Category: Earthing & Grounding

Good Earthing

Good Earthing Essentials Explained!

Good earthing systems play a critical role in protecting structures, equipment, and personnel from the devastating effects of lightning strikes. With fast rise times and large magnitude currents associated with lightning, special attention is required when designing and implementing earthing systems. This guide will walk you through the essential characteristics …

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EV Charging Station

EV Charging Station Safety – The Surprising Need for Earthing

Earthing, also known as grounding, is a crucial aspect of electrical safety for EV charging stations. It involves connecting the metal components of the charging station to the earth using a conductor to divert any electrical current that may occur due to a fault in the charging station or other …

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Earth Rod Installation BS 7430 and IEC 62305

Calculation of Earth Rod using BS 7430 & IEC 62305

A well-designed earthing system is the fundamental requirement for any electrical structure or system, regardless of the voltage level. International standards such as IEC 62305 and BS 7430 play a crucial role in ensuring safety by defining earthing design practices for various electrical installations. Earthing systems consist of earth electrodes, …

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TNSC Earthing System

TNCS Earthing System – Explained In Detail

 TNCS  earthing systems are a type of electrical earthing system that protect people and structures from electrical hazards and ensure the safety and reliability of the installation process. TNCS (TN-C-S) systems are characterised by using a combined neutral and earth conductor (C and S), which connects the electrical installation to …

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Copper Flats

Copper Flats VS Galvanized Iron Flats – Which one is better?

Earthing is a crucial aspect of electrical safety in any structure. There are a variety of earthing techniques available to enable the fault current to flow safely into the earth. Most of the time we select products that are easily available at a lower cost, but this is a wrong …

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TNS Earthing System

What is TNS Earthing System?

TNS (TN-S) earthing systems are vital for any electrical installation, providing a safe and reliable connection to the ground to protect people and property from electrical hazards. In this blog post, we will explore the basics of TNS earthing system, including how they work, the main components of these systems, …

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Solar farm

Why Every Solar Farm Needs Earthing?

Setting up a solar farm can be a significant investment, as it typically involves purchasing a large number of solar panels, inverters, and other electrical equipment, as well as installing the necessary infrastructure, such as support structures, electrical wiring, and earthing systems. It is critical for a solar farm to …

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Earth Plate

Earthing Plates – Function, Types & Applications

In this blog, we will discuss the basics of earthing plates, including their function, types, and applications. We will also cover the regulations and standards that apply to earthing plates, and the quality characteristics to consider when buying earthing plates. Finally, we will discuss the advantages and limitations of earthing …

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Earthing Design

How to select an Earthing Design?

Always complete your Earthing Design before installing an Earthing System to ensure that the system works safely. An earthing system is a critical component of any electrical system and provides a safe and reliable path for electrical current to flow to the ground. This protects against electrical hazards, such as …

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Copper Rod in Maintenance Free Earthing

What is Maintenance Free Earthing?

Earthing, also known as grounding, is the practice of transferring electrical charges to the ground through low-resistance cables or rods to quickly discharge any stored energy. There are two main types of earthing: maintenance-free earthing and conventional system earthing. In this article, we will focus on maintenance-free earthing, which is …

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