BahraEarthingCatalogue Ver1 LowRes
BahraEarthingCatalogue Ver1 LowRes
BahraEarthingCatalogue Ver1 LowRes
PROTECTION SYSTEM
CONTENTS
2 EARTHING
6 EARTH ELECTRODES
11 INSPECTION PITS
12 EARTH ROD ALTERNATIVES - PLATE & LATTICE
13 BACKFILL COMPOUNDS
14 ACCESSORIES
RODS & REBAR CLAMPS -
PIPE CLAMPS -
EARTH POINTS -
BONDS -
20 EARTH BARS
28 LIGHTNING PROTECTION
32 CONDUCTORS
BARE COPPER & ALUMINIUM TAPES -
PVC, LEAD & TIN PLATED TAPES -
WIRES & CABLES -
42 AIR RODS & ACCESSORIES
50 BAHRAWELD
52 TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
UL LIGHTNING
90 PROTECTION SYSTEM
108 SURGE PROTECTION DEVICES
EARTHING Description Write-up comes here
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
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Multiple Point Bonds Earth Electrodes
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Air Terminal Rod Conductor Jointing Earth Lattice Copper
Clamps
3 8 12
Air Rod Base Test Clamps Earth Plate Solid Copper
4 9 13
Square Tape/Conductor Earth Inspection Pit DC Tape Clip
Clamp
5 14
Copper Tapes/Conductors G Clamp
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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
An earthing system is a need in any electrical system to protect from the adverse effects of
lightning, Leakage currents, insulation failures, short circuiting and other faults. A reliable
earthing system with short, direct and low resistive path ensures protecting people, equipment,
structure and environment by dissipating fault currents that are of high magnitude and impulsive
rise times.
Earthing systems are designed as per the requirement of electrical systems and applications,
though the principle remains the same, conductors, devices, type of connections varies for
different applications such as power stations, overhead transmission systems, consumer power
networks.
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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
Definitions
• Earth
Earth is an equipotential conductive mass, conventionally assumed that its potential is Zero
(Negligible).
• Earthing
Earthing or Grounding is connecting an electrical network, equipment or structure to earth
incidentally or intentionally, directly or through a conducting medium.
• Conductors
An electrical conductor is a medium in which electrical charge flows, usually electrons when
there is a potential difference.
• Leakage current
Current that could flow from any conductive part or the surface of non-conductive parts to
ground if a conductive path is available.
• Short Circuit
A short circuit is simply a low resistance connection between the two conductors supplying
electrical power to any circuit, this results in excessive current flow in the power source through
the ‘short,’ and may even cause the power source to be destroyed.
• Impedance
The effective resistance of an electric circuit or component to alternating current, arising
from the combined effects of ohmic resistance and reactance. Resistivity of soil, reactance of
conductor and connection forms the impedance of an earthing network.
Our Solution
Bahra Earthing Systems offers a comprehensive solution with design, technical support at the
site for Soil Resistivity testing and selection of components that suits for the applications. The
earthing components are designed and engineered to withstand harsh environmental conditions
and fault conditions in the electrical networks and are tested to the stringent BS, IEC and UL
standards.
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The copper bonded rod features high tensile strength comparing to solid copper earth rods
and can be deep driven to the ground with less wear to the rods. Even at severe conditions
the bonded copper does not crack or tear, the adhesion of copper is ensured by a thin layer of
nickel beneath the copper.
The threads are formed by a cold rolling process which ensures strength and eliminating the
risk of chipping of threads while driving the rod deep into the ground. Threading is done after
the copper coating as per the standard requirements, and this also ensures thread diameter of
the rods to match couplers and other accessories. Cold Rolled threads are better than the cut
threads as stress is evenly distributed in the cold rolled threading process.
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EARTH ELECTRODES
Copper Bonded Earth Rod:
All Bahra copper bonded rods are coated with a minimum thickness of 10 mils or
254 microns as per the UL standards. (1 mil = 0.001 inch/ 25.4 microns).
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Accessories:
Couplers:
Earth Rod Couplers are designed for
coupling two or more threaded copper Part no. Type
bonded earth rods or to couple with a CT12 1/2” Coupling
driving stud during installation. They
CT58 5/8 ” Coupling
ensure continual contact between the
CT34 3/4 ” Coupling
rods and are used to aid deep rod
driving.
Driving stud:
Part no. Type
Driving Studs made from high tensile
steel are designed for driving threaded DT12 1/2” Driving Stud
copper bonded rods by hand tools or DT58 5/8 ” Driving Stud
power hammer. These reusable studs DT34 3/4 ” Driving Stud
are fixed on the top of the rod with the
help of the coupler.
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Tin plating is also done to reduce the risk of oxidation and to increase the life of the
rod. Physical connection to the rod can be done by mechanical clamps, compression or
BahraWeld exothermic welding system.
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Bahra recommends stainless steel rods with high resistance to corrosion and anodic to
solid copper rods which likely react hostile with the buried metals.
Coupling dowel:
Brass/ Optional phosphor bronze/ Steel
Part No. Type
CD01I Coupling dowel for 15 mm and 20 mm copper rod
CD02I Coupling dowel for 16 mm and 20 mm stainless steel rod
Steel spike:
Made from High Tensile strength steel, Common for copper/ SS rods.
Part No. Type
DS34I 15 mm & 20 mm hardened steel spike
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INSPECTION PITS
Accessories:
5 Hole and 7 Hole Earth Bar:
Part No Description
EB005 5 holes earth bar
EB007 7 holes earth bar
Complies BS EN 50164-5 & IEC 62561-5
Inspection Pit:
Polymer Inspection Pit:
Polymer inspection pits are highly recommended for areas
where higher loads are standard, with a load rating up
to 5000 kg polymer lids are recommended, and for load
ratings up to 1000 kg, these polymer pits can be used with
concrete lids.
Part No Description
PTP01 polymer inspection pit with grey polymer lid
PTP02 polymer inspection pit with black polymer lid
PTP03 polymer inspection pit with a concrete lid
Earth Rod Seal for Light Weight Inspection Pit:
When Earth pits are installed under the water level, Earth
Rod Seal acts as a barrier from water entry into the earth pits
Testing Standard: BS 62561-5
Part No Description
Earth Rod Size Ranges
ERS01 Single Flange Earth Rod Seal 5/8”- 3/4"
ERS02 Double Flange Earth Rod Seal 5/8”- 3/4"
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BACKFILL COMPOUNDS
Backfill Compounds:
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ACCESSORIES
Accessories
All earthing accessories or mechanical connection components are made from a special
copper alloy that features high mechanical strength and high conductivity. For some
parts considering their applications, forging process is used to increase the mechanical
strength assuring extra heavy duty performance. Fasteners used in all the fittings are
only made from solid copper alloys (Special Grade Brass / Phosphor Bronze / pure
copper) and are not made from commercial copper/brass plated steel.
BS EN 50164, IEC 62561 & UL 467 are the primary standards corresponding to
accessories, and test reports can be provided on special request.
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ACCESSORIES
U Bolt Clamps:
The U Bolt clamps can be used for Flat Tapes, Cables, Earth Rods and Rebars.
U Bolt Rod to Tape Clamp (Type E): (Double plated vertical type)
“U” Bolt Rod to Cable Clamp (type GUV): (Double Plated Vertical Type)
‘U’ Bolt Rod to 3 parallel Cable Clamp (Type V): (Double Plated Vertical Type)
These clamps are to ensure the connection between rebar or earth rod with cables
(Vertical Connection).
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Rebar lamp:
Pipe Clamp :
Pipe clamps are used over metal pipes to connect to earthing
conductors.
Part No Pipe diameter Conductor range
CPC1325 1⁄2” – 1” 13-25 mm 25-95 mm2
CPC3250 11⁄4 ”– 2” 32-50 mm 25-95 mm2
CPC6590 21⁄2 ”– 31⁄2 ” 65-90 mm 25-95 mm2
CPC100125 4” - 5” 100-125 mm 25-95 mm2
CPC150 6” 150 mm 25-95 mm2
CPC200 8” 200 mm 25-95 mm2
CPC250 10” 250 mm 25-95 mm2
CPC300 12” 300 mm 25-95 mm2
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Earth Points :
Earth points are used when a steel rebar needs to be grounded or connected to the
down conductor. They are used with U-bolt clamps that are connected to the rebar with
a conductor. Another end of the conductor is exothermically welded to an earth point
which is connected to a tape or down conductor.
Earth points are also available with standard, and customised pre-welded tails (Bahra
Green Yellow PVC earthing cable).
Part No Description
EP1T08 EP1N08 earth point with pre-welded 500mm earth cable
EP1T10 EP1N10 earth point with pre-welded 500mm earth cable
EP1T12 EP1N12 earth point with pre-welded 500mm earth cable
EP1T16 EP1N16 earth point with pre-welded 500mm earth cable
Part No Description
EP2T01 EP2N01 earth point with pre-welded 500mm earth cable
EP2T02 EP2N02 earth point with pre-welded 500mm earth cable
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Part No Description
EP22T01 EP2T01 earth point with pre-welded 2x500mm earth cable
EP22T02 EP2T02 earth point with pre-welded 2x500mm earth cable
Part No Description
EP4T01 EP4U01 earth point with pre-welded 500mm earth cable
EP4T012 Earth Point with Pre-welded 1000mm earth cable
Part No Description
EP42T01 EP4U01 earth point with pre-welded 2x500mm earth cable
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ACCESSORIES
Bonds:
B Bond:
A bonding tool to connect tape to steel structure.
Maximum Tape
Part No Bolt size Conductor material
width
CBB01 26 mm M10 Copper
CBB02 26 mm M10 Aluminium
CBB03 31 mm M10 Copper
Metalwork Bond:
Bonds steel structures up to 12.8 mm.
