Earthing & Lightning Protection

Product Catalogue
Furse is a world leader in the design,
manufacture and supply of earthing and
lightning protection systems. Combining over
100 years’ technical expertise with an
enviable reputation for innovation, quality and
service, Furse is uniquely placed to provide a
‘Total Solution’ to all your earthing, lightning
and transient overvoltage protection needs.
Since 1998, the Furse brand has been included in the
product portfolio of the Thomas & Betts Corporation.
Thomas & Betts was founded in New York in 1898.
The corporate headquarters now reside in Memphis,
Tennessee with the company being listed on the New
York stock exchange. Thomas & Betts has now over
100 years of experience of successfully supplying
quality products to the market by using innovative
design and manufacturing techniques. A truly global
player having a presence in Europe, North & Central
America, Australia and the Far & Middle East.
Worldwide 13,000 employees are dedicated to
ensuring that Thomas & Betts is fast, flexible and
customer focused.

Whilst one of our core markets remains in electrical

products, Thomas & Betts also has leading brands
along with significant market share in emergency
lighting and fire detection, steel structures,
communications, electronic systems protection,
earthing and lightning protection. In recent years,
Thomas & Betts has developed a formidable safety
products division. This division serves as a key
knowledge platform, focusing on continued
product innovation and delivery of competitive
solutions to our customers. Furse, being one of the
leading brands within this division, benefits from
economies of scale in product development and
production, facilitating the further efficient
development of earthing, lightning protection and
electronic surge protection systems.
 Contents

Company background 2–5

With over 100 years experience, Furse is the name you can rely on

The importance of lightning protection 6–7

Key considerations identifying the need for both external and internal lightning protection for effective cover
against lightning strikes

Technical design service 8–9

Not only do we supply lightning protection and earthing materials, we will also design the system you need

Furse – Total solution to lightning protection 10

Furse offers comprehensive solutions for all lightning protection needs

Lightning protection 11 – 40
Providing an overview of the requirements for an effective structural lightning protection system together with
detailed product information

Conductors 41 – 48
Including the flat tape, solid circular and stranded conductor ranges

Earthing 49 – 76
Earthing design considerations and full details of the Furse range of earthing materials

Introduction to the new standard BS EN/IEC 62305 77 – 93

An overview of BS EN/IEC 62305, its impact on lightning protection and the support and advice available from Furse

Index 94 – 95
Usefully arranged by application and product

Customer services 96
Sales and Technical enquiries, how to order and Furse on the web

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 Company background

A world of experience Expertise and know how

Since 1893, when William Joseph Furse bought a small At Furse, our wealth of knowledge in structural
steeplejacking company, Furse has been proud of our lightning protection, earthing and transient
commitment to innovation and quality. overvoltage protection gives our engineers the ability
to offer leading edge product development and
unparalleled technical support.
From dedicated teams of design engineers developing
new products to meet the ever-changing demands of
the marketplace, to accredited engineers that can
design lightning protection and earth electrode
systems to the relevant British Standard (BS) or any
other recognised national or international standard,
Furse technical expertise is focused on the customer.
Our expertise has also been confirmed by our
continuing contributions to British, European and
Throughout the decades of vast technological change,
international standards for lightning and transient
Furse has adapted and expanded accordingly,
overvoltage protection (BSI, CENELEC and IEC) and
providing world leading structural lightning
earthing (BSI).
protection, earthing and transient overvoltage
protection. With offices and strong distribution
networks throughout the Far East, Furse is uniquely
placed to provide total lightning protection solutions.
Furthermore, by working on projects in over 120
countries, many as prestigious as the Petronas Towers
in Kuala Lumpur, and Disneyland Hong Kong, Furse
has developed the experience and expertise that will
ensure we continue to lead the field throughout the
21st century.

Thomas & Betts

In 1998, Furse became part of the Thomas & Betts Commitment to quality
Corporation, who, like ourselves, has over 100 years of For us, our ISO 9001 Registration is only the start of
electrical engineering experience. our commitment to quality.
As one of the world’s leading manufacturers of A commitment that applies equally to all areas of
electrical and electronic components, Thomas & Betts Furse – from design and development to
is renowned for their interconnection and cable manufacturing and customer services.
management products.
With many of its well known brands available
worldwide, and its continued focus on product
development and innovation, Thomas & Betts remains
The support you need
the assured choice for competitive solutions within the At Furse we believe in sharing our knowledge with
Far East market. you, so you can make a properly informed decision –
whether it’s on the phone, through a presentation, or
with our comprehensive technical literature.
Whatever your query, technical support is readily
available either from our teams of engineers, or from
our offices throughout the Far East and further afield,
all supported by an international network of
distributors.
Additionally, to help you identify what protection you
do (and don’t) need, in many countries, free of charge
site surveys are available.

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The best products, the best guidance... for total lightning protection
Furse offers the very best in terms of product development, service and support for all parties involved in lightning,
earthing and transient overvoltage protection.
Our services and products cover the entire scope of lightning protection, from air terminals and conductors for
structural protection, earth rods, plates, bonds and clamps etc, together with exothermic welding for effective
earthing, through to enhanced surge protection devices for equipotential bonding and for protecting essential
electronic systems within structures.
In short, Furse offers the Total Solution to lightning protection.
We provide a comprehensive range of product literature to support our customers with product selection or
technical information as required when preparing lightning protection systems. Details of our range of publications
is provided below. Contact your local office today for further information and to request your copy.

Earthing & Lightning Protection Product Catalogue

Our full range of copper and aluminium lightning protection products,
essential for protecting external structures, including:
● Air terminals, bases and clamps
● Conductors
● Earthing materials, rods, fixings, clamps, earth bars and inspection pits
● Earth resistance testing equipment, compression tools and connectors

Earthing & Lightning Protection

Product Catalogue

Electronic Systems Protection Product Catalogue

Our full range of Surge Protection Devices (SPDs), essential for protecting
against transient overvoltages caused by lightning and electrical switching
events, including:
● Service entrance and equipotential bonding SPDs
● Protectors for mains power supplies
● Protectors for data communication and signal lines
● Protectors for telephone lines and computer networks
Electronic Systems Protection
Product Catalogue

FurseWELD Exothermic Welding Product Catalogue

Comprehensive information on the FurseWELD exothermic welding system
– our fast, easy and portable way of creating high quality, fault tolerant
joints without any external power or heat source. Covering both
FurseWELD and SureSHOT methods for forming permanent electrical
connections.

FurseWELD Exothermic Welding 3

Product Catalogue

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 What our customers say about us

At Furse, we are fully committed to providing the best value solutions to our customers’ earthing,
lightning and transient overvoltage protection needs. Below is a sample of our customers’ comments
regarding our service.

“We know we can rely on the quality of Furse products and are
ensured of excellent technical support whenever required.They have
an extensive range to cover our requirements as an installer of
Lightning Protection, Earthing and Surge Protection, that is why
they are our #1 supplier”
Colin C Clinkard, Director, BEST Services, Britain

“Jointing Technologies stock and distribute Furse products as we believe that they are the
right manufacturer to provide a range of products to suit the ever-changing earthing &
lightning protection marketplace.We have worked closely with Furse for over 12 years now
on many contracts including Heathrow T5, Channel Tunnel rail link, London Underground
upgrade etc. Regular communication with their sales engineers ensures not only stock products
are available when and where required but also customized products are available if needed to
keep our projects running on time and within budget.”
Nigel Ridgway, Operations Manager, Jointing Technologies, Britain

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 Sample of projects

Burj Dubai
Already the world’s tallest building and still under
construction, the Burj Dubai will represent a
formidable achievement as part of the development
of downtown Dubai. On completion, this prestigious
structure will provide hotels, residential suites, offices
and leisure facilities for many Dubai residents.
Protection of tall structures is an exacting science,
considering the need not only to protect the top but
also the sides of the building from lightning damage.
Innovative architecture presents many challenges in
lightning protection scheme design.
Furse has substantial experience of providing
protection for tall structures, having provided
lightning protection schemes for many developments
in the Middle and Far East, including the Burj Al Arab
7 star hotel in Dubai and Petronas Towers in Malaysia.

Graha Energi Building, Jakarta

The Graha Energi building is a new office development
sited at the junction of Jakarta’s premier commercial
district, Sudirman Central. Within its 43 storeys, the
Graha Energy building provides high quality office
suites, restaurants and parking to Jakarta’s national
and international business community.
Lightning protection may seem a small part of such a
considerable development, however it remains a vital,
integral component. A lightning protection scheme is
essential to protect the structure, the personnel
working within and the high technology electronic
systems used for everyday commerce from harm.
Furse was appointed to provide both structural
lightning protection and FurseWELD exothermic
welding solutions to the Graha Energi development.

Singapore Mass Rapid Transit

System – Circle Line
Currently under construction, the Circle Line is the
latest development as part of Singapore’s Mass Rapid
Transit (MRT) system which forms the backbone of the
city’s railway system, serving more than a quarter of
Singapore’s population with a network spanning the
entire city-state.
Scheduled for completion in 2011 the Circle Line will
consist of 29 stations, connecting with all other lines
within the network at numerous stations, thus
offering to Singapore’s residents a viable and
improving alternative to road transport.
With the protection of passengers and vital
electronic systems paramount, Furse has been
commissioned to provide the essential lightning
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protection system for this project. Furse has many
years experience working on rail specific projects,
with products tailored for this market.

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 The importance of lightning protection

Why is lightning
protection so
important?
Lightning is one of nature’s most powerful and
destructive phenomena. Lightning discharges
contain awesome amounts of electrical energy
and even though each strike may last only a
short duration, typically 200 microseconds, it is a
very real cause of damage and destruction.
The effects of a direct strike are obvious and
immediately apparent – fires, structural damage,
disruption to services, personal injury and even death.
However, the secondary effects of lightning – the
short duration, high voltage spikes called transient
overvoltages - can, and do, cause equally catastrophic,
if less visually obvious, damage to electronic systems
within structures. Furse has extensive experience of designing and supplying lightning
Lightning can have a significant impact on an protection systems for tall structures, including Petronas Towers,
Malaysia and many new developments in the Far East
organisation. From risk of serious injury to personnel
through to loss of critical services such as mains power,
and significant damage to servers, PCs or electrical The Furse approach to external
machinery, lightning is clearly a major threat. In the lightning protection
worst case scenario an organisation might go out of
A structural lightning protection system is designed to
business as a result of lightning damage.
protect the fabric of a structure and the lives of the
Reliable lightning protection needs to be applied to people inside by channelling the lightning strike in a
counter these threats. Furthermore, any lightning safe and controlled manner to the earth termination
protection scheme must encompass both structural network. Using the Faraday Cage principle of
lightning protection and transient overvoltage lightning protection, as advocated by the majority of
protection, since structural lightning protection alone national and international standards, Furse offers a
cannot and will not protect the electronic systems range of air terminals, bases and clamps for the air
within a building from transient overvoltage damage. termination network and an extensive range of
At Furse, we are fully aware that all these risks need down conductors and fixings. Furse only supply high
to be considered and protected against when quality materials and fixings, since it only takes a
developing a lightning protection scheme. With over single sub-standard component to compromise the
100 years of experience, our support and expertise has performance of a structural lightning protection –
assisted thousands of businesses, both large and small, or earthing – system.
to achieve effective protection against lightning.
The importance of a high quality
earth termination network
The earth termination network is the means through
which the current is dissipated to the general mass of
earth. Furse offers all the materials and fittings
necessary for an effective earthing system, including
earth rods and plates, clamps and inspection pits.
Furse also manufactures and supplies the FurseWELD
exothermic welding system; a fast, easy and portable
way of creating high quality, fault tolerant joints
without any external power or heat source.
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Please contact Furse for more information about
earthing & lightning protection or FurseWELD
Fires from lightning strikes can cause major damage to structures products, or to request our catalogues.

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The importance of high quality Transient
overvoltage damage
internal lightning (electronic to the circuit board,
systems) protection left, is clear to see,
but most damage is
Electronic systems have become central to virtually barely visible, as
every aspect of our lives from PCs and building below.
management systems in the office to automated
petrol pumps and bar code scanners at the
supermarket. The ever-changing pace of technological
development, and especially the headlong quest for
miniaturisation, has created the scenario where
increasingly lightning sensitive systems are placed at
the core of our society. Both the threat of damage to
vital electronic systems, and the seriousness of the
consequences of that damage, are more real than
ever before.

The main risk to internal systems is through transient

overvoltages – large, very brief and potentially destructive
increases in voltage within the electrical system.
Transient overvoltages can be caused by:
● the secondary effects of lightning strikes (either
between clouds or to ground) from a kilometre or
more, away
● the electrical switching of large inductive loads (such
as motors, transformers and electrical drives), or
capacitive loads (such as power factor correction)

Devastating effects
Although they last only thousandths or millionths of a
Most modern electronic systems are at risk: second, transient overvoltages can devastate modern
● computers electronic systems:
● data communication networks ● disrupting system operations, through data
● building management systems loss, data and software corruption and
unexplained crashes
● PABX telephone exchanges
● degrading equipment components and
● CCTV equipment
circuitry, shortening equipment lifetime and
● fire and burglar alarms increasing failures
● telecom base stations ● destroying components, circuit boards and
● uninterruptible power supplies (UPSs) I/O cards
● programmable logic controllers (PLCs) ● causing costly and unnecessary system downtime
● plant sensors
● telemetry and data acquisition equipment.
Protection benefits
Effective transient overvoltage protection can prevent:
Loss of these systems would cripple industrial,
● lost or destroyed data
commercial and governmental organisations alike.
● equipment damage
● repair work – especially costly for remote or
unmanned installations
● the high cost of extended stoppages – sales lost to
competitors, lost production, deterioration or
spoilage of work in progress
● loss of essential services – fire alarm, security
systems, building management systems
● health and safety hazards caused by plant
instability, after loss of control
● fire risks and electric shock hazards
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Please contact Furse for more information about
Electronic Systems Protection products or services, or
to request our catalogue.

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 Technical design service

Since 1893 Furse has built up an enviable

reputation for innovation and quality to become
a world leader in the provision of earthing and
lightning protection systems. Combining over
100 years technical knowledge with our work as
active contributors to National and International
Standards, Furse is uniquely placed to provide
sound practical advice on any aspect of your
lightning protection needs.
At Furse, our aim is simple – to save you time and
money in the specification, design, planning and
procurement of structural lightning protection,
transient overvoltage and earthing systems. From
straightforward advice on product selection through Structural lightning and transient
to complete risk assessment, scheme design and overvoltage protection
consultancy, Furse is geared to delivering a best-value
In order for Furse to design a structural and/or
solution to all our customers.
transient overvoltage lightning protection system, we
need the following information:
Furse technical design ● Design standard, e.g. BS EN 62305, NFPA 780,
Given the complexity of national and international IEC 62305
earthing and lightning protection standards, confusion ● A dimensioned roof plan
and misinterpretation can easily lead to budget
overruns and costly extra time on site. To counter this, ● External elevations
we offer a range of professional services to our ● Construction details, e.g. steelwork, reinforced
customers, including: concrete, roofing materials, etc
● Structural lightning and transient overvoltage ● A single line diagram indicating voltage and
protection system design current for each electrical system, e.g. power, data,
● Earthing design telephones, fire alarms, CCTV

● Supply of comprehensive drawings ● Details of essential equipment, e.g. network

servers, PLC controllers
● Soil resistivity survey
● Full earth modelling analysis
Power earthing systems
● Earth resistance measuring
To design a power earth electrode system, we need
● Bespoke in-house and hosted training the following information:
and seminars
● Design standard, e.g. BS 7430, BS 7354, Ansi IEEE
Using the latest computer aided design and Std 80, EATS 41-24 etc
draughting software our engineers can produce
● A dimensioned site plan
detailed or budgetary earth electrode and lightning
protection system designs, in compliance with any ● Overall electrical single line diagram
given standard and whatever the complexity of ● Soil resistivity survey results
system required.
● Earth fault current magnitude. (Due consideration
Where necessary, we can also provide for the should be given to the proportion of current
installation of earthing and lightning protection flowing through cable sheaths or the aerial earth
systems via our partnerships with specialist installers. wires of overhead transmission lines)
● Earth fault current duration
There are a number of recognised national and
international standards governing the provision of
earthing systems. Our design experience and technical
knowledge allow us to provide designs to any relevant
standard, including BS 7430, IEEE Std 80 and
EATS 41-24. Given the complexity of many of these
standards, using the Furse design service avoids any
confusion or misinterpretation that could lead to
8 budget overruns or project delays.

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 Automated risk assessment
The new Standard for lightning protection,
BS EN/IEC 62305, promotes risk assessment as central
and critical to determining the level of lightning
protection system required. This complex risk
assessment incorporates trial & error calculations
which could take hours to process by hand – not the
most profitable use of a consultant’s time!
To assist, Furse technical team provides a risk
assessment service using our proprietary risk
evaluation software to process the complex
calculations required by BS EN/IEC 62305-2.
Please contact Furse for more details about how
automated risk assessment can help you plan your
lightning protection systems.

Proper site surveys and analysis complement

fully our in-house service. Through collation of
all relevant information from site, including soil Training and seminars
resistivity measurements and earthing analysis,
Not only do our engineers offer technical design
our engineers can produce bespoke earthing
services, but also training courses are available to
designs complete with drawings, calculations ensure you or your team can acquire a greater
and a detailed report, along with a structural understanding of the nature, problems and solutions
lightning protection system if required. to earthing and lightning protection requirements.
Courses can be tailored to individual needs and are
Soil resistivity surveys held at the Furse offices or other convenient locations.
Contact Furse for further details.
Inadequate or erroneous soil resistivity readings are
likely to result in a flawed design. Furse site surveys
take multiple accurate soil resistivity readings at The benefits of coming to Furse
various depths across the proposed site to form the There are many benefits of coming to Furse for
basis of the whole earthing design. earthing, lightning protection and electronic systems
protection designs, including:
Full earthing analysis ● Specialist advice from a fully qualified technical
Full earthing analysis determines the step and touch team, which focuses solely on lightning protection
voltages, earth potential rise and hot/cold site issues and concerns
classification of the site generated by the ● Designs that comply with all relevant standards –
initial design. national and international
● Our responsibility for providing a design that is safe
Earth resistance measurement ● Experience and the software to provide an ‘optimum’
Earth resistance measurement is essential to ensure design – one that doesn’t use more earthing material
that the installation meets the anticipated criteria laid than is necessary – saving you money
out in the initial design. Furse has the technical ● Manufacturing experience & expertise – utilising
experience to ensure that the measurements our knowledge of the products available to provide 9
accurately reflect the true resistance of the a tailored design that can be installed using the
earthing system. most appropriate and up-to-date products

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 Total solution to lightning protection

Furse, the Total Solution to lightning protection

This catalogue focuses on Earthing & Lightning Protection, an integral part of the comprehensive range of products
and services available through the Furse Total Solution to lightning protection.
The Furse Total Solution is the industry-leading approach to lightning protection, encompassing structural, earthing
and transient overvoltage protection. This approach is fully reinforced by the new standard, BS EN/IEC 62305, which
emphasizes that structural lightning protection can no longer be considered in isolation to transient overvoltage
protection.
Our Total Solution offers all the relevant components for effective lightning protection, from air terminals and down
conductors to protect structures, through to Surge Protection Devices to protect the vital electronic systems within.
By providing the highest quality products, supported by practical advice and technical expertise, Furse remains the
assured choice to ensure your business is fully protected against lightning strikes and transient overvoltage damage.
Contact Furse today to discuss how our full range of products and services can help protect your business from
lightning risk.

Design &
Planning

Exothermic Air Termination

Welding Systems

TOTAL
Coordinated
SPDs
SOLUTION Conductor
Systems

Earth Electrode Lightning

Systems Equipotential
Bonding SPDs

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Earth Bonds &
Clamps

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 Lightning protection

Lightning protection
Introduction 12 – 16
Introduction to BS EN 50164 12 – 13
How to apply structural lightning protection with an overview of flat tape, 14 – 16
solid circular, and cable and wire systems

Flat tape system 17 – 28

Air terminals and fixings, conductor fixings, test and junction clamps

Solid circular system 29 – 34

Air terminals and fixings, conductor fixings, test and junction clamps

Cable and wire system 35 – 38

Air terminals and fixings, conductor fixings, test and junction clamps

Accessories 39 – 40 11

Fixings, insulating tape, Denso tape, Silfos, Flux, Tinmans solder and dressing tool

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 BS EN 50164 Standard

Lightning protection component performance

For over 100 years, Furse has been leading the field in the design and manufacture of innovative, high
quality lightning protection and earthing components. In keeping with this commitment to quality, all
our products are thoroughly and independently tested to ensure they can withstand constant exposure
to the environment as required by a Lightning Protection System and continue to dissipate lightning
current safely and harmlessly to earth over the long term.

Recently introduced CENELEC (European) standards Furse components have been rigorously tested to
have redefined the process by which lightning ensure compliance with BS EN 50164. Our connection
protection components are judged fit for purpose. components comply with BS EN 50164-1, our
Whereas the previous standard focused on the use of conductors and earth electrodes BS EN 50164-2.
specific materials to ensure compliance, now, with the By choosing lightning protection components
introduction of the BS EN 50164 series of standards, complying with the BS EN 50164 series, the designer
performance and testing are the key criteria. ensures he or she is using the best products on the
market and is in compliance with BS EN/IEC 62305.

The BS EN 50164 Series

Currently, three standards within the BS EN 50164
series have been published. These are:
● BS EN 50164-1:2000 Lightning protection
components (LPC) Part 1: Requirement for
connection components
● BS EN 50164-2:2002 Lightning protection
components (LPC) Part 2: Requirements for
conductors and earth electrodes
● BS EN 50164-3:2006 Lightning protection
components (LPC) Part 3: Requirements for
isolating spark gaps (ISG)
Several other parts of BS EN 50164 remain in the
process of being compiled by the relevant working
group in CENELEC. These are:
● BS EN 50164-4 Lightning protection components
(LPC) Part 4: Requirements for conductor fasteners
● BS EN 50164-5 Lightning protection components
(LPC) Part 5: Requirements for earth electrode
inspection housings and earth electrode seals
● BS EN 50164-6 Lightning protection components
(LPC) Part 6: Requirements for lightning strike
counters
● BS EN 50164-7 Lightning protection components
(LPC) Part 7: Requirements for earth enhancing
compounds
Parts 4 to 7 are in draft format and only when they
are mature enough for voting by the National
Committees will it be decided whether they will be
approved and ultimately published.

