • NFPA 780 (Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems)
  • UL 96 (Standard for Lightning Protection Components)

Benefits

• Enhanced Safety: Protects human life within and around structures by safely directing dangerous lightning currents away from occupants.
• Asset Protection: Prevents costly physical damage to buildings, critical infrastructure, sensitive electronic equipment, and valuable assets.
• Operational Continuity: Minimizes downtime and operational disruptions caused by lightning-induced failures, ensuring continuous business operations.
• Long Service Life: Constructed from durable, corrosion-resistant materials that require minimal maintenance and offer decades of reliable performance.
• Regulatory Compliance: Helps facilities meet mandatory safety regulations and insurance requirements for lightning protection.
• Scalable Solution: Available in various lengths and diameters to suit specific protection requirements and structural dimensions.

Technical Specifications

• Material Options:
  • Solid Copper (Cu 99.9%)
  • Stainless Steel (AISI 304, AISI 316)
• Finish Options:
  • Natural Copper
  • Nickel Plated Copper
  • Tin Plated Copper
  • Natural Stainless Steel
• Standard Diameters: 12mm, 16mm, 20mm, 25mm (Custom diameters available upon request)
• Standard Lengths: 300mm, 500mm, 1000mm, 1500mm, 2000mm (Custom lengths available)
• Connection Type:
  • M10, M16 Threaded Base
  • Flat Base Plate (with pre-drilled holes)
  • Specific clamp-type connections
• Current Withstand Capacity: Designed to safely conduct high lightning impulse currents (e.g., up to 200kA – depending on dimensions and material).
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +80°C
• Standards Compliance: IEC 62305, NFPA 780, UL 96, EN 50164 series.

Applications

• Commercial & Residential Buildings: High-rise buildings, office complexes, homes, and apartment blocks.
• Industrial Facilities: Factories, manufacturing plants, chemical processing units, and warehouses.
• Power & Energy Sector: Power generation plants, electrical substations, transmission towers, and wind turbines.
• Telecommunications: Communication towers, radio masts, cellular base stations, and data centers.
• Oil & Gas: Refineries, storage tanks, drilling platforms, and pipelines.
• Public Infrastructure: Hospitals, schools, airports, stadiums, and government buildings.
• Historical & Heritage Sites: Protecting valuable and irreplaceable structures.

Installation & Maintenance

Our Rod Type Lightning Arresters are designed for straightforward integration into a complete LPS. Proper installation requires secure mounting to the highest points of a structure and a low-resistance connection to a dedicated down conductor, which in turn must be connected to an effective earthing system. While generally maintenance-free, periodic visual inspections are recommended to ensure the physical integrity of the rod and its connections, especially after severe weather events.

Protect your investments and ensure safety with our premium Rod Type Lightning Arresters. Contact us today for detailed specifications, customization options, and a comprehensive lightning protection solution.