Maximum Tape
Part No Bolt size Conductor material
width
CMB01 26 mm M10 Copper
CMB02 26 mm M10 Aluminium
CMB03 31 mm M10 Copper
RWP Bond:
A bonding tool to bond tape to rainwater pipes, handrails, etc.
Maximum tape
Part No Bolt size Conductor material
width
CRB01 26 mm M10 Copper
CRB02 26 mm M10 Aluminium
Watermain Bond:
A bonding tool to bond tape to rainwater pipes, handrails, etc.
Maximum tape
Part No Conductor material Weight per unit
width
CWB01 26 mm Copper 0.26 Kg
Pipe Bond:
A bonding tool to bond duct and large diameter pipes.
Conductor Weight per
Part No Conductor diameter Pipe diameter
material unit
CWP01 8 mm 50-200 mm Copper 0.46 Kg
CWP02 8 mm 50-200 mm Aluminium 0.25 Kg
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Flexible Braids
These items are used for bonding metallic items such as metal doors, fences, hand
rails, etc.
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Flexible Braids
These items are used for bonding metallic items such as metal doors, fences, hand
rails, etc.
For Tinned Flat Flexile braid, replace third digit “B” with “T”
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Earth Bar:
Various type of Earth Bars are available in our product range. There are shown in
below.
Earth Bar without Disconnecting Link :
Copper Earth Bar:
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Earth Bar:
Earth Bar with Single Disconnecting Link:
Copper Earth Bar:
Part No Description Length
EBCS06 6 way 475 mm
EBCS08 8 way 575 mm
EBCS10 10 way 725 mm
EBCS12 12 way 825 mm
EBCS14 14 way 925 mm
EBCS16 16 way 1025 mm
EBCS18 18 way 1125 mm
EBCS20 20 way 1275 mm
EBCS22 22 way 1375 mm
EBCS24 24 way 1475 mm
EBCS26 26 way 1575 mm
EBCS28 28 way 1725 mm
EBCS30 30 way 1825 mm
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Earth Insulator
Earth Boss
Manufactured to provide a secure earth connection point on a steel structure. Use
denso tape and wrap the connection.
Part No Length Dia
EBOX01 25 mm 25 mm
EBOX02 30 mm 30 mm
EBOX03 30 mm 40 mm
EBOX04 30 mm 50 mm
EBOX05 40 mm 30 mm
EBOX06 40 mm 40 mm
EBOX07 40 mm 50 mm
EBOX08 50 mm 30 mm
EBOX09 50 mm 40 mm
EBOX10 50 mm 50 mm
For Steel, Use replace the third digit “X” with “S” For Stainless Steel, Use replace the
third digit “X” with “U”
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C Shaped Connector:
C shape connectors are specially designed to connect the two parallel cables.
Copper :
Conductor range Conductor range
Part No
(Main) (Tap)
CC101510 10 mm2 1.5-10 mm2
Note: For Tinned Items the code shall be started with “CT”.
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LIGHTNING
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
Our Offerings
Bahra offers a comprehensive solution for lightning protection that includes,
• Soil Resistivity Testing
• Risk Assessment as per BS EN/IEC 62305
• Design
• Product supplies
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Risk Assessment:
Our team of experts will make a complete risk assessment for projects as per IEC
62305 with the site survey or project reports. Information on geographical location,
soil resistivity, structure dimensions, the frequency of thunderstorms, wind speed,
people population, etc., are critical for assessing the risks and selecting the right level
of protection.
Design:
Upon selecting the level of protection, a detailed design for the project can be offered
with bill of materials, recommended practices, and installation guidelines. It ensures
optimum level of safety and protection for the people, equipment and structures.
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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
Product Supplies:
Bahra manufactures conductors and components for Earthing and lightning protection
in its state of the art manufacturing facilities.
Product Portfolio
Our wide range of conductors and accessories ensures that every project need is
fulfilled to achieve the complete earthing and lightning protection. This catalog lists all
the standard products, In addition to this Bahra offers customized products designed
for particular applications.
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CONDUCTORS
Conductors:
Conductor size
Part No. Weight per metre Standard coil size
(X x Y)
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Complies BS EN 755-5
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Part No. Conductor Size (X x Y) Weight per metre Standard coil size
TCT12.51.5100 12.5 x 1.5 mm 0.17 Kg 100 m
TCT12.503100 12.5 x 3 mm 0.33 Kg 100 m
TCT201.5100 20 x 1.5 mm 0.27 Kg 100 m
TCT200350 20 x 3 mm 0.53 Kg 50 m
TCT2003100 20 x 3 mm 0.53 Kg 100 m
TCT251.5100 25 x 1.5 mm 0.33 Kg 100 m
TCT250250 25 x 2 mm 0.49 Kg 50 m
TCT250325 25 x 3 mm 0.67 Kg 25 m
TCT250350 25 x 3 mm 0.67 Kg 50 m
TCT1-1/4-25 1” x 1⁄4 ” 0.67 Kg 25 m
TCT250450 25 x 4 mm 0.89 Kg 50 m
TCT250640 25 x 6 mm 1.33 Kg 40 m
TCT1-1/4-40 1” x 1⁄4 ” 1.33 Kg 40 m
TCT300250 30 x 2 mm 0.53 Kg 50 m
TCT300350 30 x 3 mm 0.83 Kg 50 m
TCT300440 30 x 4 mm 1.07 Kg 40 m
TCT300540 30 x 5 mm 1.33 Kg 40 m
TCT310350 31 x 3 mm 0.83 Kg 50 m
TCT31.50440 31.5 x 4 mm 1.13 Kg 40 m
TCT310630 31 x 6 mm 1.65 Kg 30 m
TCT380350 38 x 3 mm 1.01 Kg 50 m
TCT380530 38 x 5 mm 1.69 Kg 30 m
TCT380625 38 x 6 mm 2.02 Kg 25 m
TCT400340 40 x 3 mm 1.06 Kg 40 m
TCT400430 40 x 4 mm 1.42 Kg 30 m
TCT400525 40 x 5 mm 1.78 Kg 25 m
TCT400625 40 x 6 mm 2.16 Kg 25 m
TCT406.325 40 x 6.3 mm 2.24 Kg 25 m
TCT500340 50 x 3 mm 1.33 Kg 40 m
TCT500430 50 x 4 mm 1.78 Kg 30 m
TCT500520 50 x 5 mm 2.22 Kg 20 m
TCT500620 50 x 6 mm 2.68 Kg 20 m
TCT506.320 50 x 6.3 mm 2.80 Kg 20 m
TCT500720 50 x 7 mm 3.08 Kg 20 m
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Conductor
Part No. Diameter (A) Cross-sectional area Standard coil size
material
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Bare Busbar:
The multipurpose bare Busbars are used as Earth Bar/
Ground Busbar for connecting equipment’s ground
terminals / Telecommunication grounding etc., For Busbars
with insulation base and with connection terminals refer to
Earth Bars section.
Part No. Conductor Size (X x Y) Weight per metre Length per Bar
BCB01 12.5 x 1.5 mm 0.17 Kg 4m
BCB02 12.5 x 3 mm 0.33 Kg 4m
BCB03 20 x 1.5 mm 0.27 Kg 4m
BCB04 20 x 3 mm 0.53 Kg 4m
BCB05 20 x 3 mm 0.53 Kg 4m
BCB06 25 x 1.5 mm 0.33 Kg 4m
BCB07 25 x 2 mm 0.49 Kg 4m
BCB08 25 x 3 mm 0.67 Kg 4m
BCB09 25 x 3 mm 0.67 Kg 4m
BCB10 1” x 1⁄4 ” 0.67 Kg 4m
BCB11 25 x 4 mm 0.89 Kg 4m
BCB12 25 x 6 mm 1.33 Kg 4m
BCB13 1” x 1⁄4 ” 1.33 Kg 4m
BCB14 30 x 2 mm 0.53 Kg 4m
BCB15 30 x 3 mm 0.83 Kg 4m
BCB16 30 x 4 mm 1.07 Kg 4m
BCB17 30 x 5 mm 1.33 Kg 4m
BCB18 31 x 3 mm 0.83 Kg 4m
BCB19 31.5 x 4 mm 1.13 Kg 4m
BCB20 31 x 6 mm 1.65 Kg 4m
BCB21 38 x 3 mm 1.01 Kg 4m
BCB22 38 x 5 mm 1.69 Kg 4m
BCB23 38 x 6 mm 2.02 Kg 4m
BCB24 40 x 3 mm 1.06 Kg 4m
BCB25 40 x 4 mm 1.42 Kg 4m
BCB26 40 x 5 mm 1.78 Kg 4m
BCB27 40 x 6 mm 2.16 Kg 4m
BCB28 40 x 6.3 mm 2.24 Kg 4m
BCB29 50 x 3 mm 1.33 Kg 4m
BCB30 50 x 4 mm 1.78 Kg 4m
BCB31 50 x 5 mm 2.22 Kg 4m
BCB32 50 x 6 mm 2.68 Kg 4m
BCB33 50 x 6.3 mm 2.80 Kg 4m
BCB34 50 x 7 mm 3.08 Kg 4m
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Tinned Busbar:
Part No. Conductor Size (X x Y) Weight per metre Length per Bar
TCB01 12.5 x 1.5 mm 0.17 Kg 4m
TCB02 12.5 x 3 mm 0.33 Kg 4m
TCB03 20 x 1.5 mm 0.27 Kg 4m
TCB04 20 x 3 mm 0.53 Kg 4m
TCB05 20 x 3 mm 0.53 Kg 4m
TCB06 25 x 1.5 mm 0.33 Kg 4m
TCB07 25 x 2 mm 0.49 Kg 4m
TCB08 25 x 3 mm 0.67 Kg 4m
TCB09 25 x 3 mm 0.67 Kg 4m
TCB10 1” x 1⁄4 ” 0.67 Kg 4m
TCB11 25 x 4 mm 0.89 Kg 4m
TCB12 25 x 6 mm 1.33 Kg 4m
TCB13 1” x 1⁄4 ” 1.33 Kg 4m
TCB14 30 x 2 mm 0.53 Kg 4m
TCB15 30 x 3 mm 0.83 Kg 4m
TCB16 30 x 4 mm 1.07 Kg 4m
TCB17 30 x 5 mm 1.33 Kg 4m
TCB18 31 x 3 mm 0.83 Kg 4m
TCB19 31.5 x 4 mm 1.13 Kg 4m
TCB20 31 x 6 mm 1.65 Kg 4m
TCB21 38 x 3 mm 1.01 Kg 4m
TCB22 38 x 5 mm 1.69 Kg 4m
TCB23 38 x 6 mm 2.02 Kg 4m
TCB24 40 x 3 mm 1.06 Kg 4m
TCB25 40 x 4 mm 1.42 Kg 4m
TCB26 40 x 5 mm 1.78 Kg 4m
TCB27 40 x 6 mm 2.16 Kg 4m
TCB28 40 x 6.3 mm 2.24 Kg 4m
TCB29 50 x 3 mm 1.33 Kg 4m
TCB30 50 x 4 mm 1.78 Kg 4m
TCB31 50 x 5 mm 2.22 Kg 4m
TCB32 50 x 6 mm 2.68 Kg 4m
TCB33 50 x 6.3 mm 2.80 Kg 4m
TCB34 50 x 7 mm 3.08 Kg 4m
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Color Codes:
Y- Green Yellow
G- Green
N-Black
W-White
R-Red
B-Blue
E-Grey
L-Lead covered
T-Tin plated
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AIR RODS
Air Rods :
Air rods on the roof are selected and positioned based on the design and class of
protection required, a group of air rods make the air termination network for the
lightning protection system. Hard drawn externally threaded rods with knurling to fix
multi points. (multi points are supplied as separate accessories).
