Lightning

FRANKLIN FRANCE THE GLOBAL APPROACH TO LIGHTNING

Destructive Lightning Lightning, an universal, permanent and natural phenomenon, causes considerable damages every year. It costs billions of euros to a country’s economy, and kills thousand of persons. It is enough destructive in all over the world to concern everybody, all the countries, regions and fields of activities. With the coming of high technologies, the omnipresence of components more and more sensitive and expensive equipment, protect ourselves against the devastating effects of Lightning, is an evident priority and Franklin France a partner wishful to be.

Lightning, our job - Franklin France, the Reference Created in 1980, the activity of Franklin France is based on the Global Approach to Lightning protection. Many times awarded for its innovations, the company never stopped to carry out new solutions and appears like The Reference for all your problems linked to Lightning. Leader acknowledged in this field of activity, it obtained the responsibility of the studies and supply of global solutions for yards the most important in France and abroad.

Franklin France, experts of the Lightning to your service A complete range of products of quality and undeniable "know-how" of its teams, allows Franklin France company to offer solutions totally adapted to each situation and with the best cost. Based on its Engineering and installations Franklin Assistance® services, Franklin France realizes for the account of consultants and its contractors, the whole proceeding useful to the good march of risks assessment projects and the checking of the installations.

Franklin France, the Lightning phenomenon at least adapted to yourself With its C3F® training centre, Franklin France brings within somebody comprehension, the Lightning phenomenon and proposes you a complete range of training adapted to your needs for the prescription, distribution, the choice and installation of protection systems against Lightning.

"It pleased God out of his love for humanity to allow men to discover the means of protecting their homes from damage caused by thunder and lightning". Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)

Franklin France, the solution for all your Lightning problems Franklin France company is present all over the world, with several tens of thousand lightning conductors and overvoltage protection products. Franklin France manufactures and commercializes products destined to tertiary and industrial sectors in compliance with French (NF), English (BS), German (VDE), European (EN), American (UL) and International standards (IEC). VERSION 2000 QUAL/2001/17569a

Franklin France, always more to serve you better Belonging to the Sicame group, a leader of the means of the electrical distribution and associated systems of protection, Franklin France promises to serve you always better, using the means of development of a big structure, combining reactivity and proximity of a company with a human size. Certified ISO 9001 version 2000, Franklin France is in constant evolution and takes its wealth from the quality of its management and its experts. The quality of the product and the service given to the customer is its credo and the global approach declines by • The listening and service oriented satisfaction customer with an international logistic and multilingual teams specialists of import-export. • The communication with its website in five languages. • The control of the phenomenon with its teams of research, engineering and installation. • The training and the advice with its C3F® multilingual training centre, the Franklin Assistance® service and its "Lightning Risk®" calculus software. • New products with its Research and Development department and its technological innovations such as " St Elme® " and "Saint-Elme Active " lightning conductors and also the "Coaxstop®".

The obtaining of Qualifoudre reference frame in 2005, shows the quality of the services in 4 fields: Studies, Manufacture, Installation and Checking and this, whatever the level of complexity: Simple cases, intermediates and complexes.

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Summary

Practical Guide The Lightning Phenomenon • Lightning origins • The devastating effects of Lightning • The transient overvoltages The global Approach to Lightning protection • Lightning and overvoltage protection • Keraunic level and Lightning density • Winds map Lightning Risk Assessment • Lightning protection • Overvoltage protection Systems of protection • Lightning protections • Comparative ESE Lightning conductor – Simple rod • Principles of installation and earthing systems • Overvoltage protections • Principles of installation Examples of installations / open area sites • Protection by ESE Lightning conductor and energy network • Protection by meshed cage and Telecom network • Protection of the transmissions • Protection of a church

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Franklin France, the expertise to your service 31 The control of the Lightning phenomenon • Lightning, our job • Franklin France and the standardization • Franklin France on the top • In situ tests The approved C3F® Training Centre • The training for the Lightning phenomenon and its protection • Programmes and aims Franklin Assistance® Services • Engineering and installations Studies, advices and audits Installations • Control, maintenance and safety Efficiency and reliability of a Lightning installation Control and maintenance of the installations Removal of radioactive lightning conductors and measures of contamination Prestigious references • In France • In the world

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Lightning Products Lightning conductors ® Lightning conductors • Saint-Elme Active ® • Saint-Elme Lightning conductors • Simple rod Lightning conductors • Lightning conductors Kits Lightning counter Elevation rods and fixings Meshed cage protection Conductors and fixings Earthings Equipotentiality

Overvoltage Products Surge Protective Devices for energy networks • Modular Surge Protective Devices • Surge Protective Device cabinets • Mobile Protections • Surge Protective Devices for strategic networks • Overvoltages Counter and associated products Surge Protective Devices for TBT networks and low currents • Plug-in Surge Protective Devices in multi-line housings • Surge Protective Devices for mounting on DIN rail and wall mounting • Surge Protective Devices for computers and data networks Surge Protective Devices for coaxial networks • 50 Ω and 75 Ω Coaxstops® • Quarter wave Coaxstops®

Other products and miscellaneous Prevention systems • Storm advisors • Autonomous system for energy networks Analogue and digital testers Beaconing • Energy storage, control cells • Night and day beaconing Towers

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FRANKLIN FRANCE THE GLOBAL APPROACH TO LIGHTNING

Destructive Lightning

Annual effects of Lightning: - an average of 1 000 000 of thunder bolts (Meteorage source) - the cost of the damages caused by Lightning numbers in milliards of euros - between 8 and 15 dead persons (Lightning Protection Association source) - 20 000 animals killed by Lightning - 20 000 sinisters due to Lightning (15 000 fires) - 50 000 electrical counters distroyed - 250 bell-towers distroyed - 13% of the incidents on the computer material is due to Lightning

Practical Guide

The Lightning phenomenon

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The origins of Lightning Lightning devastating effects The transient overvoltages

The Global Approach to lightning protection 11 Lightning and overvoltage protection Keraunic level and thunder density Winds map

Lightning risk Assessment

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Lightning protection Overvoltage protection

Systems of protection

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Lightning protections Comparative ESE Lightning conductor – Simple rod Principles of installation and earthing systems Overvoltage protections Principles of installation

Examples of installations / open area sites Protection by ESE and energy network meshed cage Protection by meshed cage and Telecom network Protection of a church

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Practical Guide The Lightning Phenomenon Lightning origins The storm cloud Possibly reaching several kilometres height and depth, Lightning is produced by cumulo-nimbus storm clouds. A separation of charges in the cloud is caused by atmospheric turbulences and big differences of temperature (up to – 60 °C at 10 km altitude): the upper part of the cloud is made up of positively charged ice crystals and the base contains negatively charged water droplets.The base of the cloud influences locally the charge of the ground at the surface, attracting an equivalent quantity of electrical charges of opposed signs.

Flash

When it is highly charged, the cloud tries to dispel this charge in "exploding": it discharges with charge exchanges either with the ground (lightning), either with other clouds or clouds zones (lightning flashes intra or inter-clouds). Millions of electric charges are then dissipated giving rise to currents, possibly reaching 500 000 A and several millions of volts. Lightning

It is important to note that currents of 30 mA under voltages of only 50 V can be dangerous for people, even mortal for values higher than 1 A!

Discharge phenomenon From the cloud base, generally negatively charged, a low luminosity discharge known as the tracer, is released. This makes its way to the ground in leaps of some tens of meters. As it approaches the ground, the highly charged tip of the tracer causes the electric field vertically below it to increase considerably. At about 200 m from the ground, jets of charges or "streamers" are released at points highly prone to lightning where the electrical field is the more intense (tree tops, chimneys, lightning conductors, …). The jet is transformed into a positive upward discharge which goes to meet the dart leader.

~ 0.001 s

~ 0.05 s

The streamer with the best triggering characteristics and which travels most quickly, will reach the leader and provides the electrical junction cloud-ground with the formation of an ionized channel. This favoured way causes strong electrical discharge of several amperes named "return stroke". Within the space of 0.2 s to 1 s, several lightning strokes may be exchanged in continuous progression and at a very high propagation speed.

Return stroke Tracer Dart leader 1 000 km/s Streamer

Types of Lightning and Lightning conductors According to the polarity of the cloud (positive or negative charges at its base) and the direction of the discharge (ascending or descending), four types of discharges can occur. Under our latitudes, statistical measures in situ proved that more than 90% of the discharges are descending lightning strikes type negative. Installed in compliance with certain guidelines, lightning conductors are designed to give, whatever type of lightning, excitation and propagation characteristics, better than all other elements nearby. It doesn’t attract (or push) lightning, but protects the structure against its effects, diverting the lightning current to the ground and ensuring its flow.

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Practical Guide The Lightning Phenomenon The devastating effects of Lightning Without any appropriate protection, the lightning current propagation can produce several effects. That is the reason why, it is necessary to arrange protection according to basic rules, paying attention especially to earthing systems and interconnections with conductive elements, and to the down conductors and electrical equipment in the installation (refer p 22). C1

Luminous effects The ionization of the air produced by the lightning current provokes numerous luminous particles, or "photons". It can create an image on the observer’s retina which may leave him dazzled for several seconds before regaining his sight.

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Acoustic effects The current of lightning is at the origin of enormous electro dynamic forces, which result in a strong rise, in the pressure of the air (2 to 3 atmospheres) in the outfall channel. The shock wave created or "thunder" can be heard at many kilometres from the impact point, like rumbling or crackling sounds, according to spectral distribution and position of the observer.

Effects due to electrical arcs The resistivity of the soil and earthing systems provoke a sudden rise in the potential of the installation, when a lightning current passes through it. Differences in potential can appear on various metal parts connected incorrectly to the earthing system creating excitation, electrical arcs and destruction of electrical or electronic equipment.

Electrodynamic effects Close to the path of lightning current, appears a strong magnetic field creating voltages and induction current on all conducting elements situated in its sudden action field. The mechanical forces induced can provoke deformation, twisting, and destruction, ...

Electrocution effects As the path of the lightning current can provoke death, the dispersion of lightning current in heterogeneous soils can create potential differences dangerous to all live animals and people (pace voltage). These can provoke burns or heart attacks and respiratory problems.

Thermal effects Thermal effects or "Joule effect" can create at the impact point the melting of the materials and even their destruction by explosion when it presents a high humidity rate or causes fires to start.

Electrochemical effects These effects are caused by the chemical decomposition of the materials by electrolytic reactions. Although very negligible and without effect compared to stray currents in the soil, it appears mainly at the earthing systems level.

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Practical Guide The Lightning phenomenon The transient overvoltages The increasingly frequent presence of sensitive electronics makes electrical equipment additionally vulnerable to transient overvoltages associated with lightning. Compared to other possible origins (industrial overvoltages, network overvoltages, electrostatic discharges, …), transient overvoltages from atmospheric origins are the most dangerous for equipment and for electrical or electronic installations. Caused by enormous energies generated in a very short time, it can be provoked by a direct lightning strike on electrical network (phone lines etc …), by induction or by ground rising conductors.

Overvoltage

Insulation measures compulsory under the standards of equipment manufacture are not sufficient (IEC 610000-4-5: immunity of the equipment). The equipotentiality of equipment and ground must be achieved. Installation of surge protection devices are also necessary to absorb the energy.

Overvoltages by conduction When there is a direct lightning strike on an electrical line or a tower, the current can propagate and reach all the installations distributed by the line, even if they are situated at several kilometres from the impact point. These currents are all the more dangerous as main part of lightning strike energy is "conducted" by the network.

Coupling

Overvoltages by induction All the metallic elements situated in an area very near a lightning strike act, as antennas, which capture by "induction" the sudden variations of the electromagnetic radiation induced by the lightning. Transient overvoltages and currents appear then, on all the equipment which is connected with it, of which the effects are proportional to the strength and the nearness of the lightning strike. Even if it constitutes a means of protection against the direct impact of the lightning, burying electrical networks does not guarantee their protection.

Ground rising conductor When there is a lightning strike close to a building, the propagation of the current through the earth, can reach the building and cause a local rise in potential of the electrical earthing of the installation, which is connected to the body of any equipment. Differences of potential appear then between equipment bodies and networks to which they are connected. Without any protection, these overvoltages are at the origins of "rising" strong transient currents which can be very dangerous. One part of the lightning current is dispersed by the lightning conductor earth, another part by the installation earth, this is the ground rising conductor.

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Practical Guide The global approach to Lightning protection Lightning and overvoltage protection A lightning conductor installation on a building is not a sufficient protection against lightning. Indeed, the lightning conductor installation only protects structures and people against lightning impacts ("direct effects"). More over, the part of the lightning strike current captured by a lightning conductor is dissipated in the installation earth. Lightning on or near an installation is at the origins of the transient overvoltages (" indirect effects") which can be very dangerous for the equipment.

Global approach A protection is efficient and reliable when all the phenomenons are considered for avoidance: - direct lightning strikes (direct effects), - indirect effects like ground rising conductors, induced currents, … - ground defects and establishment of potential differences between points close to the installation. The protection can be done only in the case of the global approach to lightning, which supposes the control of all the stages, such as: - risk assesment, - studies to define protection devices appropriate to each situation and its mode of installation, - protection device installation in compliance to the code of practice and the final use of the installation.

Lightning protection The lightning protection or the "direct effects" consist in: - capturing the lightning, which constitutes a preferential impact point capture device, natural or specific (Franklin lightning conductor, meshed cage or tight strand), - flowing the lightning current helping its path to earth, - running out the current of the lightning to the ground by ensuring its dispersion in the ground, with an "earth electrode lightning conductor".

Overvoltage protection The transient overvoltage protection or the " indirect effects" consist in: - preventing the lightning current from reaching the equipment, directing it to the earth, with surge protective devices like a barrage which stops and channels the water flow, - keeping a residual voltage compatible with the protected equipment, - flowing and discharging the current to earth.

Earthing systems and equipotentiality An installation can be protected effectively only if: - the flow of the current to the earth and its dispersion in the ground is guaranteed, using an earthing system of low impedance (this gives best conductivity), - All the metallic bodies of the building are connected electrically to the electric earth of the building or "excavation earthing system", - "the equipotentiality" of the earth of the building and lightning conductor is done.

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Practical Guide The global approach to Lightning protection Keraunic level and Lightning density The study of a lightning protection requires a study of the local geographical conditions, especially the exposure degree of the structure - to the lightning risk to assess the "potential for risk" useful in the specification of protection devices, - to the winds, studying the structures architecture to determine the best mechanical design of the device.

Keraunic level Nk The keraunic level Nk expresses the number of days per year where thunder is heard at a given place.

Lightning density Ng The Lightning density Ng expresses the number of strikes per year per km2. In France, lightning density values are determined by the "Meteorage” storm detecting network. When the density is not known for a given place, it can be found from Nk using the relation

Ng = 0.02 x Nk1.25 ou Ng max = 2 x Ng = 0.04 x Nk1.25 Approximation: Ng = Nk / 20

From 0.0 to 0.3 From 0.3 to 0.6 From 0.6 to 0.9 From 0.9 to 1.2 From 1.2 to 1.5 From 1.5 to 1.8 From 1.8 to 2.1 From 2.1 to 2.4 From 2.4 to 2.7 From 2.7 to 3.0

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Practical Guide The global Approach to Lightning protection Winds map Although the elevation rods are specially made for extreme wind conditions without using a guying system (refer page 47), it can be sometimes necessary to check the mechanical strength of the eventual installation. If a superior mechanical strength is necessary, Franklin France teams are able to propose you a convenient design for the installation.

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2 elevation rods: guying system necessary

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2 elevation rods: without guying system

Localization and exposure degree The ability of the protection device to withstand the strength of the wind is calculated using a specific calculus software based on the snow and wind rules NV65, which divide the territory of France into 5 zones (refer chart below) by taking account of:

Wind speed (km/h)

200 180 3 elevation rods: guying system necessary

162 km 160

3 elevation rods: without guying system

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- the geographic zone of the site and its nature (normal or exposed site), - the eventual protection device, fixing mode and its disposition on the structure.

Normal site

120

Exposed site

Normal site: plain or plateau of large area with only small differences in level, slope lower than 10%.

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Exposed site: Coastal and water front to a 6 km depth, cliff tops narrow islands or peninsulas, narrow valleys, isolated or high mountains, several mountains passes.

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Geographic zone

Extreme values of the wind speed supported without guying system by the Franklin France lightning conductors, equipped with elevation rods in normal site and exposed site (altitude max.: 1000 m, height structure: 10 m). Contact us for any further information.

Winds map Max wind speed (km/h) Zone

Normal site

Exposed site

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Max values of the wind speed that the installation must be capable of withstanding, according to its geographical zone (values based on the dynamical pressures of reference). Values for a maximum altitude of 1000 m and a structure with a height of 10 m. The installation can be fixed at greater altitude and be a greater height if the design specifications are increased. Contact us for any further information.

Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5: Guadeloupe, Martinique, Reunion, Mayotte

References: Rules NV 65 (04/2000). Rules which define the effects of the snow and wind on the constructions. (Ref. Afnor: DTU P 06-002).

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Practical Guide Lightning Risk Assessment Lightning protection The "Lightning Risk" is defined as the annual probability that damages can be caused to a given structure by a direct lightning strike. The risk assessment consists in determining a level of risk "acceptable" for the structure, studying the lightning strike probability and the consequences which could be caused. At this risk level there is an associated "protection level" which is equivalent to the minimum efficiency necessary for the system.

Lightning Risk Assesssment Based on the consideration of the methods of analysis and calculating described by the NF C 17-100, NF C 17-102 and IEC 61024-1-1 standards, Lightning Risk Assessment allows you to determine if protection is necessary and to define precisely the level of protection required for "Exterior Installation of Lightning Protection" (EILP). The analysis relies on the evaluation of the annual average frequency (probability) Nd, of expected direct lightning strikes on the structure and the frequency of lightning strikes the structure is designed to accept.

