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What Are Lightning Surge Protection Devices?

Lightning Surge Protection Devices are essential for safeguarding electrical systems and equipment from high voltage peaks caused by lightning strikes. They protect against electrical surges and transient voltages that can damage sensitive devices. Inductive effects from nearby lightning discharges can induce high voltage transients onto long cables, making equipment connected through these cables particularly vulnerable. Surge protection devices (SPDs) help mitigate these risks by diverting excess voltage and ensuring the safety of both power and signal cables.https://www.lightningprotection.com/everything-need-know-surge-protection/

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An Integrated Approach For Complete Lightning Rod Protection

A lightning rod is a metal rod mounted on a structure and intended to protect the structure from a lightning strike. If lightning hits the structure, it will preferentially strike the rod and be conducted to ground through a wire instead of passing through the structure, where it could start a fire or cause electrocution. Lightning rods are also called finials, air terminals, or strike termination devices. This technology goes back about 250 years to when Benjamin Franklin developed it.

It was designed primarily for structural protection.

Today, society has evolved to include sophisticated communications, computers, networks, power, power generation, GPS, space travel, air travel, and many more, but many companies are still using a lightning protection unit that goes back to the 1700s. Today’s standards are still rooted in the Ben Franklin system, including the National Fire Protection Agency NFPA 780 and Underwriters Laboratory (UL). Their primary mission is founded on structural protection and personal safety, but they are not geared toward electronic integrity and lightning elimination.

That is why LEC recommends an integrated approach for complete Lightning rod protection.

LEC's Charge Transfer System (patented as the Dissipation Array System or DAS) uses a naturally occurring, scientific phenomenon called point discharge to retard the collection of lightning within a finite protection zone. LEC does not attract the lightning. LEC's system lowers the static field in the protected area long enough for the lightning strike to terminate outside the protected area. The DAS is engineered for the specific application or site.

With LEC’s unique combination of experienced consultants, engineers, and integrated services, you can rely on expert advice backed by over 50 years of experience. LEC's services have provided lightning protection, grounding, and surge protection solutions throughout multiple industries, providing greater lightning safety, savings, and efficiency using a proprietary approach to risk reduction. The necessary services are dependent on your company’s lightning safety requirements. They can be as simple as a technical review or as extensive as a site survey. An LEC sales associate will be able to help you determine what your needs are.

The LEC Advantage is the heart and soul of our products and services. LEC technical development superiority, consulting services, and lightning prevention solutions are customized for each client.

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CHEM Grounding Rod Designed With Lightning, Industries, Inspection And Refill In Mind

Sometimes, the harm caused by a single lightning hit or stray current becomes unaffordable. It not only damages your valuable equipment, but also human life. LEC’s grounding rod has considered as the best option in this regard. These CHEM rods are sure to reduce the risks of any valuable or human life more effectively than any other kind of grounding rods. With the most efficient earth interface, you can easily feel safe and secure during lightning.

Earthing is the process of creating an alternative path for the flow of fault/excessive current safety into the ground in the presence of minimal resistance or impedance. Our earthing system offers superior product life, it is cost effective and maintenance free.

Designed With Easy Inspection And Refill In Mind

An efficient grounding system is critical to personnel safety and uninterrupted operations. But conventional ground rods are typically insufficient for industrial uses where target resistance can be less than 1 ohm.

The CHEM-Rod solves problems found with conventional ground rods by requiring less real estate and fewer electrodes to meet specified resistance.

Designed With Lightning In Mind

High-frequency transient events like lightning force current flow to the surface of an object. In these events, electrodes with more surface area have less impedance.

A copper CHEM-Rod has about four times more surface area than a traditional grounding rod. This larger surface area helps create the low-impedance connection required to safely channel high-frequency lightning currents to earth.

As grounding standards have evolved to require lower resistance levels, better electrodes are needed. While old methods may have been adequate for grounding to 25 ohms, using the same methods to reach 1 ohm or even 5 ohms can be impractical if not simply impossible. An optimized grounding electrode like the CHEM-Rod can reach lower resistance levels with fewer electrodes than traditional methods, making it a more effective solution

Designed With Industries In Mind

Petrochemical, LNG, nuclear facilities, data centers, telecoms, broadcasting, process control and automation, corrections, hospitals, 911 call centers, government, military and defence installations, T&D operations, substations, wind turbines and more.

We are pioneers in lightning protection systems, surge protection systems & grounding systems. Connect with us to stay protected.

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Lightning surge protection devices are applied extensively on various industries, especially for those critical-mission industries. If you are interested in any of the applications get connected with our Lightning Eliminator team. Visit us at: https://www.lightningprotection.com/

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Lightning Surge Protection Devices For Every Mission-Critical Industry

Lightning surge protection devices are an indispensable part of lightning protection for electronic equipment. Its function is to limit the instantaneous overvoltage of the power line and signal transmission line to the voltage range that the equipment or system can withstand, or to discharge powerful excess lightning current into the ground.