Part No. Rod length Rod diameter Thread size Conductor material
AR01 500 mm 15 mm M16 Copper
AR01A 600 mm 15 mm M16 Copper
AR02 1000 mm 15 mm M16 Copper
AR03 1500 mm 15 mm M16 Copper
AR04 2000 mm 15 mm M16 Copper
Complies with IEC 62561, UL 467
Accessories:
Air Rod Base:
Air rod bases are mechanical connectors between air rods and Copper/ Aluminium
tapes on flat roof surfaces.
Maximum
Rod Thread
Part No. conductor
diameter size
width
CAB01 15 mm M16 25 mm
CAB02 15 mm M16 50 mm
Complies with IEC 62561, UL 467
Multiple Points:
Multi points are packed as a kit of 3 rods and a multipoint
base. Additional fasteners are not required ergonomically
fixes on the knurling of air rods.
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AIR RODS - ACCESSORIES
Ridge Saddle:
Suitable to install on ridges or uneven surfaces where
standard air rod bases are not feasible to fix.
Maximum
Conductor
Part No. Rod diameter Thread size conductor
material
width
CAR01 15 mm M16 31x6 mm Copper
CAR02 15 mm M16 55x10 mm Copper
Rod Brackets:
Suitable for applications where air rods need to be mounted on
vertical planes.
Puddle Flanges:
Puddle flanges are highly suitable in conditions to provide
continuous connection where down conductor should pass
through the waterproof roof layer.
Part No Material Used
PF01 Copper
PF02 Aluminum
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Strike Pads:
An innovative solution to replace air terminal rods at situations such as complex roof
structure, roof car park buildings, etc.
FSAT01 FSAT03 FSAT07 FSAT05
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DC Tape Clip:
DC tape clip mechanically fixes the tapes on to a wall, supplied with countersunk
screws.
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Tape Clip:
Made from 99.99% pure copper, used for fixing tapes on flat surfaces or the walls.
Additional screws are required for fixing.
Cable Saddle:
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Bi Metallic Connectors:
BI metallic Connectors are used to join either aluminum & copper tapes or aluminum
& copper conductors without affecting the conductivity.
Part No Tape Size / conductor Size
BMT01 25 x 3 mm
BMC01 8 mm
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Denso Tape:
A tape used for wrapping to obtain waterproof property in joints.
Part No Tape Size
TD005 50mm x 10 m
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BAHRAWELD
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
BahraWeld
BahraWeld is an exothermic welding system that does not require an external source for
heating. Exothermic welding is preferred where highly conductive, strong connections
are required, these connections are permanent and do not loosen over time and
withstands under repeated fault conditions.
Molds
Molds are made from optimum density graphite that lasts for 50 to 80 welds. The
density of graphite and design of mold is selected based on various factors,
• Life of molds to withstand repetitive opening, closing, firing and cleaning cycles for
50-80 connections. (Higher the density of graphite, higher is the life)
• Time for weld/dissipation. (Lower the density of graphite, faster is the heat dissipation)
In addition to the standard molds listed in this catalog, BahraWELD offers a wide range
of customized molds for power stations, railways and other unique applications.
Weld Metal
Weld metals are available in the form of powders and tablets. Weld metals are made
from copper and aluminium oxides. The content of metal varies based on the size and
type of the joint required. Ignition/ Starting powder is an explosive which initiates the
combustion process of weld metal.
Tools
• PPEs such as gloves, goggles are mandatory for the BahraWELD process.
• Handle clamps are required for opening & closing and to hold the graphite molds
during the welding process.
• Flint guns or electronic ignition tools are required for initiating the welding process.
• Scraper, Brush and other cleaning tools are needed to clean the molds, conductors
and joints.
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TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
A B
Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm x mm mm x mm
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A
Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm x mm
20 x 3 45W10 BB7-M4-203 HK4
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TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
A B
Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm x mm mm x mm
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Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm x mm mm x mm
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C
mm inches Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm x mm
Ø Ø
12.7 1⁄2 “ 20 x 3 90W10 BR2-M4-127203 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 25 x 3 90W10 BR2-M4-127253 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 25 x 4 90W10 BR2-M4-127254 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 30 x 2 90W10 BR2-M4-127302 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 30 x 3 90W10 BR2-M4-127303 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 31 x 3 90W10 BR2-M4-127313 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 38 x 3 90W10 BR2-M4-127383 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 40 x 3 90W10 BR2-M4-127403 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 50 x 3 115W10 BR2-M4-127503 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 20 x 3 90W10 BR2-M4-142203 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 25 x 3 90W10 BR2-M4-142253 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 25 x 4 115W10 BR2-M4-142254 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 25 x 6 150W10 BR2-M4-142256 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 30 x 2 90W10 BR2-M4-142302 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 30 x 3 115W10 BR2-M4-142303 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 30 x 4 150W10 BR2-M4-142304 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 30 x 5 150W10 BR2-M4-142305 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 31 x 3 115W10 BR2-M4-142313 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 31 x 6 150W10 BR2-M4-142316 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 38 x 3 150W10 BR2-M4-142383 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 38 x 5 150W10 BR2-M4-142385 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 38 x 6 200W10 BR2-M4-142386 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 40 x 3 150W10 BR2-M4-142403 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 40 x 4 150W10 BR2-M4-142404 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 40 x 5 150W10 BR2-M4-142405 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 40 x 6 200W10 BR2-M4-142406 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 x 3 200W10 BR2-M4-142503 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 x 4 200W10 BR2-M4-142504 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 x 5 200W10 BR2-M4-142505 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 x 6 250W10 BR2-M4-142506 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 20 x 3 150W10 BR2-M4-172203 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 25 x 3 150W10 BR2-M4-172253 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 25 x 4 200W10 BR2-M4-172254 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 25 x 6 200W10 BR2-M4-172256 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 30 x 2 150W10 BR2-M4-172302 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 30 x 3 150W10 BR2-M4-172303 HK4
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C
mm inches Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm x mm
Ø Ø
17.2 3⁄4 “ 30 x 4 250W10 BR2-M4-172304 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 30 x 5 200W10 BR2-M4-172305 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 31 x 3 200W10 BR2-M4-172313 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 31 x 6 250W10 BR2-M4-172316 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 38 x 3 200W10 BR2-M4-172383 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 38 x 5 200W10 BR2-M4-172385 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 38 x 6 250W10 BR2-M4-172386 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 40 x 3 200W10 BR2-M4-172403 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 40 x 4 200W10 BR2-M4-172404 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 40 x 5 200W10 BR2-M4-172405 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 40 x 6 250W10 BR2-M4-172406 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 x 3 2 x 150W10 BR2-M5-172503 HK5
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 x 4 2 x 150W10 BR2-M5-172504 HK5
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 x 5 2 x 150W10 BR2-M5-172505 HK5
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 x 6 2 x 150W10 BR2-M5-172506 HK5
A B
C
mm inches Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm x mm
Ø Ø
12.7 1⁄2 “ 20 x 3 90W10 BR7-M4-127203 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 25 x 3 90W10 BR7-M4-127253 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 25 x 4 90W10 BR7-M4-127254 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 30 x 2 90W10 BR7-M4-127302 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 30 x 3 90W10 BR7-M4-127303 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 31 x 3 90W10 BR7-M4-127313 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 38 x 3 90W10 BR7-M4-127383 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 40 x 3 90W10 BR7-M4-127403 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 50 x 3 115W10 BR7-M4-127503 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 50 x 6 115W10 BR7-M4-127503 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 20 x 3 90W10 BR7-M4-142203 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 25 x 3 90W10 BR7-M4-142253 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 25 x 4 115W10 BR7-M4-142254 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 25 x 6 115W10 BR7-M4-142256 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 30 x 2 115W10 BR7-M4-142302 HK4
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A B
C
mm inches Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm x mm
Ø Ø