Nd = 2 x Ng x Ae x C1 x 10-6

Nc =

5.5 x 10-3 C2 x C3 x C4 x C5

with - Nd: average annual frequency of direct lightning strikes, - Nc: lightning frequency accepted by the structure, - C1: environment surrounding the structure, - C2: type of construction, - C3: contents of the structure, - C4: occupation of the structure, - C5: Effects of lightning on the environment, - Ae Equivalent surface area of capture of the structure (in m2). Ae = L x I + 6 x H x (L + I) + 9πH2 Note: the values of the coefficients C1 and C5 are defined in NFC 17 100 and NFC 17-102 standards.

Choice of the level of protection - If Nd > Nc A system of protection against the direct impact of lightning (EILP) must be installed. According to the level of protection determined, the EILP must have an effectiveness E such as: E≥1-

Nc Nd

The determination of the level of protection defines: - the minimum radius of protection of the lightning conductors specifying the excitation distance (mesh sizes for the meshed cages), - minimum distances of safety beyond which an interconnection of mass with down conductors is necessary, - frequency of the checking of the EILP. It should be noted that complementary measures must be taken (plan of masses, additional surge protective devices…) when the level of protection required is 1+. - Si Nd ≤ Nc The installation of a system of protection against the direct impact of lightning (EILP) is not necessary if any written law imposes it.

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Level of protection Efficiency

NF C 17-100 IEC 61024-1-1

NF C 17-102

E > 0.98

Level I+ (+ complementary measures)

Level I+ (+ complementary measures)

0.98 ≥ E > 0.95

Level I

Level I

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Level II

Level II

0.90 ≥ E > 0.80

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Level II

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Practical Guide Lightning Risk Assessment Lightning protection Lightning Risk Software In order to make easy your analysis, Franklin France and its teams propose you the "Lightning Risk®" calculus software. In compliance with the national NF C 17-100, NF C 17-102 standards and international ones IEC 61024-1-1, it is very easy to determine the level of protection required by your installation.

Reference: RISK0002.

Lightning protection and regular texts Certain decrees and orders in council of the Official Journal or even of the generic standards can make compulsory a lightning protection and its indirect effects. Hereafter are recalled certain of these obligations. Preliminary study to realize and compulsory discharge impact lightning controller for sites with environmental risks. Electric Installations (NF C 15-100): compulsory installation of an overvoltage protection on the main board of the structures equipped with a protection against the direct impact (lightning conductor or equivalent system). Another analysis can be also done according to the UTE C 17-100-2 guide.

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Practical Guide Lightning Risk Assessment Overvoltage protection Risk evaluation method The method described below is not based on a standard, but on our experience in this activity and uses the current methods of risk analysis of UTE guides C 15-443 and IEC 61643-12.

1- Evaluation of the level of exposure to overvoltages Either X = 2Kn (1 + 2L BT + T HTA + E PAR + d) / 20 or Ng = Kn*0.05 (Ng is the local lightning density) L BT = length in km of the overhead LV line supplying power to the facility (if > 0.5 km : LBT = 0.5). THTA = type of network supplying power to the HVA/LV substation (= 1 if the supply is aerial and = 0 if it is subterranean). EPAR = information about the presence of a lightning conductor. d = coefficient taking account of the location of the overhead line and the installation.

2- Evaluation of the consequences of a disturbance In addition to the level of exposure to overvoltages, the consequences of disturbances must also be taken into account. One can define the evaluation of the consequences of the disturbances by the following relation: Y=A+S+M+I+E A = previous experience of lightning strikes for an identical configuration. S = sensitivity of the material to be protected. M = indicates the price of the material. I = represents the loss of production resulting from possible damages. E = information about the possible consequences on the environment.

Consequences of a disturbance

Level of exposure

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Practical Guide Lightning Risk Assessment Overvoltage protection The overvoltage risks assessment software Developed by Franklin France, this software will allow you to estimate the need for a surge protection device on a structure.

Some parameters of this risk assessment can impose a type of protection or can simply make compulsory the overvoltage protection.

The NFC 15-100 standard requires: → to realize an overvoltage protection type 2 if the installation is supplied with an overhead LV network in a area where Nk > 25. → to realize a protection type 1 compulsory (I imp. = 12.5 kA min.) for all networks distributing buildings of a protected site against the direct impact of lightning (level of risk 2).

To get this software, contact Franklin France by mail or on our website www.franklin-france.com.

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Practical Guide Systems of protection Lightning protections Meshed cage installations The protection by meshed cage consists in the installation, on the surface of a building, of a Faraday cage with large meshes, connected to the ground earthing systems. Points with low dimensions (0.5 meters), named strike points, are arranged on any summit (chimneys, shelters,…). The dimension of the meshes and the distance between any 2 down conductors correspond to the level of protection needed to comply with the NF C 17-100 standard:

Level of protection

Dimensions of the meshes

Distance between the down conductors

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10 x 10

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The meshed cage can only protect what it encloses.

The tight strand This system consists in the protection of a structure without touching it. This protection is most often used if dangerous products are stored in the structure. This system requires the installation of guyed towers to sustain the cables and as many earthing systems as necessary.

The simple rod Known also as a simple lightning rod Franklin type, its installation consists in the inclusion, on the top of the structure to protect, slender points connected to the earth by the most direct path possible. A cone of protection is produced which corresponds to the height of the rod and to the level of protection required. Contrary to the meshed cage, this method only protects the elements which are in its radius of protection.

The ESE Lightning conductor The principle of the Early Streamer Emission Lightning conductor consists in equipping a simple rod with a device which allows a reduction of the excitation time. The radius of protection proposed by this type of lightning conductor is then widely superior to a simple rod, it can even reach 120 m in level III.

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Practical Guide Systems of protection Comparative ESE Lightning conductor – Simple rod The ESE (Early Streamer Emission) Lightning conductor

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The guiding principle of an Early Streamer Emission (ESE) Lightning conductor rises from an experimental observation. While simulating, in a high voltage laboratory, a range of electric discharges "lightning" on a simple rod (Franklin type), one notes that the excitation times are distributed graphically in a ramdom way, with a certain standard deviation, around an average value TSR. The guiding principle of an ESE Lightning conductor consists in equipping a simple rod with a device allowing for one part to reduce the average value of excitation times TESE < TSR and in addition to attenuate their standard deviation.

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That means that, placed under the same conditions, in particular, when they have the same height and the same geometrical form, the start of the discharge for an ESE Lightning conductor (ascending tracer) occurs earlier than with a simple rod, with an increase in effective length ∆L, it thus has a better probability of capturing the tracer going down and of flowing the current of the lightning. t Tmin TSR

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The ESE Lightning conductor allows then to improve the radius of protection of the simple rod of 1.5 to 3 times. This can be checked by the relation of the NFC 17-102 giving the radius of protection of an ESE Lightning conductor according to the level of protection:

Rp = √ h (2D - h) + ∆L (2D + ∆L) Knowing that the radius of protection for a simple rod is expressed:

Rp = √ h (2D - h) With D the diameter of the fictive sphere depending on the peak current I of the first arc-back assigned by the level of protection according to the relation:

D = 10 * I2/3 ∆L: Effective increase in length of the ascending tracer. h: Height of the ESE rod above the surface to protect.

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Practical Guide Systems of protection Principles of installation and earthing systems Lightning conductor and down conductor installation The lightning conductor principles of installation are given in two main standards: NF C 17-100 for the protection of structures against lightning and NF C 17-102 for the protection by ESE Lightning conductor on structures and open areas:

Conductor fixings: 3 per meter

2.00 m

• The lightning conductor is installed on the highest point, fitted on a (or several) mast(s) in galvanized steel or stainless steel 2 meters above any other elements.

Saint-Elme® lightning conductor

• From the lightning conductor, run one or several down conductors in tined copper tape 30*2 mm fixed in three points per meter.

Staff

Conductor coupling

• Two down conductors:

First elevation rod

→ For simple rod: route of the conductor > 35 m • Height of the building > 28 m • Height chimneys or churches > 40 m

Tin-plated copper conductor 30 x 2 mm

3.80 m

→ For ESE Lightning conductor:

Control junction

• Horizontal route > vertical route

3 stainless steel fixing clips

• If there are several lightning conductors on the structure, they are connected together, but should not be connected if the connection must clear an obstacle (wall, fire break, parapet wall) with a positive or negative level difference in excess of 1.50 m.

Second elevation rod 5.60 m

• The copper down conductors are made of tapes, braids, or round with minimum section of 50 mm2.

2m

Stainless steel conductor clamp

Protective tube length 2 m

• At the bottom of the down conductor there must be installed a control junction and a 2 meters mechanical protective tube. • The exterior metal grounds are connected in equipotential configuration to the lightning conductor circuit according to the safety distances of the NFC 17-100 which also advises the distances to maintain between the down conductors.

Third elevation rod

0.40 m

7.40 m

• If a discharge counter is required, it is installed above the control junction.

Lateral sealing to 4.15 m, 2 brackets; above, 3 brackets

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Practical Guide Systems of protection Principles of installation and earthing systems • Route of the down conductor: → As direct as possible → As short as possible → Avoiding sudden right-angle bends → Avoiding upward sections

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40 cm Maxi

• Avoid the contour of a parapet wall. If it is not possible then: No danger of electric breakdown if d > l / 20 d = length of the loop l = width of the loop • A vertical section of 40 cm maximum is allowed for crossing of a parapet wall with a slope lower or equal to 45°.

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d • You can use certain metallic elements of the structure to act as the down conductor if they correspond to the standards NF C 17-100 and NF C 17-102 standards.

• For the diverting of down conductors, bends formed edgewise should preferably be used.

l • When there is a presence of a radio broadcasting receiver antenna, and in compliance to the NFC 90-120 standard, the antenna support mast should be connected through a surge protection device or a spark gap to the down conductors of the installation.

d

• The safety distance is defined in the NF C 17-102 and NF C 17-100 standards with the formula: S(m) = n*(ki / km) * l n: coefficient governed by the number of down conductors interconnected ki: depends on the level of protection km: depends on the material between the two extremities of the loop l: vertical distance between the point where the proximity is taken into account and the earthing system of the mass or equipotential junction.

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• In case of churches equipped with 2 down conductors, if a non metallic cross or a statue is situated at the extremity of the nave, this will be equipped with a capture point.

• In case of open areas, the ESE Lightning conductor will be installed on lightning masts, towers, or other existing structures.

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Practical Guide Systems of protection Principles of installation and earthing systems Earthing systems installation Triangulated rods earthing system

→ a resistance less than or equal to 10 ohms.

Ground 0.60 m

• The earthing system should have:

2m

→ If this value cannot be reached, the earthing system should contain a minimum of 100 m of buried electrode, and knowing that the length of each vertical or horizontal element should not exceed 20 m.

60°

60° Wall

2m 1m

• An exterior loop earthing system should be buried at least 0.5 meters below the ground and at least 1 m from the walls.

Earthing rod, 1.5 to 2 m ht

Crow's-foot earthing system Ground

0.60 m

• The earthing system value must be measured by conventional means on the insulated earthing system from all conductor elements. 8m 8m

• The lightning conductor’s earthing system is connected in equipotential configuration either directly to the buried ground circuit or via a bar left free at the bottom of the down conductor.

45° 45°

Wall

1m

8m

• There are several types of earthing systems which depend mainly on the environment in which they will be installed:

Improved crow's-foot earthing system

→ Triangulated rods earthing system: it is one of the two earthing systems described in the standard, and uses less flat conductor. → Crow’s foot earthing system: this is the second earthing system described in the standard, it occupies a greater surface area because its 3 horizontal conductors each measures 8 m.

0.60 m

Ground

8m 45°

8m

→ Improved crow’s foot earthing system: the vertical components make it possible to find ground of different natures to reduce the resistance.

45°

Wall 1m

8m

→ In-line earthing system: this system is used in conditions where there is a restriction in the area available.

Ground

In-line earthing system

0.60 m

• An earth pit must be installed to disconnect easily the excavation from the earthing system to measure it.

2m

• The interconnections of the conductors between each other are made by clamping with elements of the same material, with riveting, by welding or brazing.

Wall

2m 1m

Checking of the installations • The checking of one installation must be done according to the level of protection (every 2 years for level I and every 4 years for level IV).

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Level of protection

Normal periodicity

Normal periodicity

I

2 years

1 year

II

3 years

2 years

III

3 years

2 years

IV

4 years

3 years

Practical Guide Systems of protection Overvoltage protections The indirect effects of the lightning are numerous. For this reason we have to protect all the electrical, electronic and computer elements. That is why all the products of protection against overvoltages were created.

The different protections against overvoltages There are 3 main families of protection: - Energy networks protections: • Protect all the electrical material against the overvoltages from the energy network. • Divided in class according to the protection required. • Protections installed in parallel. • Protections equipped with varistors and spark gaps. - VLV protections: • Divided in class to the protection required. • Exist for all types of VLV network or transmission. • In series on the installation. • Equipped with transil diodes and tripolar spark gaps. - Coaxial protections: • Existing products for specific applications (GSM, TV, UHF systems…). • Bi-directional products equipped with passive components. • Installed in series on the incoming line near to the equipment.

Choice of the surge protective devices Common rules valid for all ranges in order to ensure the safety of the people and the working of the products under best conditions: → The choice of the Up level of protection depends on the electric sensitivity and also on the existence or not of an ESE Lightning conductor on the building. → For Telecom and coaxial protections, it is necessary to take more into account the Up level of protection, the frequency of operation (Band-width), the attenuation and the voltage of the communication network. → The choice of the surge protective device will be facilitated by the markings made compulsory by IEC 61-643 standard. → The end of life of the surge protective devices needs to be studied in order to ensure the good working of the material (requiring additional disconnecting elements for energy networks surge protective devices).

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Practical Guide Protection systems Overvoltage protections

EF EF 20 20

EF 20

Connection equipment - The cables should run separate from other conductors, and the earthing system should have the shortest possible route to the equipotentiality bar or the body of the cabinet. - The path of the conductors needs to be optimized, paying attention to the fact that the input wires on the surge protective device be distinct from those of the output. - The output protected by an overvoltage arrester must be taken to the same terminals, on the surge protective device and breaking device installed for end of life protection. - The total length of the connections, breaking device and protection device must not exceed 50 cm.

Earthing system - Any separate ground connection. - If in an electric board or a cabinet, and if the link to the general ground is too long, an intermediate ground terminal box shall be installed. - One ground connection per building or per protected installation is required. - To optimize the installation, the resistance of this ground connection must be the lowest possible HF impedance. - A check should be made to ensure that there are no connections within the same building or electrical cabinet to separate ground connection distributions with remote equipotentiality devices. All these installation rules are valid for all protections.

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Practical Guide Systems of protection Principles of installation Energy network protection The choice of the surge protective devices to set up, depends on the behaviour of the electric material to protect. The characteristics of the surge protective devices were studied to protect al levels of an electric installation. There are 4 classes of shock voltages: 1.5 kV, 2.5 kV, 4 kV and 6 kV. Belong to a class depends on the electrical resistance to the material to the overvoltages.

Some important values: • Uc: the maximum voltage under continuous operating conditions. • Up: the residual voltage in kV transmitted by the equipment when these protection devices are kept to their nominal current. • In: the nominal discharge current. It is the peak value of a current in the 8/20 µ wave form, flowing in the overvoltage arrester. • Iimp: Maximum discharge current in wave 10/350. • Un: the nominal operating voltage. It characterizes the simple voltage between phase and neutral. • Imax: discharge current that the overvoltage arrester can withstand once.

Rules of installation - The surge protective device will be inserted in parallel the shortest possible path on the power supply concerned. - In complement of the integrated thermal disconnection, a protection against the short-circuit at the end of life will be installed, upstream of the connection of the surge protective device. The diagram of connection will be given, according to whether the priority is given to the continuity of service or that of protection. - It is possible to obtain at the same time the continuity of service and the continuity of protection, thanks to the use of several identical surge protective devices, assembled in parallel, and equipped each one with a deconnector. - In partnership with the modular surge protective devices, one will choose either of the fuses or of the circuit breaker. This insertion must hold account of the number of poles to protect and the current from possible short-circuit at the point considered. It is obligatory to carry out a protection with surge protective device of the type I in the case or the structure would have a lightning conductor. The section of conductor obligatory for the surge protective devices type 1 is 10 mm2 and 4 mm2 for types 2 and 3.

F1

RCD

L1 L2 L3 N PE

I d1

F1, F2: fuses or circuit breaker

F2 M

d2 E SPD d3

5a

5b

SPD: surge protective device TT Earthing system: RCD obligatory upstream of the surge protective devices type "C1" BP: main terminal of earthing Total length d1+d2+d3 the shortest possible (< 50 cm recommended)

BP

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Practical Guide Systems of protection Principles of installation Rules of installation for TELECOM protections - These protections are installed in series at the entrance of the installation, on the customer side of the network termination. For maximum protection they are placed close to the equipment if the equipment is located far from the network termination (30 m or more). - The connection to the earthing system is compulsory to ensure proper operation of the protection.

Input 1a Output 1a

- Respect the incoming/outgoing wiring direction. - Do not connect in parallel incoming and outgoing lines.

Input 1b

Input 2a

Input 2b

Output 1b Output 2a

EQUIPMENT

Output 2b

- Check proper wiring of the earthing system. - The earth conductor is connected with the main earth of the installation according to the rule of the shortest possible path. - It is recommended to have spare protection units to be able to quickly replace any faulty ones. - Products shall never be opened in order to avoid any destruction or failure and to keep the warranty running.

Input

Rules of installation for coaxial protections - This type of protection is installed in series on the coaxial line located nearby to the equipment to be protected. - It can either be mounted on the equipment itself or outdoors and also in a penetration mode. - The connection to the network will be direct with connectors of the product. - Spark gap based coaxial protectors are connected to the earthing system by spade terminals for conductor from 2.5 to 6 mm2 and the quarter wave type protectors by spade terminal from 6 to 25 mm2. - Some models of coaxstops are provided with a cross-partition mounting (IEMN models). - Check that the rated voltage and maximum power of the protection is coherent with the network. - The end of life of a protection is reported as the loss of the signal or as a communication interruption. - Products shall never be opened in order to avoid any destruction or failure and to keep the warranty running.