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 All Furse connection components
have successfully passed the
BS EN 50164-1:2000 test procedures
Independent testing Passing the test
In order to gain compliance with BS EN 50164, Each part of BS EN 50164 defines its own criteria
manufacturers must subject their components to for satisfactory performance of components. All
thorough testing and performance measurement. three components tested must satisfy the conditions
Furse product tests are undertaken by an independent set out by BS EN 50164 for the testing to be
laboratory. The Research Development and deemed successful.
Certification Centre – High Voltage and High Current A full test report with certification is produced by the
Testing Laboratory – is a RvA Certified test laboratory. independent laboratory for all components satisfying
Tests are carried out on three specimens of the the test criteria.
component. The conductors and specimens are
prepared and assembled in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, e.g. to recommended
tightening torques. Afterwards, the components
undergo environmental preconditioning and are
subjected to simulated lightning discharges to assess
their capacity to cope with onerous conditions.

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atmosphere ageing

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 How to apply structural lightning protection

Conductors Down conductor network

The first choice faced by the designer of a structural
lightning protection system is the type of conductor Conductor jointing clamps
system to be used.
Select a component for the
Choose the material required, i.e. copper or aluminium. interconnection of multiple
Choose the type of conductor required, i.e. tape, solid conductors or for changes of
circular or stranded. direction. Jointing clamps will ensure
a low resistance, corrosion resistant
connection between air termination
Conductor network
and down conductors.
The conductor network is the
means of intercepting/carrying
the current of a lightning strike
Test clamps
safely to the earth termination In order to allow periodic
network. Use the guidelines of disconnection and testing of the
BS EN/IEC 62305-1 & 3 for the earth termination network, select a
correct placement of conductors. test clamp to be placed within the
run of each down conductor.
Fixings
Select the correct system of fixings
for each part of the conductor
system. Fixings are available for a
wide range of modern
construction materials, e.g. brick,
stone, plastic and metal.

Air termination network

The air termination network is the point of connection
for a lightning strike. It typically consists of a meshed
conductor arrangement covering the roof of the
structure. The mesh size is now determined by the
chosen Lightning Protection Level (see table 5, page 86).

Air terminals
Use air terminals in the form of
vertical air rods for the protection
of prominent roof top features or
equipment. Use strike pads to
connect and thus expose concealed
conductors.

Air rod bases

Choose the correct air rod base.
This will ensure that the vertical air
rods are both solidly fixed to the
fabric of the structure and have a
low resistance connection to the
conductor network.

Interconnection components
NEW Crossover clamp specially
designed for use where conductors
14 cross as part of a roof network.

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 Earth termination network Earth inspection pits
The means of dissipating the current to the general Select an earth inspection pit to
mass of earth. protect the earth electrode
connections. High strength pits are
available in plastic and concrete.
Earth electrodes
Choose an earth electrode to suit
the system design i.e. Type A, Type
B or foundation electrode.
Electrodes can be constructed Equipotential bonding
individually from earth rods, earth
Bonding is the most commonly employed method of
plates, flat tape, stranded cable or
avoiding the damaging effects of side flashing. All
any combination of these.
continuous metalwork should be considered for
bonding. All metallic services, e.g. cable armouring,
Earth rod clamps gas, water or steam piping, entering the building
should also be bonded as directly as possible to the
Select a high copper content alloy earth termination network.
earth rod clamp for the connection
of the earthing conductor to the
earth rod. In this below ground Bonds to metalwork
application, the clamp must ensure
Select the correct type of
a good electrical contact and resist
metalwork bond for the
corrosion throughout the lifetime
application, i.e. a flat column face,
of the installation.
a circular rainwater pipe or a
ribbed reinforcing bar.

Lightning current or Equipotential

bonding SPDs
Designed to prevent dangerous
sparking caused by flashover,
lightning current or equipotential
bonding SPDs must be fitted to all
lines entering or leaving the
structure.

Product selector
(1) Conductors p41–48
(2) Conductor fixings p21–26, 30–32,
36–37
(3) Air terminals p17–19, 29, 35
(4) Air rod bases p17–19, 29, 35
(5) Conductor jointing clamps p26–27, 33–34,
37–38
(6) Test clamps p26–27, 34, 37
(7) Crossover conductor clamp p26
(8) Earth electrodes p52–55
(9) Earth rod clamps p57–59
(10) Earth inspection pits p56
This illustration is designed to demonstrate the main aspects and
individual components of a structural lightning protection system. (11) Bonds p59–64 15
It is not intended to represent an actual scheme conforming to a
particular code of practice. The drawing is not to scale. (12) Lightning current or Refer to ESP
Equipotential bonding SPDs Catalogue

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Introduction to flat tape, solid circular and cable & wire systems
When designing a structural lightning protection system using the Faraday Cage principle, it is possible to use one or
more of a variety of available conductor systems; namely flat tape, solid circular or cable/wire. The decision about
which type to use is often based more on country-specific historical preferences or aesthetic considerations than the
superiority of one type over another.
Furse provides high quality conductors, plus the appropriate fittings, for all three systems.

Flat tape system

Furse manufacture and supply flat tape conductors in copper or aluminium. The flat tape system is easy to install,
with no need to straighten the tape for a neat finish. Furse typically provides tape in coils for cost effective
transportation and easier handling.
Flat tape conductors can be installed bare or with a
PVC covering. Six standard colours are available, with
others on request, to enable the tape to blend with
modern building fabrics.
Tinned copper tape is available for applications that
require additional protection measures.
Copper braid is also available for use where
flexibility is necessary, e.g. on moving installations like
gates or doors.
In addition, Furse manufacture and supply a complete
range of fittings for flat tape conductors, from tape
clips and clamps, to bimetallic connectors.

Solid circular system

Solid circular conductors can be used in applications where aesthetic considerations are important. The 8mm
diameter solid circular range is less conspicuous than the flat tape system, and lends itself much better to
being concealed.
Available in copper or aluminium, solid circular
conductors can also have PVC coverings, again to
make them less conspicuous. A coil of circular
conductor can be quickly installed, being easy to bend
in any plane, and only needing a straightening tool to
give a very neat finish.
Furse also manufacture a comprehensive range of
clamps, bonds and fixings to ease installation in
whatever situation.

Cable and wire system

The Furse range of stranded conductors is available
only in copper, and complies with the US standard
NFPA 780.
The stranded conductor is available bare or PVC
insulated.
Furse also provide a practical range of fixings for use
with stranded conductors.
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The following pages (17 – 28) detail the products required to install a ‘Flat tape’ lightning protection system.
Additionally, accessories can be found on pages 39 – 40.
Details of the flat tape conductors can be found in the Conductors section on pages 43 – 46.

Air rod
Rod length Rod Thread Material Weight Part No.
diameter diameter each

500mm 15mm 16mm Copper 0.73kg RA215

1000mm 15mm 16mm Copper 1.51kg RA225

1500mm 15mm 16mm Copper 2.35kg RA230 NEW

2000mm 15mm 16mm Copper 3.00kg RA240

3000mm 15mm 16mm Copper 4.70kg RA250 NEW

500mm 15mm 16mm Aluminium 0.29kg RA015

1000mm 15mm 16mm Aluminium 0.53kg RA025

1500mm 15mm 16mm Aluminium 0.80kg RA030 NEW

2000mm 15mm 16mm Aluminium 1.06kg RA040

3000mm 15mm 16mm Aluminium 1.60kg RA050 NEW

Manufactured from high conductivity hard drawn copper or aluminium, with rolled
threads. Supplied complete with locknut.
“Field Trials in the United States, carried out over many years research have
confirmed that blunt air rods are struck by lightning in preference to taper pointed
air rods.”
“Lightning rod improvement studies” by C B Moore, W Rison, J Mathis, G Aulich. Journal of Applied Meteorology, May 2000.

Note: during high winds and extreme weather conditions air rods over 1000mm long can be subjected to fatigue
mechanisms. It is therefore recommended that additional supports are considered before installation.

BS EN 50164-2
D
TE

S
TE

Multiple point

Rod diameter Material Weight each Part No.

15mm Copper 0.27kg RA600

Manufactured from high conductivity hard drawn copper, suitable for use with
copper air rods only.

Air rod base

Rod Thread Maximum Material Weight Part No.
diameter diameter conductor width each

15mm 16mm 25mm Copper 0.43kg SD105-H NEW

15mm 16mm 25mm Aluminium 0.14kg SD003-H NEW

Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys. Simple to install, Pat. pending
providing an effective connection between air rod and air termination tape.

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
D
TE

S
TE

Fix using countersunk wood screws (Part no. SW005 or SW105) and wall 17
plugs (Part no. PS305). See page 39 for Accessories.

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NEW Free-standing extendable air rod

Description Height Part No.

Extendable tripod base and air rod 4.5m TP100

Extendable tripod base and air rod 6.5m TP200

Extendable tripod base and air rod 8.5m TP300

Manufactured from galvanized steel box section. Includes air rod and concrete blocks
to create a free-standing, height adjustable air terminal. Provides an effective
connection between air rod and air termination tape.

NEW Free-standing concrete air rod base

Description Diameter Weight Part No.

each

Concrete block 280mm 10kg BC100

Concrete block 400mm 17kg BC200

Use in conjunction with standard air rods to create a free-standing air terminal on
roofs where conventional fixings are not possible e.g. single ply or bitumen felt.

Accessories
Description Thread Weight Part No.
diameter each

Polyethylene tray for concrete blocks M16 0.05kg PD100

NEW Insulated distance holders

Description Length Weight Part No.
each

Glass fibre insulated rod 3m 0.70kg IR100

16mm dia. air rod holder – 0.20kg IR200

18 Fixing plate – 0.50kg IR300

Glass fibre insulated rod attachment 1m 1.00kg IR400

to cylindrical objects

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Strike pad
Conductor material Weight Part No.
each

Copper 0.41kg PL010

Ø112mm
Aluminium 0.13kg PL005

Copper stem for use with PL010 0.07kg SM010

10mm
20mm
Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys. Designed to provide
an exposed attractive point on conductor systems hidden/embedded in the building’s
fabric e.g. below the tiles of a pitched roof.
Supplied with setscrew for attachment of lightning conductors.

Ridge saddle
Rod Thread Maximum Material Weight each Part No.
diameter diameter conductor width

15mm 16mm 31mm Copper 1.07kg SD115

For supporting lightning conductor air rods on ridges.

M16

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
D
TE

150mm
100mm

71mm
S
TE

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Tightening torque 15Nm

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Rod brackets
Rod diameter Rod material Weight each Part No.

15mm Copper 0.90kg BR105

15mm Aluminium 0.28kg BR005

Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys. Simple to install,
providing an effective means of mounting an air rod on a vertical surface e.g.
chimney stack. Use in conjunction with a rod to tape coupling.

Fix using roundhead wood screws 11⁄2” x no. 12 or M8 and

wall plugs

Rod to tape coupling

Rod diameter Thread diameter Rod material Weight each Part No.

15mm 16mm Copper 0.23kg CG600

15mm 16mm Aluminium 0.08kg CG500

Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys. Provides an effective
connection between air rod and air termination tape. Use in conjunction with rod
brackets.

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
D
TE

S
TE

Tightening torque 7Nm

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Puddle flange
Material Weight each Part No.

Copper 1.54kg PF105

Aluminium 0.50kg PF005

Permits lightning conductors to pass through flat roofs without damaging the
waterproof nature of the roof.
150mm

150mm
450mm

ø5/8”

DC tape clip
Use with bare copper Use with lead covered copper
Conductor Weight Part No. Conductor Weight Part No.
size each size each

20 x 3mm 0.06kg CP205 25 x 3mm 0.20kg CP305

25 x 4mm 0.07kg CP216

Made from high quality copper alloys.
30 x 5mm 0.10kg CP227

38 x 5mm 0.12kg CP245 Use with bare aluminium

40 x 4mm 0.14kg CP241 Conductor Weight Part No.
size each
50 x 4mm 0.15kg CP256
20 x 3mm 0.02kg CP105
Made from high quality copper alloys.
Use with PVC covered aluminium
Use with PVC covered copper
Conductor Weight Part No.
Conductor Weight Part No. size each
size each
25 x 3mm 0.04kg CP115
25 x 3mm 0.10kg CP215
50 x 6mm 0.06kg CP130
25 x 6mm 0.13kg CP225

50 x 6mm 0.26kg CP265

Made from high quality aluminium
alloys.
Made from high quality copper alloys.

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

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NEW Swing lid DC tape clip

Use with bare copper Use with bare aluminium
Conductor Weight Part No. Conductor Weight Part No.
size each size each

25 x 3mm 0.07kg CP210-H 25 x 3mm 0.03kg CP110-H

25 x 6mm 0.08kg CP220-H 25 x 6mm 0.04kg CP120-H

Pat. Pending

DC tape clips manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys for
excellent corrosion resistance and high pull off loads.

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

NEW Adjustable DC tape clip

Conductor size Weight each Part No.

31 x 3mm and 31 x 6mm – use with bare copper 0.10kg CP230-H

38 x 3mm, 38 x 6mm and 40 x 6mm – use with bare copper 0.12kg CP240-H
Pat. Pending 50 x 3mm and 50 x 6mm – use with bare copper 0.16kg CP260-H

50 x 6mm – use with bare aluminium 0.05kg CP125-H

DC tape clips manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys for
excellent corrosion resistance and high pull off loads.

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Non-metallic DC tape clip

Use with bare tape Use with PVC covered tape
Conductor Colour Weight Part No. Conductor Colour Weight Part No.
size each size each

20 x 3mm Brown 0.01kg CP005 25 x 3mm Brown 0.01kg CP025

20 x 3mm Grey 0.01kg CP010 25 x 3mm Black 0.01kg CP030

25 x 3mm Brown 0.01kg CP015 25 x 3mm Green 0.01kg CP035

25 x 3mm Grey 0.01kg CP020 25 x 3mm Grey 0.01kg CP040

38 x 5mm Brown 0.01kg CP060* 25 x 3mm Stone 0.01kg CP045

50 x 6mm Brown 0.02kg CP065* 25 x 3mm White 0.01kg CP050

Manufactured from high grade Polypropylene, UV stabilised against degradation by

sunlight and non-brittle to prevent cold weather damage. Available in six colours to
match bare and PVC covered copper and aluminium tapes. This unique design
provides easy installation and resists high pull off loads.

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
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SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

* Not as illustrated.

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Bitumen felt roof clip

Use with bare tape Use with PVC covered tape
Conductor Colour Weight Part No. Conductor Colour Weight Part No.
size each size each

25 x 3mm Brown 0.09kg FP015 25 x 3mm Brown 0.09kg FP025

25 x 3mm Grey 0.09kg FP020 25 x 3mm Black 0.09kg FP030

25 x 3mm Green 0.09kg FP035

Use on bitumen felf roofing only
25 x 3mm Grey 0.09kg FP040

25 x 3mm Stone 0.09kg FP045

25 x 3mm White 0.09kg FP050

Tape clip
Use with bare copper Use with bare aluminium
Conductor Weight Part No. Conductor Weight Part No.
size each size each

20 x 3mm 0.02kg CP510 20 x 3mm 0.01kg CP405

25 x 3mm 0.02kg CP515 25 x 3mm 0.01kg CP410

Use with PVC covered tape Manufactured from pure copper or

aluminium, these simple pressed clips
Conductor Weight Part No. are available in a range of sizes to suit
size each
bare and PVC covered copper and
25 x 3mm 0.02kg CP517 aluminium tapes.

Fix using roundhead wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW305 or
SW405 and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Glue down DC tape clip

Use with bare tape Use with PVC covered tape
Conductor Colour Weight Part No. Conductor Colour Weight Part No.
size each size each

25 x 3mm Brown 0.03kg GD015 25 x 3mm Brown 0.03kg GD025

25 x 3mm Grey 0.03kg GD020 25 x 3mm Black 0.03kg GD030

25 x 3mm Grey 0.03kg GD040

Use on clay roof tiles. Supplied in a box
25 x 3mm Stone 0.03kg GD045
of 50 complete with adhesive.
25 x 3mm White 0.03kg GD050
Additional glue gun is required.

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Adhesive DC tape clip

Use with bare tape Use with PVC covered tape
Conductor Colour Weight Part No. Conductor Colour Weight Part No.
size each size each

25 x 3mm Brown 0.03kg CA015 25 x 3mm Brown 0.03kg CA025

25 x 3mm Grey 0.03kg CA020 25 x 3mm Black 0.03kg CA030

25 x 3mm Grey 0.03kg CA040

25 x 3mm Stone 0.03kg CA045

25 x 3mm White 0.03kg CA050

Designed to secure conductors to surfaces that cannot be penetrated by a screw.

Ideal for aluminium, spangled galvanized steel, colour coated steel, glass, perspex,
enamel and stainless steel etc. Manufactured from high grade plastic, UV stabilised
against degradation by sunlight and non-brittle to prevent cold weather damage.
Use on surfaces other than PVC roofing.

Weldable DC tape clip

Use with bare tape Use with PVC covered tape
Conductor Colour Weight Part No. Conductor Colour Weight Part No.
size each size each

25 x 3mm Brown 0.03kg CW015 25 x 3mm Brown 0.03kg CW025

25 x 3mm Grey 0.03kg CW020 25 x 3mm Black 0.03kg CW030

25 x 3mm Grey 0.03kg CW040

25 x 3mm Stone 0.03kg CW045

25 x 3mm White 0.03kg CW050

Provides a secure means of fixing conductors to single ply PVC roof membranes.
Manufactured from high grade PVC, UV stabilised against degradation by sunlight
and non-brittle to prevent cold weather damage.
For dressing tool, see page 40.
Clips are available for Polypropylene, Polyethylene and other roof membranes.
Please contact Furse for advice.

Universal welding solvent, Cleaning solution and

Surface primer
Description Weight each Part No.

Universal welding solvent 0.57kg CW905

500ml spray applicator (sufficient for application of approx 200
clips). Use with Furse weldable clips only.

Cleaning solution (Acetone) 0.62kg CW999

500ml spray applicator. For cleaning lacquered roofing membranes.

Surface primer 0.24kg CA900

250ml spray applicator (sufficient for application of
approx 500 clips). Use with Furse adhesive clips only.

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For overseas projects, please contact Furse for advice.
CoSHH Datasheets available on request.

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Glazing bar holdfast

Conductor Maximum glazing Weight each Part No.
material bar width

Copper 12mm 0.11kg HF705

Aluminium 12mm 0.05kg HF710

Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys. Simple to install,
providing secure anchorage to thin metallic sections that cannot be drilled e.g.
window mullions, angle iron etc. Once fixed any metallic or non-metallic conductor
clip can be attached with the screw provided.
Conductor clip sold separately.

Slate holdfast
Use with bare tape
Conductor DC Clip Weight each Part No.
size Colour

25 x 3mm Brown 0.06kg HF015

25 x 3mm Grey 0.06kg HF020

Use with PVC covered tape

Conductor DC Clip Weight each Part No.
size Colour

25 x 3mm Brown 0.06kg HF025

25 x 3mm Black 0.06kg HF030

25 x 3mm Grey 0.06kg HF040

25 x 3mm Stone 0.06kg HF045

Designed to allow tape conductors to be fixed to tiled roofs without compromising

the waterproofing nature of the roof. The 500mm tail fits neatly between
overlapping tiles and is wrapped around/fixed to the tile lathe for secure fitting.

Back plate holdfast stem

Conductor Weight Part No.
material each

Copper 0.30kg HF320

Aluminium 0.10kg HF325-FU

Supplied with M6 fixing screw to secure appropriate conductor clip.

Fix using roundhead wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. ø65mm M6
SW305 or SW405) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

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50mm 78mm

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Square tape clamp

Conductor size Material Weight each Part No.

NEW 25 x 3mm Copper 0.12kg CT105-H

NEW 25 x 6mm Copper 0.30kg CT110-H

NEW 50 x 6mm Copper 0.60kg CT115-H

NEW 25 x 3mm Aluminium 0.06kg CT005-H

Reg. Design Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys. Simple to install,
providing an effective low resistance connection between overlapping tapes to allow
cross, tee, through and right angle joints to be formed.

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
D
TE
S
TE

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Tightening torque 5Nm

Oblong test or junction clamp

Conductor size Material Weight each Part No.

NEW 26 x 8mm Copper 0.29kg CN105-H

26 x 8mm Aluminium 0.12kg CN005*

Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys. Simple to install,
providing an effective low resistance connection between overlapping tapes. The
Reg. Design clamped connection is easily made/remade to allow for periodic testing.
* Not as illustrated

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
D
TE

S
TE

Tightening torque CN005 15Nm; CN105-H 13Nm

NEW Crossover clamp

Conductor size Material Weight each Part No.

25 x 3mm Copper 0.09kg CX105-H

25 x 3mm Aluminium 0.03kg CX005-H

For forming cross joints in tape.

Reg. Design

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
D
TE

S
TE

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.
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Tightening torque 5Nm

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Plate type test clamp

Maximum Conductor Weight each Part No.
conductor size material

26 x 12mm Copper 0.62kg CT405

Manufactured from a high quality copper alloy. Simple to install, providing an

effective low resistance connection between overlapping tapes. The clamped
connection is easily made/remade to allow for periodic testing. Enables cross, tee,
through and right angle joints to be formed.

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
D
TE

S
TE

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005) and
wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Tightening torque 15Nm

Screwdown test clamp

Maximum Conductor Weight each Part No.
conductor size material

26 x 8mm Copper 0.84kg CT305

Manufactured from a high quality copper alloy. Simple to install, providing an

effective low resistance connection between overlapping tapes. The clamped
connection is easily made/remade to allow for periodic testing. Enables cross, tee,
through and right angle joints to be formed.