14.2 5⁄8 “ 30 x 3 115W10 BR7-M4-142303 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 30 x 4 150W10 BR7-M4-142304 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 30 x 5 150W10 BR7-M4-142305 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 31 x 3 115W10 BR7-M4-142313 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 31 x 6 150W10 BR7-M4-142316 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 38 x 3 1115W10 BR7-M4-142383 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 38 x 5 150W10 BR7-M4-142385 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 38 x 6 200W10 BR7-M4-142386 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 40 x 3 115W10 BR7-M4-142403 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 40 x 4 150W10 BR7-M4-142404 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 40 x 5 150W10 BR7-M4-142405 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 40 x 6 200W10 BR7-M4-142406 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 x 3 150W10 BR7-M4-142503 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 x 4 200W10 BR7-M4-142504 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 x 5 200W10 BR7-M4-142505 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 x 6 200W10 BR7-M4-142506 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 20 x 3 115W10 BR7-M4-172203 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 25 x 3 150W10 BR7-M4-172253 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 25 x 4 150W10 BR7-M4-172254 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 25 x 6 200W10 BR7-M4-172256 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 30 x 2 150W10 BR7-M4-172302 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 30 x 3 150W10 BR7-M4-172303 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 30 x 4 250W10 BR7-M4-172304 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 30 x 5 200W10 BR7-M4-172305 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 31 x 3 200W10 BR7-M4-172313 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 31 x 6 200W10 BR7-M4-172316 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 38 x 3 200W10 BR7-M4-172383 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 38 x 5 200W10 BR7-M4-172385 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 38 x 6 250W10 BR7-M4-172386 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 40 x 3 200W10 BR7-M4-172403 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 40 x 4 200W10 BR7-M4-172404 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 40 x 5 200W10 BR7-M4-172405 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 40 x 6 250W10 BR7-M4-172406 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 x 3 250W10 BR7-M4-172503 HK5
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 x 4 250W10 BR7-M4-172504 HK5
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 x 5 2 x 150W10 BR7-M4-172505 HK5
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 x 6 2 x 150W10 BR7-M4-172506 HK5
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A
Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm x mm
EARTHING SYSTEMS
60
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
A
Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm x mm
61 EARTHING SYSTEMS
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
A
Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm x mm
EARTHING SYSTEMS
62
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
A B
Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm2 mm x mm
*-1 x S103
63 EARTHING SYSTEMS
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
A B
Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm2 mm x mm
EARTHING SYSTEMS
64
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
A B
Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm2 mm x mm
*-2 x S103
65 EARTHING SYSTEMS
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
A
Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm 2
*-2 x S103
EARTHING SYSTEMS
66
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
67 EARTHING SYSTEMS
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
EARTHING SYSTEMS
68
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
69 EARTHING SYSTEMS
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
EARTHING SYSTEMS
70
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
71 EARTHING SYSTEMS
BAHRAWELD
TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
A B
C
mm inches Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm2
Ø Ø
12.7 1⁄2 “ 16* 65W10 CR1-M4-12716 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 25 65W10 CR1-M4-12725 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 35 65W10 CR1-M4-12735 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 50 65W10 CR1-M4-12750 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 8 mm Ø 65W10 CR1-M4-1278SC HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 70 90W10 CR1-M4-12770 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 95 90W10 CR1-M4-12795 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 120 90W10 CR1-M4-127120 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 16* 65W10 CR1-M4-14216 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 25 65W10 CR1-M4-14225 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 35 65W10 CR1-M4-14235 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 90W10 CR1-M4-14250 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 8 mm Ø 90W10 CR1-M4-1428SC HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 70 90W10 CR1-M4-14270 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 95 90W10 CR1-M4-14295 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 120 90W10 CR1-M4-142120 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 150 115W10 CR1-M4-142150 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 185 115W10 CR1-M4-142185 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 240 150W10 CR1-M4-142240 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 16* 65W10 CR1-M4-17216 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 25 65W10 CR1-M4-17225 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 35 65W10 CR1-M4-17235 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 90W10 CR1-M4-17250 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 8 mm Ø 90W10 CR1-M4-1728SC HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 70 90W10 CR1-M4-17270 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 95 90W10 CR1-M4-17295 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 120 90W10 CR1-M4-172120 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 150 115W10 CR1-M4-172150 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 185 115W10 CR1-M4-172185 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 240 150W10 CR1-M4-172240 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 300 200W10 CR1-M4-172300 HK4
EARTHING SYSTEMS
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TYPES OF CONNECTIONS
A B
C
mm inches Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm2
Ø Ø
12.7 1⁄2 “ 16* 90W10 CR2-M4-12716 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 25 90W10 CR2-M4-12725 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 35 90W10 CR2-M4-12735 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 50 90W10 CR2-M4-12750 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 8 mm Ø 90W10 CR2-M4-1278SC HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 70 90W10 CR2-M4-12770 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 95 115W10 CR2-M4-12795 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 120 150W10 CR2-M4-127120 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 16* 90W10 CR2-M4-14216 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 25 90W10 CR2-M4-14225 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 35 90W10 CR2-M4-14235 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 90W10 CR2-M4-14250 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 8 mm Ø 90W10 CR2-M4-1428SC HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 70 115W10 CR2-M4-14270 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 95 115W10 CR2-M4-14295 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 120 150W10 CR2-M4-142120 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 150 200W10 CR2-M4-142150 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 185 200W10 CR2-M4-142185 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 240 250W10 CR2-M4-142240 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 16* 90W10 CR2-M4-17216 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 25 90W10 CR2-M4-17225 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 35 90W10 CR2-M4-17235 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 115W10 CR2-M4-17250 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 8 mm Ø 115W10 CR2-M4-1728SC HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 70 115W10 CR2-M4-17270 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 95 115W10 CR2-M4-17295 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 120 150W10 CR2-M4-172120 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 150 200W10 CR2-M4-172150 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 185 200W10 CR2-M4-172185 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 240 250W10 CR2-M4-172240 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 300 2 x 150W10 CR2-M5-172300 HK5
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A B
C
mm inches Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm2
Ø Ø
12.7 1⁄2 “ 16* 90W10 CR3-M9-12716 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 25 90W10 CR3-M9-12725 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 35 90W10 CR3-M9-12735 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 50 115W10 CR3-M9-12750 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 8 mm Ø 115W10 CR3-M9-1278SC HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 70 115W10 CR3-M9-12770 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 95 115W10 CR3-M9-12795 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 120 150W10 CR3-M9-127120 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 16* 90W10 CR3-M9-14216 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 25 90W10 CR3-M9-14225 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 35 90W10 CR3-M9-14235 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 115W10 CR3-M9-14250 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 8 mm Ø 115W10 CR3-M9-1428SC HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 70 115W10 CR3-M9-14270 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 95 115W10 CR3-M9-14295 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 120 150W10 CR3-M9-142120 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 150 150W10 CR3-M9-142150 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 185 200W10 CR3-M9-142185 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 240 2 x 200W10 CR3-M9-142240 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 16* 90W10 CR3-M9-17216 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 25 90W10 CR3-M9-17225 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 35 90W10 CR3-M9-17235 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 115W10 CR3-M9-17250 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 8 mm Ø 115W10 CR3-M9-1728SC HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 70 150W10 CR3-M9-17270 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 95 150W10 CR3-M9-17295 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 120 200W10 CR3-M9-172120 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 150 250W10 CR3-M9-172150 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 185 2 x 200W10 CR3-M10-172185 HK5
17.2 3⁄4 “ 240 2 x 250W10 CR3-M10-172240 HK5
17.2 3⁄4 “ 300 3x 300W10 CR3-M10-172300 HK5
*-2 x S103
EARTHING SYSTEMS
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Frame:
Frames come addition into the process to handle clamp while using three mold parts.