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Output

EQUIPMENT

Practical Guide Protection by ESE Lightning conductor and energy network AFV 0907 CF

AFB 1062 2D

see page 46

see page 42

AFB 1060 2D see page 42

AFZ 0514 PD see page 48

AFK 0080 BC

AFY 7600 EA

see page 59

see page 62

AFH 8041 PC see page 54

ASS 1114 D1 see page 67

ASS 4212 A2 see page 68

AFK 0419 PT see page 60

AFK 0020 RP

AFK 8000RV

see page 60

see page 59

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Practical Guide Protection by meshed cage and Telecom network

AFE 0050 PC see page 50

AFH 6032 BM see page 53

AFJ 0812 RE see page 56

AFF 0836 PC see page 50

ASX 5001 CO see page 92

AST 7403 CC see page 86

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AST 4001 CC

AFH 6414 AC

see page 88

see page 55

Practical Guide Protection of the transmissions

AFB 1062 2D see page 42

AY7 9161 BO see page 100

AST 4001 CC see page 88

ASX 5005 CO see page 91

AFH 1057 CS see page 54

AFK 0901 GT

ASS 1106 C1

see page 59

see page 67

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Practical Guide Protection of a church

AFB 1006 SE

AFH 0030 AM

see page 43

see page 53

AFM 6422 AF see page 55

AFG 0030 CC see page 52

ASS 4212 A2 see page 68

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AFJ 0819 RL

ASS 1114 D1

AFH 2030 CM AFH 8030 CC

see page 56

see page 67

see page 53

Franklin France, the know- how at your disposal

The control of the Lightning Phenomenon

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Lightning, our job Franklin France and the standardization Franklin France on the top In situ tests

The approved C3F®® training centre

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The training for the Lightning phenomenon and its protection Programmes and aims

Franklin Assistance®® Services

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Engineering and installations • Studies, advices and audits • Installations Control, maintenance and safety • Efficiency and reliability of a Lightning installation • Control and maintenance of the installations • Removal of radioactive lightning conductors and measures of contamination

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Franklin France, the expertise at your service The control of the Lightning Phenomenon Research & Development Lightning, our job Founded in 1980, Franklin France company has built its reputation on a global approach to the Lightning phenomenon. With its know-how, it has acquired a position of leader and specialist in the Lightning protection field. Franklin France invests every year more than 5% of its turnover in Research and Development to stay at the top of the technology. Specialized in physics of atmospheric discharge, its teams have inside the company and inside the Sicame group extensive means of conception, testing and simulation such as lightning shock generators, climatic chambers, vibration and traction test benches…

Franklin France and the standardization Franklin France works in cooperation with the research laboratories of the principal French administrations from whom it has obtained licenses. The products benefit then by the conformity to the main national and international standards (NF, BS, VDE, UL, EN, IEC…). Within the drafting of the french and international standards, Franklin France teams take part in order to define the main objectives and participate in the numerous working groups of the main standardization organisms such as the GIMELEC (Grouping of the Industries of the Electrical Equipment), UTE (Technical Union of Electricity), the CENELEC (European Committee of Standardization of the Electro technical industries). Franklin France also takes part in the Technical Committee of the American Association of Prevention Against Fires (NFPA).

Franklin France on the top Creating the surveillance network "Meteorage" in 1986, for a long time, Franklin France has acquired the image of a pioneer in the field. Numerous collaborations take place with research organizations to improve the products and the knowledge of the Lightning phenomenon. Fundamental research is conducted in partnership with the laboratories of the Central School of Lyon in France. Such partnerships, especially with the CEA (Commissariat at the Atomic Energy), allowed the company to obtain numerous First Prizes for technological Innovation, especially for the "Saint-Elme® lightning conductor development" and "Coaxstop®". Strong in its know-how, the company opens today the way to a new generation of ® lightning conductors: the "Saint-Elme Active " Lightning conductor. This lightning conductor has a double device, an impulse device and a power device, collecting the solar and wind energies, this re-affirms the position of leader and pioneer as Franklin France.

In situ tests Franklin France has thousands of lightning conductors installed all over the world which protect perfectly. Franklin France introduced on pilot sites in areas of high lightning strikes (in Asia and Latin America) supervision stations to carry out successful tests in real life conditions. The main aims of these studies are • To do comparative measures with theoretical protection devices, • Measure the performances of the actual devices and to make them more powerful and introduce new concepts, • Increase the simulation tools and the protection models to achieve accurate reference points.

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Franklin France, the expertise at your service The approved C3F® training Centre Become an expert in Lightning protection Training for the Lightning phenomenon and its protection For Franklin France, the Global Approach includes training as well as the sharing of its expertise. In order to answer your requests, the Company has created several years ago an approved C3F® training Centre integrated into its ISO 9001 version 2000 quality system. An elaborate programme of training is proposed in several languages (French, English, Spanish, other languages on request) allowing you to become the experts of the Lightning protection and phenomenon. Run by the teams of Franklin Assistance® in the offices of the company and complimented with a visit in the workshops and production. This training can also take place in your offices. Composed of modules, the main aims of this training are: • the Lightning phenomenon, • The global Approach to Lightning protection and its effects induced (the overvoltages), • The analysis of the risk and the software for calculating "Lightning Risk®", • Regulations and standard practice, • Installation and design specification, • Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC), • Examples of practical cases.

Programmes and aims Modules

Training Topics

Targets

Recommended for

Required knowledge

DE1

The lightning risk

To present the lightning phenomenon. To explain the regular and standard prescriptions concerning lightning protection against direct impacts to quote the protection equipments.

Engineers Installators Architects

General Industry & construction knowledge

DE2

Overvoltage

To explain the needs and functioning of overvoltage protections following the standards. To determinate an efficient protection.

Engineers Technicians

Knowledge in Electrotechnics and Electronics

DE3

Lightning overvoltage Case studies (DE1/DE2/cases)

Regrouping DE1 and DE2 with practical cases studies.

Engineers Technicians Maintenance manager Security manager

Knowledge in Electrotechnics and Electronics

DE4

Electromagnetic compatibilty EMC

To present the Electromagnetic. Compatibility risks and to inform about protection means.

Engineers Technicians

Knowledge in Electrotechnics and Electronics

DE5

Removal of radioactive lightning conductor

Information about radioactive risks. Presentation of the differents radioactive ligthning conductors and the removal settlement.

Installators Maintenance manager Security manager

No particular knowledge required

DE6

Information on Lightning risks

To inform about lightning protection following regulation in force.

Engineers - Technicians Architects - Installators Maintenance manager Security manager

No particular knowledge required

Other training sessions upon request: contact us.

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Franklin France, the expertise at your service Franklin Assistance® Services Engineering and installations Based on the expertise of the teams of Franklin Assistance®, Franklin France is capable of leading all your projects of lightning protection from the creation of plans until their final realization. All work follows the code of practice of the trade and standards are fully respected.

Studies, advices and audits Franklin Assistance® is listening to you to: • answer all your technical requests and advise you, • inform you on the effects and risks linked to Lightning and regulations and obligations, • analyze and determinate the level of risk of your installations with "the Lightning Risk®" software, • realize the studies and plans of projects of Lightning and overvoltage protection, • propose you systems of protection adapted to your needs and at lowest cost, • answer your schedule of conditions. Its teams can move on sites to: • collect the necessary information to realize the risk study, • realize, finalize or refine a study, • to target with more precision, the risk of an installation, • inspect your installation and do a complete audit, • analyze and determinate the origin of a problem and the corrective actions to take. To be of most benefit to you, Franklin Assistance® has developed specific computer software which it holds at your disposal. Based on our long "know-how", this software applies the actions and obligations of Lightning (NF C 17-100, NF C 17-102, IEC 61024…) and overvoltage standards (EN 61643-11, EN 61643-21, UTE C 15-443…). In simple terms the "Lightning Risk" software will allow you to realize all your Engineering studies.

Installations Credo of the Franklin France company, the Global Approach finds its real significance in the particular attention given to the installation of the protection systems. Indeed, a correct protection, efficient and reliable can be done only if the installation is realized in total conformity with the "design rules" and the standard regulations. To be of the most use to you, Franklin Assistance® teams are specialized for several years in the installation of protection systems. Only one team manages the totality of your projects, from the studies until the final handover of the installation. Carried out with products manufactured by the company, this constitutes your the best guarantee of an effective and durable total protection.

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Franklin France, the expertise at your service Franklin Assistance® Services Controls, maintenance and safety Efficiency and reliability of a Lightning installation The efficiency and reliability of a global system of protection is based on the use of quality products working correctly and: • a correct installation of the protection system in compliance with the standards, • regular checking especially after a storm. Approved to come to the sites, Franklin Assistance® teams are available for: • checking the condition of your installations, • doing a complete audit and maintenance operation, • suggesting possibilities of improvements, • specifying modifications required for achieving safety standards or a achieving conformity in your installations. In the case of problem, an expert report will be opened by the quality Department of Franklin France.

Control and maintenance of the installations The maintenance and check operations of a Lightning installation are specified by NF C 17-100 and NF C 17-102 standards and electrical standard NF C 15-100. They consist in checking: • the state, the nature and the section of the down conductors, • the running, the performance and the electric continuity of these same conductors, • the mechanical fixings of the different elements of the installation, in particular those which insure the electric interconnections, • conform to the rules and safety checking intervals, • the values of the resistances of the earthing systems, • the presence and the state of the different elements assuring the equipotential connection to the earthing systems, • the mechanical fixings of the connection conductors of the surge protection devices to the networks and earthing systems. Whatever the application and the type of network, the surge protection devices do not need any maintenance. Only the surge protection devices for energy networks and the "Saint-Elme Active " lightning conductors must be checked at regular intervals, these operations are limited to check, its operating state and the protection devices associated to the surge protection devices (fuses or circuit breakers), the correct operating of the remote systems.

Removal of radioactive lightning conductor and measures of contamination According to the decree of 11/10/83 which forbids the manufacture and trade of radioactive lightning conductors, Franklin France proposes that you dispose of the radioactive lightning conductors and to ensure their recycling by ANDRA (National agency for the management of the radioactive scraps). The teams of Franklin Assistance® are qualified to do this disposal, its collection and storage, in compliance with safety procedures required. It is also at your disposal for the teams to measure contamination of sites and to advice or inform you. Ordering code

Designation

FP1

Container 3 radioactive heads

FP2

Container 5 radioactive heads

FP5

Container 1 radioactive head

PC1

Take in charge 3 radioactive heads

PC2

Take in charge 5 radioactive heads

PC5

Take in charge 1 radioactive head

Radiam

Rental machine of measure of decontamination

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Elysee Palace

National Library, Garnier and Bastille Operas, Senate house, CDG Airport, Hospitals and Universities, Paris

Port Nuclear

Central Fire-men, Customs, penitentiary centres

Castle,

regional aid centre

Versailles

DCN

EDF Insurances MMA

Airport

Castle of

Gendarmerie School Chambord CEA GDF Rhodia

GEC Alstom

IFP, Opéra Haras

Hippodrome, Longchamp

SNPE

Snecma

Butagaz, production site, Aubigny-sur-Nère

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GDF

Military engineer

Shell, port, Airport

Cathedral, Rodez

Airport

Nice, Airport

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US Radars Air Force

Bouygues

Reuter, GSM networks, Fedex Europe

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Minist. of the Defence,

Airport, Coca-Cola

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Alstom

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Franklin France, the expertise at your service Prestigious references In the world But also: • International Airport in Jakarta • Airports of Mulhouse, Montpellier, La Baule, Marseille (France)… • Autonomous Ports, Le Havre and Marseille (France) • Motorways of South of France • GSM SFR France network, Algeria Telecom, Ericsson • Azteca Television (Mexico) • Telecommunications lines TDA (Algeria) • Command of land (Algeria) • Air base 110 (France) • Munitions storage • Ministry of Defence (France) • Police stations of Le Mans and Rochefort (France) • Ministry of the National Defence (Algeria) • Intervention and assistance centre of la Marne (France) • Penitentiary Centre of Château- Thierry (France) • DCN Brest Pyrotechnic Centre (France) • Transmission centre of the customs (France) • Eleme Refinery (Nigeria) • "Etang de Berre" Refinery - SHELL (France) • Storage zones (Mexico) And perhaps soon your site…

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Lightning Products

Lightning conductors

40

Lightning counter

46

Elevation rods and fixings

47

Meshed cage protection

50

Conductors and fixings

52

Earthings

59

Equipotentiality

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Lightning Products Early Streamer Emission lightning conductors Protection offered by Early Streamer Emission lightning conductors (NF C 17-102) The ability to favour excitation at lower values of the electrostatic field (hence earlier) enhances the "capture probability" of lightning conductors. This capacity gives them greater efficiency in the role of "preferential capture points" compared to any other point of the building they protect. Therefore, these lightning conductors offer superior guarantees during low intensity discharges (2 to 5 kA) compared with simple rod type lightning conductors, which can only intercept them over short distances. The zones of protection of lightning conductors are obtained theoretically by plotting the electro-geomatric model, but are in practice, for low heights, comparable to a cone of revolution whose excitation is the tip of the lightning conductor. French Standard NF C 17-100 describes the calculation method applicable to Franklin and meshed cages rods. French Standard NF C 17-102, deals with Early Streamer Emission (ESE) lightning conductors and takes into account the levels of protection Np depending on: • the excitation advance • the level of protection Np according to the degree of severity (I to III) determinated previously by an assessment of the lightning risk, done with the calculus "Lightning Risk®" software developed by FRANKLIN FRANCE in compliance with the standard. • The excitation distance D considered according to the level of protection required D (I) = 20 m, D (II) = 45 m, D (III) = 60 m. The table below gives the Rp (m) values for the three levels of protection Np depending on the actual height h (m) of the lightning conductor in relation to the different planes considered.

Rp (m) h (m)

Np

I

T = 15 µs II

III

I

T = 30 µs II

III

I

III

I

T = 60 µs II

III

2

13

18

29

19

25

28

25

32

36

31

39

4

25

36

41

38

51

57

51

65

72

63

78

85

6

32

46

52

48

64

72

63

81

90

79

97

107

43

8

33

47

54

49

65

73

64

82

91

79

98

108

10

34

49

56

49

66

75

64

83

92

79

99

109

20

35

55

63

50

71

81

65

86

97

80

102

113

30

35

58

69

50

73

85

65

89

101

80

104

116

60

35

60

75

50

75

90

65

90

105

80

105

120

(*) In compliance with the NF C 17-102 standard, and if the lightning constitutes a risk for the environment (C5 = 10) a coefficient of security of 40% is applied in France on the radii of protection, concerning the sites classified for the protection of the environment (ICPE, decree of the 28/01/93, JO 26/02/93 p3035), it means silos (Decree of the 15/06/00 JO 19/07/00 p 11092), nuclear installations (INB, Decree of the 31/12/99 JO 15/02/00 p 2263).

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T = 45 µs II

H (m)

15 µs

30 µs

45 µs

60 µs

2

7

11

15

19

4

15

23

31

38

6

19

29

38

48

8

20

29

39

48

10

20

29

39

48

20

20

29

39

48

30

20

29

39

48

60

20

29

39

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Lightning Products Early Streamer Emission lightning conductors Principle & operating A first device, named "impulse device" stores the electrostatic energy present in the atmosphere at the approach of a stormy cloud and releases the excitation of the ascending discharge at the right time. A second device, named "power device", collects and stores the wind and / or the solar energy in several strong power capacitors. The Saint-Elme lightning conductor is in this way permanently pre-loaded of an important energy which enables him to support the propagation of the ascendant tracer. Close to the storm activity, an integrated sensor measuring the surrounding electric field value, releases the impulse device like most of usual Early Streamer Emission systems. Those lightning conductors almost immediately reverse the polarity of their head, creating a sudden amplification of the electrical field. ®

The innovation of "Saint-Elme Active " Lightning conductor comes from the use of a second integrated sensor which measures the intensity of the electric discharge current, which is formed on the lightning conductor’s head. When the downward leader enters in the protection area of the lightning conductor, the measured current strongly increases. As soon as this current is higher than the characteristic threshold, the power capacitors discharge and release the necessary energy for the propagation of the leader. In this last device, the lightning conductor’s head acts as a capture device. Therefore, the head is electrically insulated from the ground.

®

Caracteristics of the Saint-Elme Active lightning conductor • Take in account the energetic information to choose the tracer which can become an ascending tracer. • Maintain the propagation of the tracer by discharge of the power device. • Source of energy autonomous and clean - Solar (2) or wind (1) energy for the "power device" - Atmospheric electrical field for the "impulse device" (3). • Consider the cloud polarity. • Radius of curve of the head optimize to reduce the corona effect and guarantee the excitation device. • Protection of the electrical part against the rain with a dimensioned flange (4). • High quality materials, esthetical. • Use of stainless steel to resist against corrosion.

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Lightning Products Early Streamer Emission lightning conductors Test ®

The Saint-Elme Active lightning conductor was tested in the high voltage laboratory Bazet (CEB) in compliance with the NFC 17-102 standard and is subject of tests campaign in situ. ®

lightning conductor’s exitation advance device has been determinated comparing to a rod of reference The Saint-Elme Active obtained in short-circuiting the double device of this lightning conductor.

Range of product ®

Pattern

Dimensions

range

Saint-Elme Active

Solar

Wind + solar

Counter*

SE 2D 30

t (µs) 30

AFB 1030 2D

AFB 1032 2D

Not included

SE 2D 60

60

AFB 1060 2D

AFB 1062 2D

Not included

SE 2D 30

30

AFB 1730 2D

AFB 1732 2D

Included

SE 2D 60

60

AFB 1760 2D

AFB 1762 2D

Included

* Counter.