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
D
TE

S
TE

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005) and
wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Tightening torque 20Nm

Expansion braid bond

Type Material Length Cross-sectional Weight Part No.
area each

Single length Aluminium 200mm 50mm2 0.07kg BN001

Single length Copper 200mm 50mm2 0.17kg BN101

Cross-over Aluminium 300mm 50mm2 0.23kg BN002

Cross-over Copper 300mm 50mm2 0.53kg BN102

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Designed to remove the risk of damage or distortion to long conductor runs caused
by thermal expansion and contraction.

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Bimetallic connector
Conductor size Weight Part No.
each

25 x 3mm aluminium tape to 25 x 3mm copper tape 0.19kg CN910

8mm diameter aluminium conductor to 25 x 3mm copper 0.19kg CN920

25 x 3mm aluminium tape to 25 x 3mm copper tape 0.20kg CN925

CN910 Manufactured from a friction welded joint between high conductivity copper and
aluminium to provide the ideal means of interconnecting copper and aluminium
conductors whilst avoiding bimetallic corrosion.

D
BS EN 50164-1 Class H
TE

S
TE

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.
CN925
Tightening torque 12Nm

Oxide inhibiting compound

Description Weight Part No.
each

Plastic 8oz bottle 0.23kg CM005

For all the items in this range we recommend the use of oxide inhibitor when
aluminium fittings are installed.
Oxide inhibitor is a non-water soluble, natural-petroleum based polymer grease that
seals electrical connections from oxygen and moisture.
CoSHH Datasheet available on request.

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The following pages (29 – 34) detail the products required to install a ‘Solid circular’ lightning protection system.
Additionally, accessories can be found on pages 39 – 40.
Details of the solid circular conductors can be found in the Conductors section on page 47.

Air rod
Rod length Rod Thread Material Weight Part No.
diameter diameter each

500mm 10mm 10mm Copper 0.33kg RA400-FU

1000mm 10mm 10mm Copper 0.65kg RA402

500mm 10mm 10mm Aluminium 0.11kg RA080

1000mm 10mm 10mm Aluminium 0.22kg RA085

Manufactured from high conductivity hard drawn copper or aluminium, with rolled
threads. Supplied complete with locknut.
”Field Trials in the United States, carried out over many years research have
confirmed that blunt air rods are struck by lightning in preference to taper pointed
air rods.”
”Lightning rod improvement studies” by C B Moore, W Rison, J Mathis, G Aulich. Journal of Applied Meteorology, May 2000.

BS EN 50164-2
D
TE

S
TE

Air rod base

Conductor Thread Conductor Weight Vertically Horizontally
diameter diameter material each mounted mounted

8mm 10mm Copper 0.30kg SD307 SD305

8mm 10mm Aluminium 0.11kg SD007 SD005

Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium M10

alloys. Simple to install, providing an effective

connection between an air rod and the solid circular air
65mm

termination conductor in either the horizontal or

vertical plane.

50mm

64mm
BS EN 50164-1 Class H
D
TE

T ES

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Tightening torque 15Nm

Strike pad
Conductor material Weight Part No.
each

Copper 0.41kg PL010

Aluminium 0.13kg PL005

Copper stem for use with PL010 0.07kg SM010

Manufactured from high quality copper and Ø112mm

aluminium alloys. Designed to provide an exposed

attractive point on conductor systems 29
10mm
20mm

hidden/embedded in the building’s fabric e.g. below

the concrete slabs or ballast of a flat roof.

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One hole cable clip

Conductor Conductor Weight each Part No.
diameter material

8mm Copper 0.01kg CP905

8mm Aluminium 0.01kg CP925

10mm* Copper 0.01kg CP915

10mm* Aluminium 0.01kg CP935

Manufactured from pure copper or aluminium, these simple pressed clips are
available to suit bare and PVC covered copper and aluminium solid circular
conductor.
* PVC covered 8mm conductor.

Fix using roundhead wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW305 or
SW405) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Heavy duty cast cable saddle

Conductor Conductor Weight each Part No.
diameter material

8mm Copper 0.09kg CP805

8mm Aluminium 0.03kg CP806

10mm* Copper 0.10kg CP815

10mm* Aluminium 0.04kg CP816

Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys for excellent corrosion
resistance and high pull off loads.
* For use with PVC covered 8mm conductor or for supporting air terminals when
used in conjunction with wall mounted air rod bases. Can also be used with glazing
bar holdfast and back plate holdfast stem (see page 25.)

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Push-in plastic cable clip

Colour range

Conductor Weight Black Grey Stone White Brown

diameter each

8mm 0.01kg - CP872 - - CP887

10mm* 0.01kg CP861 CP871 CP876 CP881 CP886

Manufactured from high grade Polypropylene, UV stabilised against degradation by

sunlight and non-brittle to prevent cold weather damage. Available in five colours to
match bare and PVC covered copper and aluminium solid circular conductors.
* PVC covered 8mm conductor.

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SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

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Adhesive push-in clip

Colour range

Conductor Weight Black Grey Stone White Brown

diameter each

8mm 0.02kg - CA872 - - CA887

10mm* 0.02kg CA861 CA871 CA876 CA881 CA886

Designed as a means of securing conductors to surfaces that cannot be penetrated by

a screw. Ideal for aluminium, spangled galvanized steel, colour coated steel, glass,
perspex, enamel and stainless steel. Manufactured from high grade plastic, UV
stabilised against degradation by sunlight and non-brittle to prevent cold weather
damage.
Use on surfaces other than PVC roofing.
* PVC covered 8mm conductor.

Weldable push-in clip

Conductor Colour Weight each Part No.
diameter

8mm Grey 0.03kg CW872

8mm Brown 0.03kg CW887

10mm* Grey 0.03kg CW871

10mm* Brown 0.03kg CW886

Provides a secure means of fixing conductors to single ply PVC roof membranes.
Manufactured from high grade PVC, UV stabilised against degradation by sunlight
and non-brittle to prevent cold weather damage.
Clips are available for Polypropylene, Polyethylene and other roof membranes.
Please contact Furse for advice.
* PVC covered 8mm conductor.

Universal welding solvent, Cleaning solution and

Surface primer
Description Weight each Part No.

Universal welding solvent 0.57kg CW905

500ml spray applicator (sufficient for application of approx 200
clips). Use with Furse weldable clips only.

Cleaning solution (Acetone) 0.62kg CW999

500ml spray applicator.
For cleaning lacquered roofing membranes.

Surface primer 0.24kg CA900

250ml spray applicator (sufficient for application of
approx 500 clips). Use with Furse adhesive clips only.

Solvent and surface primer cannot be supplied outside the UK. 31

For overseas projects, please contact Furse for advice.
CoSHH Datasheets available on request.

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Glue down push-in clip

Conductor Colour Weight each Part No.
diameter

8mm Grey 0.03kg GD872

8mm Brown 0.03kg GD887

10mm Black 0.03kg GD861

10mm Grey 0.03kg GD871

10mm Stone 0.03kg GD876

10mm White 0.03kg GD881

10mm Brown 0.03kg GD886

Use on clay roof tiles. Supplied in a box of 50 complete with adhesive.

Additional glue gun is required.

Non metallic slate holdfast

Conductor Colour Weight each Part No.
diameter

8mm Brown 0.03kg HF176

8mm Grey 0.03kg HF191

Designed to allow circular conductors to be fixed to tiled roofs without

compromising the waterproofing nature of the roof. The 500mm tail fits neatly
between overlapping tiles and is wrapped around/fixed to the tile lathe for
secure fitting.

Pyramid holdfast
Conductor Weight each Part No.
diameter

8mm 0.97kg HF975

Designed to secure bare, 8mm diameter, circular conductors to flat roofs. Supplied
filled with concrete the conductor is held in place by the weight of the holdfast.
The lip around the base of the product permits the holdfast to be built into
bitumen type roofs.
140mm

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Square clamp
Conductor Conductor Weight each Part No.
diameter material

8mm Copper 0.17kg CS605

8mm Aluminium 0.07kg CS610

Designed to provide low resistance cross joints in solid circular conductor networks.
Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys for excellent corrosion
resistance.

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Tee clamp
Conductor Conductor Weight each Part No.
diameter material

8mm Copper 0.17kg CS505

8mm Aluminium 0.07kg CS510

Designed to provide low resistance tee joints in solid circular conductor networks.
Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys for excellent corrosion
resistance.

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
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Jointing clamp
Conductor Conductor Weight each Part No.
diameter material

8mm Copper 0.17kg CS405

8mm Aluminium 0.08kg CS410

Designed to provide low resistance parallel joints in solid circular conductor

networks. Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys for excellent
corrosion resistance.

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Test clamp
Conductor Conductor Conductor Weight each Part No.
diameter size material

8mm 25 x 3mm Copper 0.20kg CN305

8mm 25 x 3mm Aluminium 0.09kg CN310

Designed to provide low resistance tee joints in solid circular conductor networks.
These multi-purpose clamps can produce circular to circular or circular to tape
connection in both through and tee configurations. Manufactured from high quality
copper and aluminium alloys for excellent corrosion resistance.

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
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Bimetallic connector
Conductor Weight each Part No.
size

8mm diameter aluminium conductor to 8mm diameter 0.25kg CN915

copper conductor

8mm diameter aluminium conductor to 25mm x 3mm 0.19kg CN920

copper tape

Manufactured from a friction welded joint between high conductivity copper and
aluminium to provide the ideal means of interconnecting copper and aluminium
conductors whilst avoiding bimetallic corrosion.

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Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Tightening torque 12Nm

Oxide inhibiting compound

Description Weight each Part No.

Plastic 8oz bottle 0.23kg CM005

For all the items in this range we recommend the use of oxide inhibitor when
aluminium fittings are installed.
34 Oxide inhibitor is a non-water soluble, natural-petroleum based polymer grease that
seals electrical connections from oxygen and moisture.
CoSHH Datasheet available on request.

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The following pages (35 – 38) detail the products required to install a ‘cable and wire’ lightning protection system.
Additionally, accessories can be found on pages 39 – 40.
Details of the cable and wire conductors can be found in the Conductors section on page 48.

Air rod
Rod length Rod Thread Material Weight Part No.
diameter diameter each

500mm 15mm 16mm Copper 0.73kg RA215

1000mm 15mm 16mm Copper 1.51kg RA225

1500mm 15mm 16mm Copper 2.35kg RA230 NEW

2000mm 15mm 16mm Copper 3.00kg RA240

3000mm 15mm 16mm Copper 4.70kg RA250 NEW

Manufactured from high conductivity hard drawn copper, with rolled threads.
Supplied complete with locknut.
“Field Trials in the United States, carried out over many years research have
confirmed that blunt air rods are struck by lightning in preference to taper pointed
air rods.”
“Lightning rod improvement studies” by C B Moore, W Rison, J Mathis, G Aulich. Journal of Applied Meteorology, May 2000.

Note: during high winds and extreme weather conditions air rods over 1000mm long can be subjected to fatigue
mechanisms. It is therefore recommended that additional supports are considered before installation.

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Rod diameter Material Weight each Part No.

15mm Copper 0.27kg RA600

Manufactured from high conductivity hard drawn copper, suitable for use with
copper air rods only.

Flat saddle
Conductor Rod Thread Conductor Weight Part No.
size diameter diameter material each

50mm2 15mm 16mm Copper 1.03kg SD155

70mm 2
15mm 16mm Copper 0.95kg SD160

95mm2 15mm 16mm Copper 0.95kg SD165

M16
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Manufactured from a high quality copper alloy. Simple to install, providing an

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Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005) and
wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.
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Rod brackets

Rod diameter Rod material Weight each Part No.

15mm Copper 0.90kg BR105

Manufactured from high quality copper alloy. Simple to install, providing an effective
means of mounting an air rod on a vertical surface e.g. a chimney stack. Use in
conjunction with the rod to cable coupling.

Fix using roundhead wood screws 11⁄2” No. 12 or M8

Rod to cable coupling

Rod Thread Conductor Conductor Weight Part No.
diameter diameter size material each

15mm 16mm 50 – 70mm2 Copper 0.25kg CG705

15mm 16mm 95mm2 Copper 0.25kg CG710

Manufactured from high quality copper alloy. Provides an effective connection

between air rod and stranded air termination conductor. Use in conjunction with rod
brackets.

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One hole cable clip

Conductor Conductor Weight each Part No.
size material

50mm2 Copper 0.01kg CP910

70mm2 Copper 0.01kg CP915

95mm2 Copper 0.01kg CP920

Manufactured from pure copper, these simple pressed clips are available to suit a
range of stranded copper conductors.

Fix using roundhead wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW305) and
wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

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Heavy duty cast cable saddle

Conductor Conductor Weight each Part No.
size material

50mm2 Copper 0.10kg CP810

70mm2 Copper 0.10kg CP815

95mm2 Copper 0.10kg CP835

Manufactured from high quality copper alloy. Simple to install, providing an effective
fixing for stranded copper cables.

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005) and
wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Test clamp
Conductor Conductor Weight each Part No.
size material

50mm2 Copper 0.39kg CR855

70mm2 Copper 0.40kg CR860

95mm2 Copper 0.40kg CR865

Manufactured from high quality copper alloy. Simple to install, providing an effective
low resistance overlap connection between stranded copper cables.

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Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005) and
wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Tightening torque 12Nm

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Square conductor clamp

Conductor Conductor Weight each Part No.
size material

50mm2 Copper 0.32kg CR810

70mm2 Copper 0.29kg CR815

95mm2 Copper 0.25kg CR820

Manufactured from high quality copper alloy. Simple to install, providing an effective
low resistance connection between overlapping stranded conductors allowing cross,
tee, through and right angle joints to be formed.

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NEW Cable to tape square clamp

Conductor Conductor Weight each Part No.
size material

25 x 3mm to 70mm² Copper 0.30kg CT130

Manufactured from high quality copper alloy. Simple to install, providing an effective
low resistance connection between conductor tape and stranded copper conductor.

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Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005) and
wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Tightening torque 5Nm

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Countersunk wood screws Round head rivets

Size Weight Part No. Size Weight Part No.
per 100 per 100

Zinc plated steel 11⁄2” x No.10 0.50kg SW105 Aluminium 5 x 12mm 0.12kg RV005

Zinc plated steel 1 ⁄2” x No.12

1
0.60kg SW110 Aluminium 5 x 20mm 0.15kg RV010

Brass 1 ⁄2” x No.10

1
0.50kg SW005 Copper 5 x 12mm 0.35kg RV105

Brass 11⁄2” x No.12 0.60kg SW010 Copper 5 x 20mm 0.45kg RV110

Hexagon head set screws

Round head wood screws
Size Weight Part No.
per 100
Size Weight Part No.
per 100 Phosphor bronze M10 x 25mm 2.85kg SS635

Zinc plated steel 1 ⁄2” x No.10

1
0.50kg SW405 Phosphor bronze M10 x 35mm 3.40kg SS640

Brass 11⁄2” x No.10 0.50kg SW305 Phosphor bronze M12 x 25mm 4.50kg SS650

Phosphor bronze M12 x 35mm 5.00kg SS655

Brass M8 x 16mm 1.75kg SS165

Plastic wall plugs Brass M10 x 25mm 2.50kg SS140

Brass M10 x 35mm 3.20kg SS145

Brass M12 x 25mm 3.80kg SS150

Size Weight Part No.
per 100 Brass M12 x 35mm 4.70kg SS155

Red No.10 0.06kg PS305

Brown No.12 0.06kg PS310

Plain washers
Size Weight Part No.
per 100
Masonry drills Phosphor bronze 6mm 0.05kg WR365

Phosphor bronze 10mm 0.25kg WR367

Size Weight Part No.
each Phosphor bronze 12mm 0.50kg WR370

Brass 6mm 0.05kg WR165

No.10 0.02kg DL005
Brass 8mm 0.15kg WR175
No.12 0.02kg DL010
Brass 10mm 0.25kg WR167

Brass 12mm 0.50kg WR170

Round head copper nails

Spring washers
Weight Part No.
per 100 Size Weight Part No.
per 100
50mm long 0.70kg NA005
Phosphor bronze 6mm 0.04kg WS365

Phosphor bronze 10mm 0.20kg WS367

Phosphor bronze 12mm 0.20kg WS370

Countersunk set screws
Size Weight Part No.
Hexagon nuts
per 100
Size Weight Part No.
Brass M6 x 30mm 0.60kg SS160
per 100

Phosphor bronze M10 1.25kg NU367

Phosphor bronze M12 1.80kg NU370

Brass M6 0.25kg NU165

Brass M8 0.80kg NU166 39

Brass M10 1.15kg NU167

Brass M12 1.65kg NU170

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Insulating tape
Coil size Weight each Part No.

25mm x 33m 0.14kg TP120-FU

Green/yellow general purpose insulating tape.

Denso tape
Coil size Weight each Part No.

50mm x 10m 0.76kg TD005

A waterproof tape for wrapping underground joints.

CoSHH Datasheet available on request.

Silfos
Coil size Thickness Weight each Part No.

50mm x 8m 0.12mm 0.50kg FS005

An alloy of silver, phosphorous and copper. Used to braze copper in air without the
use of Flux.
CoSHH Datasheet available on request.

Flux
Material Weight each Part No.

Flux 0.08kg SA115

Use with tinmans solder for general purpose soldering of copper products.

Tinmans solder
Material Weight each Part No.

60% tin, 40% lead 0.26kg SA105

Dressing tool
Type Weight Part No.
each

Aluminium 0.31kg DT100

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Conductors
Introduction 42
Conductor colour chart and conductor ratings table

Flat tape 43 – 46
Bare, PVC, LSOH, lead covered and tinned copper tape, hard drawn copper bar,
flexible copper braid, and bare and PVC covered aluminium tape

Solid circular 47
Bare and PVC covered copper and aluminium

Stranded 48
Bare and PVC covered copper and bimetallic cable

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By far the largest and most important component of any earthing or structural lightning protection system is the
actual conductor.
Furse offer a comprehensive range of copper and aluminium conductors in each of the main world standard
formats, i.e. flat tape, solid circular and stranded.

Conductor colour chart

The choice of a lightning protection conductor is
usually governed by its aesthetic impact on the Black 18B29*
structure to be protected. For many people the term
lightning conductor conjures up an image of a bright
green strip running down the spire of a church. This
would clearly be unacceptable to the owner / architect Green BS 6746C
of a modern structure.
In order to reduce the impact of an external system
Furse offer a range of UV stabilised PVC covered tapes Grey 00A07*
and solid circular conductors in colours chosen to
match common building materials.
Stone 08B23*

White 10B15*

Brown 06C39*

* PVC colours to BS 5252

Copper conductor ratings

For below ground earthing applications Furse produce a large range of bare copper, tape and stranded conductors
thus offering the designer of the system the correctly rated conductor without the need to oversize.
The following conductor ratings are based upon the recommendations of BS 7430 with an initial conductor
temperature of 30°C and a maximum temperature of 250°C.

Conductor C.S.A. kA for kA for Conductor C.S.A. kA for kA for

size (mm2) 1 sec 3 sec size (mm2) 1 sec 3 sec

12.5 x 1.5mm 18.75 3.3 1.9 31 x 6mm 186 32.7 18.9

12.5 x 3mm 37.5 6.6 3.8 38 x 3mm 114 20.1 11.6

20 x 1.5mm 30 5.3 3.0 38 x 5mm 190 33.4 19.3

20 x 3mm 60 10.6 6.1 38 x 6mm 228 40.1 23.2

25 x 1.5mm 37.5 6.6 3.8 40 x 3mm 120 21.1 12.2

25 x 3mm 75 13.2 7.6 40 x 4mm 160 28.2 16.3

25 x 4mm 100 17.6 10.2 40 x 5mm 200 35.2 20.3

25 x 6mm 150 26.4 15.2 40 x 6mm 240 42.2 24.4

30 x 2mm 60 10.6 6.1 40 x 6.3mm 252 44.4 25.6

30 x 3mm 90 15.8 9.1 50 x 3mm 150 26.4 15.2

30 x 4mm 120 21.1 12.2 50 x 4mm 200 35.2 20.3

30 x 5mm 150 26.4 15.2 50 x 5mm 250 44.0 25.4

31 x 3mm 93 16.4 9.5 50 x 6mm 300 52.8 30.5

31.5 x 4mm 126 22.2 12.8 50 x 6.3mm 315 55.4 32.0

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Bare copper tape

Conductor Weight Standard Part No. Conductor Weight Standard Part No.
size per coil size per coil
(X x Y) metre size (X x Y) metre size

12.5 x 1.5mm 0.17kg 100m TC005 31 x 6mm 1.65kg 30m TC050

12.5 x 3mm 0.33kg 100m TC010 38 x 3mm 1.01kg 50m TC055

20 x 1.5mm 0.27kg 100m TC015 38 x 5mm 1.69kg 30m TC060-FU

20 x 3mm 0.53kg 50m* TC020 38 x 6mm 2.02kg 25m TC065

25 x 1.5mm 0.33kg 100m TC025 40 x 3mm 1.06kg 40m TC067

25 x 3mm 0.67kg 25m* TC030 40 x 4mm 1.42kg 30m TC066

25 x 4mm 0.89kg 50m TC035 40 x 5mm 1.78kg 25m TC071

25 x 6mm 1.33kg 40m TC040 40 x 6mm 2.16kg 25m TC068

30 x 2mm 0.53kg 50m TC039 40 x 6.3mm 2.24kg 25m TC069

30 x 3mm 0.80kg 50m TC042 50 x 3mm 1.33kg 40m TC070

30 x 4mm 1.07kg 40m TC044 50 x 4mm 1.78kg 30m TC075

30 x 5mm 1.33kg 40m TC043 50 x 5mm 2.22kg 20m TC078

31 x 3mm 0.83kg 50m TC045 50 x 6mm 2.68kg 20m TC080

31.5 x 4mm 1.13kg 40m TC048 50 x 6.3mm 2.80kg 20m TC082

* 20 x 3mm also available in 100m coil size (TC020/100)

25 x 3mm also available in 50m coil size (TC030/50).