Part No Description
HKF4 Frame for use with Handle Clamp HK4
HKF5 Frame for use with Handle Clamp HK5
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A B
C
mm inches Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm2
Ø Ø
12.7 1⁄2 “ 16* 90W10 CR17-M4-12716 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 25 90W10 CR17-M4-12725 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 35 90W10 CR17-M4-12735 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 50 115W10 CR17-M4-12750 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 8 mm Ø 115W10 CR17-M4-1278SC HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 70 150W10 CR17-M4-12770 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 95 200W10 CR17-M4-12795 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 120 250W10 CR17-M4-127120 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 16* 90W10 CR17-M4-14216 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 25 90W10 CR17-M4-14225 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 35 90W10 CR17-M4-14235 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 115W10 CR17-M4-14250 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 8 mm Ø 115W10 CR17-M4-1428SC HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 70 200W10 CR17-M4-14270 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 95 250W10 CR17-M4-14295 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 120 250W10 CR17-M4-142120 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 150 250W10 CR17-M4-142150 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 185 2 x 150W10 CR17-M4-142185 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 240 2 x 200W10 CR17-M4-142240 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 16* 115W10 CR17-M4-17216 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 25 115W10 CR17-M4-17225 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 35 115W10 CR17-M4-17235 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 150W10 CR17-M4-17250 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 8 mm Ø 150W10 CR17-M4-1728SC HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 70 200W10 CR17-M4-17270 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 95 250W10 CR17-M4-17295 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 120 250W10 CR17-M4-172120 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 150 2 x 150W10 CR17-M4-172150 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 185 2 x 150W10 CR17-M4-172185 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 240 2 x 200W10 CR17-M4-172240 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 300 2 x 250W10 CR17-M5-172300 HK5
EARTHING SYSTEMS
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A B
C
mm inches Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm2
Ø Ø
12.7 1⁄2 “ 16* 90W10 CR24-M4-12716 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 25 90W10 CR24-M4-12725 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 35 90W10 CR24-M4-12735 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 50 115W10 CR24-M4-12750 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 8 mm Ø 115W10 CR24-M4-1278SC HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 70 150W10 CR24-M4-12770 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 95 200W10 CR24-M4-12795 HK4
12.7 1⁄2 “ 120 250W10 CR24-M4-127120 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 16* 115W10 CR24-M4-14216 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 25 115W10 CR24-M4-14225 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 35 115W10 CR24-M4-14235 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 50 200W10 CR24-M4-14250 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 8 mm Ø 200W10 CR24-M4-1428SC HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 70 250W10 CR24-M4-14270 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 95 250W10 CR24-M4-14295 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 120 2 x 150W10 CR24-M4-142120 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 150 2 x 150W10 CR24-M4-142150 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 185 2 x 200W10 CR24-M4-142185 HK4
14.2 5⁄8 “ 240 2 x 200W10 CR24-M4-142240 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 16* 115W10 CR24-M4-17216 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 25 115W10 CR24-M4-17225 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 35 115W10 CR24-M4-17235 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 50 250W10 CR24-M4-17250 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 8 mm Ø 250W10 CR24-M4-1728SC HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 70 2 x 150W10 CR24-M4-17270 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 95 2 x 150W10 CR24-M4-17295 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 120 2 x 150W10 CR24-M4-172120 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 150 2 x 200W10 CR24-M4-172150 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 185 2 x 200W10 CR24-M4-172185 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 240 2 x 250W10 CR24-M4-172240 HK4
17.2 3⁄4 “ 300 2 x 250W10 CR24-M5-172300 HK5
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A
B
mm Weld Metal Mold Handle Packing
mm 2
Ø
10-40 16* 45W10 CRE1-M3-16 HK3-B PACK-A
10-40 25 45W10 CRE1-M3-25 HK3-B PACK-A
10-40 35 45W10 CRE1-M3-35 HK3-B PACK-A
10-40 8 mm Ø 90W10 CRE1-M3-8SC HK3-B PACK-A
10-40 50 90W10 CRE1-M3-50 HK3-B PACK-A
10-40 10 mm Ø 90W10 CRE1-M3-10SC HK3-B PACK-A
10-40 70 90W10 CRE1-M3-70 HK3-B PACK-A
10-40 95 90W10 CRE1-M3-95 HK3-B PACK-A
10-40 120 90W10 CRE1-M3-120 HK3-B PACK-A
A
B
mm Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm 2
Ø
16 16* 90W10 CRE2-M4-16R16 HK4
16 25 90W10 CRE2-M4-61R25 HK4
16 35 90W10 CRE2-M4-16R35 HK4
16 8 mm Ø 115W10 CRE2-M4-16R8SC HK4
16 50 115W10 CRE2-M4-16R50 HK4
16 10 mm Ø 115W10 CRE2-M4-16R10SC HK4
16 70 115W10 CRE2-M4-16R70 HK4
16 95 150W10 CRE2-M4-16R95 HK4
16 120 150W10 CRE2-M4-16R120 HK4
16 150 200W10 CRE2-M4-16R150 HK4
16 185 200W10 CRE2-M4-16R185 HK4
16 240 250W10 CRE2-M4-16R240 HK4
16 300 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-16R300 HK4
18 16* 115W10 CRE2-M4-18R16 HK4
18 25 115W10 CRE2-M4-18R25 HK4
18 35 115W10 CRE2-M4-18R35 HK4
18 8 mm Ø 150W10 CRE2-M4-18R8SC HK4
18 50 150W10 CRE2-M4-18R50 HK4
18 10 mm Ø 150W10 CRE2-M4-18R10SC HK4
18 70 150W10 CRE2-M4-18R70 HK4
18 95 150W10 CRE2-M4-18R95 HK4
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B
mm Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm 2
Ø
18 120 200W10 CRE2-M4-18R120 HK4
18 150 200W10 CRE2-M4-18R150 HK4
18 185 200W10 CRE2-M4-18R185 HK4
18 240 250W10 CRE2-M4-18R240 HK4
18 300 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-18R300 HK4
20 16* 115W10 CRE2-M4-20R16 HK4
20 25 115W10 CRE2-M4-20R25 HK4
20 35 115W10 CRE2-M4-20R35 HK4
20 8 mm Ø 150W10 CRE2-M4-20R8SC HK4
20 50 150W10 CRE2-M4-20R50 HK4
20 10 mm Ø 150W10 CRE2-M4-20R10SC HK4
20 70 200W10 CRE2-M4-20R70 HK4
20 95 200W10 CRE2-M4-20R95 HK4
20 120 200W10 CRE2-M4-20R120 HK4
20 150 200W10 CRE2-M4-20R150 HK4
20 185 250W10 CRE2-M4-20R185 HK4
20 240 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-20R240 HK4
20 300 2 x 200W10 CRE2-M5-20R300 HK5
25 16* 250W10 CRE2-M4-25R16 HK4
25 25 250W10 CRE2-M4-25R25 HK4
25 35 250W10 CRE2-M4-25R35 HK4
25 8 mm Ø 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-25R8SC HK4
25 50 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-25R50 HK4
25 10 mm Ø 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-25R10SC HK4
25 70 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-25R70 HK4
25 95 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-25R95 HK4
25 120 2 x 200W10 CRE2-M4-25R120 HK4
25 150 2 X 200W10 CRE2-M4-25R150 HK4
25 185 2 X 250W10 CRE2-M5-25R185 HK5
25 240 3 X 200W10 CRE2-M5-25R240 HK5
25 300 3 x 200W10 CRE2-M5-25R300 HK5
30 16* 250W10 CRE2-M4-30R16 HK4
30 25 250W10 CRE2-M4-30R25 HK4
30 35 250W10 CRE2-M4-30R35 HK4
30 8 mm Ø 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-30R8SC HK4
30 50 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-30R50 HK4
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A
B
mm Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm 2
Ø
30 10 mm Ø 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-30R10SC HK4
30 70 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M4-30R70 HK4
30 95 2 x 150W10 CRE2-M5-30R95 HK5
30 120 2 x 200W10 CRE2-M5-30R120 HK5
30 150 2 X 200W10 CRE2-M5-30R150 HK5
30 185 2 X 250W10 CRE2-M5-30R185 HK5
30 240 3 X 200W10 CRE2-M5-30R240 HK5
30 300 3 X 200W10 CRE2-M5-30R300 HK5
*-1 x S103
A
B
mm Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm 2
Ø
10-40 16* 45W10 CRE3-M3-10R16 HK3-A
10-40 25 45W10 CRE3-M3-10R25 HK3-A
10-40 35 45W10 CRE3-M3-10R35 HK3-A
10-40 8 mm Ø 90W10 CRE3-M3-10R8SC HK3-A
10-40 50 90W10 CRE3-M3-10R50 HK3-A
10-40 10 mm Ø 90W10 CRE3-M3-10RSC HK3-A
10-40 70 90W10 CRE3-M3-10R70 HK3-A
10-40 95 90W10 CRE3-M3-10R95 HK3-A
10-40 120 90W10 CRE3-M3-10R120 HK3-A
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A
B
mm Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm 2
Ø
10-40 16* 45W10 CRE6-M3-16 HK3-A
10-40 25 45W10 CRE6-M3-25 HK3-A
10-40 35 45W10 CRE6-M3-35 HK3-A
10-40 8 mm Ø 65W10 CRE6-M3-8SC HK3-A
10-40 50 65W10 CRE6-M3-50 HK3-A
10-40 10 mm Ø 90W10 CRE6-M3-10SC HK3-A
10-40 70 90W10 CRE6-M3-70 HK3-A
10-40 95 90W10 CRE6-M3-95 HK3-A
10-40 120 115W10 CRE6-M3-120 HK3-A
A
B
mm Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm 2
Ø
10-40 16* 45W10 CRE17-M3-16 HK3-B
10-40 25 45W10 CRE17-M3-25 HK3-B
10-40 35 45W10 CRE17-M3-35 HK3-B
10-40 8 mm Ø 90W10 CRE17-M3-8SC HK3-B
10-40 50 90W10 CRE17-M3-50 HK3-B
10-40 10 mm Ø 90W10 CRE17-M3-10SC HK3-B
10-40 70 90W10 CRE17-M3-70 HK3-B
10-40 95 90W10 CRE17-M3-95 HK3-B
10-40 120 90W10 CRE17-M3-120 HK3-B
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A
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A
Weld Metal Mold Handle
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A
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A
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B
A
mm Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm2
Ø
2.5 <125 15W10 CS32-M1-2.5-A HK1
2.5 >125 15W10 CS32-M1-2.5-B HK1
4 <125 15W10 CS32-M1-M4-A HK1
4 >125 15W10 CS32-M1-M4-B HK1
6 <125 15W10 CS32-M1-6-A HK1
6 >125 15W10 CS32-M1-6-B HK1
10 <125 25W10 CS32-M1-10-A HK1
10 >125 25W10 CS32-M1-10-B HK1
16 <125 45W10 CS32-M2-16-A HK2
16 >125 45W10 CS32-M2-16-B HK2
25 <70 25W10 CS32-M1-25-C HK1
25 70-165 25W10 CS32-M1-25-D HK1
25 >165 25W10 CS32-M1-25-E HK1
35 <70 45W10 CS32-M2-35-C HK2
35 70-165 45W10 CS32-M2-35-D HK2
35 165-250 45W10 CS32-M2-35-F HK2
35 >250 45W10 CS32-M2-35-G HK2
50 <70 45W10 CS32-M2-50-C HK2
50 <125 45W10 CS32-M2-50-D HK2
50 70-165 45W10 CS32-M2-50-F HK2
50 165-250 45W10 CS32-M2-50-G HK2
70 <70 65W10 CS32-M2-70-C HK2
70 70-165 65W10 CS32-M2-70-D HK2
70 165-250 65W10 CS32-M2-70-F HK2
70 >250 65W10 CS32-M2-70-G HK2
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B
A
mm Weld Metal Mold Handle
mm2
Ø
2.5 <125 15W10 CS34-M2-2.5-A HK2
2.5 >125 15W10 CS34-M2-2.5-B HK2
4 <125 15W10 CS34-M2-M4-A HK2
4 >125 15W10 CS34-M2-M4-B HK2
6 <125 15W10 CS34-M2-6-A HK2
6 >125 15W10 CS34-M2-6-B HK2
10 <125 32W10 CS34-M2-10-A HK2
10 >125 45W10 CS34-M2-10-B HK2
16 <125 45W10 CS34-M2-16-A HK2
16 >125 45W10 CS34-M2-16-B HK2
25 <70 32W10 CS34-M1-25-C HK2
25 70-165 32W10 CS34-M1-25-D HK2
25 >165 32W10 CS34-M1-25-E HK2
35 <70 45W10 CS34-M2-35-C HK2
35 70-165 45W10 CS34-M2-35-D HK2
35 165-250 45W10 CS34-M2-35-F HK2
35 >250 45W10 CS34-M2-35-G HK2
50 <70 65W10 CS34-M2-50-C HK2
50 70-165 65W10 CS34-M2-50-D HK2
50 165-250 65W10 CS34-M2-50-F HK2
50 >250 65W10 CS34-M2-50-G HK2
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Handle Clamps :
Accessories:
Welding Powder:
WP015 15 grams
WP025 25 grams
WP032 32 grams
WP045 45 grams
WP065 65 grams
WP090 90 grams
WP115 115 grams
WP150 150 grams
WP200 200 grams
WP250 250 grams
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CONTENTS
GENERAL INTRODUCTION 92
PRODUCT RANGE
Copper Conductor 95
Aluminum Conductor 96
Air Terminal 97
Bolt Base 99
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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
DESIGN MATTERS
Design is important, which is why modern lightning protection systems are made to blend with the style
of a structure, making the system practically undetectable from the ground. It is also imperative that all
of the metals in a lightning protection system are compatible with all of the metals in a structure and
that the system complies with Underwriters Laboratories UL96A and National Fire Protection Association
NFPA 780 lightning protection standards.
