Roof Mounted Lightning Rods

However they are less efficient at conducting electricity so they require longer connecting cables.

Roof mounted lightning rods.

A 401al roof mount recommended sold separately. And comes supplied with 1 long stainless steel rod small. 48 l x 42 h x 18 w. They can also corrode over time.

Catalog c 4 12 with 12 rod 27 00. A 4 12 with 12 rod 18 00. Strap type mounting base is available please call. Lightning rod kit for glen martin hazers roof top towers and martin towers.

The most obvious above roof components are air terminals formerly called lightning rods. With 12 solid rod. Easy fit saddle base will form to fit any pitch roof. With stainless steel rod.

48 l x 24 h x 3 w. Includes lightning rod point clamp terminal lug clamp 8 copper ground rod and brass ground rod clamps. Rods at least 1o higher than the structure are placed at intervals along high points such as the roof crest ridge chimney or along the perimeter of a flat roof. Copper or aluminum strap mount with cable clamp.

Metal roofs are resistant to wind and hail weigh less than asphalt shingles require little maintenance and are energy efficient. X 12 rod part number rsp1 and arsp1. This size weathervane is ideal for your home garage cupola barn or gazebo. To fit any roof slope.

Roof rod and mounting saddle available as follows. Most of an lps is below roof level. A simple yet elegant complement for cupolas dormers and turrets. Used most and is the standard method for regular lightning rod systems.

You have numerous options when it comes to re roofing your home including asphalt shingles concrete tiles and metal roof panels. For use on ridge flat or sloping roof s shipped flat but may be easily formed. With 18 rod c 4 18 33 00. 3 0 out of 5 stars 1 rating.

Lr 8400 lightning rod kit for glen martin hazers roof top towers martin towers. You might choose to install a metal roof because they do not rot crack peel burn or blow off. Aluminum lightning rods are cheaper which is their main advantage. They must be located at the highest points on a roof.

Lightning rods were invented by ben franklin. Mounted on the highest point of a structure lightning rods are electrically bonded to the earth via conductor and electrode which allows electricity to pass through the building and disperse safely. A braided copper or aluminum cable made for lightning systems connects the rods and runs into the ground to dissipate a charge. They are more compatible than copper rods in certain cases such as being easily installed on bare aluminum or galvanized steel roofs.