The most reoccurring cause of surge is lightning. During a lightning storm, it may strike somewhere near a power source and affect the voltage running through it. When a lightning surge hits an electrical system, it damages the devices connected to it, resulting in a loss of efficiency.

The term surge protection device (SPD) describes electrical devices typically installed in power distribution panels, process control systems, communications systems, and other heavy-duty industrial systems, for protection against electrical surges and spikes, including those caused by lightning.

LEC provides an entire product line of lightning surge protection devices, like:

Facility guard for industrial service entrance and subpanel applications

The DC surge protector for protection of all DC applications to ensure maximum lightning safety

Data line protectors for low voltage telecom and control lines

Coaxial line protectors for protection of all types of coaxial line applications including antennas, microwaves, broadband, cellular systems, and GPS equipment

SPDs are classified according to their standards into three different types:

Type1 – this can discharge partial lightning currents and commonly employs spark gap technology. They are generally installed in the service entrance switchboard to protect low-voltage equipment from direct lightning strike overvoltage.

Type2 – this version can help prevent the spread of over-voltages in electrical installations and help protect connected equipment. They are fitted to all distribution panels that serve electrical equipment. They offer protection against the residual effects of lightning strikes and switching overvoltages.

Type3 – This are only required to be installed as a supplement to type2 and has a low discharge capacity. It's best suited for a location close to the protected equipment to further protect against switching transients generated within a facility.

Lightning surge protection devices are applied extensively on various industries, especially for those critical-mission industries. If you are interested in any of the applications get connected with our Lightning Eliminator team.

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Advanced Engineering in Grounding Rod for Lightning Protection:

Wind turbines provide us with renewable energy that relies on nature, rather than fossil fuels, to reap the benefits. Yet, due to the height of the structures and location, wind turbines can attract lightning that result in fires, downtime and damaged electronics. A grounding system is one of the most important components required for appropriate LPSs in wind turbines. Ready to protect your wind turbine from the dangers of lightning strikes!

For any further questions or queries, Contact us for more details: https://www.lightningprotection.com/grounding-earthing/

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An Integrated Approach For Complete Lightning Rod Protection

LEC offers an advanced lightning protection solution with its patented Charge Transfer System (Dissipation Array System or DAS). Unlike traditional lightning rods, which focus on structural protection, LEC's system uses point discharge to lower the static field in a protection zone, reducing the risk of lightning strikes within that area. This modern approach, backed by over 50 years of experience, integrates expert consulting, engineering, and customized services to enhance lightning safety and efficiency for various industries.https://www.lightningprotection.com/

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Our Maintenance Free Grounding Rod Provides a Low Resistance Interface With Earth

Grounding is a critical component of every electrical distribution system, essential for ensuring safety and reliability. A well-designed and properly maintained grounding system plays a vital role in reducing the risks of personnel electrocution, electrical fires, and equipment damage. By providing a safe path for electrical currents to dissipate into the earth, it prevents dangerous voltage buildups that could lead to catastrophic failures. Furthermore, an effective grounding system helps minimize downtime caused by electrical faults, ensuring the continuous and safe operation of the electrical infrastructure. In summary, grounding is indispensable for protecting both people and equipment in any electrical setup.https://www.lightningprotection.com/grounding-rod-can-save-your-life/

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Lightning Protection Design Process By LEC

The Design Study phase involves a detailed site visit by LEC’s engineering team, providing a scientific analysis of the site’s lightning exposure and customized protection options. The final Site Survey stage includes a comprehensive risk assessment, detailed engineering drawings, and system specifications. LEC also utilizes Smart Ground Testing, an advanced system that provides accurate results to improve grounding and lightning safety. The design ensures electrical components are protected by surge protective devices, while structures are safeguarded by external lightning protection systems, including rods, conductors, and earthing terminals.https://www.lightningprotection.com/choose-best-lightning-protection-design

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4 Ways To Protect Your Commercial Property From Lightning Damage

Lightning Damage  are more common than many realize, with over 23 million cloud-to-ground strikes occurring annually in the U.S. Lightning can cause severe damage through direct hits, electrical surges, and ground currents, leading to fires, structural damage, and compromised business operation. To protect your commercial property, implement a comprehensive lightning protection system, including lightning rods, conductors, and ground electrodes. Surge protection devices are also crucial to prevent power surges from damaging your electronics. Regular maintenance and inspections ensure your protection system remains effective. Additionally, educating employees on lightning safety is vital for reducing risks during storms.https://www.lightningprotection.com/lightning-damage-prevention/

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What Are Lightning Surge Protection Devices?