It’s Simple
A lightning protection system performs a simple task. It provides a specified path on which lightning
can travel. When a building is equipped with a lightning protection system, the destructive power of
the lightning strike is directed safely into the ground, leaving the structure, personnel, and equipment
unharmed.
Compliance Counts
Nationally recognized safety standards for lightning protection system design and installation are
maintained by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 780) and Underwriters’ Laboratories
(UL96A). These standards are designed to help ensure safe, effective protection from lightning. There
are other lightning protection design standard depending on the application such as Lightning Protection
Institute (LPI175), Air Force Instruction (AFI32) and Saudi Building Code (SBC 401).
Electronic Protection
Modern facilities are especially vulnerable to the havoc that lightning can wreak on sensitive electronic
equipment. To assure the highest level of protection, UL-listed lightning surge protection devices should
be installed on electric service panels. Surge protection devices (SPD’s) are the first line of defense
against harmful electrical surges that can enter a structure through power lines.
By filtering and dissipating the harmful current, surge protection devices prevent electrical fires and
protect against transients that can damage a building’s electrical system. For additional protection,
UL-listed transient voltage surge protection devices can be installed to protect specific electronic
components. A qualified lightning protection specialist can make recommendations for surge protection
that is tailored to the specific facility.
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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
QUALITY MATTERS
Bahra Earthing is associated with UL File # E524796 (https://iq.ulprospector.com/en/profile?e=4353372)
Bahra Cables products are listed and labeled for the UL Master Label Certificate Program for Lightning
Protection. Specifiers rely on the UL Master Label to ensure compliance for individual lightning protection
installations. Bahra Cables products also meet or exceed the requirements for lightning protection
established by the National Fire Protection Association and the Lightning Protection Institute.
CONSULTANT SPECS:
REFERENCES
Publications listed below (including amendments, addenda, revisions, supplements, and errata) form
part of this specification to the extent referenced. Publications are referenced in the text by the basic
designations only.
1. Saudi Building Code - Latest Edition.
2. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards:
a. Lightning Protection NFPA-780.
3. Underwriter’s Laboratories standards:
a. UL 96 Requirements of Master Label
b. UL 96A Installation Requirements for Lightning Protection Systems
c. Comply with latest edition of UL 467, “Grounding and Bonding Equipment
d. NFPA70
e. LPI175
4. IEEE-81 (Latest Edition): Guide for measuring earth resistivity, ground impedance and earth surface
potentials for a grounding system.
5. All requirements of Local Authority having Jurisdiction.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
1. Installer Qualifications: Certified by UL, trained and approved for installation of units required for
this Project.
2. Designer Qualifications: Engage an experienced designer who is NRTL listed to design and lay out
the lightning protection system certified at least five years.
3. Inspector Qualifications: Engage an experienced inspector who is NRTL listed to perform periodic
inspections during installation of the lightning protection system.
4. Provide UL Master Label for lightning protection system.
5. System Certificate: UL Master Label.
6. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labelled as defined in NFPA 780,
“Definitions” Article.
7. Provide services of qualified lightning protection engineer, supplier, and installer to perform work
for lightning protection system. Provide components for complete lightning protection system,
lightning protection system ground and installation of system to NFPA 780. System shall meet UL
96A requirements for Master-Labelled lightning protection systems. Deliver Master Label to Owner.
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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
Why required?
Master Label Certificate is a safety compliance and accreditation for any structure. This covers the
materials and the installation assurance to meet the requirement of the Lightning Protection standards
as below:
• Materials comply and tested as per UL96 and UL467 standard
• Installation according to the UL96A & NFPA780 (referenced in Saudi Building Code SBC)
• Surge Protection Devices Materials and Installation according to UL1449
Benefits?
• Design review by UL enrolled specialist and UL team to verify compliance and empower the design
aspects as per standard requirement and project specifications.
• Design deviations due to standard amendment or updated will be reported as findings.
• Installation inspection by UL Master Installer and UL team to verify compliance and empower the
installation aspects to maximize the safety.
• All materials will be tested and listed as per UL standards.
• It is providing confidence that the system has been installed in accordance with applicable recognized
standards.
Process?
• Choose the professional trained installer.
• Determine the scope of the project and associated structures.
• The design review will be performed by UL, based on information provided by the customer and the
UL Enrolled company (drawings, system designs, etc.).
• The Design Review will result in a report. One report revision will be included in the quoted price,
based on updated information provided.
• Phase 2 will consist of a GAP Analysis of the installation. The GAP Analysis will be performed by UL,
based on photos/video/documentation provided.
• The GAP Analysis will result in a report. Any non-compliances noted in the report will be verified for
compliance during phase 3 (on-site inspection).
• Phase 3 is for the On-Site Inspection at the site to inspect the project structures.
• Master Label Certificates will then be issued for the structures that are within full compliance of the
applicable standards (NFPA 780 and UL96A).
• Additional Assumptions:
• The Installer shall be an active UL Listed Installer in good standing with UL’s listed installer
program. Training of the installation team can be provided.
• All Lightning protection system components must be UL Listed and Tested
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BARE AND TINNED COPPER CONDUCTOR
Structures not exceeding 75 ft (23 m) in height shall be protected with Class I materials.
Structures exceeding 75 ft (23 m) in height shall be protected with Class II materials.
If part of a structure exceeds 75 ft (23 m) in height (e.g., a steeple) and the remaining portion
does not exceed 75 ft (23 m) in height, the requirements for Class II air terminals and conductors
shall apply only to that portion exceeding 75 ft (23 m) in height.
Copper shall be of the grade required for commercial electrical work and shall be of 95 percent
conductivity when annealed.
BC385 28 strands of 0.066 gauge (1.68 mm) Rope Lay Copper Cable.
385 pounds per thousand feet (573 grams/meter).
121,968 circular mils (61.5 mm2) of conductivity
Exceeds Class II requirements.
BC4/0-19
Tinned As above but with tinned copper strands
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ALUMINUM COPPER CONDUCTOR
Structures not exceeding 75 ft (23 m) in height shall be protected with Class I materials.
Structures exceeding 75 ft (23 m) in height shall be protected with Class II materials.
If part of a structure exceeds 75 ft (23 m) in height (e.g., a steeple) and the remaining portion
does not exceed 75 ft (23 m) in height, the requirements for Class II air terminals and conductors
shall apply only to that portion exceeding 75 ft (23 m) in height.
Aluminum shall not be used where contact with the earth is possible or where rapid deterioration
is possible. Conductors shall be of electrical-grade aluminum with a minimum chemical
composition of 99 percent aluminum.
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BLUNT AIR TERMINALS – CLASS I
The tip of an air terminal shall be not less than 10 in. (254 mm) above the object or area it is
to protect.
Air terminals shall be secured against overturning or displacement by at least one of the
following methods:
(1) Attachment to the object to be protected
(2) Braces that are permanently and rigidly attached to the structure
Air terminals exceeding 24 in. (600 mm) in height shall be supported at a point not less than
one-half their height.
Product Decription
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BLUNT AIR TERMINALS – CLASS II
The tip of an air terminal shall be not less than 10 in. (254 mm) above the object or area it is
to protect.
Air terminals shall be secured against overturning or displacement by at least one of the
following methods:
(1) Attachment to the object to be protected
(2) Braces that are permanently and rigidly attached to the structure
Air terminals exceeding 24 in. (600 mm) in height shall be supported at a point not less than
one-half their height.
Product Decription
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BOLT BASES
Air terminals shall be mounted to metal roof top units by using one of the following methods:
BBB3B A cast bronze base with 2 way bolt pressure cable holder.
Adhesive Base Cap can be rotated 90 degrees. Suitable for use on built-up,
single membrane, or other roof surfaces where mechanical
penetrations must be avoided. For use with adhesives
compatible to roof surfaces. 5/16-18 stainless steel bolt
and washer. 4-1/4” x 4” (10.8cm x 10.2cm): approximately
16oz. (454 grams). Use suffix 3/8, 1/2 or 5/8 to denote air
terminal thread size.
BBB3A ALUMINUM
Aluminum Approximately 6 oz. (170 grams). Use suffix 1/2or 5/8 to
denote air terminal thread size.