High conductivity copper tape to BS EN 13601 (formerly BS 1432).

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Colour range
Conductor size Weight per Standard coil Black Green Grey Stone White Brown
(X x Y) metre size 18B29 * 00A07 08B23 10B15 06C39

12.5 x 1.5mm 0.21kg 100m TC100 - - - - -

25 x 3mm 0.77kg 25m TC105-FU TC110 TC115-FU TC120-FU TC125-FU TC130

25 x 3mm 0.77kg 50m TC105/50 TC110/50 TC115/50 TC120/50 TC125/50 TC130/50

25 x 6mm 1.53kg 40m - TC140-FU - - - -

50 x 6mm 2.95kg 20m - TC145 - - - -

Other colours are available to order. Contact Furse for details. Furse takes every
precaution to ensure the UV stability of its PVC coverings, but as with all plastics,
colour variation will occur over time.

High conductivity copper tape to BS EN 13601 (formerly BS 1432).

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LSOH covered copper tape

Conductor Colour Weight Standard Part No.
size (X x Y) per metre coil size

25 x 3mm Green 0.77kg 25m* TC910

25 x 6mm Green 1.53kg 40m TC940

50 x 6mm Green 2.95kg 20m TC980

* 25 x 3mm also available in 50m coil size (TC910/50).

High conductivity copper tape to BS EN 13601 (formerly BS 1432).

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Green & yellow PVC insulated copper tape

Conductor Weight Standard Part No.
size (X x Y) per metre coil size

25 x 3mm 0.79kg 25m* TC111-FU

* Also available in 50m coil size (TC111/50).

High conductivity copper tape to BS EN 13601 (formerly BS 1432).

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Lead covered copper tape

Conductor Weight Standard Part No.
size (X x Y) per metre coil size

25 x 3mm 2.56kg 25m TC330

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Tinned copper tape

Conductor Weight Standard Part No.
size (X x Y) per metre coil size

12.5 x 1.5mm 0.17kg 100m TC225-FU

25 x 3mm 0.67kg 50m TC230

30 x 2mm 0.53kg 50m TC239

25 x 6mm 1.33kg 40m TC240

31 x 3mm 0.83kg 50m TC245

38 x 5mm 1.69kg 30m TC260

50 x 6mm 2.68kg 20m TC280

High conductivity copper tape to BS EN 13601 (formerly BS 1432).

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Bare hard drawn bar
Conductor Weight Part No.
size (X x Y) per metre

25 x 3mm 0.67kg BA205*

25 x 6mm 1.33kg BA210

38 x 6mm 2.03kg BA225

50 x 6mm 2.67kg BA230*

50 x 10mm 4.45kg BA235

75 x 6mm 4.00kg BA240

100 x 6mm 5.38kg BA250-FU

Tinned hard drawn bar

Conductor Weight Part No.
size (X x Y) per metre

50 x 6mm 2.67kg BA231*

Random lengths of 4 metres except * supplied in random lengths of 3 metres.

Hard drawn high conductivity copper bar to BS EN 12163.

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Bare braid
Overall nominal Size Weight Part No.
size (X x Y) per metre

12 x 1mm 6mm2 0.055kg BD020

15 x 1.5mm 10mm2 0.096kg BD025

19 x 2.5mm 16mm2 0.16kg BD026

32 x 6mm 70mm2 0.63kg BD027

25 x 3.5mm 35mm2 0.34kg BD030

Tinned braid
Overall nominal Size Weight Part No.
size (X x Y) per metre Other sizes and types of braid can be
25 x 3.5mm 35mm2 0.34kg BD035 made to order.
Please telephone for details.
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High conductivity copper wire to BS 4109-C101.

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Bare aluminium tape

Conductor Weight Standard Part No.
size (X x Y) per metre coil size

12.5 x 1.5mm 0.05kg 50m TA005

20 x 3mm 0.17kg 50m TA020

25 x 3mm 0.21kg 50m TA030

30 x 3mm 0.25kg 50m TA042

25 x 6mm 0.42kg 50m TA040

40 x 6mm 0.67kg 50m TA068

50 x 6mm 0.85kg 50m TA080

Aluminium tape to BS 2898-1350.

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Colour range
Conductor size Weight per Standard coil Black Green Grey Stone White Brown
(X x Y) metre size 18B29 * 00A07 08B23 10B15 06C39

12.5 x 1.5mm 0.09kg 50m TA100 - - - - -

20 x 3mm 0.25kg 50m TA104 - - - - -

25 x 3mm 0.30kg 50m TA105 TA110 TA115 TA120 TA125 TA130

Other colours are available to order. Contact Furse for details. Furse takes every
precaution to ensure the UV stability of its PVC coverings, but as with all plastics,
colour variation will occur over time.

Aluminium tape to BS 2898-1350.

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Anti-vandal down conductor guard

Weight each Part No.
Length

3000mm 2.90kg AV005

Fix using round head wood screws (Part no. SW405) and wall plugs
3000mm (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories, page 39.
16mm

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40mm

Suitable for use with 25 x 3mm tape.

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Bare solid circular

Conductor Diameter Cross-sectional Weight Standard Part No.
material (A) area per metre coil size

Copper 8mm 50.27mm2 0.44kg 50m CD035

Aluminium 8mm 50.27mm2 0.12kg 50m CD080

Copper conductor to BS EN 13601 (formerly BS 1433).

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PVC covered solid circular

Colour range
Conductor Diameter Cross- Weight per Standard coil Black Grey Stone White Brown
material (A) sectional area metre size 18B29 00A07 08B23 10B15 06C39

Copper 8mm 50.27mm2 0.49kg 50m CD036 CD038 CD039 CD040 CD041

Aluminium 8mm 50.27mm 2

0.18kg 50m CD081 CD083 CD084 CD085 CD086

Other colours are available to order.

Contact Furse for details. Furse takes every precaution to ensure the UV stability of
its PVC coverings, but as with all plastics, colour variation will occur over time.

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Bare stranded copper cable

Cross- Stranding Weight Part No. Cross- Stranding Weight Part No.
sectional No./mm per sectional No./mm per
area Ø metre area Ø metre
6mm2 7/1.04 0.05kg CB006 120mm2 37/2.03 1.09kg CB120
16mm2 7/1.70 0.15kg CB016 150mm2 37/2.25 1.33kg CB150-FU
25mm2 7/2.14 0.23kg CB025 185mm2 37/2.52 1.67kg CB185
35mm2 7/2.52 0.32kg CB035 240mm2 61/2.25 2.20kg CB240
50mm2 19/1.78 0.43kg CB050-FU 300mm2 61/2.52 2.76kg CB300-FU
70mm2 19/2.14 0.62kg CB070 400mm2 61/2.85 3.53kg CB400-FU
95mm2 19/2.52 0.86kg CB095

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area No./mm Ø per metre
70mm2 7/3.55 0.64kg CB071

Hard drawn stranded copper cable to BS 7884

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Cross- Stranding Weight Part No. Cross- Stranding Weight Part No.
sectional No./mm per sectional No./mm per
area Ø metre area Ø metre
16mm2 7/1.70 0.19kg CC016 120mm2 37/2.03 1.16kg CC120-FU
25mm2 7/2.14 0.29kg CC025 150mm2 37/2.25 1.54kg CC150-FU
35mm2 7/2.52 0.41kg CC035 185mm2 37/2.52 2.01kg CC185
50mm2 19/1.78 0.53kg CC050 240mm2 61/2.25 2.49kg CC240
70mm2 19/2.14 0.73kg CC070 300mm2 61/2.52 3.05kg CC300
95mm2 19/2.52 1.00kg CC095 400mm2 61/2.85 3.90kg CC400-FU

PVC covered soft drawn stranded copper cable to BS 6004.

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Bimetallic cable
AWG Cross-sectional Nominal Stranding Weight Part No.
area diameter No./AWG per metre
1/0 50mm2 9.96mm 3/5 0.41kg BC001
1 40mm2 8.86mm 3/6 0.33kg BC002
2 35mm2 7.9mm 3/7 0.26kg BC003
3 25mm2 7.04mm 3/8 0.21kg BC004
4 20mm2 6.27mm 3/9 0.16kg BC005
5 16mm2 5.59mm 3/10 0.13kg BC006
6 10mm2 4.42mm 3/12 0.08kg BC007
300 150mm2 15.6mm 7/4 1.22kg BC008
4/0 120mm2 13.9mm 7/5 0.97kg BC009
3/0 95mm2 12.3mm 7/6 0.77kg BC010
2/0 70mm2 11mm 7/7 0.61kg BC011
1/0 50mm2 9.78mm 7/8 0.48kg BC012
1 40mm2 8.71mm 7/9 0.38kg BC013
2 35mm2 7.77mm 7/10 0.30kg BC014
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Earthing
Introduction 50 – 51
How to apply earthing equipment

Earth rods 52 – 54
Copperbond, solid copper and stainless steel

Earthing accessories 55 – 71
Earth plates and seals, inspection pits, earth rod clamps, fixings, bonds and clamps,
rebar to rebar clamps, earth points, earth bars and disconnection links, earth boss and insulators,
earth electrode backfills, rod hammer, hammer rig and earth resistance testers

Static earthing kits 72

A range of static earth leads and discharge reels

Compression tools 73 – 74
Manual and battery operated compression and cutting tools

Compression connectors 75 – 76 49
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An effective earthing system is a fundamental Earth plates are used to attain an

requirement of any modern structure or system for effective earth in shallow soils
operational and/or safety reasons. Without such a with underlying rocks or in
system, the safety of a structure, the equipment locations with large amounts of
contained within it and its occupants are compromised. buried services. They can also
Earthing systems typically fall into (but are not limited provide protection at potentially
to) one of the following categories: dangerous places
e.g. HV switching positions.
– Power generation, transmission and distribution
– Lightning protection
Connectors and terminations
– Control of undesirable static electricity
An effective earthing system relies on joints and
– Telecommunications connections to have good electrical conductivity with
The following schematic illustrates the key elements of high mechanical strength.
an effective earthing system. Poorly chosen or badly installed joints and connectors
can compromise the safe operation of an earthing
Conductors and Earth rods system.
Furse offer a range of connectors and termination
As with lightning protection, the first choice faced by
methods to suit a wide range of applications.
the designer of an earthing system is the type of
conductor to be used. The correct choice of conductor
is extremely important, whether it be a simple below
ground electrode or a complex computer room signal
reference grid.

Conductors This illustration is designed to demonstrate the main aspects and

individual components of an earthing system. It is not intended to
Furse offer three types of conductor: Flat tape, solid
represent an actual scheme conforming to a particular code of
circular and stranded cable. practice. The drawing is not to scale.
A range of conductor materials are
available. Above ground, copper,
aluminium and steel may be used.
Below ground, copper is the most
common choice due to its high resistance to corrosion.
It is important that earthing conductors should
be correctly sized for their application, as they
may be required to carry a considerable current for
several seconds. Specific data regarding conductor
ratings can be found on page 42.

Earth rods and plates

In addition to the conductors outlined above, earth
rods and plates or any combination thereof can be
used to achieve an effective earth depending on the
site conditions.
Earth rods take advantage of
lower resistivity soils at greater
depths than normal excavation
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FurseWELD exothermic welding Mechanical clamps
A simple, self-contained method of forming high Where permanent connections are not appropriate,
quality electrical connections which requires no mechanical clamps offer the ideal solution. These are
external power or heat source. Connections are made typically used on smaller scale installations where
using the high temperature reaction of powdered periodic disconnection for testing is required.
copper oxide and aluminium. All Furse mechanical clamps are
FurseWELD connections allow manufactured from high copper
conductors to carry higher currents content alloy. They have high
than other types of connections. mechanical strength, excellent
They will never loosen, are highly corrosion resistance and
conductive and have excellent conductivity.
corrosion resistance.
Earth inspection pits
Compression connectors
Regular inspection and testing of
For applications where exothermic welding is not the earthing system is essential.
appropriate for creating permanent Inspection pits allow easy access to
connections, compression earth electrodes and conductors to
connectors may be used. facilitate this procedure.
Compression connectors produce
very robust joints which can be
buried in the ground or in
concrete.
Earth bars
Earth bars are an efficient and
convenient way of providing a
common earth point. Integral
disconnecting links mean the
earth bars can be isolated for
testing purposes.

Earth electrode backfills

Earth electrode backfills are to be
used in areas where required
resistance levels are difficult to
achieve. These products effectively
act to increase the electrodes
surface area thus lowering its
resistance to earth.

Product selector
(1) Conductors p43–48
(2) Earth rods p52–54
(3) Earth plates p55
(4) FurseWELD exothermic welding Refer to
FurseWELD
catalogue
(5) Compression connectors p75–76
(6) Mechanical clamps p57–66
(7) Earth inspection pits p56
(8) Earth bars p67

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Earth electrode materials

Quality earth rods are commonly made from either solid copper, stainless steel or
copperbonded steel.
Furse can supply all three types, but the copperbonded steel cored rod is by far the most
popular, due to its combination of strength, corrosion resistance, and comparatively
low cost.
Solid copper and stainless steel rods offer a very high level of corrosion resistance at the
expense of lower strength and higher cost.

Diameter of rod
One common misconception is that the diameter of the rod has a drastic effect on
lowering earth resistance. This is not true! As the graph shows, you only lower the
resistance value by 9.5 per cent by doubling the diameter of the rod (which means
increasing the weight and the cost of the rod by approximately 400 per cent!)
Thus the rationale is: Use the most economical rod that soil conditions will allow you to
drive. This is one of the ways to ensure that you don’t waste money on
over-dimensioned rods.

Effect of electrode diameter on resistance

Thread and shank diameters

Confusion often arises between thread and shank diameters for threaded rods.
The thread rolling process, used by quality rod manufacturers, raises the surface of the
rod so that thread diameter (B) is greater than shank diameter (A) (see drawing).
All threads are Unified National Coarse (UNC-2A).

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Furse copperbond earth rods probably offer to the installer the best and most economical earth rods available. They
are made by molecularly bonding 99.9% pure electrolytic copper onto a low carbon steel core.
Furse rods are not of the sheathed type. They are highly resistant to corrosion, and because the steel used has a very
high tensile strength, they can be driven by power hammers to great depths.
The counter-bored couplings are made from high copper content alloy, commercial brass is not used. This again
ensures excellent corrosion resistance and high strength.
Copper thickness minimum 250 microns.

Threaded copperbond earth rod

Nominal Length Thread Shank Weight Part No. Driving stud
diameter diameter ‘B’ diameter ‘A’ each
1
⁄2” 1200mm ⁄16”
9
12.7mm 1.18kg RB105
1
⁄2” 1500mm ⁄16”
9
12.7mm 1.55kg RB110
1
⁄2” 1800mm ⁄16”
9
12.7mm 1.76kg RB115
1
⁄2” 2400mm ⁄16”
9
12.7mm 2.36kg RB125
5
⁄8” 1200mm 5
⁄8” 14.2mm 1.53kg RB205-FU
5
⁄8” 1500mm 5
⁄8” 14.2mm 1.88kg RB210
Threaded
5
⁄8” 1800mm 5
⁄8” 14.2mm 2.29kg RB215 coupling
5
⁄8” 2100mm 5
⁄8” 14.2mm 2.51kg RB220-FU
5
⁄8” 2400mm 5
⁄8” 14.2mm 3.00kg RB225
5
⁄8” 3000mm 5
⁄8” 14.2mm 3.79kg RB235
3
⁄4” 1200mm 3
⁄4” 17.2mm 2.19kg RB305
3
⁄4” 1500mm 3
⁄4” 17.2mm 2.73kg RB310
3
⁄4” 1800mm 3
⁄4” 17.2mm 3.27kg RB315
3
⁄4” 2100mm 3
⁄4” 17.2mm 3.83kg RB320-FU
3
⁄4” 2400mm 3
⁄4” 17.2mm 4.35kg RB325
3
⁄4” 3000mm 3
⁄4” 17.2mm 5.44kg RB335

Copper thickness minimum 250 microns.

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Fittings
Type Weight each Part No.
Rod
1
⁄2” Coupling 0.09kg CG170
5
⁄8” Coupling 0.08kg CG270
3
⁄4” Coupling 0.13kg CG370
1
⁄2” Driving stud 0.05kg ST100
5
⁄8” Driving stud 0.08kg ST200
3
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Unthreaded copperbond rod

Diameter Length Weight each Part No.

Driving head 9.0mm 1200mm 0.62kg RB005

12.7mm 1200mm 1.18kg RB103
12.7mm 1500mm 1.55kg RB107
12.7mm 1800mm 1.76kg RB116
12.7mm 2400mm 2.36kg RB126
14.2mm 1200mm 1.53kg RB203
14.2mm 1500mm 1.88kg RB213
14.2mm 1800mm 2.29kg RB216
14.2mm 2000mm 2.51kg RB217
Rod 14.2mm 2100mm 2.68kg RB223
14.2mm 2400mm 3.00kg RB226
14.2mm 3000mm 3.79kg RB236
Taper coupling 17.2mm 1200mm 2.19kg RB306
17.2mm 1500mm 2.73kg RB313
17.2mm 1800mm 3.27kg RB316
17.2mm 2000mm 3.64kg RB317
17.2mm 2100mm 3.83kg RB323
17.2mm 2400mm 4.35kg RB326
17.2mm 3000mm 5.44kg RB336

Fittings
Type Weight each Part No.
12.7mm Coupling 0.09kg CG177
14.2mm Coupling 0.08kg CG277
17.2mm Coupling 0.13kg CG377
12.7mm Driving head 0.25kg ST107
14.2mm Driving head 0.22kg ST207
Driving stud
17.2mm Driving head 0.27kg ST307

Earth rods to BS EN 50164-2, BS 7430, UL467

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Solid copper rod Stainless steel rod
Furse solid copper earth rods offer Stainless steel rods are used to
Rod
greater resistance to corrosion. They overcome many of the problems
are ideally used in applications where caused by galvanic corrosion which can
soil conditions are very aggressive, take place between dissimilar metals
such as soils with high salt content. buried in close proximity.
Connections to the rods can be by Furse stainless steel earth rods are
Coupling dowel
mechanical clamps, compression or by highly resistant to corrosion.
Furse’s own “FurseWELD” exothermic Connections to the rods can be by
welding system. mechanical clamps, compression or by
Furse’s own “FurseWELD” exothermic
Diameter Length Weight Part No.
each welding system.

15mm 1200mm 1.88kg RC010 Diameter Length Weight Part No.

20mm 1200mm 3.34kg RC015 each

16mm 1200mm 1.87kg RS005

Fittings
Type Weight Part No. Fittings
each
Type Weight Part No.
15mm Driving stud 0.02kg ST010 each
20mm Driving stud 0.05kg ST015 15mm Driving stud 0.02kg ST010
Spike
Coupling dowel for 0.02kg CG013 Stainless steel
both sizes of above 0.02kg CG005
54 coupling dowel
rods
BS EN 50164-2, 15mm Spike 0.02kg SP010
15mm Spike 0.02kg SP010
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Earth plate – solid copper

Size Total Weight Part No.
surface area each

600 x 600 x 1.5mm 0.72m2 5.00kg PE005

900 x 900 x 1.5mm 1.63m2 11.21kg PE015

600 x 600 x 3mm 0.73m2 9.74kg PE010

900 x 900 x 3mm 1.63m2 21.74kg PE020

BS EN 12163
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Size Total Weight Part No.
surface area each

600 x 600 x 3mm 0.31m2 3.98kg PE110

900 x 900 x 3mm 0.65m2 7.20kg PE120

BS EN 13601 (formerly BS 1432)

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Earth rod seal

Description Weight Part No.
each

Single-flange earth rod seal (for most applications) 2.00kg ES210*

Double-flange earth rod seal (for deep concrete slab-layers) 3.20kg ES220*

* For use with 5⁄8” UNC rods only.

A waterproof earth electrode seal for use in constructions where internal earths are
specified.
The unique design allows the seal to be effective across a broad range of rod
diameters from a nominal 1⁄2” to 3⁄4” rod, by the use of various compression rings and
seal kits.
For use with PT205 – lightweight inspection pit.

ES210 ES220

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Lightweight inspection pit

Description Weight each Part No.

Lightweight inspection pit with grey lid 1.80kg PT205

Lightweight inspection pit with black (unbranded) lid 1.80kg PT309-FU

Accessories
Description Weight each Part No.

300mm 5 hole earth bar 0.40kg PT004

256mm 6mm Allen key 0.03kg AK005
54mm

The lightweight inspection pit weighs only 1.8kg yet is load rated to 5,000kg. It has a
lockable lid and improved working area compared to the concrete inspection pit.
158mm

ø200mm Nominal
An integral earth bar is available as an optional extra.
Manufactured from high-performance polymer, the lightweight pit is UV stable and
chemically resistant.
ø 70mm

Lightweight inspection pit with concrete lid

Description Weight each Part No.

Lightweight inspection pit with concrete lid 7.50kg PT110

Accessories
Description Weight each Part No.

5 hole earth bar 0.40kg PT004

M8 x 100mm lg mild steel ‘J’ bolt lifting hook 0.04kg JH100

300mm
256mm M8 x 60 stainless steel Allen caphead screw (2 per lid) 0.03kg AS100
54mm

New to the range is a lightweight inspection pit with a concrete lid. Suitable for use
in pedestrianised and light vehicular areas, the pit is load rated to 1,200kg.
158mm

ø200mm Nominal The lid can be locked in place, if required (order 2 x AS100 Allen caphead screws).

ø 70mm

Concrete inspection pit

Description A B C Dimensions Weight each Part No.

Concrete inspection pit 320mm x 192mm x 146mm 30kg PT005

NEW Lightweight concrete inspection pit 285mm x 140mm x 130mm 19kg PT050

Accessories
Description Weight each Part No.

