Tag: earth rods

Copper Rod for Grounding

Types of Copper Bonded Earth Rods

Do you know what helps maintain the safety of you and your electrical appliances from fault current? A metal rod called Earth Rod. These Copper Rods establish quality earthing systems in overhead, underground electricity distribution and transmission networks. They provide ground contact in all soil conditions like high voltage substations, …

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Rod Earthing

Rod Earthing – Which Type Should You Use?

For safe electrical earthing and bonding, the choice of an appropriate Rod Earthing is pivotal for ensuring safety, reliability, and longevity of electrical installations. Rod Earthing  serve as a crucial component in grounding systems, providing a path for fault currents to safely dissipate into the earth. This blog delves into …

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Earthing Calculations

Earthing Calculations with Simplified Formulas!

Electrical earthing calculations are an integral part of electrical protective wiring. There are many pieces of equipment and appliances with metal surfaces around us. These metal surfaces could become energized due to lightning or wiring faults. If they do not have sufficient earthing and a person touches this surface, he …

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Copper Rod for grounding

What are Earth Rods?

What is an Earth Electrode? Earth Rods are a type of Earth Electrode. An Earth Electrode is a conducting element buried directly in the ground, facilitating the flow of fault currents towards the ground. This means that Earth Electrodes are metallic and, since they have to be buried for long …

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ABC Cable

Are ABC Cables Impacting Indian Power Distribution?

Aerial Bunched Cable (ABC) is an innovative concept for Over Head power distribution. When compared to the conventional bare conductor OH distribution system, ABC provides higher safety and reliability, lower power losses, stability in terms of voltage regulation and ultimate system economy by reducing installation, maintenance and operation costs. This …

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Busbar

Types of Busbars – Why do you need them?

What is a Busbar? A busbar is a metallic conductor that serves as a central hub for multiple electrical connections. It can be solid, hollow, or flexible, and comes in various shapes. In this blog, we will understand the Types of Busbars and their roles in respective applications. Essentially, it’s …

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AB Cable Installation

AB Cable – Installation & Laying Best Practices

Power distribution is a crucial aspect of our modern world, and the significance of Aerial Bundled Cables (AB Cable) in this respect can’t be overstated. AB Cable is a commonly used power distribution system with various benefits over traditional overhead lines. However, for it to deliver optimal performance, reliability, and …

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Wind Turbines

Why Wind Turbines needs Lightning & Surges Protection?

In this article, we will explore the importance, design & installation of Lightning & Surge Protection for wind turbines. This essential topic explores the cutting-edge strategies and technologies used to protect these towering giants from lightning strikes and transient over-voltages, ensuring their reliable operation, minimising downtime, and safeguarding valuable components …

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Battery Storage System

Why do Battery Storage Systems need Lightning & Surge Protection?

Battery storage systems have emerged as a pivotal technology in the energy revolution, enabling the storage of locally produced electricity on-site. These systems, often housed in containerized units, store power generated by renewable sources such as photovoltaic systems and wind turbines, and feed it back into the grid on demand. …

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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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