BBB900B A cast bronze base with 2 way cable holder. Threaded for
top or side mounting. Features a wide mounting surface
for a variety of mounting applications. 5/16-18 stainless
steel bolt and washer. 3-1/8” x 3-5/8” (79.4cm x 92cm):
approximately 13.6oz. (386 grams). Use suffix 3/8, 1/2 or
5/8 to denote air terminal thread size.
BBB900A ALUMINUM
Approximately 4.8 oz. (136 grams).
Use suffix 2/1 or 8/5 to denote air terminal thread
size.
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TERMINAL BRACES
Air terminals exceeding 24 in. (600 mm) in height shall be supported at a point not less than
one-half their height.
Air terminal supports are located at a point not less than one-half the height of the air terminal.
Product Decription
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BOLT FITTINGS
Conductors shall be fastened to the structure upon which they are placed at intervals not
exceeding 3 ft (1 m).
Attachment by nails, screws, bolts, or adhesive shall be permitted to be used as necessary.
The fasteners shall not be subject to breakage.
Roofing membrane strapped over the conductor shall not be considered a suitable fastener.
Fasteners shall be of the same materials as the conductor or of a material equally resistant to
corrosion as that of the conductor.
No combination of materials shall be used that will form an electrolytic couple of such a nature
that, in the presence of moisture, corrosion will be accelerated.
Bimetallic connectors and fittings shall be used for splicing or bonding dissimilar metals.
BBF1B Round-Round
Cast bronze, bolt pressure cable to cable or cable to rod clamp, 1-1/4”
stainless steel hex head bolt and washer, 1-9/16” x 1-3/4” (4cm x
4.45cm); approximately 6.3oz. (179 grams).
BBF1A Aluminum
As above but aluminum. Approximately 3 oz. (85 grams).
BBF100B Round-Round
Cast bronze, bolt pressure cable to cable or cable to rod clamp,
1-1/2” stainless steel carriage bolt. Specifically designed for cables
splices on single membrane roofs. 1-9/16” x 1-3/4” (4cm x 4.45cm);
approximately 7.6oz. (215 grams).
BBF100A Aluminum
As above but aluminum. Approximately 3 oz. (85 grams).
BBF3B Straight
4-bolt hex brass straight splicer. Stainless steel bolts. 3-1/2” x
3/4” (8.9cm x 1.9cm); approximately 6 oz. (170 grams).
BBF3A Aluminum
As above but alumimun. Approximately 2 oz. (57 grams)
BBF8B 2 Way Bonding Plate
Cast bronze, 8 square inch bonding plate with 2-way bolt
pressure cable holder. Stainless steel bolt and washer, 2-1/16” x
4” (52.38mm x 101.6mm); approximately 10.3oz. (292 grams).
BBF8A Aluminum
As above but aluminum. Approximately 3.8 oz. (108 grams).
BBF13B Cross Run
Cast bronze, bolt pressure cross run or cross tee clamp. Stainless
steel carriage bolt, nut and washer, 1-9/16” x 1-3/4” (4cm x
4.5cm); approximately 8oz. (227 grams).
BBF13A Aluminum
As above but aluminum. Approximately 3.5 oz. (99 grams).
BBF19B 4 Square Inch Beam Clamp
Cast bronze, 4 square inch bonding plate with one 2-way bolt
pressure cable holder. For primary bonding to beams and
similar flat metal protrusions. Stainless steel bolts and washer,
3-1/4” x 2” (82.6mm x 50.8mm); approximately 1 Ib 1 oz. (482
grams).
BBF19A Aluminum
As above but aluminum. Approximately 6.7 oz. (190 grams).
BBM3 Bimetallic 4-Bolt Straight Splicer
For joining aluminum and copper cables. Stainless Steel bolts.
5” x ¾” (8.9cm x 1.9cm) hex; approximately 8 oz. (170 grams).
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Clamps or welding shall be used for all connections to the reinforcing steel and to the down
conductors.
Grounded media and buried metallic conductors shall be bonded to the lightning protection
grounding system below a height 12 ft (3.6 m) vertically above the base of the structure.
The bonding resistance value should typically be in the tens of milliohms but should not exceed
200 milliohms.
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FASTENER LOOPS
Conductors shall be fastened to the structure upon which they are placed at intervals not
exceeding 3 ft (1 m). Attachment by nails, screws, bolts, or adhesive shall be
permitted to be used as necessary.
Fasteners shall be of the same materials as the conductor or of a material equally resistant to
corrosion as that of the conductor.
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ADHESIVE SEALANTS
Product Decription
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GROUND ROD CLAMPS
The down conductor(s) shall be attached permanently to the grounding electrode system by
bolting, brazing, welding, or high-compression connectors listed for the
purpose.
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GROUND TEST WELLS
Product Decription
18” Length
B3120 PVC Schedule 80 12 3/4” x 18”
B3122 3/8” Steel 12 3/4” x 18”
Heavy Duty High Traffic Area Ground Test Well 12” Length
B3110 PVC Schedule 80 13 3/4” x 12”
B3112 3/8” Steel 13 3/4” x 12”
B3114 Concrete 13 3/4” x 12”
18” Length
B3130 PVC Schedule 80 13 3/4” x 18”
B3132 3/8” Steel 13 3/4” x 18”
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PROTECTION DEVICES
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SURGE PROTECTION DEVICES
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
Lightning strikes may introduce severe transient voltages into electronic equipment and sensitive systems
inside the building, these surges depend not only on the lightning protection of the building itself but
also on the installation details of the wiring and sensors and the route to the electronic equipment
in the building. For the protection of the equipment against these transient surges, surge protective
devices (SPD) should be fitted as close as possible to the point of entry/exit to the building and as close
as possible to the power supplied to electronic equipment and sensitive systems.
Over voltages that are transmitted through distribution networks can be originated in commutation
networks because of their deficiencies as well as atmospheric discharges. Furthermore, we can not
ignore over voltages caused by users of the network or its environment, electric discharge lamps,
engines starts, variable speed drives, generators and power generators start and stops which cause
surges and transient intensities of short duration, as well as high pick values.
These surges are characterised nationally and internationally as 1,2 / 50 - 5/65 - 8/20 and 10/350
μsec shock waves by the SBC, CCITT, ITU, DIN, UL and IEC/BS EN Standards. The first value of the
expression makes reference to Rise time of the wave front and the second one to Fall time until middle
value expressed in μsec. These waveforms are transmitted as high frequency currents through electrical
and phone networks, railway catenary, etc., with frequency ranging between 30 and 300 kHz in highest
energy components. This value depends mainly on the rise of the transient component.
Transformers and stabilizers operate properly at industrial frequencies (50 - 60 cycles), while their
behaviour is completely transparent to them at a high frequency range. This is the reason why these
phenomena are so destructive and reach all the connected devices to the network.
Voltage gaps and micro-interruptions are short interruptions in the power supply. Closing or opening
a circuit give rise to overvoltage impulses at the beginning and at the end of the micro-interruption
as a consequence of the self-induction electromotive force. For this reason, micro-interruptions are
associated to breakdowns, especially the most sensitive electronic elements.
The materials used shall withstand the electric and electromagnetic effects of the lightning current and
predictable accidental stress without being damaged.
Lightning protection systems shall be made of materials that are tested against lightning direct and
indirect surges. Surge protective device (SPD) Device that is intended to limit transient over voltages
and divert surge currents. It contains at least one non-linear component.
Surge protective device (SPD) integrating in a single package the means for providing surge
protection at two or more ports of equipment connected to different systems, such as a power system
and a communications system are referred as Combined multi-port SPD.
Electrical and electronic systems are subject to damage from a lightning electromagnetic impulse
(LEMP). Therefore, Surge Protection Measures SPM need to be provided to avoid failure of internal
systems.
The design of SPM should be carried out by experts in lightning and surge protection who possess a
broad knowledge of EMC and installation practices.
Protection against LEMP is based on the lightning protection zone (LPZ) concept: the zone containing
systems to be protected shall be divided into LPZs. These zones are theoretically assigned part of space
(or of an internal system) where the LEMP severity is compatible with the withstand level of the internal
systems enclosed. Successive zones are characterized by significant changes in the LEMP severity. The
boundary of an LPZ is defined by the protection measures employed.
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With respect to lightning threat, the following LPZ are defined (IEC 62305-1:4):
Outer zones:
LPZ 0 Zone where the threat is due to the unattenuated lightning electromagnetic field and where the
internal systems may be subjected to full or partial lightning surge current. LPZ 0 is subdivided into:
LPZ 0A Zone where the threat is due to the direct lightning flash and the full lightning
electromagnetic field. The internal systems may be subjected to full lightning surge current.
LPZ 0B Zone protected against direct lightning flashes but where the threat is the full
lightning electromagnetic field. The internal systems may be subjected to partial lightning surge
currents.
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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
Selection of characteristics for two or more SPDs (Surge Protection Device) to be connected across
the same conductors of a system but separated by some decoupling impedance such that, given the
parameters of the impedance and of the impinging surge, this selection (Coordination of SPDs) will
ensure that the energy deposited in each of the SPDs is commensurate with its rating.
Surge Protection Device SPD requires an internal or external disconnector for disconnecting a surge
protective device (SPD) from the system in the event of SPD failure. It is intended to prevent a persistent
fault on the system and may give visible indication of the SPD failure.
Operational condition when the sustained power loss of an SPD exceeds the thermal dissipation of the
housing and connections, leading to a cumulative increase in the temperature of the internal elements
culminating in failure.
Bahra Earthing team can help you to make the correct selection and application of SPDs needed to
protect the low-voltage supply systems against the effects of transient surges or over-voltages. When
required in accordance with SASO IEC 62305, UL 1449 or otherwise specified, SPDs shall be installed
at the origin of the installation. Additional SPDs may be necessary to protect sensitive equipment. Such
SPDs shall be coordinated with the SPDs installed upstream. In the case where SPDs are part of the
fixed electrical installation, but not mounted inside a distribution board (e.g. in a socket-outlet), their
presence shall be indicated by a label on or as near as is reasonably possible to the origin of the circuit
under consideration.