Lightning Surge Protection Devices are essential for safeguarding electrical systems and equipment from high voltage peaks caused by lightning strikes. They protect against electrical surges and transient voltages that can damage sensitive devices. Inductive effects from nearby lightning discharges can induce high voltage transients onto long cables, making equipment connected through these cables particularly vulnerable. Surge protection devices (SPDs) help mitigate these risks by diverting excess voltage and ensuring the safety of both power and signal cables.https://www.lightningprotection.com/everything-need-know-surge-protection/

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An Integrated Approach For Complete Lightning Rod Protection

LEC offers an advanced lightning protection solution with its patented Charge Transfer System (Dissipation Array System or DAS). Unlike traditional lightning rods, which focus on structural protection, LEC's system uses point discharge to lower the static field in a protection zone, reducing the risk of lightning strikes within that area. This modern approach, backed by over 50 years of experience, integrates expert consulting, engineering, and customized services to enhance lightning safety and efficiency for various industries.https://www.lightningprotection.com/

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Lightning Protection Design Process By LEC

The Design Study phase involves a detailed site visit by LEC’s engineering team, providing a scientific analysis of the site’s lightning exposure and customized protection options. The final Site Survey stage includes a comprehensive risk assessment, detailed engineering drawings, and system specifications. LEC also utilizes Smart Ground Testing, an advanced system that provides accurate results to improve grounding and lightning safety. The design ensures electrical components are protected by surge protective devices, while structures are safeguarded by external lightning protection systems, including rods, conductors, and earthing terminals.https://www.lightningprotection.com/choose-best-lightning-protection-design

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4 Ways To Protect Your Commercial Property From Lightning Damage

Lightning Damage  are more common than many realize, with over 23 million cloud-to-ground strikes occurring annually in the U.S. Lightning can cause severe damage through direct hits, electrical surges, and ground currents, leading to fires, structural damage, and compromised business operation. To protect your commercial property, implement a comprehensive lightning protection system, including lightning rods, conductors, and ground electrodes. Surge protection devices are also crucial to prevent power surges from damaging your electronics. Regular maintenance and inspections ensure your protection system remains effective. Additionally, educating employees on lightning safety is vital for reducing risks during storms.https://www.lightningprotection.com/lightning-damage-prevention/

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Our Maintenance Free Grounding Rod Provides a Low Resistance Interface With Earth

Grounding is a critical component of every electrical distribution system, essential for ensuring safety and reliability. A well-designed and properly maintained grounding system plays a vital role in reducing the risks of personnel electrocution, electrical fires, and equipment damage. By providing a safe path for electrical currents to dissipate into the earth, it prevents dangerous voltage buildups that could lead to catastrophic failures. Furthermore, an effective grounding system helps minimize downtime caused by electrical faults, ensuring the continuous and safe operation of the electrical infrastructure. In summary, grounding is indispensable for protecting both people and equipment in any electrical setup.https://www.lightningprotection.com/grounding-rod-can-save-your-life/

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What Are Lightning Surge Protection Devices?

Surge protection refers to protecting systems and electrical devices against excessively high voltage peaks, such as those caused by lightning strikes. It protects electrical installations and equipment from electrical surges and transient voltage.

When a discharge current passes near electrical cabling, inductive effects can cause transients to be induced onto cables. This is particularly prevalent on overhead cables carried long distances between poles or towers. It is common for electrical devices to be connected to power and signal cables that run through conducting trays, ducting, or carried via overhead cables to be affected. The longer the cables, the higher the likelihood that high voltage transient will be caused through coupling effects. This makes distantly located devices used for control and monitoring in remote locations particularly vulnerable to such events.

Transients induced onto power or signal cables due to EMI and magnetic/capacitive coupling effects are relatively straightforward to protect against. Lightning Surge Protection Devices can counter such transients.

When selecting Lightning Surge Protection Devices, remember that unit price is related to performance. Always consider the value of the protected device when calculating the budget for the protective elements.

Some of the UL-listed Lightning Surge Protection Devices by LEC are:

The FG300K Series, FG225K Series, and FGB220K Series are high-performance UL 1449 Listed Type 1 SPDs designed for critical panels located in the harshest environments. The Surge Protection Device (SPD) achieves the highest UL performance ratings for the Nominal Discharge Current (In) and High Current (SCCR) tests while providing a low Voltage Protection Rating (VPR).

The LEC TE-POE-A is a surge protection device for data circuit protection. It offers surge protection on category 6 Power-Over-Ethernet applications for loads up to 0.75 amps. This device helps to protect critical video, security, and computing equipment from damaging surges, transients, and circulating ground currents.

Data Line Protector (DLP) is the state-of-the-art series/hybrid surge protection and suppression for low voltage data lines, available in a range of configurations for telecom lines, control lines, and more to prevent lightning damage and provide surge protection.

LEC's design tools contain everything you need to keep up with new technology. Talk to us today to find out how we can protect your business from lightning surges and transients.