Description

Copper Bonded Chemical Earth Electrode by iSiemens

The Ultimate Solution for Reliable, Long-Lasting Earthing in Challenging Environments

In today's electrically dependent world, robust and reliable earthing is paramount for safety, equipment protection, and system stability. The iSiemens Copper Bonded Chemical Earth Electrode stands as a premium, high-performance solution engineered to deliver superior grounding in even the most demanding soil conditions.

Combining the strength of steel with the unparalleled conductivity and corrosion resistance of pure copper, our chemical earth electrode system goes beyond conventional earthing rods to provide an exceptionally low and stable earth resistance for critical infrastructure.

✨ Key Features:

• Superior Copper Bonding:
  • High-Strength Steel Core: Constructed from high-tensile, low-carbon steel, providing exceptional mechanical strength for easy driving into the ground and resistance against bending.
  • Molecularly Bonded Copper Layer: A minimum of 250 microns (or customizable to 300+ microns) of 99.9% pure electrolytic copper is molecularly bonded onto the steel core. This permanent, non-peeling bond ensures maximum conductivity and prevents bimetallic corrosion.
• Integrated Chemical Earth System:
  • Hollow/Perforated Design: Specifically engineered to be filled with a high-conductivity, non-corrosive backfill compound (e.g., Bentonite or Ground Enhancement Material - GEM).
  • Optimized Surface Area: The design, combined with the chemical backfill, significantly increases the effective surface area for current dissipation, far exceeding that of a solid rod.
• Exceptional Corrosion Resistance: The thick, uniform copper layer provides a durable shield against soil chemicals, moisture, and galvanic corrosion, ensuring a significantly longer service life compared to galvanized or standard copper-plated alternatives.
• High Current Dissipation Capability: Designed to safely and efficiently dissipate large fault currents, lightning strikes, and transient overvoltages, protecting sensitive equipment and personnel.
• Consistent Performance: Achieves and maintains a low, stable earth resistance over time, even with varying soil moisture content and temperature fluctuations.
• Variety of Sizes: Available in various diameters (e.g., 40mm, 50mm, 76mm) and lengths (e.g., 1m, 2m, 3m) to suit diverse project requirements and soil resistivity levels.
• Threaded or Pointed End Options: Facilitates easy installation and connection.
• Compliance with International Standards: Manufactured to meet or exceed stringent industry standards such as IEEE 80, UL 467, IEC 62561-2, IS 3043, and others.

🌟 Benefits for Your Project:

• Enhanced Safety: Significantly reduces step and touch potentials, safeguarding personnel from electrical shock during fault conditions.
• Optimized Equipment Protection: Shields expensive and sensitive electronic equipment from damage caused by lightning strikes, transient overvoltages, and ground faults, minimizing downtime and repair costs.
• Superior Earth Resistance Reduction: Effectively lowers earth resistance, especially in areas with high soil resistivity, often eliminating the need for extensive, multiple earthing pits.
• Unmatched Durability & Longevity: Offers a service life of 25 years or more, drastically reducing the need for replacement and maintenance.
• Cost-Effective Solution: Provides the performance of solid copper electrodes at a more economical price point, coupled with the mechanical strength of steel.
• Reduced Maintenance: The stable resistance and corrosion-resistant properties mean less monitoring and intervention are required over its lifespan.
• Regulatory Compliance: Helps projects meet stringent national and international earthing regulations and safety standards.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for a wide range of environments and critical applications.

⚙️ How it Works:

The iSiemens Copper Bonded Chemical Earth Electrode leverages a multi-faceted approach to achieve superior earthing:

1. Low Resistance Path: The pure copper outer layer provides an excellent conductive path for fault currents to dissipate into the ground.
2. Increased Effective Area: The hollow structure of the electrode allows for the integration of a highly conductive, non-corrosive backfill material (e.g., GEM). This material permeates the surrounding soil, vastly increasing the effective surface area for current dispersion and creating a zone of consistently low resistivity.
3. Moisture Absorption: The backfill material typically has hygroscopic properties, absorbing and retaining moisture from the surrounding soil, ensuring a stable and consistent low-resistance path even in dry conditions.
4. Corrosion Protection: The molecularly bonded copper layer protects the steel core and ensures long-term integrity, while the chemical backfill often contains corrosion inhibitors, further extending the system's life.

🎯 Ideal Applications:

• Telecom Infrastructure: Mobile towers, data centers, communication hubs.
• Power Generation & Distribution: Substations, power plants, transmission lines.
• Industrial Facilities: Manufacturing plants, chemical facilities, heavy industries.
• Commercial & Residential Buildings: High-rise structures, hospitals, educational institutions.
• Renewable Energy: Solar farms, wind power installations.
• Railways & Transportation: Signal systems, traction substations.
• Oil & Gas: Refineries, pipelines, storage facilities.
• Defence & Aerospace: Critical electronic systems, radar installations.

📊 Technical Specifications:

• Material: Copper Bonded High-Tensile Low Carbon Steel
• Copper Purity: >99.9% Electrolytic Copper
• Copper Bonding Thickness: 250 microns (standard), 300+ microns (customizable)
• Core Material: High Tensile Steel (Tensile Strength > 600N/mm²)
• Bonding Method: Molecularly bonded (non-electrolytic plating)
• Diameter Options: 40mm, 50mm, 76mm (other sizes available on request)
• Length Options: 1000mm, 2000mm, 3000mm (customizable)
• Compatible Backfill: Ground Enhancement Material (GEM), Bentonite, or similar conductive compounds.
• Lifespan: 25+ years under typical conditions
• Standards Compliant: IEEE 80, UL 467, IEC 62561-2, IS 3043, BS 7430, etc.
• Temperature Range: -20°C to +70°C (for electrode and typical backfill)
• Test Points: Optional access points for resistance measurement.

🛡️ Why Choose iSiemens?

iSiemens is a name synonymous with quality, innovation, and reliability in electrical solutions. Our Copper Bonded Chemical Earth Electrode is a testament to our commitment to providing cutting-edge products that enhance safety and operational efficiency. With rigorous testing, adherence to international standards, and a focus on long-term performance, choosing iSiemens means investing in peace of mind for your critical earthing infrastructure.

• Proven Expertise: Decades of experience in electrical engineering and grounding solutions.
• Quality Assurance: Strict manufacturing processes and quality control.
• Innovation: Continuously developing advanced solutions for complex electrical challenges.
• Customer Support: Dedicated technical support and product guidance.

Don't compromise on safety or system performance. Ensure robust and reliable earthing for your critical assets with the iSiemens Copper Bonded Chemical Earth Electrode.

Contact us today to learn more or request a personalized quote for your project.