Electricity distribution

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…

3 years ago

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…

3 years ago

Role of Clamps in AB Cable Accessories

Suspension Clamp, Service Clamp, Anchoring Clamp, Tension Clamp & High Tension Clamp are some of the crucial components of the…

3 years ago

GI vs Copper Plate Earthing – Which one is better?

Scope: The primary reason for earthing in an electrical network is for safety. When all metallic portions of electrical equipment…

4 years ago

Lugs – Types, Applications and Features

Scope of Electrical Lugs: A cable lug is a component of an electrical device that connects the cable to the…

4 years ago

Ground Potential Rise Study

Scope: The result of a ground electrode impedance, referenced to remote earth, and the current that flows through that electrode…

4 years ago

What are Touch and Step Potential Requirements?

Objective: To grasp the concept of step and touch potential as per IEC 62305-3 (EN 62305-3) How energy dissipates over…

4 years ago

Essentials of Neutral Grounding System

Objective: Indian Standard IS: 3043 – 2018 [Code of Practice for Earthing – Second Revision] says the following: Earthing refers…

4 years ago

Importance of Stainless Steel Earth Rods

Scope: Earth rods constructed of austenitic stainless steel according to British specifications. Stainless steel rods are comparable to copper rods;…

4 years ago

Types of Copper Bonded Earth Rods

Copper bonded earth rods establish quality earthing systems in overhead, underground electricity distribution and transmission networks. They provide ground contact…

4 years ago