5 hole earth bar 0.40kg PT006

A
7 hole earth bar 0.58kg PT007

The concrete inspection pit is load rated to 4,500kg and is suitable for most types of
earthing and lightning protection installations.
B

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Lightweight inspection pit (PT205) is recommended for this type of application.
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Rod to tape clamp (type A)

Nominal rod Max. Weight Part No.
diameter conductor each
1
⁄2” 12.7mm 26 x 12mm 0.15kg CR105
5
⁄8” 16mm 26 x 12mm 0.15kg CR105
3
⁄4” 20mm 26 x 10mm 0.15kg CR105
5
⁄8” 16mm 30 x 2mm 0.16kg CR108
3
⁄4” 20mm 30 x 2mm 0.16kg CR108
5
⁄8” 16mm 40 x 12mm 0.24kg CR110
5
⁄8” 16mm 51 x 8mm 0.30kg CR115
3
⁄4” 20mm 51 x 12mm 0.30kg CR125
1
⁄2” 12.7mm 26 x 20mm 0.23kg CR130
5
⁄8” 16mm 26 x 18mm 0.23kg CR130
3
⁄4” 20mm 26 x 10mm 0.23kg CR130

1” 25mm 26 x 10mm 0.23kg CR130

Corrosion resistance, conductivity and mechanical strength are essential

considerations in clamp design to ensure an earthing system remains operative for
many years. All Furse earth rod clamps have high strength copper alloy bodies and
screws e.g. aluminium bronze, phosphor bronze etc., commercial brass is not used.

BS EN 50164-1 Tightening torque 15Nm

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Rod to cable clamp (type G)

Nominal rod Max. Weight Part No.
diameter conductor each
3
⁄8” 9.5mm 6 – 35mm2 0.03kg CR505
1
⁄2” 12.5mm 16 – 50mm2 0.05kg CR510-FU*
5
⁄8” 16mm 16 – 70mm2 0.06kg CR515*
3
⁄4” 20mm 35 – 95mm2 0.06kg CR520*

1” 25mm 70 – 120mm2 0.14kg CR525

* Suitable for use with 8mm Ø solid circular copper conductor.

BS EN 50164-1 Tightening torque 12Nm

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‘U’ bolt rod clamp (type E)

Nominal rod Hole centres Tape width Weight Part No.
diameter each
5
⁄8” 37mm - 0.20kg CR305
3
⁄4” 37mm - 0.20kg CR310

1” 37mm - 0.20kg CR315

5
⁄8” 37mm 25mm 0.26kg CR320*

11⁄2” 54mm - 0.37kg CR325

2” 64mm - 0.44kg CR330

‘U’ Bolt threaded M10.

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Rod to cable clamp (type GUV)

Nominal rod Conductor Weight Part No.
diameter range each
5
⁄8” 16mm 16 – 95mm2 0.39kg CR700*
3
⁄4” 20mm 16 – 70mm2 0.39kg CR700*
5
⁄8” 16mm 70 – 185mm2 0.39kg CR705
3
⁄4” 20mm 70 – 150mm2 0.39kg CR705
5
⁄8” 16mm 150 – 300mm2 0.62kg CR730
3
⁄4” 20mm 150 – 300mm2 0.62kg CR730

* Suitable for use with 8mm Ø solid circular copper conductor.

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Rod to cable lug clamp (type B)

Nominal rod Rod Bolt Weight Part No.
diameter type size each
3
⁄8” 9.5mm Copperbond M8 0.09kg CR205
5
⁄8” 16mm Copperbond M10 0.30kg CR215
5
⁄8” 15mm Solid copper M10 0.30kg CR220
3
⁄4” 20mm Copperbond M10 0.30kg CR225
3
⁄4” 20mm Solid copper M10 0.30kg CR230

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Conductor Channel Bolt Conductor Weight Part No.
range thickness size material each

16 – 70mm2 10mm M10 Copper 0.13kg BN125*

70 – 120mm2 10mm M12 Copper 0.22kg BN130

25 – 50mm2 10mm M10 Copper 0.08kg BN300-FU*

25 – 50mm2 10mm M10 Aluminium 0.05kg BN305*

120 – 185mm2 10mm M12 Copper 0.30kg BN320

185 – 240mm2 10mm M12 Copper 0.40kg BN325

For bonding copper cable or wire to steel structures.

* Suitable for use with 8mm Ø solid circular conductor.

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Square tape clamp NEW

Conductor size Material Weight each Part No.

25 x 3mm Copper 0.12kg CT105-H

25 x 6mm Copper 0.30kg CT110-H

50 x 6mm Copper 0.60kg CT115-H

Manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys. Simple to install,
providing an effective low resistance connection between overlapping tapes to allow Reg. design
cross, tee, through and right angle joints to be formed.

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SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Tightening torque 5Nm

DC tape clip
Use with bare copper Use with PVC covered copper
Conductor Weight Part No. Conductor Weight Part No.
size each size each

20 x 3mm 0.06kg CP205 25 x 3mm 0.10kg CP215

25 x 4mm 0.07kg CP216 25 x 6mm 0.13kg CP225

Pat. Pending
30 x 5mm 0.10kg CP227 50 x 6mm 0.26kg CP265

38 x 5mm 0.12kg CP245

Use with lead covered copper
40 x 4mm 0.14kg CP241
Conductor Weight Part No.
50 x 4mm 0.15kg CP256 size each

Swing lid DC tape clip – 25 x 3mm 0.20kg CP305

Use with bare copper DC tape clips manufactured from high
Conductor Weight Part No. quality copper and aluminium alloys
size each for excellent corrosion resistance and
high pull off loads.
25 x 3mm 0.07kg CP210-H NEW

25 x 6mm 0.08kg CP220-H NEW

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or
SW105) and wall plugs (Part no. PS305) – see Accessories page 39.

Adjustable DC tape clip NEW

Use with bare copper
Conductor size Weight each Part No.

31 x 3mm and 31 x 6mm – use with bare copper 0.10kg CP230-H

Pat. Pending
38 x 3mm, 38 x 6mm and 40 x 6mm – use with bare copper 0.12kg CP240-H

50 x 3mm and 50 x 6mm – use with bare copper 0.16kg CP260-H

DC tape clips manufactured from high quality copper and aluminium alloys for
excellent corrosion resistance and high pull off loads.

Fix using countersunk wood screws 11⁄2” No. 10 or M6 (Part no. SW005 or 59
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‘B’ bond
Maximum Conductor Weight Part No.
Bolt size
tape width material each

26mm M10 Copper 0.12kg BN105

26mm M10 Aluminium 0.06kg BN005

31mm M10 Copper 0.15kg BN113

For bonding tape to steel structures.

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Metalwork bond
Conductor Conductor Weight Part No.
diameter material each

8mm Copper 0.37kg CS350

8mm Aluminium 0.17kg CS355

For connecting to all types of metal structures up to 13mm thickness.

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RWP bond
Maximum Conductor Weight Part No.
Bolt size
tape width material each

26mm M10 Copper 0.12kg BN115

26mm M10 Aluminium 0.07kg BN010

For bonding tape to rainwater pipes, handrails etc.

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Watermain bond
Maximum Conductor Weight Part No.
tape width material each

26mm Copper 0.26kg BN120

For bonding tape to large diameter pipes.

BS 7430
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Conductor Pipe Conductor Weight each Part No.
diameter diameter material

8mm 50 – 200mm Copper 0.46kg BN175

8mm 50 – 200mm Aluminium 0.25kg BN176

For bonding to ducts and large diameter pipeworks.

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Pipe clamp

Pipe diameter Conductor range Weight each Part No.

1
⁄2” – 1” 13 – 25mm 25 – 95mm2 0.3kg 3902

1 ⁄4” – 2”
1
32 – 50mm 25 – 95mm2 0.4kg 3903

21⁄2” – 31⁄2” 65 – 90mm 25 – 95mm2 0.5kg 3904

4” – 5” 100 – 125mm 25 – 95mm2 0.6kg 3905-TB

6” 150mm 25 – 95mm2 0.8kg 3906-TB

8” 200mm 25 – 95mm2 1.0kg 3907

10” 250mm 25 – 95mm2 1.1kg 3908

12” 300mm 25 – 95mm2 1.5kg 3909-TB

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Flexible copper braid bond

Overall braid Hole Hole Weight Part No.
dimensions size centres each

25 x 3.5mm 11mm 200mm 0.09kg BN505

25 x 3.5mm 11mm 400mm 0.15kg BN510

Flexible copper braid for bonding gates, doors, fences etc. Equivalent cross sectional
area 35mm2. Other materials, lengths and sections available as special items.

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Conductor material Weight each Part No.

Copper 0.64kg RX005

For setting into roadways or runways. Provides a static discharge point for aircraft,
fuel tankers, etc.

BS 7430
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Eyebolt

Nominal copperbond rod diameter Weight each Part No.

5
⁄8” 0.52kg BT150
3
⁄4” 0.52kg BT160

Screws direct onto a copperbond earth rod, offering an earth point for boats, trucks
etc.

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Straight setscrew type cable socket

Conductor Palm hole Conductor Weight each Part No.
diameter diameter material

8mm 12mm Copper 0.11kg SX450

8mm 12mm Aluminium 0.05kg SX455

For bonding copper and aluminium conductors to steel work.

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Type H – High strength splitbolt connector

Conductor range
Main Tap Dimension Weight Part No.
Min Max Min Max B each
4mm2 10mm2 2.5mm2 10mm2 4.1mm 0.02kg 8H-FU

10mm2 16mm2 2.5mm2 16mm2 5.5mm 0.03kg 4H-FU

16mm2 25mm2 4mm2 25mm2 6.9mm 0.04kg 2H-FU

25mm2 35mm2 4mm2 35mm2 8.4mm 0.06kg 1H-FU

35mm2 50mm2 4mm2 50mm2 9.7mm 0.09kg 10H-FU

35mm2 70mm2 4mm2 70mm2 11.2mm 0.14kg 20H-FU

50mm2 95mm2 4mm2 95mm2 13.6mm 0.17kg 30H-FU

50mm2 120mm2 6mm2 120mm2 14.7mm 0.18kg 40H-FU

95mm2 185mm2 6mm2 185mm2 18.2mm 0.35kg 350M-FU

B
For copper to copper connections. No special tools required.

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Conductor Rebar Conductor Weight each Part No.
diameter diameter material

8mm 8 –18mm Copper 0.32kg BN150

8mm 18 – 38mm Copper 0.75kg BN155

For bonding to reinforcing bars, steam pipes, handrails etc.

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NEW Rebar to rebar connecting clip

Maximum rebar Maximum rebar Weight Part No.
diameter (A) diameter (B) each

8mm 12mm 0.05kg RR812

16mm 16mm 0.05kg RR1616

20mm 20mm 0.06kg RR2121

25mm 25mm 0.07kg RR2626

Pat. Pending 32mm 32mm 0.07kg RR3232

40mm 40mm 0.08kg RR3838

A
Manufactured from high quality stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance.
Simple to install, providing a secure connection between internal reinforcing bars.
B
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Rebar Conductor Weight Part No.
diameter size each

12mm 50mm² or 8mm dia. 0.05kg RC812-0850

16mm 8mm dia., 50 – 70 – 95mm² 0.06kg RC16-087095

20mm 8mm dia., 50 – 70 – 95mm² 0.07kg RC20-087095

25mm 8mm dia., 50 – 70 – 95mm² 0.07kg RC25-087095

Pat. Pending 32mm 8mm dia., 50 – 70 – 95mm² 0.07kg RC32-087095

40mm 8mm dia., 50 – 70 – 95mm² 0.08kg RC40-087095

Manufactured from high quality stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance.
Simple to install, providing a secure connection between internal reinforcing bars
and conductor.

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
D
TE

S
TE

NEW Rebar to tape connecting clip

Rebar Conductor Weight Part No.
diameter size each

25mm 25 x 3mm 0.07kg RC25-087095

Manufactured from high quality stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance.
Simple to install, providing a secure connection between internal reinforcing bars
and flat tape conductor.
Pat. Pending

BS EN 50164-1 Class H
D
TE

S
TE

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 Earth points

Single hole earth point

Hole size Length Weight each Part No.

M8 x 15mm 80mm 0.14kg PC100-FU

M10 x 15mm 80mm 0.14kg PC101

M12 x 15mm 80mm 0.14kg PC102

M16 x 15mm 80mm 0.14kg PC103

Stem diameter = 10.7mm (70mm2).

BS 7430
D
TE

S
TE

Two hole earth point

Hole size Length Weight each Part No.

M8 x 12mm 80mm 0.44kg PC115-FU

Supplied c/w front plate for connection of 25mm x 3mm copper tape or 70mm2
stranded copper cable.

M8 x 12mm 80mm 0.44kg PC120

Supplied c/w front plate for connection of 25mm x 3mm copper tape or 8mm
diameter solid circular copper.

M8 x 12mm 80mm 0.28kg PC125

BS EN 50164-1 Class H, BS 7430

D
TE

S
TE

Tightening torque 8Nm

Four hole earth point

Hole size Length Weight each Part No.

M8 x 14mm 75mm 0.41kg PC110

Stem diameter = 10.7mm (70mm2).

BS 7430
D
TE

S
TE

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Earth point with pre-welded tail

Description Weight each Part No.

As PC100-FU with prewelded 500mm long tail of 70mm2 0.56kg PC105

PVC insulated earth cable

As PC101 with prewelded 500mm long tail of 70mm2 0.56kg PC106

PVC insulated earth cable

As PC102 with prewelded 500mm long tail of 70mm2 0.56kg PC107

PVC insulated earth cable

As PC103 with prewelded 500mm long tail of 70mm2 0.56kg PC108

PVC insulated earth cable

As PC110 with prewelded 500mm long tail of 70mm2 1.14kg PC111

PVC insulated earth cable

As PC115-FU with prewelded 500mm long tail of 70mm2 0.84kg PC116

PVC insulated earth cable

As PC120 with prewelded 500mm long tail of 70mm2 0.84kg PC121

PVC insulated earth cable

As PC125 with prewelded 500mm long tail of 70mm2 0.84kg PC126-FU

PVC insulated earth cable

For earth points PC100-FU etc. please refer to page 65.

BS EN 50164-1 Class H, BS 7430

D
TE

S
TE

Tightening torque 8Nm

NEW Earth point with double pre-welded tail

Description Weight each Part No.

As PC110 but with 2 x 500mm prewelded long tail 1.23kg PC216

of 70mm² PVC insulated earth cable

As PC115-FU but with 2 x 500mm prewelded long tail 1.26kg PC211

of 70mm² PVC insulated earth cable

As PC120 but with 2 x 500mm prewelded long tail of 70mm² 1.26kg PC221
PVC insulated earth cable

For earth points PC110 etc. please refer to page 65.

BS EN 50164-1 Class H, BS 7430

D
TE

S
TE

Tightening torque 8Nm

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 Earth bars

Earth bar
Description Length Width Height Weight each Part No.
6 way 400mm 90mm 90mm 1.80kg LK245-6
8 way 500mm 90mm 90mm 2.20kg LK245-8
10 way 650mm 90mm 90mm 2.80kg LK245-10
12 way 750mm 90mm 90mm 3.20kg LK245-12
14 way 850mm 90mm 90mm 3.60kg LK245-14
16 way 950mm 90mm 90mm 4.00kg LK245-16
18 way 1050mm 90mm 90mm 4.40kg LK245-18
20 way 1200mm 90mm 90mm 5.00kg LK245-20
22 way 1300mm 90mm 90mm 5.40kg LK245-22
24 way 1400mm 90mm 90mm 5.80kg LK245-24
26 way 1500mm 90mm 90mm 6.20kg LK245-26
28 way 1650mm 90mm 90mm 6.90kg LK245-28
30 way 1750mm 90mm 90mm 7.30kg LK245-30

Earth bar with single disconnecting link

Description Length Width Height Weight each Part No.
6 way 475mm 90mm 96mm 2.30kg LK243-6
8 way 575mm 90mm 96mm 2.70kg LK243-8
10 way 725mm 90mm 96mm 3.30kg LK243-10
12 way 825mm 90mm 96mm 3.70kg LK243-12
14 way 925mm 90mm 96mm 4.10kg LK243-14
16 way 1025mm 90mm 96mm 4.50kg LK243-16
18 way 1125mm 90mm 96mm 4.90kg LK243-18 LK207-6
20 way 1275mm 90mm 96mm 5.50kg LK243-20
22 way 1375mm 90mm 96mm 5.90kg LK243-22
24 way 1475mm 90mm 96mm 6.30kg LK243-24
26 way 1575mm 90mm 96mm 6.70kg LK243-26
28 way 1725mm 90mm 96mm 7.40kg LK243-28
30 way 1825mm 90mm 96mm 7.80kg LK243-30 LK243-6

Earth bar with twin disconnecting links LK245-6 LK205

Description Length Width Height Weight each Part No.

6 way 550mm 90mm 96mm 2.80kg LK207-6
8 way 650mm 90mm 96mm 3.20kg LK207-8
10 way 800mm 90mm 96mm 3.80kg LK207-10
12 way 900mm 90mm 96mm 4.20kg LK207-12
14 way 1000mm 90mm 96mm 4.60kg LK207-14
16 way 1100mm 90mm 96mm 5.00kg LK207-16
18 way 1200mm 90mm 96mm 5.40kg LK207-18
20 way 1350mm 90mm 96mm 6.00kg LK207-20
22 way 1450mm 90mm 96mm 6.40kg LK207-22 All the above products consist of
24 way 1550mm 90mm 96mm 6.80kg LK207-24 50 x 6mm copper bar with M10
termination screws.
26 way 1650mm 90mm 96mm 7.20kg LK207-26
28 way 1800mm 90mm 96mm 7.90kg LK207-28 Furse can offer a range of earth bars
manufactured to your individual
30 way 1900mm 90mm 96mm 8.30kg LK207-30
requirements. Contact the sales office
for further information.
Accessories
Fix using countersunk wood
Description Length Width Height Weight each Part No. screws 11⁄2” No. 12 (Part no. 67
SW110) and wall plugs (Part
Swan-neck link 400mm 50mm 36mm 0.42kg LK004
no. PS310) – see Accessories
Disconnecting link 125mm 90mm 90mm 0.59kg LK205 page 39.

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 Earth boss/insulators

Earth boss

Length Diameter Thread size Weight each Part No.

50mm 50mm M10 0.79kg EB001

Made of mild steel to BS 970 230M07 (ENIA) with phosphor bronze stud and nuts.
For welding to steel vessels/tanks/structures. Wrap connections with Denso tape (see
page 40).

Insulator

Description Thread size Weight each Part No.

Insulator with 2 studs and 3 nuts M10 0.22kg IN005

Insulator only M10 0.14kg IN013

M10 x 19mm
27mm
32mm

51mm

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 Earth electrode backfills

Marconite® conductive aggregate

Description Sack Weight Part No.

Marconite 25kg CM025

Marconite (pre mixed with cement) 25kg CM025-PM NEW

For further information on Marconite, please contact

the Furse sales office. A separate data sheet is available.
Topsoil
Marconite is a registered trademark of Marconi
Communications Ltd.
Certain ground conditions make it difficult to obtain a
reliable earth resistance, whilst particular installations Marconite
Concrete
may require a very low resistance. In such cases,
Marconite provides a convenient and permanent
solution. Rock,
Sand,
By adding Marconite in place of sand and aggregate, Shale,
etc.
to cement, a conductive concrete is formed. This
electrically conductive medium has many applications
in the electrical/construction industry, including RF and Earth Rod
Electrode
microwave screening, static control and, of course,
earthing, for which it was specifically developed.
When used as a backfill for earth electrodes, Marconite
impregnated concrete greatly increases the electrodes
surface area thus lowering its resistance to earth.
No other product can offer the same benefits as Marconite in earthing applications.
CoSHH Datasheet available on request.

Bentonite moisture retaining clay

Description Sack Weight Part No.

Bentonite powder 25kg CM015

Bentonite granules 25kg CM015-PM NEW

Used as an earth-electrode backfill to reduce soil

resistivity by retaining moisture. The clay is a sodium
activated montmorillonite, which when mixed with Topsoil
water swells to many times its dry volume. It has the
ability to hold its moisture content for a considerable
period of time and to absorb moisture from the Moisture
surrounding soil (e.g. from rainfall). Retaining
Clay
CoSHH Datasheet available on request.
Rock,
Sand,
Shale,
etc.

Earth Rod
Electrode

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 Accessories

Earth rod hammer

Description Weight each Part No.

Atlas Copco Cobra TT petrol driven hammer 24kg HM005

Earth rod adapter (Suitable for 5⁄8” and 3⁄4” Earth rods) 0.7kg HM010

For projects where hand driving is uneconomical owing to a large quantity of rods or
unfavourable ground conditions, the earth rod hammer can drastically cut
installation times.

Hammer rig
Description Weight each Part No.

Hammer rig 196.35kg HM105

By mounting a hammer onto a rig, longer lengths of earth rods can be driven.
For projects where large quantities of rods are required cost savings can be achieved,
for example, by using single 8ft rods rather than 2 x 4ft rods which would need
couplers etc. Installation time is also considerably reduced.
Please specify length of rod to be driven and type of hammer to be used
when ordering.

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 Accessories

DET10C Earth resistance tester

Description Weight each Part No.

Clamp-on earth resistance tester 0.75kg DET10C

The DET10C measures earth/ground resistance and current flow by the clamp-on
method, with capability for taking ground resistance readings from 0.025Ω to 1550Ω
and for measuring ground leakage current from 0.2mA to 35A. With its extra large
jaws (35mm) and its light weight the DET10C is the ideal entry level testing solution.

DET3TC Earth resistance tester

Description Weight each Part No.

Digital earth resistance tester 1.0kg DET3TC

The DET3TC is a three-terminal digital model that includes Attached Rod Technique
(ART) capability. The DET3TC is capable of measuring ground resistance from 0.01Ω
to 2000Ω and earth voltages up to 100V.
With the optional clamp, it will read ground current from 0.5mA to 19.9A. This unit
is supplied complete with carrying case, test leads and probes.