Packaging Complete lightning conductor conditionned in carton box. - Weight: 7 kg - Dimensions: 800 x 200 x 240 mm

®

Saint-Elme Active

lightning conductor remote control tester

AFV 0100 TT ®

The Saint-Elme Active lightning conductor can be tested on site, with its remote control tester (initial checking, periodic checking in compliance with NFC 17-102 and decrees in force, maintenance, …). Simple and fast, the test does not require any particular operation of dismounting of the lightning conductor and can be done safety from the ground.

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Lightning Products Early Streamer Emission lightning conductors Saint-Elme®, lightning conductors The operating principle of the Saint-Elme® lightning conductor is to create free charges (ionized particles and electrons) in the air surrounding the lightning conductor and to create, within a cloud – ground electric field, a channel of high relative conductivity constituting a preferential path for lightning. Free charges are created by the corona effect by applying on the Saint-Elme® lightning conductor’s ionized point(s) the voltage supplied by cells of piezo – electric ceramics (lead zirco – titanate), their feature is to produce a very high voltage by simply modifying the applied pressure. The Saint-Elme® lightning conductor is therefore equipped with a mechanical device that transforms the stress resulting from the wind action on the lightning conductor into a pressure stress on the piezo – electric cells. The voltage therefore produced is applied, through the high voltage cable that runs inside the lightning conductor’s support pole, on the ionized point(s) to create, by corona effect, free charges. Then, these charges are expulsed, by the Venturi system, from the lightning conductor’s head, profiled on purpose. The Saint-Elme® lightning conductor is designed for the protection of a site (building, manufacture, monument, open areas…) against the direct impact of lightning on important radii of protection. Type

-

Model Counter

Church

2 m stainless steel 1.5 m polished copper t (µs)

Without

With

Historical monument

Aladin

2 m polished copper

2.4 m chromium copper

Without

With

Without

Without

With

SE6

15

AFB1006SE AFB1706SE

AFB3006SE

AFB3706SE

AFB0016SE

AFB4006SE

AFB4706SE

SE9

30

AFB1009SE AFB1709SE

AFB3009SE

AFB3709SE

AFB0019SE

AFB4009SE

AFB4709SE

SE12

45

AFB1012SE AFB1712SE

-

-

AFB0112SE

-

-

SE15

60

AFB1015SE AFB1715SE

AFB3015SE

-

AFB0115SE

-

-

Refer page 46 for the discharge counter AFV0907CF and its characteristics.

Saint-Elme® Polished copper AFB0019SE

Aladin Chromium plated copper AFB4009SE

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Lightning Products Lightning rods NF C 17-100

AFA 0001 PF

Simple lightning rod "Franklin" type Franklin lightning conductors, which are tappered, have a perfectly slender and attractive point. They exist in nickel/chromium-plated copper and stainless steel versions. They have a standard length of 2.4 m and can be extended by the addition of treated steel or stainless steel elevation rods. These systems do not require guying and can be up to 7 or 8 m long. The tip of Franklin lightning conductors features a solid point of marine bronze or stainless steel.

Ref.

Designation

Type of point

Total height (m)

Base o.d. (mm)

Weight (kg)

Elevatlon rods number

AFA 0001 PF

Franklin lightning rod

Nickel copper

2.40

30

3.71

-

AFA 0002 PF

Franklin lightning rod

Chromium-plated

4.15

33

8.04

1

AFA 0003 PF

Franklin lightning rod

Galvanized steel

5.90

36

12.57

2

AFA 0004 PF

Franklin lightning rod

Treated steel

7.65

49

18.40

3

AFA 1001 PF

Franklin lightning rod

Stainless steel

2.40

30

3.41

-

AFA 1002 PF

Franklin lightning rod

Stainless steel

4.15

34

7.39

1

AFA 1003 PF

Franklin lightning rod

Stainless steel

5.90

42

12.41

2

AFA 1004 PF

Franklin lightning rod

Stainless steel

7.65

48

17.99

3

AFA 0100 PF

Multi-point

Chrome plated bronze

-

-

0.35

-

"Industrial stack" model This model is only available in stainless steel. The points are bent to keep them out of fumes and corrosive vapours. They are generally used in quantities of two or more, depending on the diameter of the stack.

Ref.

Designation

Type

Height (m)

Straight section (m)

Bend a°

Base o.d.

Weight (kg)

AFA 1005 PF

Franklin lightning "Industrial stack"

Stainless steel

1

0.30

30°

M10

0.67

AFA 1006 PF

Franklin lightning "Industrial stack"

Stainless steel

2.40

0.80

30°

30

3.41

Radii of protection Not applicable beyond values marked x. Only the fictive sphere and mesh methods are applicable in this case. h is the height of the device above the volume to be protected. "a" is the hall-angle of the vertex of the cone of revolution, defining the radius of protection. Protection levels I, Il, III, and IV are defined by the NF C 17-100 standard.

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AFA 1006 PF

AFJ 3100 SE fixing clip

Lightning Products Lightning conductors kits Franklin France’s lightning conductors kits and earthings kits have been implemented in order to offer an easy and complete direct lightning protection. 1

ESE Kit 38 m radius of protection - Level II

Composed of: - 1 Saint-Elme SE 9 lightning conductor - 1 elevation rod n°1 in galvanized steel with 2 clamping collars for down conductor - 2 galvanized steel offset brackets length 220 mm - 40 clips for 30 mm flat conductor support - 10 slate slides for tiles - 1 flat - flat cross coupling - 15 m flat 30 x 2 mm tinned copper tape - 1 set of screws for installation - 1 surge divester with fixing accessories Reference AFP 0010 SE

1

2

Weight: 22 kg

2

Simple Rod Kit 8.2 m radius of protection - Level II

Composed of: - 1 Franklin rod - 1 elevation rod n°1 in galvanized steel with 2 clamping collars for down conductor - 2 galvanized steel offset brackets length 220 mm - 40 support fixings for flat conductor 30 mm - 10 slate slides for tiles - 1 flat - flat coupling - 15 m 30 x 2 mm tinned copper tape - 1 set of screws for installation - 1 surge divester with fixing accessories Reference AFP 0011 PF

3

Weight: 17 kg

3

Earthing Kit

AGN 7730 AT

Composed of: - 1 control junction - 1 galvanized steel protective tube for flat conductor 30 mm with 2 fixing collars - 3 copper earthing rods 1.50 Ø 16 mm - 3 earth rod to tape clamps - 10 m 30 x 2 tinned copper tape Reference AFP 0012 PT

Weight: 12 kg

4 4

Vane Kit Arrow vane kit adaptable on lightning conductor kits. Reference AGN 7730 AT

Weight: 2.3 kg

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Lightning Products Lightning counter Impact controller 1 kA to 100 kA Conformity tests carried by LCIE Complies with UTE C 17-106/2001 Description The impact controller or lightning counter is designed for detecting and counting lightning strikes received by the structures equipped with lightning conductors. It is fitted in general to a down conductor. The information received by the controller can be used for specific maintenance of the equipment. It is totally autonomous and does not require any external power supply. It is delivered with 2 collars AFJ0819RL. Counter compulsory for protected sites (Decree of the 28 of January of 1993), recommended for Expertise purposes and Insurance Companies.

Ordering code Counting range

AFV 0907 CF 00 to 99

Counter threshold IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 (Minimal discharge current detected)

1 kA in 8/20 wave (no detection below 150 A)

Maximum discharge current detected in compliance with IEC 60-1 and 1180-1

100 kA in 8/20 wave* (150 kA in 4/10 wave)

Permanent working current Terminal capacity Necessary circuit breaker Operating temperature range Protection index Dimensions Weight

AFV 0907 CF

Lightning conductor

None

Down conductor

Ø 8 mm (50 mm2) No - 30 °C / + 80 °C

Lightning counter

IP53 165 x 92 x 47 mm 430 g

* Value corresponding to the maximum discharge current available in the testing facility.

Installation NFC 17-102: installation at approximately 2 m from its base. Mounting in serial on the down conductor, on a compulsory path of the lightning current. Control junction

Meshed cages: installation recommended of a counter on each frontage, on the down conductors connecting to the highest points of the structure.

Protective tube Earthing system

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Lightning Products Elevation rods and fixings Franklin elevation rods for lightning rod conductors

AFC 2001 MR

Franklin elevation rods, consisting of 2 m elements, nest into each other, avoiding bolting and water infiltration, that can cause premature corrosion. These heavy-duty rods require no guying. They are delivered with conductor connecting clamps. "Standard" version: drawn seamless steel, galvanized. "Corrosive atmosphere" version: stainless steel. Overall Number Base Weight height of element o.d. (m) (mm) (kg)

Ref.

Designation

Type

AFC 2001 MR

Standard elevation rod Nr 1

2.00

1

33.0

4.29

AFC 2021 MR

Standard elevation rod Nr 2

2.00

1

36.0

4.57

AFC 2031 MR

Standard elevation rod Nr 3

2.00

1

49.0

5.83

AFC 2002 MR

Nr 1 + Nr 2

3.75

2

36.0

8.86

AFC 2003 MR

Nr 1 + Nr 2 + Nr 3

5.50

3

49.0

14.69

Galvanized steel

AFC 1001 MR

"Corrosive atmosphere" elevation rod Nr 1

2.00

1

33.7

3.98

AFC 1022 MR

"Corrosive atmosphere" elevation rod Nr 2

2.00

1

42.4

5.03

AFC 1023 MR

"Corrosive atmosphere" elevation rod Nr 3

2.00

1

48.3

5.58

AFC 1002 MR

Nr 1 + Nr 2

3.75

2

42.4

9.00

AFC 1003 MR

Nr 1 + Nr 2 + Nr 3

5.50

3

48.3

14.58

AFC 5001 MR

Bent support for St-Elme

1

1

33.7

8.13

Stainless steel 304 L

Guying kit: AFD 1050 KH Fixings for lightning rod conductors and elevation rods Support sockets for caulking or welding These sockets are designed to accomodate lightning conductor staffs or elevation rods by simple fitting. Like the elevation rods, they feature a hammered out section adjusted to 25 cm. They can be used as sockets for caulking in concrete cubes or can be welded to the structural steelwork.

Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimensions (mm)

Part for caulking (mm)

AFD 2200 FS

Caulking socket for lightning conductor

Galvanized steel

750

250

Concrete Weight cube (kg) (mm) 250

1.52

AFD 2200 FS

Vertical and carriage bolt holdfasts Drilling Weight Observations dimensions (mm) (kg)

Ref.

Designation

Type

AFD 2005 TC

Carriage bolt 0.2 m for lightning conductor

Galvanized steel

Ø 18

1.16

AFD 2006 TL

Carriage bolt 1 m for lightning conductor

"

"

6.54

AFD 2005 TC

For lightning conductor staff On wood and concrete structures

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Lightning Products Elevation rods and fixings Fixing brackets presented below are designed for lightning conductors installation such as: - 2 fixing brackets for lightning conductors installation only or equipped with an elevation rod, - 3 fixing brackets for lightning conductors installation with 2 or 3 elevation rods.

"Offset" fixing brackets AFZ 0414 PD

Fixing by stud gun, bolting, taping…

Ref.

Designation

Type

Passage Ø (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFZ 0414 PD

"offset" brackets 220 mm

Galvanized steel

10

1.44

AFZ 0514 PD

"offset" brackets 310 mm

"

"

1.68

AFZ 0815 PD

"offset" brackets 500 mm

"

"

6.77

AFZ 0614 PD

"offset" brackets 220 mm

Stainless steel

10

1.37

AFZ 0714 PD

"offset" brackets 310 mm

"

"

1.59

AFZ 0417 FC

Lateral fixing brackets For offset fixing of lightning conductor masts and elevation rod on towers, vertical pipes, metal frameworks. Ref.

Designation

Type

Passage Ø (mm)

Weight (kg)

30 to 50

1.82

AFZ 0412 SL

SL brackets

Galvanized steel

AFZ 0417 FC

Cross fixing

"

"

1.48

AFZ 0513 SL

SL brackets

"

30 to 114

2.27

AFZ 0412 SL

AFZ 0513 SL

Multi-purpose fixing brackets To be used when the wall does not allow deep caulking. Fixed by stud gun, pluf or taping. Used to fix 2F elevation rods. Locked in place by a clip. Ref.

Designation

Type

Diam.

AFZ 2802 FU

Multi-purpose fixing brackets

Galvanized steel

33 to 49 mm

Dimensions (mm) Weight (kg) 15 x 110 x 140

1.08

AFZ 2802 FU Lateral sealing brackets Ref.

Designation

Type

Clamping (m)

Weight (kg)

AFZ 2008 PS

Lateral sealing brackets 400 m

Galvanized steel

from 30 to 50

1.46

48

AFZ 2008 PS

Lightning Products Elevation rods and fixings Three-feet saddle

AFD 3200 FS

Three-feet saddle are designed for fixing the lightning conductors and elevation rods in terrace or on the ground. Made of galvanized steel, it can be used for every lightning conductors and elevation rods with a diameter of Ø 50 cm.

Ref.

Designation

Height (mm)

Drilling Ø (mm)

Distance between feet (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFD 3200 FS

Universal Three-feet

800

M 10 max.

385

6.00

Saddle Fixing of Saint-Elme® lightning conductors and 2.40 m Franklin rods only on towers and metal frameworks. Ref.

Designation

Type

Passage diameter

Weight (kg)

AFD 0411 EB

Threaded base

Treated steel

M 16

0.88

AFD 1411 EB

Threaded base

Stainless steel

M 16

0.87

Observations Mast delivered drilled

AFD 0411 EB

Taping Generally used to fix lightning conductors and their elevation rods to stacks, concrete masts, etc. Ref.

Designation

Type

Clamping Ø (m)

Weight (kg)

Observations

AFZ 2012 PS

Taping

Galvanized steel

25 to 60

0.9

For lightning conductor or elevation rod

AFD 2010 PS

Strip coil 40 mm

Galvanized steel

-

5

In 25 m rolls

AFD 2011 PS

Strip coil 40 mm

"

-

1

In 5 m rolls

AFZ 2012 PS

AFD 2010 PS Water deflecting cones Water deflecting cones: water deflecting cones are mainly used for vertical fixings of lightning conductors and their support masts on roofs. Two rubber* models are suitable for different passage diameters. Their reinforced aluminium alloy base, forming a plate, can be deformed to match different structural shapes while remaining water-proof. Possibility of fixing by sealed rivets. Ref.

Designation

Type

Passage diameter (mm)

Passage dimensions (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFD 5001 CE

Water deflecting cone

Rubber

6 to 60

Ø 120 x 80

0.07

AFD 5002 CE

Water deflecting cone

"

6 to 127

Ø 200 x 105

0.18

AFD 5001 CE

* (EPDM).

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Lightning Products Meshed cages NF C 17-100

AFE 0100 PC

Level of protection The mesh of a cage is defined according to the level of protection required. The highest points, the overstructures and the crossings are equipped with strike points. Level of protection (m)

Fictive sphere radius R (m)

Mesh size (m)

Space between down conductors (m)

I

20

5x5

10

II

30

10 x 10

15

III

45

15 x 15

20

IV

60

20 x 20

25

AFE 0050 PC

Strike points Franklin strike points are designed for use on industrial buildings, residential buildings and private homes. These points are easy to install, gently tapered and entirely conical, lightweight, rugged and attractive. They are available in several dimensions, in nickel/chromium plated copper and stainless steel. Their tips are fitted with a solid point of marine bronze or stainless steel. They are threaded at the base for fixing by stud gun, plug, bolting, on all materials. A fixing bracket, designed for flat and round conductors, is inserted at the fixing point, so that clamping guarantees perfect electrical continuity. An added advantage is the possibility of creating a cable path without taking account of the point positions. These can be determined subsequently, and points can be added or removed without any difficulty. Height (mm)

Base Dimensions

Weight (kg)

Nickel/chromium

500

M10

0.44

"

1000

M10

0.72

Stainless steel

500

M10

0.43

"

1000

M10

0.67

AFE 0051 PC

Strike point for cage multipoint

Nickel/chromium

500

M10

0.79

AFE 0101 PC

Strike point for cage multipoint

"

1000

M10

1.17

AFF 0501 PC

Extra fixing bracket for tape

Tin-plated copper

-

65 x 30 mm

0.07

AFF 0502 PC

Extra round fixing bracket for round cond.

"

-

-

0.05

Ref.

Designation

Type

AFE 0050 PC

Strike point

AFE 0100 PC

Strike point

AFE 1050 PC

Strike point

AFE 1100 PC

Strike point

AFF 0502 PC AFF 0501 PC

AFF 2025 PC

AFF 2030 PC

Fixings for strike points Threaded rods, carriage bolt mounts and expansion mounts are delivered with seal collars.

AFF 0836 PC Ref.

Designation

Type

Ø Depth

AFF 2025 PC

Threaded rod

Galvanized steel

M10

100

AFF 2026 PC

Carriage bolt mount

"

"

140

-

0.065

AFF 2030 PC

Expansion mount

Treated steel

"

85

Ø 12 x 60

0.045

AFF 0836 PC

Support angle

Treated brass

M10

50/50 x 30 x 5

-

0.12

AFF 0835 PC

Support plate

Treated steel

M10

65 x 65

-

0.430

50

Length (mm)

Drilling (mm)

Weight (kg)

-

0.080

AFF 0835 PC

Lightning Products Meshed cages Aerial mast adaptors

AFD 0416 AA

Fixing strike points to tubular masts such as aerial masts. Ref.