Connection of SPDs Surge protective devices at or near the origin of the installation shall be connected
at least between the following points:
a) If there is a direct connection between the neutral conductor and the PE at or near the origin of the
installation or if there is no neutral conductor: Between each line conductor and either the main
earthing terminal or the main protective conductor, whichever is the shortest route; NOTE The
impedance connecting the neutral to the PE in IT systems is not considered as a direct connection.
b) If there is no direct connection between the neutral conductor and the PE at or near the origin of the
installation, then either: “ between each line conductor and either the main earthing terminal or the
main protective conductor, and between the neutral conductor and either the main earthing terminal
or the protective conductor, whichever is the shortest route – connection type 1; or “ between each
line conductor and the neutral conductor and between the neutral conductor and either the main
earthing terminal or the protective conductor, whichever route is shorter – connection type 2.
In small installations it is only required to settle a surge suppressor and harmonic filter in the
main switchboard to protect the installation. Loads of the installation themselves generate the
high frequency harmonics and the transitory peaks. If the filter is settled distant enough from the
problematic loads and especially from the critical ones to be protected, these may be affected by
over voltages and harmonics.
In large facilities it is not enough to install a unique device to allow the proper functioning of
itself and avoid breakdowns in power supplies and circuit boards. When engines start and stop,
when variable-frequency drives themselves chop the sinusoidal wave, the group starts, the signal
micro-interruptions (the peaks associated with micro-interruptions are not only originated by the
electrical connection, all the loads inside the installation will also behave like small generators
injecting voltage peaks) can produce over voltages but in the case of internal origin they will wear
the electronic equipment of the installation away slowly or quickly in case of a high overvoltage.
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GENERAL INTRODUCTION
In addition, it is necessary to take into consideration the any type of cable, whether it is electrical,
coaxial, data, telephone, etc. over voltages can be induced.
Bahra Earthing provides a complete range of Surge Protective Devices SPDs as well as Unified
Protection Systems (SPU) made up of several redundant and coordinated protection sets, conceived
under criteria of maximum discharge capacity and minimum residual voltage. Its design allows the
implementation of accessory modules, as well as its adaptation to the needs of each installation, putting
its safety and proper functioning first.
• Multi-Stage Surge Protection Devices, as against Medium and High Frequency Harmonics in Low-
Voltage AC Power Supply Networks.
• Multi-stage Surge Protective Device and Middle & High Frequency Harmonics with Voltage
Stabilization.
• Surge protective devices for High Voltage AC power supply networks
• Modular transitory overvoltage protective devices in Low Voltage power supply networks:
• Transient overvoltage protective devices in Low-Voltage installations:
• Type 1 surge protective devices
• Type 1+2 surge protective devices
• Type 2 surge protective devices
• Type 3 surge protective devices
• Photovoltaic surge protective devices: Surge protective devices specially designed for the protection
of electrical generators and communication buses in photovoltaic installations.
• LED surge protective devices: Surge protective devices specially designed to protect LED installations.
• Control, data and communication lines protective devices.
• Protective devices in coaxial cables.
• Relays for The Protection Against Permanent Over voltages
• UL1449 Listed and Tested Surge protective devices
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SPD // BD SERIES
SURGE PROTECTIVE MODULES LV POWER
SUPPLY NETWORKS
BD2-20/240
Type 2 single-phase surge protective devices are installed in the main
electrical panel of the installation.
They are recommended to protect electric and electronic devices against
surges of atmospheric and maneuvers origin.
• Protection Class II in accordance with EN 61643-11.
• Protection Type 2 in accordance with IEC 61643-1.
• E asy supervision due to the disconnection device.
• Two-pole surge protective devices consisting of a base part and a
plug- in protection module.
• F ault indication by red flag window.
• Rapid response.
• O ptional remote alarm terminal.
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SPD // BD SERIES
SURGE PROTECTIVE MODULES LV POWER
SUPPLY NETWORKS
BD2-40/240
Type 2 single-phase surge protective devices are installed in the main
electrical panel of the installation.
They are recommended to protect electric and electronic devices against
surges of atmospheric and maneuvers origin.
• Protection Class II in accordance with EN 61643-11.
• Protection Type 2 in accordance with IEC 61643-1.
• E asy supervision due to the disconnection device.
• Two-pole surge protective devices consisting of a base part and a
plug- in protection module.
• F ault indication by red flag window.
• Rapid response.
• O ptional remote alarm terminal.
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SPD // BD SERIES
SURGE PROTECTIVE MODULES LV POWER
SUPPLY NETWORKS
BD2-60/240
Type 1+2 surge protector devices are installed in the main electrical
panel of the installation.
They are recommended to protect electric and electronic devices against
surges of atmospheric and manoeuvres origin.
• Protection Class II in accordance with EN 61643-11.
• Protection Type 2 in accordance with IEC 61643-1.
• Easy supervision due to the disconnection device.
• Two-pole surge protective devices consisting of a base part and a
plug- in protection module.
• Fault indication by red flag window.
• Rapid response.
• Optional remote alarm terminal.
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SPD // BD SERIES
SURGE PROTECTIVE MODULES LV POWER
SUPPLY NETWORKS
BD2-100/240
Type l+ll surge protector devices are installed in the main electrical
panel of the installation.
They are recommended to protect electric and electronic devices against
surges of atmospheric and manoeuvres origin.
• Protection Class I+II in accordance with EN 61643-11.
• Protection Type 1+2 in accordance with IEC 61643-1.
• Easy supervision due to the disconnection device.
• Modular design.
• Fault indication by red flag window.
• Rapid response.
• Optional remote alarm terminal.
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SPD // BD SERIES
SURGE PROTECTIVE MODULES LV POWER
SUPPLY NETWORKS
BD4-40/240
Type 2 three-phase surge protective devices are installed in the
main electrical panel of the installation.
They are recommended to protect electric and electronic devices
against surges of atmospheric and manoeuvres origin.
• Protection Class II in accordance with EN 61643-11.
• Protection Type 2 in accordance with IEC 61643-1.
• Easy supervision due to the disconnection device.
• Two-pole surge protective devices consisting of a base part
and a plug-in pro- tection module.
• Fault indication by red flag window.
• Rapid response.
• Optional remote alarm terminal.
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SPD // BD SERIES
SURGE PROTECTIVE MODULES LV POWER
SUPPLY NETWORKS
BD4-100/240
Type 1+2 surge protector devices are installed in the main
electrical panel of the installation.
They are recommended to protect electric and electronic
devices against surges of atmospheric and manoeuvres origin
by coordinating Type 1 and Type 2 features.
• Protection Class I+II in accordance with EN 61643-11.
• Protection Type 2 in accordance with IEC 61643-1.
• Easy supervision due to the disconnection device.
• Modular design.
• Fault indication by red flag window.
• Rapid response.
• Optional remote alarm terminal.
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SPD // BD SERIES
SURGE PROTECTIVE MODULES LV POWER
SUPPLY NETWORKS
BD4-60/240
Type 1+2 surge protector devices are installed in the main
electrical panel of the installation.
They are recommended to protect electric and electronic devices
against surges of atmospheric and manoeuvres origin.
• Protection Class II in accordance with EN 61643-11.
• Protection Type 2 in accordance with IEC 61643-1.
• Easy supervision due to the disconnection device.
• Two-pole surge protective devices consisting of a base part
and a plug-in protection module.
• Fault indication by red flag window.
• Rapid response.
• Optional remote alarm terminal.
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SPU // 2D SERIES
MEDIUM & HIGH FREQUENCY
MULTI-STAGE SURGE HARMONICS PROTECTIVE DEVICE IN AC
LV POWER SUPPLY NETWORKS
SP 2D-80
• Destined to low power single-phase panels.
• Ideal for sensitive loads protection against MF and HF harmonics.
• High discharge capacity.
• Easy supervision and maintenance.
• Both common and differential protection mode for all protective modes.
• Adjusted thresholds to the operating voltage range.
• Network indicator light plus MCBs.
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SPU // 4D SERIES
MEDIUM & HIGH FREQUENCY
MULTI-STAGE SURGE HARMONICS PROTECTIVE DEVICE IN AC
LV POWER SUPPLY NETWORKS
SP 4D-25
• It is destined for low power three-phase panels.
• Ideal for sensistive loads protection.
• High discharge capacity.
• Easy suervision and maintenance.
• Both common and differential protection mode for all
protective modes.
• Adjusted thresholds to the operating voltage range.
• Network indicator light.
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SPU // 4D SERIES
MEDIUM & HIGH FREQUENCY
MULTI-STAGE SURGE HARMONICS PROTECTIVE DEVICE IN AC
LV POWER SUPPLY NETWORKS
SP 4D-80
• Specially designed for being installed in secondary industrial panels or
in the main electrical panel of the installation.
• Ideal to protect sensistive loads against MF or HF harmonics and
• voltage oscillations.
• High discharge capacity.
• Easy suervision and maintenance.
• Both common and differential protection mode for all protective modes.
• Adjusted thresholds to the operating voltage range.
• Network and alarm indicator lights plus MCBs
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SPU // 4D SERIES
MEDIUM & HIGH FREQUENCY
MULTI-STAGE SURGE HARMONICS PROTECTIVE DEVICE IN AC
LV POWER SUPPLY NETWORKS
SP 4D-100
• Specially designed for being installed in secondary industrial panels or in
the main electrical panel of the installation.
• It is ideal to protect sensistive loads against MF and HF harmonics and
voltage oscillations.
• High discharge capacity.
• Easy supervising and maintenance.
• Both common and differential protection mode for all protective modes.
• Adjusted thresholds to the operating voltage range.
• Network indicator light plus MCB for internal disconnection.