DET4TD2 Earth resistance tester

Description Weight each Part No.

Digital earth resistance tester 1.0kg DET4TD2

The DET4TD2 is capable of 2 pole, 3 pole or 4 pole testing and is designed to

measure ground resistance from 0.01Ω to 20,000Ω. The instrument also includes a
voltmeter to measure ground voltages up to 100V.
This unit is supplied complete with test leads, stakes, batteries and
calibration certificate.

DET2/2 Earth resistance tester

Description Weight each Part No.

Digital earth resistance tester 5.0kg DET2/2

The DET2/2 is a four-terminal digital model designed to operate in the most difficult
(and electrically noisy) of test environments and for use on large, critical ground
systems. This model has an extra digit of resolution (to 0.001) on readings and
includes an interference filter, test current control and, most importantly, adjustable
test current frequency (105-160Hz). As a four-terminal unit, the DET2/2 can also be
used to make earth resistivity measurements.
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 Static earthing kits

Medium duty stainless steel earthing clamp

Description Jaw Cable length Weight Part No.
opening (max.) each

Medium duty earthing clamp 15mm 3m 0.56kg SK010

Clamp Certification Ex II 1 GD T6
Medium duty stainless earthing clamp for earthing buckets, small drums, containers
and plant equipment etc. Clamp features twin tungsten carbide teeth for effective
penetration of paint and contamination.
Supplied complete with chemically resistant Cen-Stat 3m Spiral Cable and 10mm
ring terminal.

Heavy duty stainless steel earthing clamp

Description Jaw Cable length Weight Part No.
opening (max.) each

Heavy duty earthing clamp 35mm 5m 1.09kg SK020

Clamp Certification Ex II 1 GD T6 FFMM Approved

Heavy duty stainless earthing clamp for earthing 205 litre drums, IBCs, production
vessels and road tankers etc. Clamp features twin tungsten carbide teeth for effective
penetration of paint and contamination.
Supplied complete with chemically resistant Cen-Stat 5m Spiral Cable and 10mm
ring terminal.

Medium duty stainless steel earthing clamp & reel

Description Jaw Cable length Weight Part No.
opening (max.) each

Medium duty earthing clamp & reel 15mm 6.1m 3kg SK030

Clamp Certification Ex II 1 GD T6 Reel Certification Ex II 1 GD T6

Medium duty stainless earthing clamp for earthing buckets, small drums, containers
and plant equipment etc. Clamp features twin tungsten carbide teeth for effective
penetration of paint and contamination.
Supplied complete with 6.1m retracting cable reel.

Heavy duty stainless steel earthing clamp & reel

Description Jaw Cable length Weight Part No.
opening (max.) each

Heavy duty earthing clamp & reel 35mm 15.2m 6kg SK040

Clamp Certification Ex II 1 GD T6 FM Approved

Reel Certification E x II 1 GD T6
Heavy duty stainless earthing clamp for earthing 205 litre drums, IBC’s, production
72 vessels and road tankers. Clamp features twin tungsten carbide teeth for effective
penetration of paint and contamination.
Supplied complete with 15.2m retracting cable reel.

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 Compression tools

Hydraulic crimping tool

Description Weight each Part No.

Hand operated 13 ton tool with carrying case 8kg HT010

(Dies are not included)

Self-contained hydraulic crimping tool used for jointing and terminating copper,
aluminium and ACSR conductors.
● Crimping force 130kN
● Two stage 'rapid-ram' advance mechanism for fast installation
● Short fibreglass handle for combined work spaces
● Accepts most U-Type dies of equivalent tonnage
● 180 degree head rotation
● Includes carrying case
● See page 75 for die details
(Dies are not included)

Hydraulic crimping head and pump

Description Weight each Part No.

15 ton hydraulic tool with carrying case 5.5kg HT020

Foot operated hydraulic pump with carrying case 16.5kg HT030

Self-contained hydraulic crimping tool used for jointing and terminating copper,
aluminium and ACSR conductors.
● Crimping force 230kN, maximum operating pressure 700 bar
● Hydraulic head complete with quick automatic coupler for connection to pump
● Accepts most U-Type dies of equivalent tonnage
● Pump supplied with 3m long high pressure flexible hose
● Each supplied with carrying case
● See page 75 for die details
(Dies are not included)

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 Compression tools/Cutting tool

Battery powered hydraulic crimping tool

Description Weight each Part No.

Battery powered, open head 14 ton tool 10.6kg HT040

This self-contained, compact, cordless hydraulic tool makes crimping easy with its
lightweight single handed design.
● Crimping force 130kN
● Two stage 'rapid-ram' advance mechanism for fast installation
● Accepts most U-Type dies of equivalent tonnage
● 180 degree head rotation
● See page 75 for die details
The tool is supplied with:
● Basic tool complete with battery
● Shoulder strap
● Spare battery (14.4V 3.0Ah)
● Battery charger
● Carrying case suitable for storing up to 14 sets of dies
(Dies are not included)

Battery powered hydraulic cutting tool

Description Weight each Part No.

Battery powered 6 ton cutting tool 6.5kg HT050

This self-contained, compact, cordless hydraulic tool makes cutting copper,

aluminium, ACSR and steel earth rods easy with its lightweight single handed design.
● Two stage 'rapid-ram' advance mechanism for fast installation
● Maximum cutting diameter of 25mm
● Blades manufactured from high strength special steel, heat treated to ensure a
long service life
● 180 degree head rotation
The tool is supplied with:
● Basic tool complete with battery
● Battery wrist strap and shoulder strap
● Spare battery (14.4V 3.0Ah)
● Battery charger
● Carrying case suitable for storing tool and accessories

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 Compression connectors

Die to suit tool type HT010 and HT040

Main Conductor Weight Part No.
conductor range each

10mm2 1.5 – 10mm2 0.26kg HD100

16mm 2
1.5 – 16mm2 0.26kg HD200
16 – 25mm2 1.5 – 10mm2 0.26kg HD200
25mm2 16 – 25mm2 0.26kg HD200
35mm2 1.5 – 16mm2 0.28kg HD300
35mm2 25 – 35mm2 0.28kg HD300
70mm2 1.5 – 25mm2 0.28kg HD300
50mm2 4 – 25mm2 0.27kg HD400
50mm2 35 – 50mm2 0.27kg HD400
50 – 70mm2 4 – 35mm2 0.27kg HD400
50 – 70mm2 35 – 70mm2 0.27kg HD400
95mm2 4 – 35mm2 0.27kg HD500
95mm2 35 – 70mm2 0.27kg HD500
95mm2 70 – 95mm2 0.27kg HD500
120mm2 25 – 120mm2 0.27kg HD600
150mm2 25 – 120mm2 0.27kg HD600
150mm2 70 – 150mm2 0.27kg HD600
185mm2 16 – 95mm2 0.27kg HD600

Die to suit tool type HT020 and pump HT030

Main Conductor Weight Part No.
conductor range each

120 – 185mm2 120 – 185mm2 0.22kg HD700

150 – 240mm 2
95 – 120mm2 0.22kg HD700

Manufactured from high quality stainless steel.

“C” Shape connectors

Main Conductor Box Weight Part No.
conductor range quantity each

10mm2 1.5 – 10mm2 100 0.01kg CN1010

16mm 2
1.5 – 16mm2 100 0.02kg CN1616
16 – 25mm2 1.5 – 10mm2 50 0.02kg CN2510
25mm2 16 – 25mm2 50 0.02kg CN2525
35mm2 1.5 – 16mm2 25 0.04kg CN3516
35mm2 25 – 35mm2 25 0.04kg CN3535
50mm2 4 – 25mm2 25 0.09kg CN5025
50mm2 35 – 50mm2 25 0.09kg CN5050
70mm2 1.5 – 25mm2 25 0.04kg CN7025
50 – 70mm2 4 – 35mm2 25 0.10kg CN7035
50 – 70mm2 35 – 70mm2 25 0.09kg CN7070
95mm2 4 – 35mm2 25 0.15kg CN9535
95mm2 35 – 70mm2 25 0.15kg CN9570
95mm2 70 – 95mm2 25 0.14kg CN9595
120mm2 25 – 120mm2 25 0.17kg CN120120
150mm2 25 – 120mm2 25 0.16kg CN150120
150mm2 70 - 150mm2 25 0.12kg CN150150
185mm2 16 – 95mm2 25 0.13kg CN18595
120 – 185mm2 120 – 185mm2 15 0.23kg CN185185
150 – 240mm2 95 – 120mm2 15 0.24kg CN240120 75
Manufactured from pure copper. All sizes also available in tinned, please contact our
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 Compression connectors

Terminals
Conductor Screw Weight Part No.
size size (B) each

16mm2 6mm 0.01kg FCT166

16mm2 8mm 0.01kg FCT168

16mm2 10mm 0.01kg FCT1610

16mm2 12mm 0.01kg FCT1612

B
25mm2 6mm 0.01kg FCT256

25mm2 8mm 0.01kg FCT258

25mm2 10mm 0.01kg FCT2510

25mm2 12mm 0.01kg FCT2512

35mm2 6mm 0.01kg FCT356

35mm2 8mm 0.01kg FCT358

35mm2 10mm 0.01kg FCT3510

35mm2 12mm 0.01kg FCT3512

50mm2 6mm 0.02kg FCT506

50mm2 8mm 0.02kg FCT508

50mm2 10mm 0.02kg FCT5010

50mm2 12mm 0.02kg FCT5012

70mm2 8mm 0.04kg FCT708

70mm2 10mm 0.04kg FCT7010

70mm2 12mm 0.04kg FCT7012

70mm2 14mm 0.04kg FCT7014

70mm2 16mm 0.04kg FCT7016

95mm2 8mm 0.06kg FCT958

95mm2 10mm 0.06kg FCT9510

95mm2 12mm 0.06kg FCT9512

95mm2 14mm 0.06kg FCT9514

95mm2 16mm 0.06kg FCT9516

120mm2 10mm 0.06kg FCT12010

120mm2 12mm 0.06kg FCT12012

120mm2 14mm 0.06kg FCT12014

120mm2 16mm 0.06kg FCT12016

150mm2 10mm 0.09kg FCT15010

150mm2 12mm 0.09kg FCT15012

150mm2 14mm 0.09kg FCT15014

150mm2 16mm 0.09kg FCT15016

185mm2 12mm 0.11kg FCT18512

185mm2 14mm 0.11kg FCT18514

185mm2 16mm 0.11kg FCT18516

240mm2 12mm 0.14kg FCT24012

240mm2 14mm 0.14kg FCT24014

240mm2 16mm 0.14kg FCT24016

300mm2 12mm 0.17kg FCT30012

300mm2 14mm 0.17kg FCT30014

300mm2 16mm 0.17kg FCT30016

76 400mm2 12mm 0.21kg FCT40012

400mm2 14mm 0.21kg FCT40014

Use with tool HT010, see page 73. 400mm2 16mm 0.21kg FCT40016

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 Introduction to BS EN/IEC 62305

Introduction to BS EN/IEC 62305

Introduction 78 - 79
Outlining the development of this new standard for lightning protection, its structure
and the key differences between the new and outgoing standard

BS EN/IEC 62305-1 General principles 80 – 82

A summary of the main principles of the new standard

BS EN/IEC 62305-2 Risk management 83

The critical importance of risk assessment as part of this new standard

BS EN/IEC 62305-3 Physical damage to structures 84 – 89

and life hazard
Identifying the requirements and techniques to effectively protect structures
and incoming services

BS EN/IEC 62305-4 Electrical and electronic systems 90 – 93

within structures 77
BS EN/IEC 62305 recognises our increasing reliance on information technology and
with it the importance of protecting electronic systems from transient overvoltage

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 Introduction to BS EN/IEC 62305

A new standard in
lightning protection General
BS 6651:1999 Protection of structures against lightning
Principles
has been the cornerstone for guidance on design and
installation of lightning protection since 1985. In BS EN/IEC 62305-1
September 2006, however, a new standard for
lightning protection, BS EN 62305, was introduced. For
a finite period, both BS 6651 and the new BS EN 62305
standard have run in parallel, but, as of August 2008,
BS 6651 has been withdrawn and BS EN 62305 is now
the only recognised standard. BS EN/IEC 62305 has
become the relevant, comparable standard applicable
to the Far East market.
This new standard reflects increased scientific
understanding of lightning and its effects over the last
Risk
twenty years, and takes stock of the growing impact
of technology and electronic systems on our daily Management
activities. More complex and exacting than its 118
page predecessor, the 475-page BS EN 62305 is BS EN/IEC 62305-2
structured as a series with four parts (as per the
IEC 62305 version), starting at general principles, then
risk management, through to damage to the structure
and damage to electronic systems therein.
Key to the new standard is that all considerations for
lightning protection are driven by a comprehensive
and complex risk assessment and that this assessment
not only takes into account the structure to be
protected, but also the services to which the structure Protection Electronic
is connected.
In essence, structural lightning protection can no
of the Systems
longer be considered in isolation, protection against Structure Protection
transient overvoltages or electrical surges are integral BS EN/IEC BS EN/IEC
to the new standard.
62305-3 62305-4

Structure of BS EN/IEC 62305

Part 3: Physical damage to structures and
The BS EN/IEC 62305 series consists of four parts,
life hazard
all of which need to be taken into consideration.
These four parts are outlined below: BS EN/IEC 62305-3 (part 3) relates directly to the major
part of BS 6651. It differs from BS 6651 in as much that
Part 1: General principles this new part has four Classes or protection levels of
BS EN/IEC 62305-1 (part 1) is an introduction to the Lightning Protection System (LPS), as opposed to the
other parts of the standard and essentially describes basic two (ordinary and high-risk) levels in BS 6651.
how to design a Lightning Protection System (LPS) in Part 4: Electrical and electronic systems
accordance with the accompanying parts of the within structures
standard.
BS EN/IEC 62305-4 (part 4) covers the protection of
Part 2: Risk management electrical and electronic systems housed within
BS EN/IEC 62305-2 (part 2) risk management approach, structures. This part essentially embodies what Annex
does not concentrate so much on the purely physical C in BS 6651 conveyed, but with a new zonal approach
damage to a structure caused by a lightning discharge, referred to as Lightning Protection Zones (LPZs). It
but more on the risk of loss of human life, loss of provides information for the design, installation,
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service to the public, loss of cultural heritage and maintenance and testing of a Lightning
economic loss. Electromagnetic Impulse (LEMP) protection system for
electrical/electronic systems within a structure.

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 BS EN/IEC 62305 Key points

The following table gives a broad outline as to the key variances between the previous standard,
BS 6651, and the new standard BS EN/IEC 62305.

BS 6651 standard BS EN/IEC 62305 standard

Document structure

118 page document, including 9 pages devoted to 475 page document, separated into 4 parts, including
risk assessment 153 pages devoted to risk assessment (BS EN 62305-2)

Focus on Protection of Structures against Lightning Broader focus on Protection against Lightning including
the structure and services connected to the structure
Specific tables relating to choice and dimension of Specific tables relating to sizes and types of conductor
Lightning Protection System components and and earth electrodes.
conductors Lightning Protection System components – specifically
related to BS EN 50164 testing regimes
Annex B – guidance on application of BS 6651 BS EN/IEC 62305-3 Annex E – extensive guidance given
on application of installation techniques complete with
illustrations
Annex C – general advice (recommendation) for BS EN/IEC 62305-4 is devoted entirely to protection of
protection of electronic equipment with separate risk electrical and electronic systems within the structure
assessment (integral part of standard) and is implemented through
single separate risk assessment (BS EN/IEC 62305-2)
Definition of risk
Risk (of death/injury) level set at 1 in 100,000 3 primary risk levels defined (BS EN 62305):
(1 x 10-5) based on comparable exposures R1 loss of human life 1 in 100,000 (1 x 10-5)
(smoking, traffic accidents, drowning etc) R2* loss of service to the public 1 in 10,000 (1 x 10-4)
R3* loss of cultural heritage 1 in 10,000 (1 x 10-4)
*R2 and R3 are 1 in 1000 (1 x 10-3) within IEC 62305-2
Protection measures
Mesh arrangement is promoted as the commonly Mesh arrangement, protective angle method, catenary
used means of air termination network system, extensive use of air finials, all form part of or
all of air termination network
4 sizes of mesh defined according to structural class of
2 levels of Lightning Protection mesh design:
Lightning Protection System:
(20m x 10m; 10m x 5m)
Class I 5m x 5m Class II 10m x 10m
Class III 15m x 15m Class IV 20m x 20m
2 levels of down conductor spacing: 4 levels of down conductor spacing dependent on
20m & 10m structural class of Lightning Protection System:
Class I 10m Class II 10m
Class III 15m Class IV 20m
Use of bonds promoted to minimise side flashing Extensive sections/explanations provided on
equipotential bonding

10 ohms overall earthing requirement achieved either

10 ohm overall earthing requirement, achieved by
by Type A arrangement (rods) or Type B arrangement
10 x number of down conductors
(ring conductor)
Requirement to bond all metallic services, (gas, water, Requirement to bond all metallic services to main
electricity etc) to main earth terminal along with equipotential bonding bar. ‘Live’ electrical conductors
external down conductor (e.g. power, data, telecoms) bonded via Surge
Protection Devices (SPDs)
Rolling sphere concept on structures over 20m tall: 4 sizes of rolling sphere concept defined according to 79
20m sphere used on highly flammable contents/ structural class of Lightning Protection System:
electronic equipment within building Class I 20m Class II 30m
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BS EN/IEC 62305-1 General principles

This opening part of the BS EN/IEC 62305 suite of standards serves as an introduction to the further
parts of the standard. It classifies the sources and types of damage to be evaluated and introduces the
risks or types of loss to be anticipated as a result of lightning activity.
Furthermore, It defines the relationships between damage and loss that form the basis for the risk
assessment calculations in part 2 of the standard.
Lightning current parameters are defined. These are used as the basis for the selection and
implementation of the appropriate protection measures detailed in parts 3 and 4 of the standard.
Part 1 of the standard also introduces new concepts for consideration when preparing a lightning
protection scheme, such as Lightning Protection Zones (LPZs) and separation distance.

Damage and loss Point of strike Source of Type of Type of

damage damage loss
BS EN/IEC 62305 identifies four main sources of
damage: Structure S1 D1 L1, L4**
D2 L1, L2, L3, L4
S1 Flashes to the structure D3 L1*, L2, L4
S2 Flashes near to the structure
Near a S2 D3 L1*, L2, L4
S3 Flashes to a service structure

S4 Flashes near to a service Service S3 D1 L1, L4**

connected to D2 L1, L2, L3, L4
Each source of damage may result in one or more of
the structure D3 L1*, L2, L4
three types of damage:
Near a service S4 D3 L1*, L2, L4
D1 Injury of living beings due to step and
* Only for structures with risk of explosion and for hospitals or other
touch voltages structures where failures of internal systems immediately endangers
D2 Physical damage (fire, explosion, mechanical human life.
** Only for properties where animals may be lost.
destruction, chemical release) due to lightning
current effects including sparking Table 1: Damage and loss in a structure according to different points
D3 Failure of internal systems due to Lightning of lightning strike (BS EN/IEC 62305-1 Table 3)

Electromagnetic Impulse (LEMP)

The following types of loss may result from damage Scheme design criteria
due to lightning;
The ideal lightning protection for a structure and its
L1 Loss of human life connected services would be to enclose the structure
L2 Loss of service to the public within an earthed and perfectly conducting metallic
shield (box), and in addition provide adequate
L3 Loss of cultural heritage bonding of any connected services at the entrance
L4 Loss of economic value point into the shield.
The relationships of all of the above parameters are This in essence would prevent the penetration of the
summarised in Table 1. lightning current and the induced electromagnetic
Figure 1 on page 81 depicts the types of damage and field into the structure.
loss resulting from lightning. However, in practice it is not possible or indeed cost
For a more detailed explanation of the general effective to go to such lengths.
principles forming part 1 of the BS EN 62305 standard, This standard thus sets out a defined set of lightning
please refer to our full reference guide `A Guide to current parameters where protection measures,
BS EN 62305.’ Although focused on the BS EN adopted in accordance with its recommendations, will
standard, this guide may provide supporting reduce any damage and consequential loss as a result
information of interest to consultants and scheme of a lightning strike. This reduction in damage and
designers in the Far East. Please see page 93 for more consequential loss is valid provided the lightning strike
details about this guide. parameters fall within defined limits, established as
Lightning Protection Levels (LPL).
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Lightning Protection Levels (LPL) LPL I II III IV

Four protection levels have been determined Maximum 200 150 100 100
based on parameters obtained from previously current (kA)

published technical papers. Each level has a Minimum 3 5 10 16

fixed set of maximum and minimum lightning current (kA)
current parameters. These parameters are shown
Table 2: Lightning current for each LPL based on
in Table 2.
10/350μs waveform
The maximum values have been used in the design of
products such as lightning protection components and For a more detailed explanation of Lightning
Surge Protection Devices. Protection Levels and maximum/minimum current
The minimum values of lightning current have been parameters please see page 16 of our Guide to
used to derive the rolling sphere radius for each level. BS EN 62305.