Designation

Type

AFD 0416 AA

Aerial adaptor

Stainless steel

Mast diameter (mm) Weight (kg) 46

0.90

Cement "point support" studs Cement "point support" studs: these studs, consisting of a black plastic envelope filled with cement, are used to fix strike points of meshed cages when waterproofing of the roof, terrace and acroteria must not be touched. Can be fixed by cement adhesive. Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimensions (mm)

Passage diameter

Weight (kg)

AFF 8036 PC

Cement "point support" stud

PVC + cement

140 x 140 x 80

M10

1.00

AFF 8036 PC

"Point support" bases The "Point support" bases can be used in certain cases. It can be used as collars fixings for strike points. Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimensions (mm)

Passage diameter

Weight (kg)

AFF 0503 PC

"Point support" base

Treated cupro-aluminium

53 x 53 x 14

M10

0.22

AFF 0503 PC

Fixing details for meshed cages AFF 0501 PC

AFJ 0811 RE

AFH 6413 AC

AFF 2030 PC

AFF 8040 PC

AFF 0835 PC

AFF 0501 PC

AFF 0503 PC

AFF 0501 PC

AFF 8036 PC

AFF 0501 PC

AFJ 0812 RE

AFF 0501 PC

AFF 2025 PC

AFF 0836 PC

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Lightning Products Conductors The conductors offered below are suitable for rod and mesh type lightning protection. In compliance with NF C 17-100 and 17-102 standards, flat conductors are preferable to round conductors, and copper is preferable to all others materials. Flat Conductors Dimensions Cross-section Weight (mm) (mm2) (kg/m)

Ref.

Designation

Type

AFG 0302 CP

Flat conductor (by 50 and 80 m)

Tin-plated copper

27 x 2

> 50

0.49

AFG 4303 CP

Aluminium flat conductor (by 100 m)

Aluminium

30 x 3

90

0.24

AFG 2333 CP

Tape 33.5 x 3 (by 50 m)

Galvanized steel

33.5 x 3

100

0.81

AFG 6303 CP

Flat conductor in PVC

Copper

30 x 3

> 50

0.25

AFG 1011 CP Stainless steel tape 30 x 2 (by 25 m)

Stainless steel

30 x 2

> 50

0.48

AFG 1012 CP Stainless steel tape 30 x 2 (by 50 m)

Stainless steel

30 x 2

> 50

0.48

AFG 0302 CP

Round conductors Dimensions Cross-section Weight (mm) (mm2) (kg/m)

Ref.

Designation

Type

AFG 0028 CR

Round conductor (by 80 m)

Bare copper

Ø8

> 50

0.44

AFG 0018 CR

Round conductor (by 25)

Bare copper

Ø8

> 50

0.44

AFG 0008 CR Copper round conductor (by 50 m) Annealed tin-plated

Ø8

> 50

0.44

AFG 2008 CR

Steel conductor round

Galvanized steel

Ø8

> 50

0.39

AFG 2018 CR

Stainless steel conductor

Stainless steel

Ø8

> 50

0.33

AFG 0008 BC

3 m bar

Bare copper

Ø8

> 50

1.35

AFG 0008 CR

Flexible braids For portable installations. Dimensions Cross-section Weight (mm) (mm2) (kg)

Ref.

Designation

Type

AFG 0303 CS

Multibraid conductor 50 mm2

Tin-plated copper

30 x 3

> 50

0.48

AFG 5038 CR

Multibraid conductor 50 mm2

Bare copper

Ø8

> 50

0.45

AFG 0025 CR

Multibraid conductor 25 mm2

Bare copper

Ø 5.6

25

0.23

AFG 0035 CS

Multibraid conductor 35 mm2

Tin-plated copper

Ø 6.7

35

0.32

AFG 0016 CS

Multibraid conductor 16 mm2

Tin-plated copper

Ø 4.5

16

0.15

AFG 0303 CS

Preformed elbows For flat conductors diverting. Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimensions (mm)

Length. x radius (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFG 0030 CC

Preformed elbow

Tin-plated copper

30 x 2

~ 70 x 30

0.27

Shunts

AFG 0030 CC AFG 0430 ST

Shunts are used to connect metal frames to down conductors. They are made of flexible tin-plated copper braid, and each end features a crimped eyelet. Available in various dimensions. Further details on request. Dimensions Cross-section Weight (mm) (mm2) (kg)

Ref.

Designation

Type

AFG 0130 ST

Flat flexible braid shunt 250 mm

Tin-plated copper

30 x 3

> 50

0.15

AFG 0230 ST

Flat flexible braid shunt 500 mm

" " "

" " "

> 50

0.25

> 50

0.38

> 50

0.51

AFG 0330 ST

Flat flexible braid shunt 750 mm

AFG 0430 ST

Flat flexible braid shunt 1000 mm

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AFG 0230 ST

Lightning Products Conductors fixings NF C 17-100 and NF C 17-102 standards. Three fixings per linear meter. Driving in hooks Fixing of flat conductors to masonry, concrete, brick walls etc. Use preferably with lead plugs. Ref.

Designation

Type

Length (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFH 1030 CM

Masonry driving in hook for 30 mm tape

Stainless steel

30

0.017

AFH 2030 CM

Masonry driving in hook for 30 mm tape

Zamak

30

0.014

AFH 2040 CM

Masonry driving in hook

Galvanized steel

40

0.018

AFH 8030 CC

Plug for driving in hook 30 mm

Lead

30

0.006

AFH 2030 CM

AFH 8030 CC

Staples AFH 0030 AM

To fix flat conductors on tile or slate roofs. Stem length (mm)

Weight (kg)

Ref.

Designation

Type

AFH 0030 AM

Flat clip-on tile

Tin-plated copper

200

0.040

AFH 0031 AM

"

"

100

0.026

AFH 0031 AM

Roof clips Roof clips: for fixing flat conductors on zinc shingles or roof, pop rivets on shingles and welding on metal roofs. Ref.

Designation

Type

Drilling hole (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFH 0030 BF

Clip for zinc roof

Tin-plated copper

-

0.006

AFH 0030 BF

"Mamouth" brackets To fix flat conductors on flat waterproof roof terraces. These brackets are attached by heat cementing. Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimensions (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFH 6032 BM

"Mamouth" bracket

Bituminized alu

200 x 40

0.032

AFH 6133 BM

"Mamouth" bracket

Bituminized alu

0.2 x 7 m roll

5.38

AFH 6032 BM

Collars Fixing of flat conductors on different support types. Delivered with wood screw in steel M7 x 40. Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimensions (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFH 7000 AC

Fixing collar for flat conductor

Brass

50 x 16

0.026

AFH 7000 AC

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Lightning Products Conductors fixings NFC 17-100 and NFC 17-102 Standards Three fixings per meter linear. Fixing for angle plates, towers and metal frameworks These fixings can be used to fasten flat and round conductors to angle type metal supports. Ref.

Designation

Type

AFH 2000 AC Frame clip for round conductor Ø 8 or 10 Galvanized steel

Fixing

Weight (kg)

Thickness 10 mm max.

0.105

AFH 2001 AC

Frame clip for flat conductor 30 x 2

Galvanized steel

Thickness 10 mm max.

0.105

AFH 6501 CL

Clips for round cond. Ø 8 on flat support

Plated steel

Thickness 7 to 11 mm max.

0.002

AFH 2000 AC AFH 2001 AC

Gutter passages Ref.

Designation

AFH 2002 PG

Gutter passage

Type

Conductor

Weight (kg)

Galvanized steel

Flat 30 mm and round Ø 10 mm max.

0.200

AFH 2002 PG

Clamping collars For clamping conductors around cylindrical elements such as tubes, tubular towers, masts etc. Stainless steel collars. Clamping by hexagon head screw or by gripper. Ref.

Designation

Type

Strip width (mm)

Ø clamping Max/Min (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFH 1051 CS

Clamping collar

Stainless steel

13

25 to 45

0.025

AFH 1052 CS

" "

" "

" "

35 to 52

0.026

AFH 1053 CS

47 to 67

0.030

AFH 1054 CS

"

"

62 to 82

0.032

AFH 1057 CS

Clamping collar INOX

" "

8

8 to 100

0.008

AFH 1051 CS

Expansion rivets Quick assembling, no particular tool necessary.

AFH 1057 CS

Designation

Type

Dimensions (mm)

Thickness (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFH 0075 RP

Alu. Pop rivet

Aluminium

Ø 4 x 12.5

10

0.002

AFH 3000 PR

Pop rivet clamp

-

-

-

0.420

AFH 0075 RN

Vulca alu disc

Aluminium

Ø 10 x 4.8

2

0.002

Ref.

Cement "conductor support" studs Similarly to the strike point supports, these studs consist of a black synthetic(1) envelope filled with cement. Their own weight makes cementing unnecessary. They are used when the roof waterproofing must not be touched. A groove is provided for the round conductor.

(1)

Ref.

Designation

Type

Height (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFH 8039 PC

Cement conductor support stud

PVC + cement

140 x 140 x 80 mm

1.00

AFH 8040 PC

Stant-off conductor support

PVC + cement

"

1.00

AFH 8041 PC

Cement conductor support stud

PVC

"

0.08

in polypropylene.

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AFH 8039 PC

AFH 8040 PC

Lightning Products Conductors fixings NFC 17-100 and NFC 17-102 Standards Three fixings per meter linear. Metal clips

AFH 6500 CL

Made in stainless steel, these clips are used to fix flat down conductors 30 x 2 or 30 x 3. Fixing with pop rivets or screws. Ref.

Designation

Observations

Weight (kg)

AFH 6500 CL

Tape clip for 30 x 2

Fixing hole diam Ø 4 mm

0.002

AFH 6502 CL

Tape clip for 30 x 3

Fixing hole diam Ø 4 mm

0.002

AFH 0075 RP

Alu pop rivet 4 x 12.5

Box of 100 units

0.100

AFH 6414 AC

AFH 6415 AC

"Cableway" clips These clips, made of inalterable synthetic material, are used to fix round and flat conductors to all materials. Fixing thread diameter 6 mm. The "pad" model is also used with expansion rivets and "pop" rivets. "Plug" model: plug diameter 8 mm. The "support" model concerns the following accessories to which it adapts. Stud gun model: 6 mm diameter. Ref.

Designation

AFH 6413 AC

Clip for 30 mm flat conductor "stud" H 8 mm

Observations

AFH 6414 AC

Clip for 30 mm fiat conductor "pad" H 14 mm

For flat or

0.023

AFH 6415 AC

Clip for 30 mm flat conductor "plug" H 14 mm

round conductor

0.023

AFH 6416 AC

Clip for 30 mm flat conductor "support" H 24 mm

AFH 6405 AC

Clip with lock "stud gun" H 18 mm

AFH 6406 AC

Clip with lock "pad" H 18 mm

AFH 6407 AC

Clip with lock "plug" H 18 mm

AFH 6408 AC

Clip with lock "support" H 25 mm

AFH 6416 AC

Weight (kg) 0.022

AFH 6406 AC

0.023 0.008 For round conductor 0.010

Ø 8 mm*

0.010 Ø 10 mm max.

0.010

AFH 6407 AC

* For Ø 6 and 10 upon request.

"Cableway" clip support accessories: used with "support" clip models.

AFH 6420 GT AFH 6419 GT

To be used with "support" type clips. Ref.

Designation

Type

Observations

Weight (kg)

AFH 6417 CE

Expansion plug

PVC

Ø 16-length 42 mm

0.016

AFH 6418 CT

Tile or slate hook

White plated steel

Length 44 cm

0.093

AFH 6419 GT

Tile or slate slide (nailed)

White plated steel

Length 23 cm

0.040

AFH 6420 GT

Tile or slate slide (spiked)

White plated steel

Length 40 cm

0.074

AFH 6421 CB

Bolt hook clamp M8 x 60

White plated steel

For corrugated plate roof

0.010

AFH 6422 AF

Roof tree clamp

White plated steel

Adjustment 17/24 cm

0.074

AFH 6421 CB

AFH 6422 AF

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Lightning Products Conductors fixings Conductor interconnections. Channel clips

AFJ 0811 RE

Made of spring metal, channel clips can connect two tapes together easily and attractively, As a rule, two clips mounted in opposition are used for these connections. The large clip allows a cross and tee coupling.

AFJ 0812 RE Ref.

Designation

Type

AFJ 0811 RE

Channel clip 30 mm

Spring bronze

Dimensions (mm) Weight (kg) 30 x 30 x 7

0.026

AFJ 0812 RE

Channel clip 90 mm

Spring bronze

90 x 30 x 7

0.070

AFJ 0005 RC "Cross couplings"

AFJ 0819 RL

Ref.

Designation

Type

Observations

Weight (kg)

AFJ 0005 RC

Cross coupling

Cupro alu

For flat 30 mm

0.218

AFJ 0819 RL

"Flat/round" coupling

Stainless steel

In line - Ø 8 and 10 mm

0.100

AFJ 0008 RC

Round/round clamp

Galvanized steel

Ø 8 and 10

0.120

AFJ 0817 RT

T-coupling for round/round

Zinc

For round 8 or 10 mm

0.120

AFJ 0818 RL

In line coupling for round/round

Zinc

For round 8 or 10 mm

0.120

AFJ 0817 RT

AFJ 0818 RL AFH 0458 RC

Clamping connectors for diam. 8 mm trolley

Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimensions (mm)

Conductor (mm)

Weight (g)

AFH 0458 RC

Straight connector

Bare copper

45

Ø8

52

AFH 0558 RC

T connector

Bare copper

55

Ø8

82

AFH 1558 RC

Cross connector

Bare copper

55

Ø8

114

AFH 0388 RC

Right angle connector

Bare copper

38

Ø8

56

AFH 1558 RC

AFH 0388 RC

Cable clips AFH 1050 SC Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimension (mm) (L x l x h)

Section (mm2)

Number of screws

Weight (g)

AFH 1050 SC

Cable Brass dip

Brass

28 x 29 x 34

10 to 50

2 x M6

64

AFH 1695 SC

Cable Brass dip

"

36 x 39 x 46

16 to 95

2 x M8

154

Cable sockets Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimension (mm) (L x P)

Section (mm2)

AFH 1650 CC

Cable socket

Brass

43 x 21

6 to 50

2 x M5

40

AFH 2650 CC

Double cable socket

"

64 x 21

6 to 50

4 x M5

76

56

Number Weight of sockets (g)

AFH 2650 CC

Lightning Products Conductors fixings HOTWELD Aluminothermic Welding Kit The HOTWELD process is used to create electrical molecular bonds between copper/copper, copper/aluminum, copper/steel, aluminum/aluminum, without any external power or heat source. The principle consists in placing a welding metal and a starting powder in a special mold. The composition of the filler metal depends on the metals to be welded (copper oxide and aluminum for copper/copper welding). The reduction of the copper oxide by the aluminium produces, at a very high temperature, molten copper and aluminum oxide slag. This bath of molten copper is channeled by the mold to the parts to be welded, melts them and creates a molecular bond between them. The shape and dimensions of the mold and the amount of filler metal depend on the items to be welded and their size. HOTWELD welding can be used on areas from 2.5 mm2 up to 800 mm2 or more. THE MOLECULAR BONDS PRODUCED GUARANTEE: • The same conductivity as the bonded Items • The ability to withstand overvoltages • Total resistance to corrosion.

In addition to "standard" bonds, Franklin can also provide 3 welding kits. Each of these kits has been specially designed to meet the requirements of each specialist's activity.

Items common to all kits: 1 clamp 1 G-cramp 1 scraper 1 brush 1 primer 1 plastic case

Items specific to each kit: Electrician's kit Choice between: • One mould for 25 mm2 cable AFK 5101 SA or • One mould for 35 mm2 cable AFK 5102 SA or • One mould for 50 mm2 cable AFK 5103 SA (Each mold is used for welding to a vertical metal support)

1

2

and • 20 welds

Telecom Kit: AFK 5200 SA Composed of: • One mould for horizontally welded flat cable 1 • One mould for horizontally welded flat cable in flat position • One mould for a flat crossing of two conductors 3 • One mould for a vertical crossing of two conductors 4 • 10 welds for each connection

2

3

4

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Lightning Products Conductors fixings Computer kit Choice between: • Two moulds for 25 x 2 mm braid Welds produced: • On horizontal metal support • 90° crossing of two conductors or • Two moulds for 30 x 3 mm braid Welds produced: • On horizontal metal support • 90° crossing of two conductors

AFK5301SA

AFK5302SA

and • 20 welds for each connection Ref.

Designation

AFK 5101 SA

Electrician's kit, 25 mm2 cable

Weight (kg)

2

7

AFK 5102 SA

Electrician's kit, 35 mm cable

7

AFK 5103 SA

Electrician's kit, 50 mm2 cable

7

AFK 5200 SA

Telecom kit

12

AFK 5301 SA

Computer kit, 25 x 2 mm cable

11

AFK 5302 SA

Computer kit, 30 x 3 mm cable

11

Other possibilities Other possibilities are available in addition to those in kits. Please contact us. Examples of kits:

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AFK 5401 SA

AFK 5402 SA

AFK 5403 SA

AFK 5404 SA

AFK 5405 SA

AFK 5407 SA

AFK 5408 SA

AFK 5409 SA

AFK 5410 SA

AFK 5411 SA

AFK 5413 SA

AFK 5414 SA

Lightning Products Earthings Earthing equipment. Control junctions AFK 0080 BC

NF C 17-100 and NFC 17-102 standards: A control junction must be inserted on each down conductor to allow disconnection from its earth terminal. The 2F control junction, featuring very low impedance and perfect conductivity, is designed for easy installation and inspection Features: - For use with 30 mm tin-plated copper or alu flat conductors, 8 and 10 mm diameter round conductors. - Base fixed by stud gun, wood screw, etc. - Safety locking by hexagonal key delivered with control junction. - Highly profiled and compact item. Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimension (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFK 0080 BC

Control junction

Copper/alu

70 x 37 x 20

0.36

AFK 4200 FP

Protective tubes Designed to protect down conductors against any mechanical impact. Placed on the ground level and near passageways. Delivered with their clamping collars. Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimensions (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFK 4200 FP

Protective tube for flat conductor 30 mm

Galvanized steel

40 x 4 x 2000

1.26

AFK 4204 FP

Protective tube for round conductor 30 mm

Stainless steel

40 x 4 x 2000

0.83

AFK 4201 FP

Protective tube for flat conductor

Stainless steel

Ø 20 x 2000

2.18

Multistrand coupling and earth bars Used to assemble three or more flat conductor strands to make a "crow's-foot" type earthing connection. Ref.

Designation

Type

AFK 0004 RM

Multistrand coupling

Cast copper alu.

AFK 0004 RM

Dimension (mm) Weight (kg) 80 x 80 x 20

0.93

Earth pits Designed to accomodate control junctions when these are provided on the ground, as well as all mechanical interconnections to the earthing network. Ref.

Designation

Type

AFK 8000 RV

PVC inspection pit

Slate grey PVC

170 x 170 x 90

0.9

AFK 8001 RV

"

Cast-iron

Ø 230

4.9

AFK 8002 RV

"

"

Ø 170

2.5

AFK 8001 RV

Dimensions (mm) Weight (kg)

AFK 8000 RV

Earthing tester: refer page 98.

Earthing grids and plates Used in some cases as earth connections. They consist of red copper in a mesh of 115 x 40 mm. Ref. AFK 0900 GT AFK 0901 GT

Designation "Copper" earthing grid "Copper" earthing grid

Type

Dimensions (mm) Weight (kg)

AFK 0900 GT Copper

920 x 660

2.64

"

2000 x 1000

7.00

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Lightning Products Earthings Earth rods and accessories

AFK 0101 PT

Galvanized steel earth rods In hot dip galvanized welded tube with preformed spike. They are equipped with a clamping collar. Lengthenable rods: Round with diameter 20 mm, hot dip galvanized with incorporated spike. Of high resistance, they can be lengthened by simple clamping and without coupling. Ref.

Designation

Ø (mm)

Length (m)

Weight (kg)

AFK 0101 PT

Galvanized steel earth rod

21

1.00

1.18

AFK 0102 PT

Galvanized steel earth rod

21

1.50

1.69

20

1.20

2.87

AFK 0103 PT Galvanized steel earth rod (can be lengthened)

AFK 1029 PT

Stainless steel earth rods Stainless steel tube of diameter 16 mm. Clamping collars for flat or round necessary. Ref.

Designation

Ø (mm)

Length (m)

Weight (kg)

AFK 1029 PT

Stainless steel earth rod (can be lengthened)

16

1.00

1.48

AFK 1030 PT

Stainless steel earth rod (can be lengthened)

16

2.00

3.20

Copper-steel earth rods Copper earth rods with a steel core for greater hammer penetration rigidity. Can be lengthened by elements using conical brass clamps, ensuring a perfect electrical continuity. - Constant copper thicknesses - Diameters and dimensions according to table.

AFK 0316 PT Ref.

Designation

Ø (mm)

Length (m)

Weight (kg)

AFK 0316 PT

Copper-steel earth rod

16

1.5

1.9

AFK 0416 PT

Copper-steel earth rod

16

2

2.56

AFK 0319 PT

Copper-steel earth rod

19

1.5

2.76

AFK 0419 PT

Copper-steel earth rod

19

2

3.89

Other dimensions upon request.

AFK 0020 RP

Clamping and driving accessories Ref.

Designation

Type

Ø (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFK 0010 RP

Earth rod to tape clamp

Brass

Flat Ø 16

0.084

AFK 0020 RP

Earth rod diam 19 to tape clamp

Copper-alu

Flat Ø 16-19

0.150

AFK 2016 PE

Spike

Treated steel

Flat Ø 16

0.138

AFK 2019 PE

Spike

Treated steel

Flat Ø 19

0.164

AFK 0016 MA

Rod connecting clamp

Brass

Flat Ø 16

0.136

AFK 0019 MA

Rod connecting clamp

Brass

Flat Ø 19

0.180

AFK 2069 BE

Driving head

Treated steel

Flat Ø 16

0.190

AFK 2070 BE

Driving head

Treated steel

Flat Ø 19

0.400

AFK 2069 BE

AFK 0016 MA

AFK 2016 PE

Signalisation accessories Ref.

Designation

Type

Dimension (cm)

Weight (kg)

AFH8000PS

Lightning earthing marker

Aluminium

10 x 10 x 10

0.11

AFH 8000 PS 60

Lightning Products Equipotentiality devices Equipotentiality bar These bars are used for the equipotential connection of the various ground conductors (cable, round or flat) and provide the possibility of disconnecting. They can be installed on a wall, rack or bay frame etc. or in an inspection pit.

Ref.

Designation

Dimensions (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFK 0020 BE

Equipotentiality bar, 2 x 8 holes Dia. 10 + insulators

200 x 50 x 5

0.59

AFK 0125 BE

Equipotentiality bar, 70 holes, Dia. 10

1750 x 25 x 5

1.70

AFK 0080 BE

Equipotentiality bar, 140 holes, Dia. 10

1750 x 80 x 5

5.60

AFK 0100 BE

Equipotentiality bar, 140 holes, Dia. 10

1750 x 100 x 5

7.00

AFH 4000 IT

Earth bar isolator

Ø 40 x 40

0.10

AFK 0020 BE

Clips for equipotentiality connections Ref.

Designation

Type

Cliping diameter (mm)

Weight (g)

AFH 8100 CE

Clips for equipotentiality

Stainless steel

Ø 12-32

46

AFH 8101 CE

" "

" "

Ø 32-50

50

Ø 50-75

50

AFH 8102 CE

AFH 8102 CE

Ground coil This coil is installed in series on the equipotential link between two earthing systems. For example, between the lightning conductor's earthing and the mass grounding. It increases the impedance of the connection which, on a short connection, reduces the shock effect and energy transmission to the electrical distribution, without compromising equipotentiality. This device, which presents no danger to personal safety, complies with standards NF C 15-100, NF C 17-100 and NF C 17-102. The coil is connected as close as possible to the mass ground (wall or inspection pit).

AFK 0001 ST

• Inductance: 20 µH / 10 MHz • Wire cross-section: 25 mm2 (flexible) • Continuous resistance: 1.5 m • Maximum continuous intensity: 100 A

Ref.

Designation

Dimensions (mm)

Weight (kg)

AFK 0001 ST

Ground coil

225 x 68 x 102

1.33

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Lightning Products Equipotentiality devices Surge divester Purpose Due to their shape and exposed position, TV and other professional antennas often receive discharges of static or atmospheric electricity.The damage sustained is often considerable and may destroy both the antenna and any equipment connected to it. To avoid this damage, and reduce the risks, surge divester should be installed on the grounding circuit.

Reference

AFY 7600 EA

Applications

TV antennas, …

Type

AFY 7600 EA

Inox + resin

Discharge current

100 kA, 10 x (8/20)

Level of protection Up (Impulse spark-over voltage, 1.2/50 wave)

1.5 kV

Couplings

Per collars

Protection index

IP65

Dimensions

180 x 50 x 40 mm

Weight (kg)

0.35

Equipotentiality surge divester To be sure of the potential balancing of the different earths when a direct link between the earths is not allowed by the application.

AFK 0112 BE Reference

AFK …

Applications Type Discharge current (8/20 wave) Level of protection Up (Impulse spark-over voltage, 1.2/50 wave) Couplings Protection index

0112 BE

0111 EG

0113 EE

Risk of corrosion

Explosive environment, cathodic prot

Explosive environment, cathodic prot

Inox +PVC

Zinc + PVC

Zinc + PVC

100 kA, 10 x

100 kA, 10 x

100 kA, 10 x

4 kV

2.2 kV

2.2 kV

Ø 8 mm

2 x M10 2 x M10 (cable 130 mm) (cable 230 mm)

IP65

Ex(s) G4

Ex(s) G4

Dimensions

Ø 45 x 160 mm

Ø 63 x 90 mm

Ø 63 x 90 mm

Weight (kg)

0.29

0.75

0.85

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AFK 0111 EG

Overvoltage Products

Energy networks

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Modular surge protective devices type I Modular surge protective devices type II Cabinets of protection Mobile protections Strategic networks Miscellaneous

Telecommunication – Data transmission Multi-line housings Wall protections DIN modules Computer networks Coaxial networks

84

Overvoltage Products Electric networks

Modular surge protective devices type 1

66

T1 range – 25 kA T1 range – 12.5 kA

Modular surge protective devices type 2

68

T2 range – C1D Common mode – Plug-in T2 range – C2D Differential mode – Plug-in T2 range – M Monoblock

Cabinets of protection

71

Modular cabinets – 230/400 V networks

Mobile protections

77

Mobile surge protective devices type 3

Strategic networks

78

Surge suppressers 19" rack units

Miscellaneous Overvoltage counter Coordination coils and filter

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Overvoltage products Energy networks Comply with NF C 15-100, IEC 60364, UTE C 15-443, NF C 61-740 and IEC 61-643-1 standards Concerns Interference and discharges of atmospheric origin (lightning induced surges and electrostatic discharges) can create very strong electromagnetic radiation over large distances which can destroy all equipment connected to any nearby power lines. (Highly energetic discharges with long duration times, overvoltages larger than the component’s damage threshold voltage of electronic equipment, inductive effects due to overvoltages with steep slopes). Whether routed inside or outside the buildings, all lines are at risk from such discharges and the use of protections are here presented is highly recommended for protecting the equipment to which they are connected.

Purpose The induced currents are diverted to the earth before they can reach the equipment connected to the downstream power network while the overvoltages are kept to a harmless level and the equipment running in total transparency for the user.

Application These devices are recommended for protecting any equipment connected to main power supplies in the case of domestic and industrial installations. The selection of the product’s type is done taking into account the exposition degree to lightning of the area (NFC 17-100 or IEC 364 and IEC 61643-1), installation in isolated or metropolitan area, cost and sensitive level of the equipment to protect, the neutral earthing system, the installation mode.

Interest and performances These products offer a large panel of performances with discharge current ranging from (5 kA to 160 kA in wave 8/20 µs and 10 kA to 100 kA in wave 10/350 µs), protection levels of 600 V (diode arrays or products based on the association of varistors and surge arrestors) to 4000 V (encapsulated spark gaps only), short response time, redundancy of the protection for applications in isolated areas, products for external applications…

Installation They are installed in parallel with the mains in association to a circuit breaker against short circuits (mandatory only if not already provided by mains or when the upstream circuit breaker is not adapted, NFC 61-740 and 15-100 or IEC 61643-1 and IEC 60364). Earthing is mandatory and it is done according to the rule of the shortest possible path (all earth conductors must be interconnected – IEC 61312). Installation of a remote control system coupled to the circuit breaker or to the overvoltage protection with an overvoltage controller is recommended to secure the overall installation.

F1, F2: Fuses or circuit breaker. P: Surge Protective Device (SPD). BP: Earth E: Equipments. PE: Conductor of protection. M: Mass of equipments.

Reduce at the maximum the area tinted grey of the loop formed by the conductors perturbed.

d1+d2+d3: the shortest as possible (< 50 cm recommended).

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Overvoltage products Electric networks Class I modular surge protective devices - T1-25 range 25 kA and 100 kA (10/350) modular protections 120/208 V and 230/400 V networks - Level I Applications Standards: EN 61643-11 (NF C 61-740, VDE 0675, IEC 61643-1 /2002), UL 1449 ed. 2, ANSI C62.41, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5 Description These products are based on very high energy varistors and encapsulated spark gaps, these surge protective devices are designed for protecting the inputs of main power supplies for highly exposed sites. Their flow capacities are much higher than the minimum requirements of NF C 15-100 and IEC 60364 electrical standards (sites protected against direct lightning: protection of network’s inputs with 12.5 kA/class I SPD’s). Products equipped with end of life indicators and terminals for remote monitoring. Mounting on symmetrical DIN rail foot (EN 50022). Applications types: main boards of main and secondary buildings. Ordering code Nominal voltage Un Type of network (three phase, single) Neutral earthing systems Protection modes1 / Diagram type Technology2 Max. operating voltage Uc TOV withstand characteristics Ut Discharge current3 Iimp IEC 61643-11 In Imax Imax (IEC 61643-1/1998) Protection level Up at In Up at In = 40 kA Residual overvoltage Ures at 3 kA Ures at Iimp Specific energy (charge) W/R (Q) Response time Residual current / Follow current Thermal disconnection and end of life indicator Associated overcurrent protection4 Short circuit withstand Residual Current Device (RCD)5 Remote monitoring (RM) Capacity Wiring length / Torque L, N, PE terminals Capacity Wiring length / Torque Operating temperature range Enclosure: Protection index / Material Location category / Number of ports Weight

ASS3311T1 120 V all TT, TNS, TNC all / A MOV 175 V > 208 V

ASS3312T1 ASS3114A1 230 V 230 V all three phase + N TT, TNS, TNC TT, TNS all / A 4+0 / B MOV MOV 335 V 335 V > 416 V > 416 V 25 kA 70 kA 100 kA 160 kA 1 kV 2 kV 2 kV 0.85 kV 1.5 kV 1.5 kV 0.5 kV 0.85 kV 0.85 kV 0.65 kV 1.15 kV 1.15 kV 156 kJ/Ω (12.5 A.s) < 25 ns < 2 mA / yes 250 A gG 25 kA Selective or delayed - 5 kA min. (8/20) (IEC 60364: 3 kA) 1.5 mm2 7 mm / 0.25 Nm 4 to 35 mm2 (stranded: 25 mm2 max.) 14 mm / 4 Nm - 40 / +80 °C IP20 / thermoplastic UL 94 V-0 internal / 1 port 255 g

335 g

ASS9302N1 120 V or 230 V all TT, TNS N-PE / C GDT 255 V 100 kA 80 kA 160 kA 160 kA 1.5 kV 0.8 kV 0.15 kV 1.75 kV 2500 kJ/Ω (50 A.s) < 100 ns - / 100 A -

1300 g

-

260 g

Installation rules and electrical safety: NF C 15-100, IEC 60364 or the national equivalent electrical standard. 1 2 4

2+0, 3+0 or 4+0 ("C1" type): protection L-PE et N-PE (connexion of type 1). 3+1 ou 1+1 ("C2" type): protection L-N et N-PE (connexion of type 2). L: line. N: neutral. PE: earth. MOV: varistor. GDT: encapsulated sparkgap. 3 EN 61643-11: product tested with its associated overcurrent protection (IEC 61643-1/1998: without). max. calibre of fuses upstream the SPD (circuit breaker: 80 A). 5 TT systems: RCD compulsory upstream "C1" type SPD’s.

Installation principle (general case)

Association of SPD’s

Internal diagrams and dimensions (mm) (A) (B) (C) Side view

F1, F2: fuses or circuit breaker. SPD: surge protective device TT systems: RCD Compulsory upstream a "C1" type SPD MEB: main earth bar 5a or 5b: 4 mm2 min. With lightning conductor: 10 mm2 min. (IEC 60364: 16 mm2 min.) E (M): equipments (masses)

F2 compulsory if F1 > max. calibre. 4 Protection of neutral compulsory. Earth: 5a or 5b link. Total length d1+d2+d3 as short as possible (< 50 cm recommended)

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(RM) 11-12: normal / 11-14: fault (max. 250 Vac / 0.5 A or 125 Vdc / 1 A) V: red indicator at end of life (red = fault)

Overvoltage products Electric networks Class I and II modular surge protective devices - T1-12.5 range 12.5 kA (10/350) modular protections 120/208 V and 230/400 V networks - Level I and II Applications Standards: EN 61643-11 (NF C 61-740, VDE 0675, IEC 61643-1 /2002), UL 1449 ed. 2, ANSI C62.41, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5 Description These products are based on very high energy varistors and encapsulated sparkgaps, these surge protective devices are dedicated to the protection of the inputs of highly exposed sites. They fully comply with the minimum requirements of NF C 15-100 and IEC 60364 electrical standards (sites with lightning conductors: protection of the network’s inputs with 12.5 kA/class 1 SPD’s). Products equipped with end of life indicators and terminals for remote monitoring. Mounting on symmetrical DIN rail foot (EN 50022). Standards applications: Main boards of main and secondary buildings. Ordering code Nominal voltage

2 and 4 poles 1 pole (L3) Un

Type of network

(single phase, three phase)

Neutral earthing systems Protection modes1 / Diagram type Technology2 Max.operating voltage TOV withstand characteristics Discharge current3 IEC 61643-11 (L-N/N-PE) Protection level (L-N/N-PE) Residual overvoltage (L-N/N-PE)

ASS1111C1 ASS1111L1 120 V all L3

ASS1113D1 120 V three phase -

ASS1112C1 ASS1111L1 230 V all L3

ASS1114D1 230 V three phase -

ASS1106C1 ASS1106L1 400 V all L3

ASS1118A1 400 V

TT, TNS, TNC L3: TNC 2+0 / A L3: 1+0 / B

TT, TNS 3+1 / C -

TT, TNS, TNC L3: TNC 2+0 / A L3: 1+0 / B

TT, TNS 3+1 / C -

all L3: TNC, IT 2+0 / A L3: 1+0 / B

TT, TNS, IT+N -

MOV 175 V > 208 V 12.5 kA 40 kA 80 kA 1 kV 0.85 kV

MOV+GDT 175 / 255 V > 208 V 12.5/50 kA 40/50 kA 80/100 kA 1/1.2 kV 0.85/1.2 kV 0.53/0.15 kV 0.65/0.6 kV

MOV 335V > 416 V 12.5 kA 40 kA 80 kA 1.8 kV 1.5 kV

MOV+GDT 335 / 255 V > 416 V 12.5/50 kA 40/50 kA 80/100 kA 1.8/1.2 kV 1.5/1.2 kV

MOV 440 V Uc 12.5 kA 40 kA 80 kA 2.4 kV 2 kV

0.9 kV 1.1 kV 40 kJ/Ω (6.25 A.s)

0.9/0.15 kV 1.1/0.6 kV

1.25 kV 1.55 kV

40/625 kJ/Ω (6.25/25 A.s)

40 kJ/Ω (6.25 A.s)

< 25/100 ns < 2 mA / - / 100 A yes (N-PE: - )

< 25 ns

Uc (L-N/N-PE) Ut Iimp In Imax Up at In Up at In = 25 kA Ures to 3 kA Ures to Iimp

Specific energy (Charge) (L-N/N-PE) Response time

W/R Q (L-N/N-PE)

Residual current / Follow current

(L-N/N-PE)

Thermal disconnection and end of life indicator Associated overcurrent protection4 Short circuit withstand Residual Current Device (RCD)5 Remote monitoring (RM) Capacity Wiring length / Torque L, N, PE terminals Capacity Wiring length / Torque Operating temperature range Enclosure: Protection index / Material Location category / Number of ports Weight (L3)

0.53 kV 0.65 kV 40 kJ/Ω (6.25 A.s) < 25 ns < 2 mA / yes

40/625 kJ/Ω (6.25/25 A.s) < 25/100 ns < 2 mA / - / 100 A yes (N-PE: - )

< 25 ns < 2 mA / yes

three phase -

4+0 / D -

< 2 mA / yes

250 A gG 25 kA Selective or delayed - 5 kA min. (8/20) (IEC 60364: 3 kA) 1.5 mm2 7 mm / 0.25 Nm

270 (210) g

525 g

-

4 to 35 mm2 (stranded: 25 mm2 max.) 14 mm / 4 Nm - 40 / +80 °C IP20 / thermoplastic UL 94 V-0 internal / 1 port 320 (240) g 570 g 290 (225) g

1.5 mm2 7 mm/0.25 Nm

565 g

Installation rules and electrical safety: NF C 15-100, IEC 60364 or the national equivalent electrical standard. 1 2 4

2+0, 3+0 ou 4+0 ("C1" type): protection L-PE et N-PE (connexion of type 1). 3+1 ou 1+1 ("C2" type): protection L-N et N-PE (connexion of type 2). L: line. N: neutral. PE: earth. MOV: varistor. GDT: encapsulated sparkgap. 3 EN 61643-11: product tested with its associated overcurrent protection (IEC 61643-1/1998: without). max. calibre of fuses upstream the SPD (circuit breaker: 63 A). 5 TT systems: RCD compulsory upstream "C1" type SPD’s.