S1 Flash to the structure Fire and/or explosion due to the hot S3 Flash to a
lightning arc itself, due to the resultant service connected
ohmic heating of conductors, or due to arc to the structure
erosion ie. melted metal (Source S1)
Fire and/or explosion triggered by sparks
caused by overvoltages resulting from resistive
and inductive coupling and to passage of part
of the lightning current (Source S1)
Fire and/or explosion triggered by sparks due to
overvoltages and lightning currents transmitted
through the connected service (Source S3)
LEMP

Lightning
current LEMP
Immediate mechanical
damage (Source S1)

Induced
overvoltage

S4 Flash near a
service connected
to the structure

Injury to people by step Injury to people due to touch

and touch voltages resulting voltages inside the structure
from resistive and inductive caused by lightning currents
coupling (Source S1) transmitted through the
connected service (Source S3)
Induced
Failure or malfunction of internal overvoltage
systems due to overvoltages induced
on connected lines and transmitted
to the structure (Source S3 & S4)
or by LEMP (Source S1 & S2)
LEMP
S2 Flash near to
the structure

LEMP

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Figure 1: The types of damage and loss resulting from a lightning
strike on or near a structure

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Lightning Protection Zones (LPZ)

New to BS EN/IEC 62305, the concept of In general the higher the number of the zone (LPZ 2;
Lightning Protection Zones (LPZ) has been LPZ 3 etc) the lower the electromagnetic effects
introduced particularly to assist in determining expected. Typically, any sensitive electronic equipment
the protection measures required to establish a should be located in higher numbered LPZs and be
protected by its relevant LPMS measures.
Lightning Electromagnetic Impulse (LEMP)
Protection Measures System (LPMS) within a Figure 2 highlights the LPZ concept as applied to
structure. the structure and to an LEMP Protection Measures
System (LPMS). The concept is expanded upon in
The general principle is that the equipment requiring BS EN/IEC 62305-3 and BS EN/IEC 62305-4.
protection should be located in a Lightning Protection
Zone whose electromagnetic characteristics are Selection of the most suitable LEMP protection
compatible with the equipment stress withstand or measures is made using the risk assessment in
immunity capability. accordance with BS EN/IEC 62305-2.

The concept caters for external zones, with risk of

direct lightning stroke (LPZ 0A), or risk of partial
lightning current occurring (LPZ 0B), and levels of
protection within internal zones (LPZ 1 & LPZ 2.)

Air termination network

Rolling sphere radius

LPZ 0A
Direct flash, full lightning
current, full magnetic field
SPD 0B/1

LPZ 1
No direct flash, partial
LPZ 0B lightning or induced SPD 0B/1
No direct flash, current, damped
partial lightning magnetic field
or induced current, LPZ 2
full magnetic field No direct flash,
induced currents,
further damped
magnetic field SPD 0B/1
LPZ 3
Down conductor
network

LPZ 0B
SPD 0B/1

Equipotential bonding
by means of SPD

Earth termination network

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BS EN/IEC 62305-2 Risk management
BS EN/IEC 62305-2 is key to the correct
implementation of BS EN/IEC 62305-3 and
BS EN/IEC 62305-4. The assessment and
management of risk is now significantly more in
depth and extensive than the approach of BS 6651.
BS EN/IEC 62305-2 specifically deals with making a risk
assessment, the results of which define the level of
Lightning Protection System (LPS) required. While
BS 6651 devoted 9 pages (including figures) to the
subject of risk assessment, BS EN/IEC 62305-2 currently
contains some 153 pages.
The first stage of the risk assessment is to identify which
of the four types of loss (as identified in BS EN/IEC
62305-1) the structure and its contents can incur. The
ultimate aim of the risk assessment is to quantify and if
necessary reduce the relevant primary risks i.e.:
R1 risk of loss of human life
R2 risk of loss of service to the public
R3 risk of loss of cultural heritage
R4 risk of loss of economic value
For each of the first three primary risks, a tolerable
risk (RT) is set. This data can be sourced in Table 7 of
IEC 62305-2 or Table NK.1 of the National Annex of
BS EN 62305-2.
Each primary risk (Rn) is determined through a long
series of calculations as defined within the standard. If
the actual risk (Rn) is less than or equal to the
tolerable risk (RT), then no protection measures are
needed. If the actual risk (Rn) is greater than its
corresponding tolerable risk (RT), then protection
measures must be instigated. The above process is
repeated (using new values that relate to the chosen
protection measures) until Rn is less than or equal to
its corresponding RT.
It is this iterative process as shown in Figure 3 that
Figure 3: Procedure for deciding the need for protection
decides the choice or indeed Lightning Protection (BS EN/IEC 62305-1 Figure 1)
Level (LPL) of Lightning Protection System (LPS) and
Lightning Electro-magnetic Impulse (LEMP) Protection
Measures System (LPMS).
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BS EN/IEC 62305-3 Physical damage

to structures and life hazard
This part of the suite of standards deals with An external LPS consists of:
protection measures in and around a structure ● Air termination system
and as such relates directly to the major part of
● Down conductor system
BS 6651.
● Earth termination system
The main body of this part of the standard gives
guidance on the design of an external Lightning These individual elements of an LPS should be
Protection System (LPS), internal LPS and maintenance connected together using appropriate lightning
and inspection programmes. protection components (LPC) complying (in the case of
BS EN 62305) with BS EN 50164 series. This will ensure
that in the event of a lightning current discharge to
Lightning Protection System (LPS) the structure, the correct design and choice of
BS EN/IEC 62305-1 has defined four Lightning components will minimize any potential damage.
Protection Levels (LPLs) based on probable minimum
and maximum lightning currents. These LPLs equate Air termination system
directly to classes of Lightning Protection System (LPS).
The role of an air termination system is to capture the
The correlation between the four levels of LPL and LPS lightning discharge current and dissipate it harmlessly
is identified in Table 3. In essence, the greater the to earth via the down conductor and earth
Lightning Protection Level, the higher class of termination system. Therefore it is vitally important to
Lightning Protection System is required. use a correctly designed air termination system.
LPL Class of LPS BS EN/IEC 62305-3 advocates the following, in any
combination, for the design of the air termination:
I I
● Air rods (or finials) whether they are free standing
II II
masts or linked with conductors to form a mesh
III III on the roof
IV IV ● Catenary (or suspended) conductors, whether they
Table 3: Relation between Lightning Protection Level (LPL) are supported by free standing masts or linked
and Class of LPS (BS EN/IEC 62305-3 Table 1) with conductors to form a mesh on the roof
● Meshed conductor network that may lie in direct
The class of LPS to be installed is governed by the contact with the roof or be suspended above it (in
result of the risk assessment calculation highlighted in the event that it is of paramount importance that
BS EN/IEC 62305-2. the roof is not exposed to a direct lightning
discharge)
The standard makes it quite clear that all types of air
External LPS design considerations
termination systems that are used shall meet the
The lightning protection designer must initially positioning requirements laid down in the body of the
consider the thermal and explosive effects caused at standard. It highlights that the air termination
the point of a lightning strike and the consequences components should be installed on corners, exposed
to the structure under consideration. Depending upon points and edges of the structure.
the consequences the designer may choose either of
The three basic methods recommended for
the following types of external LPS:
determining the position of the air termination
● Isolated systems are:
● Non-isolated ● The rolling sphere method
An Isolated LPS is typically chosen when the structure ● The protective angle method
is constructed of combustible materials or presents a
● The mesh method
risk of explosion.
These methods are detailed over the following pages.
Conversely a non-isolated system may be fitted where
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The rolling sphere method Tip of air termination Height of an air
A termination rod
The Rolling Sphere method is a simple means of
above the reference
identifying areas of a structure that need protection, plane of the area
taking into account the possibility of side strikes to the Protective to be protected
structure. The basic concept of applying the rolling angle
sphere to a structure is illustrated in Figure 4.

h
Air termination
required Reference
plane

Rolling Radius of
protected area
sphere
radius
Figure 5: The protective angle method for a single air rod

Varying the protection angle is a change to the simple

45º zone of protection afforded in most cases in BS
Figure 4: Application of the rolling sphere method
6651. Furthermore the new standard uses the height
of the air termination system above the reference
plane, whether that be ground or roof level (See
The rolling sphere method was used in BS 6651, the Figure 7).
only difference being that in BS EN/IEC 62305 there ˚
80
are different radii of the rolling sphere that 70
correspond to the relevant class of LPS (see Table 4). 60

50
Class of LPS Rolling sphere radius
40
(m)
30

I 20 20 I
Class of LPS
II III IV

10
II 30
0
0 2 10 20 30 40 50 60
III 45 h(m)

IV 60 Note 1 Not applicable beyond the values marked with

Only rolling sphere and mesh methods apply in these cases

Table 4: Maximum values of rolling sphere radius corresponding Note 2 h is the height of air-termination above the reference plane of the area to be protected
Note 3 The angle will not change for values of h below 2m
to the Class of LPS
Figure 6: Determination of the protective angle
This method is suitable for defining zones of (BS EN/IEC 62305-3 Table 2)
protection for all types of structures, particularly those
of complex geometry. The protective angle method is suitable for simple
shaped buildings. However this method is only valid
up to a height equal to the rolling sphere radius of
The protective angle method the appropriate LPL.
The protective angle method is a mathematical
simplification of the rolling sphere method. The
protective angle (a) is the angle created between the 1
tip (A) of the vertical rod and a line projected down to h1 2

the surface on which the rod sits (see Figure 5).

The protective angle afforded by an air rod is clearly a
h2
three dimensional concept whereby the rod is
assigned a cone of protection by sweeping the line AC h
at the angle of protection a full 360º around the air
rod.
The protective angle differs with varying height of
the air rod and class of LPS. The protective angle 85
afforded by an air rod is determined from Table 2 of Figure 7: Effect of the height of the reference plane on the
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The mesh method Non-conventional air

This is the method that was most commonly used termination systems
under the recommendations of BS 6651. Again, for the A lot of technical (and commercial) debate has raged
new standard four different air termination mesh sizes over the years regarding the validity of the claims
are defined and correspond to the relevant class of made by the proponents of such systems. This topic
LPS (see Table 5). was discussed extensively within the technical working
groups that compiled BS EN/IEC 62305. The outcome
Class of LPS Mesh size
was to remain with the information housed within
(m)
this standard.
I 5x5
Typically, Annex A (normative) which discusses the
II 10 x 10 positioning of the air rods (finials) states unequivocally
III 15 x 15 that the volume or zone of protection afforded by the
air termination system (e.g. air rod) shall be
IV 20 x 20
determined only by the real physical dimension of the
Table 5: Maximum values of mesh size corresponding to air termination system. Typically if the air rod is 5m tall
the Class of LPS then the only claim for the zone of protection
afforded by this air rod would be based on 5m and
This method is suitable where plain surfaces require the relevant class of LPS and not any enhanced
protection if the following conditions are met: dimension claimed by some non-conventional air rods.
● Air termination conductors must be positioned at There is no other standard being contemplated to run
roof edges, on roof overhangs and on the ridges in parallel with this standard BS EN/IEC 62305.
of roof with a pitch in excess of 1 in 10 (5.7º)
● No metal installation protrudes above the air
termination system.
Natural components
When metallic roofs are being considered as a natural
Modern research on lightning inflicted damage has
air termination arrangement, then BS 6651 gave
shown that the edges and corners of roofs are most
guidance on the minimum thickness and type of
susceptible to damage.
material under consideration. BS EN/IEC 62305-3 gives
So on all structures particularly with flat roofs, similar guidance as well as additional information if
perimeter conductors should be installed as close to the roof has to be considered puncture proof from a
the outer edges of the roof as is practicable. lightning discharge (see Table 6).

Thickness(1) Thickness(2)
Class of LPS Material
Concealed t (mm) t’ (mm)
Vertical air
conductor
termination Lead - 2.0

Steel (stainless,
4 0.5
galvanized)

I to IV Copper 5 0.5

Aluminium 7 0.65

Zinc - 0.7

(1) Thickness t prevents puncture, hot spot or ignition.

(2) Thickness t’ only for metal sheets if it is not important to prevent
puncture, hot spot or ignition problems.

Down conductor Table 6: Minimum thickness of metal sheets or metal pipes in air
termination systems (BS EN/IEC 62305-3 Table 3)
Figure 8: Concealed air termination network

As in BS 6651, this standard permits the use of

conductors (whether they be fortuitous metalwork or
dedicated LP conductors) under the roof. Vertical air
rods (finials) or strike plates should be mounted above
the roof and connected to the conductor system
beneath. The air rods should be spaced not more than
86 10m apart and if strike plates are used as an
alternative, these should be strategically placed over
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Down conductors
Down conductors should within the bounds of
practical constraints take the most direct route from
the air termination system to the earth termination
system. The greater the number of down conductors
the better the lightning current is shared between
them. This is enhanced further by equipotential
bonding to the conductive parts of the structure.
Lateral connections sometimes referred to as coronal
bands or ring conductors provided either by fortuitous
metalwork or external conductors at regular intervals
is also encouraged. The down conductor/ring
conductor spacing should correspond with the
relevant class of LPS (see Table 7).

Class of LPS Typical distances (m)

I 10
II 10
III 15
IV 20
Steel reinforcement within
Table 7: Typical values of the distance between down conductors concrete (rebar)
and between ring conductors according to the Class of LPS
(BS EN/IEC 62305-3 Table 4)
Clamped cable to rebar
There should always be a minimum of two down connection
conductors distributed around the perimeter of the
structure. Down conductors should wherever possible
be installed at each exposed corner of the structure as Stranded copper cable
research has shown these to carry the major part of (70mm2 PVC insulated)
the lightning current.

Natural components
BS EN/IEC 62305, like BS 6651, encourages the use of Cast in
fortuitous metal parts on or within the structure to be non-ferrous
incorporated into the LPS. bonding
point
Where BS 6651 encouraged an electrical continuity when
using reinforcing bars located in concrete structures, so
too does BS EN/IEC 62305-3. Additionally, it states that
reinforcing bars are welded, clamped with suitable
connection components or overlapped a minimum of 20 Bonding conductor
times the rebar diameter. This is to ensure that those
reinforcing bars likely to carry lightning currents have Figure 9: Typical methods of bonding to steel reinforcement
secure connections from one length to the next. within concrete

When internal reinforcing bars are required to be

connected to external down conductors or earthing build structures this can be decided at the early
network either of the arrangements shown in construction stage by using dedicated reinforcing bars
Figure 9 is suitable. If the connection from the or alternatively to run a dedicated copper conductor
bonding conductor to the rebar is to be encased in from the top of the structure to the foundation prior
concrete then the standard recommends that two to the pouring of the concrete. This dedicated copper
clamps are used, one connected to one length of rebar conductor should be bonded to the adjoining/adjacent
and the other to a different length of rebar. The joints reinforcing bars periodically.
should then be encased by a moisture inhibiting If there is doubt as to the route and continuity of the
compound such as Denso tape. reinforcing bars within existing structures then an
If the reinforcing bars (or structural steel frames) are external down conductor system should be installed.
to be used as down conductors then electrical These should ideally be bonded into the reinforcing 87
continuity should be ascertained from the air network of the structures at the top and bottom of
termination system to the earthing system. For new the structure.

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Earth termination system Foundation earth electrodes

The earth termination system is vital for the This is essentially a type B earthing arrangement. It
dispersion of lightning current safely and effectively comprises conductors that are installed in the concrete
into the ground. foundation of the structure. If any additional lengths
In line with BS 6651, the new standard recommends a of electrodes are required they need to meet the same
single integrated earth termination system for a criteria as those for type B arrangement. Foundation
structure, combining lightning protection, power and earth electrodes can be used to augment the steel
telecommunication systems. The agreement of the reinforcing foundation mesh.
operating authority or owner of the relevant systems
should be obtained prior to any bonding taking place.
A good earth connection should possess the following
characteristics:
● Low electrical resistance between the electrode
and the earth. The lower the earth electrode
resistance the more likely the lightning current
will choose to flow down that path in preference
to any other, allowing the current to be conducted
safely to and dissipated in the earth
● Good corrosion resistance. The choice of material
for the earth electrode and its connections is of
vital importance. It will be buried in soil for many
years so has to be totally dependable
The standard advocates a low earthing resistance A sample of Furse high quality earthing components.
requirement and points out that it can be achieved
with an overall earth termination system of 10 ohms
or less.
Separation (isolation) distance of
Three basic earth electrode arrangements are used. the external LPS
● Type A arrangement A separation distance (i.e. the electrical insulation)
● Type B arrangement between the external LPS and the structural metal
● Foundation earth electrodes parts is essentially required. This will minimise any
chance of partial lightning current being introduced
internally in the structure. This can be achieved by
Type A arrangement placing lightning conductors sufficiently far away from
This consists of horizontal or vertical earth electrodes, any conductive parts that have routes leading into the
connected to each down conductor fixed on the structure. So, if the lightning discharge strikes the
outside of the structure. This is in essence the earthing lightning conductor, it cannot `bridge the gap’ and
system used in BS 6651, where each down conductor flash over to the adjacent metalwork.
has an earth electrode (rod) connected to it.

Type B arrangement
This arrangement is essentially a ring earth electrode
that is sited around the periphery of the structure and
is in contact with the surrounding soil for a minimum
80% of its total length (i.e. 20% of its overall length
may be housed in say the basement of the structure
and not in direct contact with the earth).

BS EN/IEC 62305 recommends a single

integrated earth termination system for a
88 structure, combining lightning protection,
power and telecommunication systems.
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Internal LPS design considerations
The fundamental role of the internal LPS is to ensure Bonding can also be accomplished by the use of surge
the avoidance of dangerous sparking occurring within protection devices (SPDs) where the direct connection
the structure to be protected. This could be due, with bonding conductors is not suitable.
following a lightning discharge, to lightning current Figure 10 (which is based on BS EN/IEC 62305-3
flowing in the external LPS or indeed other conductive fig E.45) shows a typical example of an equipotential
parts of the structure and attempting to flash or spark bonding arrangement. The gas, water and central
over to internal metallic installations. heating system are all bonded directly to the
Carrying out appropriate equipotential bonding equipotential bonding bar located inside but close to
measures or ensuring there is a sufficient electrical an outer wall near ground level. The power cable is
insulation distance between the metallic parts can bonded via a suitable SPD, upstream from the electric
avoid dangerous sparking between different meter, to the equipotential bonding bar. This bonding
metallic parts. bar should be located close to the main distribution
board (MDB) and also closely connected to the earth
termination system with short length conductors. In
Lightning equipotential bonding larger or extended structures several bonding bars
Equipotential bonding is simply the electrical may be required but they should all be interconnected
interconnection of all appropriate metallic with each other.
installations/parts, such that in the event of lightning
The screen of any antenna cable along with any
currents flowing, no metallic part is at a different
shielded power supply to electronic appliances being
voltage potential with respect to one another. If the
routed into the structure should also be bonded at the
metallic parts are essentially at the same potential
equipotential bar.
then the risk of sparking or flash over is nullified.
Further guidance relating to equipotential bonding,
This electrical interconnection can be achieved by
meshed interconnection earthing systems and SPD
natural/fortuitous bonding or by using specific
selection can be found in the Furse guidebook.
bonding conductors that are sized according to Tables
8 and 9 of BS EN/IEC 62305-3.

Electricity
SPD Central heating system
meter
Consumer unit/
fuseboard
Neutral bar

ON Equipotential
bonding bar

OFF

Live bar
Electronic appliances
Meter
Screen of antenna cable

Power from utility

Meter
Gas

Water

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BS EN/IEC 62305-4 Electrical and

electronic systems within structures
Electronic systems now pervade almost every aspect of
our lives, from the work environment, through filling
the car with petrol and even shopping at the local
supermarket. As a society, we are now heavily reliant
on the continuous and efficient running of such
systems. The use of computers, electronic process
controls and telecommunications has exploded during
the last two decades. Not only are there more systems
in existence, the physical size of the electronics
involved has reduced considerably (smaller size means
less energy required to damage circuits).
BS EN/IEC 62305 accepts that we now live in the
electronic age, making LEMP (Lightning
Electromagnetic Impulse) protection for electronic and
electrical systems integral to the standard through
part 4. LEMP is the term given to the overall
electromagnetic effects of lightning, including
conducted surges (transient overvoltages and currents)
and radiated electromagnetic field effects.
LEMP damage is so prevalent such that it is identified
as one of the specific types (D3) to be protected
against and that LEMP damage can occur from ALL
strike points to the structure or connected services –
direct or indirect – for further reference to the types
of damage caused by lightning see table 1 on page 80.
This extended approach also takes into account the conductor creates a magnetic field in which energy is
danger of fire or explosion associated with services stored. When the current is interrupted or switched
connected to the structure, e.g. power, telecoms and off, the energy in the magnetic field is suddenly
other metallic lines. released. In an attempt to dissipate itself it becomes a
high voltage transient.

Lightning is not the only threat… The more stored energy, the larger the resulting
transient. Higher currents and longer lengths of
Transient overvoltages caused by electrical switching conductor both contribute to more energy stored and
events are very common and can be a source of also released!
considerable interference. Current flowing through a
This is why inductive loads such as motors,
transformers and electrical drives are all common
causes of switching transients.

Significance of BS EN/IEC 62305-4

Previously transient overvoltage or surge protection
was included as an advisory annex in the BS 6651
standard, with a separate risk assessment. As a result
protection was often fitted after equipment damage
was suffered, often through obligation to insurance
companies. However, the new BS EN/IEC 62305
standard’s single risk assessment dictates whether
structural and/or LEMP protection is required hence
structural lightning protection cannot now be
considered in isolation from transient overvoltage
90 protection - known as Surge Protective Devices (SPDs)
within this new standard. This in itself is a significant
Motors create switching events deviation from that of BS 6651.