Installation general principle

Association of SPD’s

(A)

Internal diagrams and dimensions (mm) (B) (C) (D) Side view

F1, F2: fuses or circuit breaker. SPD: surge protective device TT systems: RCD Compulsory upstream a "C1" type SPD MEB: main earth bar 5a or 5b: 4 mm2 min. With lightning conductor: 10 mm2 min. (IEC 60364: 16 mm2 min.) E (M): equipments (masses)

F2 compulsory if F1 > max. calibre. 4 Protection of neutral compulsory. Earth: 5a or 5b link. Total length d1+d2+d3 as short as possible (< 50 cm recommended)

(RM) 11-12: normal / 11-14: fault (max. 250 Vac / 0.5 A or 125 Vdc / 1 A) V: red indicator at end of life (red = fault)

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Overvoltage products Electric networks Class II modular surge protective devices - T2-C1D range 60 and 40 kA pre-assembled plug-in protections 120/208 V and 230/400 V networks- Level I and II applications Standards: EN 61643-11 (NF C 61-740, VDE 0675, IEC 61643-1 /2002), UL 1449 ed. 2, ANSI C62.41, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5 Description These plug-in devices make maintenance of networks (isolation tests or else) very easy and in total security while insuring continuous servicing. They are pre-assembled in 2, 3 and 4 poles with a single remote monitoring terminal (RM) making their installation straightforward. Standards applications: Main boards of main and secondary buildings (sites with medium risk levels). Distribution boards: second protection level (sites protected against direct lightning or with a very high risk level). Mounting on symmetrical l DIN rail foot (EN 50022). Ordering code

Nominal voltage Neutral earthing systems

4 poles + RM 3 poles + RM 2 poles + RM 1 pole Un 2 and 4 poles 3 poles 1 pole

ASS4211A2 ASS4211B2 ASS4211C2 ASS4201T2

ASS8211A2 ASS8211B2 ASS8211C2 ASS8201T2

ASS4212A2 ASS4212B2 ASS4212C2 ASS4202T2

ASS8212A2 ASS8212B2 ASS8212C2 ASS8202T2

ASS4214A2 ASS4214B2 ASS4204T2

ASS8214A2 ASS8214B2 ASS8204T2

120 V 230 V 400 V TT, TNS TT, TNS TT, TNS, IT+N TNC TNC TNC, IT TT, TNS, TNC TT, TNS, TNC all 4 poles: 4+0 / A - 3 poles: 3+0 / B - 2 poles: 2+0 /C - 1 pole: all / D MOV 175 V 335 V 440 V > 208 V > 416 V Uc 30 kA 30 kA 20 kA 30 kA 20 kA 20 kA 60 kA 60 kA 40 kA 60 kA 40 kA 40 kA 70 kA 70 kA 40 kA 70 kA 40 kA 40 kA 15 kA 15 kA 15 kA -

Protection modes1 / Diagram type Technology2 Max. operating voltage Uc TOV withstand characteristics Ut Discharge current3 In IEC 61643-11 Imax Imax (IEC 61643-1/1998) Iimp (2 modules in parallel) Protection level Up at In 0.95 kV 0.95 kV 1.65 kV 2.3 kV 2.1 kV 1.6 kV Up at In = 15/20 kA 0.85 kV (15 kA) 0.85 kV (20 kA) 1.5 kV (15 kA) 1.4 kV (20 kA) 2.1 kV (15 kA) 1.9 kV (20 kA) 0.55 kV 0.53 kV 1 kV 1.4 kV 0.9 kV 1.25 kV Residual overvoltage Ures to 3 kA Response time < 25 ns Residual current / Follow current < 1 mA / Thermal disconnection and end of life indicator yes Associated overcurrent protection4 125 A gG 160 A gG 125 A gG 160 A gG 125 A gG 160 A gG Short circuit withstand 25 kA Residual Current Device (RCD)5 Selective or delayed - 5 kA min. (8/20) (IEC 60364: 3 kA) Remote monitoring (RM) Capacity 1.5 mm2 7 mm / 0.25 Nm Wiring length / Torque 4 to 35 mm2 (stranded: 25 mm2 max.) L, N, PE terminals Capacity 12 mm / 4 Nm Wiring length / Torque Operating temperature range - 40 / +80 °C Enclosure: Protection index / Material IP20 / thermoplastic UL 94 V-0 Location category / Number of ports Internal / 1 port Replacement module ASS4001T2 ASS8001T2 ASS4002T2 ASS8002T2 ASS4004T2 ASS8004T2 120 g 140 g 125 g 150 g 130 g 155 g Weight (for 1 pole) Installation rules and electrical safety: NF C 15-100, IEC 60364 or the national equivalent electrical standard. 1 2 4

2+0, 3+0 ou 4+0 ("C1" type): protection L-PE et N-PE (connexion of type 1). 3+1 ou 1+1 ("C2" type): protection L-N et N-PE (connexion of type 2). L: line. N: neutral. PE: earth. MOV: varistor. GDT: encapsulated sparkgap. 3 EN 61643-11: product tested with its associated overcurrent protection (IEC 61643-1/1998: without). max. calibre of fuses upstream the SPD (circuit breaker: 50 A). 5 TT systems: RCD compulsory upstream "C1" type SPD’s.

Installation principle (general case) (A)

Internal diagrams and dimensions (mm) (B) (C) (D) Side view

F1, F2: fuses or circuit breaker. SPD: surge protective device TT systems: RCD Compulsory upstream a "C1" type SPD MEB: main earth bar 5a or 5b: 4 mm2 min. With lightning conductor: 10 mm2 min. (IEC 60364: 16 mm2 min.) E (M): equipments (masses)

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F2 compulsory if F1 > max. calibre. 4 Protection of neutral compulsory. Earth: 5a or 5b link. Total length d1+d2+d3 as short as possible (< 50 cm recommended)

(RM) 11-12: normal / 11-14: fault (max. 250 Vac / 0.5 A or 125 Vdc / 1 A) V: red indicator at end of life (red = fault)

Overvoltage products Electric Networks Class II modular surge protective devices - T2-C2D range 40 kA pre-assembled plug-in protections - TT and TNS systems 120/208 V and 230/400 V networks - Level I, II and III applications Standards: EN 61643-11 (NF C 61-740, VDE 0675, IEC 61643-1 /2002), UL 1449 ed. 2, ANSI C62.41, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5 Description These devices with a type 2 connexion or "C2" (varistor + sparkgap)1 are recommended for TT and TNS systems. Plugable and pre-assembled in 2 and 4 poles with a single terminal for remote monitoring (RM), their installation is straightforward and maintenance of the networks can be made in total security (isolation tests, …). Standard applications: Main boards of main and secondary buildings (sites with a low risk level). Distributions boards: second protection level (sites protected against direct lightning or with a high risk level). Protection of sensitive equipments (autocom, alarm or fire centres, private flats, …) Mounting on symmetrical DIN rail foot (EN 50022). Ordering code

Three phase + N Single phase Un

Nominal voltage Neutral earthing systems

Protection modes1 / Diagram type Technology2 Max. operating voltage Uc (L-N/N-PE) TOV withstand characteristics Ut Discharge current (L-N/N-PE) In IEC 61643-113 Imax Protection level Up at In (L-N/N-PE) Up at In = 5/15 kA Residual overvoltage (L-N/N-PE) Ures to 3 kA Response time (L-N/N-PE) Residual current / Follow current Thermal disconnection and end of life indicator Associated overcurrent protection4 Short circuit withstand Residual Current Device (RCD)5 Remote monitoring (RM) Capacity Wiring length / Torque L, N, PE terminals

Capacity (stranded/rigid) Wiring length / Torque

ASS4211D2 ASS4211G2 ASS4201E2 120 V 120 V TT, TNS TT,TNS 3+1 / C 1+1 / A 1+1 / B MOV+GDT 175 / 255 V > 208 V 10/20 kA 20/20 kA 20/40 kA 40/40 kA 0.9/1.2 kV 0.95/1.2 kV 0.7 kV/1.2 (5 kA) 0.85/1.2 kV (15 kA) 0.58/0.15 kV 0.55/0.15 kV

63 A gG 10 kA 1.5 mm2 7 mm / 0.25 Nm 1.5 to 4/6 mm2 (PE: 4 to 25/35) 9.5 mm / 2.5 Nm (PE: 12 / 4)

Weight

1.5 mm2 7 mm / 0.25 Nm (single phase: no RM) 4 to 25/35 mm2 12 mm / 4 Nm

MOV+GDT 335 / 255 V > 416 V 10/20 kA 20/40 kA 1.5/1.2 kV 1.15/1.2 kV (5 kA) 1/0.15 kV

20/20 kA 40/40 kA 1.65/1.2 kV 1.5/1.2 kV (15 kA) 1/0.15 kV

1.5 mm2 7 mm / 0.25 Nm 1.5 to 4/6 mm2 (PE: 4 to 25/35) 9.5 mm / 2.5 Nm (PE: 12 / 4)

1.5 mm2 7 mm / 0.25 Nm (single phase: no RM) 4 to 25/35 mm2 12 mm / 4 Nm

- 40 / +80 °C IP20 / thermoplastic UL 94 V-0 Internal / 1 port L-N: ASS4001T2 N-PE: ASS4002N2 225 g (445 g)

ASS4001G1 (three phase)

ASS4212D2 ASS4202E2 230 V TT, TNS 3+1 / C 1+1 / B

< 25/100 ns L-N: < 1 mA / - (N-PE: - / 100 A) L-N: yes (N-PE: - ) 63 A gG 125 A gG 125 A gG 10 kA 25 kA 25 kA Selective or delayed - 5 kA min. (8/20) (IEC 60364: 3 kA)

Operating temperature range Enclosure: Protection index / Material Location category / Number of ports Replacement module

ASS4212G2 230 V TT, TNS 1+1 / A

125 g

ASS4002G2

L-N: ASS4002T2 N-PE: ASS4002N2

130 g

230 g (460 g)

Installation rules and electrical safety: NF C 15-100, IEC 60364 or the national equivalent electrical standard. 1 2 4

2+0, 3+0 ou 4+0 ("C1" type): protection L-PE et N-PE (connexion of type 1). 3+1 ou 1+1 ("C2" type): protection L-N et N-PE (connexion of type 2). L: line. N: neutral. PE: earth. MOV: varistor. GDT: encapsulated sparkgap. 3 EN 61643-11: product tested with its associated overcurrent protection (IEC 61643-1/1998: without). max. calibre of fuses upstream the SPD (circuit breaker: 20 A and 50 A resp.). 5 TT systems: RCD compulsory upstream "C1" type SPD’s.

Installation principle (general case) (A)

Internal diagrams and dimensions (mm) (B) (C) Side view

F1, F2: fuses or circuit breaker. SPD: surge protective device TT systems: RCD Compulsory upstream a "C1" type SPD MEB: main earth bar 5a or 5b: 4 mm2 min. With lightning conductor: 10 mm2 min. (IEC 60364: 16 mm2 min.) E (M): equipments (masses)

F2 compulsory if F1 > max. calibre. 4 Protection of neutral compulsory. Earth: 5a or 5b link. Total length d1+d2+d3 as short as possible (< 50 cm recommended)

(RM) 11-12: normal / 11-14: fault (max. 250 Vac / 0.5 A or 125 Vdc / 1 A) V: red indicator at end of life (red = fault)

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Overvoltage products Electric networks Class II and III modular surge protective devices - T2-M range 40 kA and 10 kA monoblock protections 120/208 V and 230/400 V networks - Level II and III applications Standards: EN 61643-11 (NF C 61-740, VDE 0675, IEC 61643-1 /2002), UL 1449 ed. 2, ANSI C62.41, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5 Description These devices are recommended for second and third protection stages of energy networks with TT and TNS earthing systems (ASS1108A2: any earthing system). Standard applications with 40 kA protections: Main boards of secondary buildings (sites with a low risk level and not protected against direct lightning). Distribution boards: second protection level (sites protected with a low risk level). Standard applications with 10 kA protections: Third protection level of very sensitive equipments (sites with a high risk level and/or protected against direct lightning). Distribution boards: second protection level (sites with a low risk level and not protected against direct lightning). Mounting on symmetrical DIN rail foot (EN 50022).

120 V TT, TNS

ASS4101C2 120 V TT, TNS

ASS1104D2 ASS1102E2 230 V TT, TNS

ASS4102C2 230 V TT, TNS

ASS1108A2 400 V TT, TNS, IT+N

3+1 / A 1+1 / B

2+0 / C

3+1 / A 1+1 / B

2+0 / C

Uc (L-N/N-PE) Ut In Imax

MOV+GDT 175 / 255 V > 208 V 5/20 kA 10/40 kA

MOV 175 V > 208 V

MOV+GDT 335 / 255 V > 416 V

MOV 335 V > 416 V

4+0 / D MOV 440 V Uc

20 kA 40 kA

5/20 kA 10/40 kA

20 kA 40 kA

5 kA 10 kA

Up at In Up at In = 15 kA

0.85/1.2 kV -

0.95 kV 0.85 kV

1.4/1.2 kV -

1.65 kV 1.5 kV

2 kV -

Class III Tests (L-N/L-PE, N-PE) (L-N, L-PE/N-PE, L+N-PE)

Up Uoc

0.85/1.2 kV 10/20 kV

-

1.4/1.5 kV 10/20 kV

-

- / 2 kV 10/20 kV

Residual overvoltage (L-N/N-PE) Response time

Ures to 3 kA (L-N/N-PE)

0.67/0.15 kV < 25/100 ns < 1 mA / (N-PE: - / 100 A)

0.55 kV < 25 ns

1/0.15 kV < 25/100 ns < 1 mA / (N-PE: - / 100 A) yes (N-PE: - ) 40 A gG

1 kV < 25 ns

1.7 kV < 25 ns

< 1 mA / -

< 1 mA / -

Ordering code

Three phase + N Single phase Un

Nominal voltage Neutral earthing systems

Protection modes1 / Diagram type Technology2 Max. operating voltage TOV withstand characteristics Discharge current (L-N/N-PE) IEC 61643-113 Protection level (L-N/N-PE)

Residual current / Follow current Thermal disconnection and end of life indicator Associated overcurrent protection4 Short circuit withstand Residual Current Device (RCD)5 Remote monitoring (RM)

Capacity Wiring length / Torque

L, N, PE terminals

Capacity Wiring length / Torque

Operating temperature range Enclosure: Protection index / Material Location category / Number of ports Weight (single phase)

ASS1103D2 ASS1101E2

yes (N-PE: - ) 40 A gG 10 kA

< 1 mA / -

yes yes 125 A gG 125 A gG 25 kA 10 kA 25 kA Selective or delayed - 5 kA min. (8/20) (IEC 60364: 3 kA) 4 to 35 mm2 (stranded: 25 mm2 max.) 14 mm / 4 Nm - 40 / +80 °C IP20 / thermoplastic UL 94 V-0 Internal / 1 port

210 g (400 g)

230 g

215 g (420 g)

240 g

Installation rules and electrical safety: NF C 15-100, IEC 60364 or the national equivalent electrical standard. 1 2 4

2+0, 3+0 ou 4+0 ("C1" type): protection L-PE et N-PE (connexion of type 1). 3+1 ou 1+1 ("C2" type): protection L-N et N-PE (connexion of type 2). L: line. N: neutral. PE: earth. MOV: varistor. GDT: encapsulated sparkgap. 3 EN 61643-11: product tested with its associated overcurrent protection (IEC 61643-1/1998: without). max. calibre of fuses upstream the SPD (circuit breaker: 16 A and 50 A resp.). 5 TT systems: RCD compulsory upstream "C1" type SPD’s.