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Indeed, as per BS EN/IEC 62305-3, an LPS system can no Within a structure a series of LPZs are created to have,
longer be fitted without lightning current or or identified as already having, successively less
equipotential bonding SPDs to incoming metallic exposure to the effects of lightning. Successive zones
services that have “live cores” – such as power and use a combination of bonding, shielding and
telecoms cables – which cannot be directly bonded coordinated SPDs to achieve a significant reduction in
to earth. Such SPDs are required to protect against LEMP severity, from conducted surge currents and,
the risk of loss of human life by preventing transient overvoltages, as well as radiated magnetic
dangerous sparking that could present fire or electric field effects. Designers coordinate these levels so that
shock hazards. the more sensitive equipment is sited in the more
Lightning current or equipotential bonding SPDs are protected zones.
also used on overhead service lines feeding the The LPZs can be split into two categories – 2 external
structure that are at risk from a direct strike. However, zones (LPZ 0A, LPZ 0B) and usually 2 internal zones
the use of these SPDs alone “provides no effective (LPZ 1, 2) although further zones can be introduced
protection against failure of sensitive electrical or for a further reduction of the electromagnetic field
electronic systems”, to quote BS EN/IEC 62305 part 4, and lightning current if required.
which is specifically dedicated to the protection of
electrical and electronic systems within structures.
External zones
Lightning current SPDs form one part of a coordinated
LPZ 0A is the area subject to direct lightning strokes
set of SPDs that include overvoltage SPDs – which are
and therefore may have to carry up to the full
needed in total to effectively protect sensitive
lightning current. This is typically the roof area of a
electrical and electronic systems from both lightning
structure. The full electromagnetic field occurs here.
and switching transients.
LPZ 0B is the area not subject to direct lightning
strokes and is typically the sidewalls of a structure.
Lightning Protection Zones (LPZs) However the full electromagnetic field still occurs here
Whilst BS 6651 recognised a concept of zoning and conducted partial lightning currents and
in Annex C (Location Categories A, B and C), switching surges can occur here.
BS EN/IEC 62305-4 defines the concept of Lightning
Protection Zones (LPZs). Figure 11 illustrates the basic
LPZ concept defined by protection measures against
Internal zones
LEMP as detailed within part 4. LPZ 1 is the internal area that is subject to partial
lightning currents. The conducted lightning currents
and/or switching surges are reduced compared with
Boundary Antenna the external zones LPZ 0A, LPZ 0B. This is typically the
of LPZ 1 LPZ 0 area where services enter the structure or where the
Electrical (LPS) main power switchboard is located.
Mast or
power line railing LPZ 2 is an internal area that is further located inside
Boundary the structure where the remnants of lightning impulse
of LPZ 2
(shielded room) currents and/or switching surges are reduced
compared with LPZ 1. This is typically a screened
room or, for mains power, at the sub-distribution
LPZ 2 board area.
Protection levels within a zone must be coordinated
with the immunity characteristics of the equipment to
be protected, i.e., the more sensitive the equipment,
Equipment
Critical
equipment
the more protected the zone required. The existing
fabric and layout of a building may make readily
apparent zones, or LPZ techniques may have to be
Equipment
applied to create the required zones.

LPZ 1 Telecoms
Water pipe
line

Gas pipe

SPD 0/1 - Lightning current protection

SPD 1/2 - Overvoltage protection 91

Figure 11: Basic LPZ concept – BS EN/IEC 62305-4

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Protection with LEMP Protection

Measures System (LPMS) Appropriate SPDs
Some areas of a structure, such as a screened room,
are naturally better protected from lightning than
others and it is possible to extend the more protected
should be fitted
zones by careful design of the LPS, earth bonding of
metallic services such as water and gas, and cabling
techniques. However it is the correct installation of
wherever services
coordinated Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) that
protect equipment from damage as well as ensuring
continuity of its operation – critical for eliminating
cross from one LPZ
downtime. These measures in total are referred to as a
LEMP Protection Measures System (LPMS).
When applying bonding, shielding and SPDs, technical
to another
excellence must be balanced with economic necessity.
For new builds, bonding and screening measures can
coordination could mean that the overvoltage SPDs
be integrally designed to form part of the complete
are subject to too much surge energy putting both
LPMS. However, for an existing structure, retrofitting a
itself and potentially equipment at risk from damage.
set of coordinated SPDs is likely to be the easiest and
most cost-effective solution. Furthermore, voltage protection levels or let-through
voltages of installed SPDs must be coordinated with
the insulating withstand voltage of the parts of the
installation and the immunity withstand voltage of
electronic equipment.

Enhanced SPDs
Whilst outright damage to equipment is not desirable,
the need to minimize downtime as a result of loss of
operation or malfunction of equipment can also be
critical. This is particularly important for industries that
serve the public, be they hospitals, financial
institutions, manufacturing plants or commercial
businesses, where the inability to provide their service
due to the loss of operation of equipment would
result in significant health and safety and/or
Coordinated SPDs financial consequences.
BS EN/IEC 62305-4 emphasises the use of coordinated Standard SPDs may only protect against common
SPDs for the protection of equipment within their mode surges (between live conductors and earth),
environment. This simply means a series of SPDs whose providing effective protection against outright
locations and LEMP handling attributes are damage but not against downtime due to
coordinated in such a way as to protect the equipment system disruption.
in their environment by reducing the LEMP effects to
BS EN 62305 therefore considers the use of enhanced
a safe level. So there may be a heavy duty lightning
SPDs (SPD*) that further reduce the risk of damage
current SPD at the service entrance to handle the
and malfunction to critical equipment where
majority of the surge energy (partial lightning current
continuous operation is required. Installers will
from an LPS and/or overhead lines) with the respective
therefore need to be much more aware of the
transient overvoltage controlled to safe levels by
application and installation requirements of SPDs than
coordinated plus downstream overvoltage SPDs to
perhaps they may have been previously.
protect terminal equipment including potential
damage by switching sources, e.g. large inductive Superior or enhanced SPDs provide lower (better) let-
motors. Appropriate SPDs should be fitted wherever through voltage protection against surges in both
services cross from one LPZ to another. common mode and differential mode (between live
conductors) and therefore also provide additional
Coordinated SPDs have to effectively operate together
protection over bonding and shielding measures. Such
as a cascaded system to protect equipment in their
enhanced SPDs can even offer up to mains Type 1+2+3
environment. For example the lightning current SPD at
or data/telecom Test Cat D+C+B protection within one
the service entrance should handle the majority of
92 unit. As terminal equipment, e.g. computers, tends to
surge energy, sufficiently relieving the downstream
be more vulnerable to differential mode surges, this
overvoltage SPDs to control the overvoltage. Poor
additional protection can be a vital consideration.

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Furthermore, the capacity to protect against common
and differential mode surges permits equipment to
remain in continued operation during surge activity –
Furse only offer
offering considerable benefit to commercial, industrial
and public service organisations alike.
Furse only offer enhanced SPDs with industry leading
enhanced SPDs
low let-through voltage, as they are the best choice to
achieve cost-effective, maintenance-free repeated with industry
protection in addition to preventing costly system
downtime. Low let-through voltage protection in all
common and differential modes means fewer units are leading low
required to provide protection, which saves on unit
and installation costs, as well as installation time.
let-through voltage
Conclusion
Lightning poses a clear threat to a structure but a
growing threat to the systems within the structure
due to the increased use and reliance of electrical and
electronic equipment. The new BS EN/IEC 62305 series
of standards clearly acknowledge this. Structural
lightning protection can no longer be in isolation
from transient overvoltage or surge protection of
equipment. The use of enhanced SPDs provides a
practical cost-effective means of protection allowing
continuous operation of critical systems during
LEMP activity.

A Guide to BS EN 62305:2006 Protection Against Lightning

Further to this summary on BS EN/IEC 62305, we
have available a comprehensive guide to the new
BS EN 62305:2006 Standard for those interested in
learning more about the new developments
governing lightning protection design and
installation. This A4 Guide helps to explain in clear
and concise terms the requirements of BS EN
62305:2006. Following the 4 sections of the
Standard (Part 1 – General principles; Part 2 – Risk
management; Part 3 – Physical damage to structures
and life hazard; and Part 4 – Electrical and electronic
EN 62305:200
6 systems within structures) the Guide provides the
A Guide to BS
st Lightning
Protection Again 2ndedition information necessary to enable the reader to
identify all risks and calculate the required level of
protection in accordance with BS EN 62305:2006.
Although focused on the BS EN standard, this guide
may provide supporting information of interest to
consultants and scheme designers in the Far East.
To request your free of charge copy – contact us 93
directly at any of the addresses given on the back
cover or visit www.furse.com

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 Application index/Part number index

Application index Part number index

● Air rods 14, 17, 29, 35 10H-FU 63 CA886 31 CP005 22
● Air terminals & 14, 17-21, 29, 35-37 1H-FU 63 CA887 31 CP010 22
fixings 20H-FU 63 CA900 24, 31 CP015 22
● Air termination network 14 2H-FU 63 CB006 48 CP020 22
● Anti-vandal down conductor guard 46 30H-FU 63 CB016 48 CP025 22
● Bentonite moisture retaining clay 69 3902 61 CB025 48 CP030 22
● Bimetallic cable 48 3903 61 CB035 48 CP035 22
3904 61 CB050-FU 48 CP040 22
● Bimetallic connectors 28, 34
3907 61 CB070 48 CP045 22
● Bonds/bonding 15, 59-63
3908 61 CB071 48 CP050 22
● Cable and wire system 16, 35-38
350M-FU 63 CB095 48 CP060 22
● Clamps 26-27, 33-34, 37-38,
3905-TB 61 CB120 48 CP065 22
57-59, 63-64 3906-TB 61 CB150-FU 48 CP105 21
● Company background 2 3909-TB 61 CB185 48 CP110-H 22, 59
● Compression connectors 75 40H-FU 63 CB240 48 CP115 21
● Compression tools 73-74 4H-FU 63 CB300-FU 48 CP120-H 22
● Conductor clips 14, 22-24, 30-32, 37 8H-FU 63 CB400-FU 48 CP125-H 22
● Conductor colour chart 42 AK005 56 CC016 48 CP130 21
● Conductor fixings 14, 22-24, 30-32, 37 AS100 56 CC025 48 CP205 21, 59
● Conductors 14, 41-48, 50 AV005 46 CC035 48 CP210-H 21, 59
aluminium 46-48 BA205 45 CC050 48 CP215 21, 59
copper 43-45, 47-48 BA210 45 CC070 48 CP216 21, 59
flat tape 43-46 BA225 45 CC095 48 CP220-H 21, 59
solid circular 47 BA230 45 CC120-FU 48 CP225 21, 59
stranded, cable and wire 48 BA231 45 CC150-FU 48 CP227 21, 59
● Conductors technical information 42 BA235 45 CC185 48 CP230-H 22, 59
● Copperbond rod 52-54 BA240 45 CC240 48 CP240-H 22, 59
● Copper conductor ratings 42 BA250-FU 45 CC300 48 CP241 21, 59
● C tape clips 22-24 BC001 48 CC400-FU 48 CP245 21, 59
● Denso tape 40 BC002 48 CD035 47 CP256 21, 59
● Design services 8-9 BC003 48 CD036 47 CP260-H 22, 59
● Down conductors 14 BC004 48 CD038 47 CP265 21, 59
● Earth bars & disconnecting links 67 BC005 48 CD039 47 CP305 21, 59
● Earth boss 68 BC006 48 CD040 47 CP405 23
BC007 48 CD041 47 CP410 23
● Earth electrode backfills 69
BC008 48 CD080 47 CP510 23
● Earth electrode dimensions 52
BC009 48 CD081 47 CP515 23
and materials
BC010 48 CD083 47 CP517 23
● Earth electrodes 15
BC011 48 CD084 47 CP805 30
● Earth inspection pits 15, 51, 56 BC012 48 CD085 47 CP806 30
● Earth plates 50, 55 BC013 48 CD086 47 CP810 37
● Earth points 65-66 BC014 48 CG005 54 CP815 30, 37
● Earth resistance testers 71 BC100 18 CG013 54 CP815 37
● Earth rod BC200 18 CG170 53 CP816 30
diameters, thread and shank diameters 52 BD020 45 CG177 54 CP835 37
● Earth rod clamps 15, 57-58 BD025 45 CG270 53 CP861 30
● Earth rod fittings 53-54 BD026 45 CG277 54 CP871 30
● Earth rod hammer 70 BD027 45 CG370 53 CP872 30
● Earth rod seals 55 BD030 45 CG377 54 CP876 30
● Earth rods 50, 52-54 BD035 45 CG500 20 CP881 30
● Earth termination network 15 BN001 27 CG600 20 CP886 30
● Earthing 49-76 BN002 27 CG705 36 CP887 30
● Expansion braid bonds 27, 40 BN005 60 CG710 36 CP905 30
and dressing tool BN010 60 CK005-H 26 CP910 36
● Fixings 15 BN101 27 CK105-H 26 CP915 30
● Flat saddle 35 BN102 27 CM005 28, 34 CP915 30, 36
● Flat tape system 17-28 BN105 60 CM015 69 CP920 36
● Flexible copper braid 62 BN113 60 CM015-PM 69 CP925 30
● Flux 40 BN115 60 CM025 69 CP935 30
● Hammer rig 70 BN120 61 CM025-PM 69 CR105 57
● Hard drawn copper bar 45 BN125 58 CN005 26 CR108 57
BN130 58 CN1010 75 CR110 57
● Heavy duty cast cable saddle 30, 37
BN150 63 CN105-H 26 CR115 57
● Holdfast fixings 25, 32
BN155 63 CN120120 75 CR125 57
● How to apply
BN175 61 CN150120 75 CR130 57
earthing 50-51
BN176 61 CN150150 75 CR205 58
structural lightning protection 14-15 BN300-FU 58 CN1616 75 CR215 58
● Insulating tape 40 BN305 58 CN185185 75 CR220 58
● Lightning protection 11-40 BN320 58 CN18595 75 CR225 58
● Lightning protection technical 12-15 BN325 58 CN240120 75 CR230 58
information BN505 62 CN2510 75 CR305 57
● Marconite conductive aggregate 69 BN510 62 CN2525 75 CR310 57
● Oxide inhibiting compound 28, 34 BR005 20 CN305 34 CR315 57
● Rod brackets 20, 36 BR105 20, 36 CN310 34 CR320 57
● Silfos 40 BT150 62 CN3516 75 CR325 57
● Solid circular system 16, 29-34 BT160 62 CN3535 75 CR330 57
● Solid copper earth rods 54 CA015 24 CN5025 75 CR505 57
● Stainless steel earth rods 54 CA020 24 CN5050 75 CR510-FU 57
● Static earthing kits 72 CA025 24 CN7025 75 CR515 57
● Strike pad 19, 29 CA030 24 CN7035 75 CR520 57
● Surface primer 24, 31 CA040 24 CN7070 75 CR525 57
● Test and junction 14, 26-27, 33-34, 37 CA045 24 CN910 28 CR700 58
clamps CA050 24 CN915 34 CR705 58
● Tinmans solder 40 CA861 31 CN920 28, 34 CR730 58
94 CA871 31 CN925 28 CR810 38
● Tinned copper tape 45
● Universal welding solvent and 24, 31 CA872 31 CN9535 75 CR815 38
cleaning solution CA876 31 CN9570 75 CR820 38
CA881 31 CN9595 75 CR855 37

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CR860 37 FP025 23 LK245-18 67 RB220-FU 53 TA042 46

CR865 37 FP030 23 LK245-20 67 RB223 54 TA068 46
CS350 60 FP035 23 LK245-22 67 RB225 53 TA080 46
CS355 60 FP040 23 LK245-24 67 RB226 54 TA100 46
CS405 33 FP045 23 LK245-26 67 RB235 53 TA104 46
CS410 33 FP050 23 LK245-28 67 RB236 54 TA105 46
CS505 33 FS005 40 LK245-30 67 RB305 53 TA110 46
CS510 33 GD015 23 LK245-6 67 RB306 54 TA115 46
CS605 33 GD020 23 LK245-8 67 RB310 53 TA120 46
CS610 33 GD025 23 NA005 39 RB313 54 TA125 46
CT005-H 26 GD030 23 NU165 39 RB315 53 TA130 46
CT105-H 26, 59 GD040 23 NU166 39 RB316 54 TC005 43
CT110-H 26, 59 GD045 23 NU167 39 RB317 54 TC010 43
CT115-H 26, 59 GD050 23 NU170 39 RB320-FU 53 TC015 43
CT130 38 GD861 32 NU367 39 RB323 54 TC020 43
CT305 27 GD871 32 NU370 39 RB325 53 TC020/100 43
CT405 27 GD872 32 PC100-FU 65 RB326 54 TC025 43
CW015 24 GD876 32 PC101 65 RB335 53 TC030 43
CW020 24 GD881 32 PC102 65 RB336 54 TC030/50 43
CW025 24 GD886 32 PC103 65 RC010 54 TC035 43
CW030 24 GD887 32 PC105 66 RC015 54 TC039 43
CW040 24 HD100 75 PC106 66 RC16-087095 64 TC040 43
CW045 24 HD200 75 PC107 66 RC20-087095 64 TC042 43
CW050 24 HD300 75 PC108 66 RC25-087095 64 TC043 43
CW871 31 HD400 75 PC110 65 RC32-087095 64 TC044 43
CW872 31 HD500 75 PC111 66 RC40-087095 64 TC045 43
CW886 31 HD600 75 PC115-FU 65 RC812-0850 64 TC048 43
CW887 31 HD700 75 PC116 66 RR1616 64 TC050 43
CW905 24, 31 HF015 25 PC120 65 RR2121 64 TC055 43
CW999 24, 31 HF020 25 PC121 66 RR2626 64 TC060-FU 43
DET10C 71 HF025 25 PC125 65 RR3232 64 TC065 43
DET2/2 71 HF030 25 PC126-FU 66 RR3838 64 TC066 43
DET3TC 71 HF040 25 PC211 66 RR812 64 TC067 43
DET4TR 71 HF045 25 PC216 66 RS005 54 TC068 43
DL005 39 HF176 32 PC221 66 RV005 39 TC069 43
DL010 39 HF191 32 PD005 18 RV010 39 TC070 43
DT100 40 HF320 25 PD100 18 RV105 39 TC071 43
EB001 68 HF325-FU 25 PE005 55 RV110 39 TC075 43
ES210 55 HF705 25 PE010 55 RX005 62 TC078 43
ES220 55 HF710 25 PE015 55 SA105 40 TC080 43
FCT12010 76 HF975 32 PE020 55 SA115 40 TC082 43
FCT12012 76 HM005 70 PE110 55 SD003-H 17 TC100 43
FCT12014 76 HM010 70 PE120 55 SD005 29 TC105/50 43
FCT12016 76 HM105 70 PF005 21 SD007 29 TC105-FU 43
FCT15010 76 HT010 73 PF105 21 SD105-H 17 TC110 43
FCT15012 76 HT020 73 PL005 19, 29 SD115 19 TC110/50 43
FCT15014 76 HT030 73 PL010 19, 29 SD155 35 TC111/50 44
FCT15016 76 HT040 74 PS305 39 SD160 35 TC111-FU 44
FCT1610 76 HT050 74 PS310 39 SD165 35 TC115/50 43
FCT1612 76 IN005 68 PT004 56 SD305 29 TC115-FU 43
FCT166 76 IN013 68 PT005 56 SD307 29 TC120/50 43
FCT168 76 IR100 18 PT006 56 SK010 72 TC120-FU 43
FCT18512 76 IR200 18 PT007 56 SK020 72 TC125/50 43
FCT18514 76 IR300 18 PT050 56 SK030 72 TC125-FU 43
FCT18516 76 IR400 18 PT110 56 SK040 72 TC130 43
FCT24012 76 JH100 56 PT205 56 SM010 19, 29 TC130/50 43
FCT24014 76 LK004 67 PT309-FU 56 SP010 54 TC140-FU 43
FCT24016 76 LK205 67 RA015 17 SP015 54 TC145 43
FCT2510 76 LK207-10 67 RA025 17 SS140 39 TC225-FU 45
FCT2512 76 LK207-12 67 RA030 17 SS145 39 TC230 45
FCT256 76 LK207-14 67 RA040 17 SS150 39 TC239 45
FCT258 76 LK207-16 67 RA050 17 SS155 39 TC240 45
FCT30012 76 LK207-18 67 RA080 29 SS160 39 TC245 45
FCT30014 76 LK207-20 67 RA085 29 SS165 39 TC260 45
FCT30016 76 LK207-22 67 RA215 17, 35 SS635 39 TC280 45
FCT3510 76 LK207-24 67 RA225 17, 35 SS640 39 TC330 44
FCT3512 76 LK207-26 67 RA230 17, 35 SS650 39 TC910 44
FCT356 76 LK207-28 67 RA240 17, 35 SS655 39 TC910/50 44
FCT358 76 LK207-30 67 RA250 17, 35 ST010 54 TC940 44
FCT40012 76 LK207-6 67 RA400-FU 29 ST015 54 TC980 44
FCT40014 76 LK207-8 67 RA402 29 ST100 53 TD005 40
FCT40016 76 LK243-10 67 RA600 17, 35 ST107 54 TP100 18
FCT5010 76 LK243-12 67 RB005 54 ST200 53 TP120-FU 40
FCT5012 76 LK243-14 67 RB103 54 ST207 54 TP200 18
FCT506 76 LK243-16 67 RB105 53 ST300 53 TP300 18
FCT508 76 LK243-18 67 RB107 54 ST307 54 WR165 39
FCT7010 76 LK243-20 67 RB110 53 SW005 39 WR167 39
FCT7012 76 LK243-22 67 RB115 53 SW010 39 WR170 39
FCT7014 76 LK243-24 67 RB116 54 SW105 39 WR175 39
FCT7016 76 LK243-26 67 RB125 53 SW110 39 WR365 39
FCT708 76 LK243-28 67 RB126 54 SW305 39 WR367 39
FCT9510 76 LK243-30 67 RB203 54 SW405 39 WR370 39
FCT9512 76 LK243-6 67 RB205-FU 53 SX450 63 WS365 39
FCT9514 76 LK243-8 67 RB210 53 SX455 63 WS367 39
FCT9516 76 LK245-10 67 RB213 54 TA005 46 WS370 39 95
FCT958 76 LK245-12 67 RB215 53 TA020 46
FP015 23 LK245-14 67 RB216 54 TA030 46
FP020 23 LK245-16 67 RB217 54 TA040 46

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Our sales and technical teams are ready to assist with all your lightning
protection needs. Please contact us on the numbers below to place orders,
request quotations and for technical assistance. Calls may be monitored to
assist with sales training and our customer care programme.

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Technical support/training and seminars

As industry leader, Furse is ideally placed to provide the latest, most
relevant information and support regarding changes to the standards or
regulations involving lightning protection.
Furse offers seminars to assist our customers to appreciate important
changes to lightning protection standards, the impact these changes have
on ongoing business and planning, and how to manage these changes for
better implementation of lightning protection systems.
Seminars can be held centrally at key geographical locations, or at customer
offices if preferred. Contact Furse for further details.

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