Installation principle (general case) F1, F2: fuses or circuit breaker. SPD: surge protective device TT systems: RCD Compulsory upstream a "C1" type SPD MEB: main earth bar 5a or 5b: 4 mm2 min. With lightning conductor: 10 mm2 min. (IEC 60364: 16 mm2 min.) E (M): equipments (masses)

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F2 compulsory if F1 > max. calibre. 4 Protection of neutral compulsory. Earth: 5a or 5b link. Total length d1+d2+d3 as short as possible (< 50 cm recommended)

yes 40 A gG 10 kA

Association of SPD’s

Internal diagrams and dimensions (mm) (A) (B) (C) (D) Side view

V: end of life visual indicator (red = fault)

430 g

Overvoltage products Main power supplies Transient overvoltages VE range Modular cabinets - 120/208 V and 230/400 V networks Protection from 10 to 120 kA (8/20) and 10 to 50 kA (10/350) En 61643-11, IEC 61643-1, IEC 60364 and NFC 15-100 standards Description These cabinets are designed for Main Boards (MB) and Distribution Boards (DB) overvoltages protection and may be installed in either outdoor or indoor locations including isolated sites. The concept developed here grants these products a great flexibility and enables to use them - for any industrial or home installation - for any neutral earthing system and any protection mode this, whatever - the exposition level to lightning risk of the site (overvoltages withstand) - the sensibility to the equipment to protect (level of protection, primary and secondary protections) In addition to overvoltage protections (SPD), these cabinets may be equipped1 - with a backup overcurrent protection (fuses or circuit breakers)2 - with auxiliary dry contacts to ensure information feedback2: defaults signalling in case of overloads making the SPD ending its life of further melting of the backup fuses or the backup circuit breaker’s opening

Modular cabinets adapted to your needs

1: Surge protective device

2: Overcurrent protection

Protection against transient overvoltages

Protection against short circuit currents

The need Protection against transient overvoltages integrated in a cabinet

3: Cabinet

4: Auxiliary dry contact

Protection against direct contacts and external conditions

Information feedback

Choose the cabinet’s components according to your needs, we assemble them To order, choose 1

The surge protective device

Code ASS…

2

The overcurrent protection

Code ASS…

3

The cabinet

Code ASN… or ASM…

4

The auxiliary dry contact

Code ASS…

1

Devices for symmetrical DIN rail mounting 35 mm (EN 50022 standard) such as surge protective devices, modular circuit breakers, fuses, power terminal blocks…

2

Highly recommended for the protection of mains inputs, building entrance and industrial sites highly exposed to lightning risk or industrial risks.

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Overvoltage products Main power supplies Transient overvoltages Modular cabinets - VE range - 120/208 V and 230/400 V~ networks Surge protective devices guideline (1) The installation of the surge protective devices should be done in compliance with the electrical safety rules of the electrical standards NF C 15-100, IEC 60364 or all equivalent electrical standard in the country. As for all electrical equipments, their installation should be done according to the electrical safety rules, for the protection of the persons and equipments, against the risks of faults of the network and the directs or indirect contacts, coordination and of selectivity of the protection devices for the protection against the heating and fires risks, types of protection devices specified in the technical sheets of the SPD ‘s.

According to the risk assessment Risk assessment

Level of risk WITH lightning conductor1

(methodology: refer also the practical guide)

Medium (R3)

Low (R4)

-

T1-25

-

T1-25

-

-

Main Board

T1-25

T1-12.5

T1-12.5

T1-12.5

T1-12.5

T1-12.5

Divisionary board

T2-60

T2-60

T2-40

T2-40

T2-40

T2-40

Equipments at more than 30 m3

T2-40

T2-40

T2-10

T2-10 4

T2-10 4

T2-10 4

T1-12.5

T1-12.5

T1-12.5

T1-12.5

T1-12.5

T1-12.5

Medium (R3)

Low (R4)

HVLV downstream protection2

Secondary buildings (main boards)

Very high (R1)

High (R2)

Level of risk WITHOUT lightning conductor

Risk assessment Very high (R1)

(methodology: refer also the practical guide) HVLV downstream protection

2

Main Board Divisionary board 3

High (R2)

-

T1-12.5

-

T1-12.5

-

-

T1-12.5

T2-60

T2-60

T2-40

T2-40

T2-10

T2-60

T2-40

T2-40

T2-10

T2-10 4

T2-10 4

4

T2-10 4

Equipments at more than 30 m

T2-40

T2-10

T2-10 4

T2-10

Secondary buildings (main boards)

T2-60

T2-40

T2-40

T2-10

4

T2-10

T2-10 4

T2-10

According to the protection mode Mode 5

Type of connection 5

Protected conductors

"3+1" ("1+1")

"C1"

3 (1) surge arrestors in between line and neutral (differential mode) 1 spark gap in between neutral and earth (common mode)

"3+0"

"C2"

3 surge arrestors in between line and earth (common mode)

"4+0" ("2+0")

"C2"

4 (2) surge arrestors in between active cables (live and neutral) and the earth (common mode)

According to the risk assessment Range TT system TNS system

Protections recommended for three phases networks 230/400 V WITH lightning conductors T2-40 T2-60 T1-12.5 T2-10 (Imax = 40 kA) (Imax = 60 kA) (Iimp = 12.5 kA) (Imax = 10 kA) ASS4212D2 ASS8212A2 ASS1114D1 ASS1104D2

T1-25 (Iimp = 25 kA) ASS3114A1 ASS3114A1

ASS1112C1, x2

TNC system

ASS3312T1, x3

IT system

ASS1106C1, x3

ASS1112C1, x1ASS1112L1, x1 ASS1106C1, x1ASS1106L1, x1

IT+N system

ASS1118A1, x2

ASS1118A1

ASS8212A2

ASS4212A2

ASS1104D2

ASS8212B2

ASS4212B2

-

ASS8214B2

ASS4214B2

-

ASS8214A2

ASS4214A2

ASS1108A2

TT system: Recommendations for the electrical safety A protection type "C1" ("4+0" or "2+0") will be obligatorily installed downstream from the differential circuit breaker (RCD) of the board in which is integrated in order to ensure the protection against the indirect contacts (currents of defects). A protection type "C2" ("3+1" or "1+1") will be installed as well upstream as downstream from the differential circuit breaker of the board. 1 Independently of the risk assessment, a protection type 1 with limp = 12.5 kA min. (class I of tests, EN 61643-11) is compulsory at the input of a protected building, (or belonging to a protected site) against the direct impact of the lightning (lightning conductor…). 2 Protections recommended for important industrial sites and sensitive sites. 3 Protections recommended when the equipment to protect are distant more than 30 m from the upstream protection (effects of lines which can provoke overvoltages superior to the residual tension of the surge protective device). 4 Optional. Protections recommended if the continuity of service is required or in presence of sensitive equipment. 5 2+0, 3+0, or 4+0 (type "C1"): protection L-PE and N-PE (connection of type 1) 3+1 or 1+1 (type "C2"): protection L-N and N-PE (connection type 2). L: line N: neutral PE: earth.

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Overvoltage products Main power supplies Transient overvoltages Modular cabinets - VE range - 120/208 V and 230/400 V networks Backup overcurrent protection guideline (2) Note: the backup overcurrent protection will be selected according to the installation requirements and coordinated with the upstream overcurrent protection (refer also recommendations following page). 230 / 400 V backup circuit breakers (50/60 Hz) - C class Rated load current (gauge)

16 A

25 A

50 A

63 A

Interrupting power

15 kA

15 kA

15 kA

15 kA

230 V Single phase

ASS1615DD

ASS2515DD

ASS5015DD

ASS6315DD

230 / 400 V three phase without neutral 1

ASS1615DT

ASS2515DT

ASS5015DT

ASS6315DT

ASS1615DQ

ASS2515DQ

ASS5015DQ

ASS6315DQ

T2-C2D/17 mm, T2-M/10 kA

T2-C1D/40 kA, T2-C2D, T2-M/40 kA

T1-12.5, T2-C1D/60 kA

T1-25

230/400 V three phase with neutral

2

Recommended with the ranges 1

TNC and IT systems without neutral (networks with only 3 conductors). 2 TT, TNS and IT systems with neutral (networks with 4 conductors). Fuses gG type- 120/208 V and 230 / 400 V (50/60 Hz) - dimensions Ø 22 x 58 mm Rated load current (gauge)

32 A

40 A

80 A

125 A

100 kA

100 kA

100 kA

100 kA

Standard fuses

ASS4032FU

ASS4040FU

ASS4080FU

ASS4125FU

Fuses for remote monitoring purposes

ASS5032FU

ASS5040FU

ASS5080FU

ASS5125FU

T2-C2D/17 mm

T2-C1D/40 kA, T2-C2D, T2-M/40 kA

T1-25, T1-12.5, T2-C1D/60 kA

Interrupting power

T2-M/10 kA

Recommended with the ranges

Cabinets guideline (3) General characteristics Cabinet type

Metallic (iron)

Polyester (PVC)

IP55 - IK09

IP55

Enclosure’s protection index Cable glands Door

Mounted

Without

Glass (Altuglass)

Transparent (smoked)

Protection’s type (safety) Operating temperature range Wall mounting

Key secured

Double protection

- 20 °C / + 50 °C

- 20 °C / + 50 °C

Fixing brackets

M6 screw

Next page ⇒ Standard applications for the protection of Mains inputs and Divisionary Boards

Codes and specific characteristic of the cabinets to equip Polyester enclosures

ASN9100VE

Types of networks and nominal Voltage Un

ASN9400VE 1

Overvoltage protection modes

Any type

Any type

"3L" mode

"3 +1" and "3L+N" modes

Recommended earthing systems

Any type

Any type

TNC and IT without N

TT, TNS and IT with N

no

possible (circuit breakers)

Possible (fuses)

Possible (fuses)

Possible no no

Possible Possible no

Possible no Possible

Possible no Possible

50 mm2 /50 mm2 1.5 mm2

35 mm2 / 50 mm2 1.5 mm2

35 mm2 / 50 mm2 1.5 mm2

35 mm2 / 50 mm2 1.5 mm2

PG13

PG13

PG13

PG13

25 x 22 x 15 cm

40 x 30 x 17 cm

40 x 30 x 17 cm

40 x 30 x 17 cm

ASM9100VE

ASM9200VE

ASM9300VE 1

ASM9400VE 1

Backup overcurrent protection (type) Auxiliary terminals OF associated to SPD to SPD and circuit breakers to SPD and fuses Terminal max. capacity

network / earth Auxiliary dry contatcs

Cable glands (metallic enclosures only) Maximum dimensions (H x W x D) Metallic enclosures 1

ASN9300VE 1 ASN9200VE 230 V single phase and 230 / 400 V three phase

Fuses holders (fuses Ø 22 x 58 mm) directly integrated in the cabinets.

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Overvoltage products Main power supplies Transient overvoltages VE range Modular cabinets - 120/208 V and 230/400 V networks Protection of Mains inputs Recommendations: Protection against overvoltages associated to fuses with high flow capacity for installations with short circuit currents Icc larger than 5 kA1. • Protection of HVLV transformers on the low voltage side (Pa ≥ 150 kVA for three phase networks)2 • Protection of Main Boards (MB) • Protection of Distribution Boards with short circuit currents Icc larger than 5 kA. Ranges

T2-C2D/17 mm, T2-M/10 kA

T2-C1D/40 kA, T2-C2D, T2-M/40 kA

T1-12.5, T2-C1D/60 kA

T1-25

ASS4032FU (32 A), x4

ASS4040FU (40 A), x4

-

-

ASS4080FU (80 A), x4 ASS5080FU (80 A), x4

ASS4125FU (125 A), x4 ASS5125FU (125 A), x4

TT, TNS, IT+N Systems Fuses (gG type) Fuses for remote monitoring (gG type)3 Auxiliary dry contacts OF associated Associated cabinets

ASS9400CA ASN9400VE or ASM9400VE

TNC, IT systems Fuses (gG type) Fuses for remote monitoring (gG type)3 Auxiliary dry contacts OF associated Associated cabinets 1 2

ASS4032FU (32 A), x3 -

ASS4040FU (40 A), x3 -

ASS4080FU (80 A), x3 ASS5080FU (80 A), x3

ASS4125FU (125 A), x3 ASS5125FU (125 A), x3

ASS9300CA ASN9300VE or ASM9300VE

Icc: larger short circuit current (fault current) than can be delivered by the transformer at the installation location of the cabinet. Pa: Power of the transformer. 3 Fuses show all fusion of the fuses.

Protection of lines and Distribution boards (DB) Recommendations: Protections against overvoltages associated to the circuit breakers (C class) for installations with short circuit currents Icc lower than 5 kA1. • Protection of distribution boards (DB) • Small HVLV transformers on the low voltage side (Pa ≤ 150 kVA for three phase networks)2 • Main Boards (MB) with short circuit currents Icc lower than 5 KA. T2-C2D/17 mm, T2-M/10 kA

T2-C1D/40 kA, T2-C2D, T2-M/40 kA

T1-12.5, T2-C1D/60 kA

T1-25

TT, TNS, IT+N systems (4 poles) Protection circuit breaker (C class)

ASS1615DQ (16 A)

ASS2515DQ (25 A)

ASS5015DQ (50 A)

ASS6315DQ (63 A)

TNC, IT systems Protection circuit breaker (C class)

ASS1615DT (16 A)

ASS2515DT (25 A)

ASS5015DT (50 A)

ASS6315DT (63 A)

ASS1615DD (16 A)

ASS2515DD (25 A) ASS5015DD (50 A) ASS9200CA ASN9200VE or ASM9200VE

ASS6315DD (63 A)

Ranges

TT, TNS, IT+N systems (2 poles) Protection circuit breaker (C class) Auxiliary dry contact OF associated Associated cabinets

Services (4) Remote monitoring Ranges Auxiliary dry contacts for remote monitoring

T2-C2D/17 mm, T2-M/10 kA

T2-C1D/40 kA, T2-C2D, T2-M/40 kA

T1-12.5, T2-C1D/60 kA

T1-25

Optional

Recommended

Recommended

Highly recommended

Type of auxiliary dry contacts

Code

Associated to the SPD

ASS9100CA

Associated to the SPD and to a circuit breaker (for any earthing system)

ASS9200CA

Associated to the SPD and to fuses for TNC and IT without N earthing systems

ASS9300CA

Associated to the SPD and to fuses for TT, TNS and IT+N

ASS9400CA

Other services Other services possible upon request.

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Overvoltage products Main power supplies Transient overvoltages VE range Modular cabinets - 120/208 V and 230/400 V networks Protection of an industrial site with a very high lightning risk level Example of a site with TNC-S earthing system. Protection of the main security building is T1-12.5 type (building protected with a lightning conductor). Protections integrated on DIN rails within the distribution boards are not discussed.

HVLV High Voltage / Low Voltage transformer MB

Main Board

DB

Distribution Board

F

Backup fuses or circuit breaker

P

SPD (surge arrestor)

DB1 bg.1 (TNS)

C F

DB1 bg.1 DB2 bg.1

HVLV (TNC) transformer F

DB bg.2 (TNS)

DB bg.2

B

A

Equip.

PE

MB bg.1 (TNC)

PEN (PE)

F

F Equip.

Equip.

PEN (PE)

E

D PE

Transformer earthing system

Foundation earth electrode

Protections A and B L1

L2

P G13

L3

PG1 3

P G13

P G13

TNC "3L" fuses with dry contacts F US

FU S

Protection C L1

PEN

L2

PG1 3

L3

PG1 3

PG13

N PG13

Protection D L1

PE PG1 3

L2

PG13

L3

PG1 3

TNS "3+1"

TNS "3+1"

circuit breaker with dry contacts

circuit breaker with dry contacts

prewired auxiliary dry contact

prewired auxiliary dry contact

N PG1 3

PG13

PE PG13

FU S

prewired auxiliary dry contact

TRI P ro te ct io n

11 14

P ro te c ti o n

Pro te ct i o n

Pr o te c ti o n

P ro te ct io n

Pr o te c ti o n

11 14

P ro te c ti o n

11 14

to remote monitoring

to remote monitoring

to remote monitoring

Protection

HVLV transformer

MB Bg.1 production, stocks, …

DB1 Bg.1 offices, computer rooms

DB Bg.2 security building

Bg.2 alarm & control system

Protection type

A protection T1-25 / TNC system

B protection T1-12.5 / TNC system

C protection T2-C1D / TNS system

D protection T1-12.5 / TNS system

E protection T2-M / TNS system

230 / 400 V three phase

230 / 400 V three phase

230 V single phase

ASS8212A2

ASS1112C1 (x2)

ASS4102C2

Network type SPD Backup protection

230 / 400 V three phase 230 / 400 V three phase ASS1112C1 (x1) ASS3312T1 (x3) ASS1112L1 (x1) ASS5125FU (x3) ASS5125FU (x3)

ASS5015DQ

ASS5015DQ

ASS2515DD

Cabinet

ASM9300VE

ASM9300VE

ASN9200VE

ASM9200VE

ASN9200VE

Dry contacts

ASS9300CA

ASS9300CA

ASS9200CA

ASS9200CA

ASS9200CA

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Overvoltage products Main power supplies Transient overvoltages VE range Modular cabinets - 230/400 V~ networks Protection of an industrial site with a very high lightning risk level Example based on the same site with an IT+N earthing system (refer to previous diagram). Protection

HVLV transformer

Main Board (Bg.1)1 production, stocks, …

DB1 Building 1 offices, computer rooms

DB Building 2 Security building

Building 22 Alarm & control system

None

F protection T1-25 / IT+N system

G protection T2-C1D / IT+N system

G protection T1-12.5 / IT+N system

G protection T2-M / IT+N system

Protection type

230 / 400 V three phase

230 / 400 V three phase

230 / 400 V three phase

230 V single phase

SPD

ASS3314T1 (x4)

ASS8214A2

ASS1118A1

ASS4204T2 (x2)

Backup protection

ASS5125FU (x4)

ASS5015DQ

ASS5015DQ

ASS2515DD

Cabinet

ASM9400VE

ASN9200VE

ASM9200VE

ASN9200VE

Dry contacts

ASS9400CA

ASS9200CA

ASS9200CA

ASS9200CA

Network type

1

The HVLV transformer protection being not implemented, the MB protection is reinforced with a SPD type 1 with Iimp = 25 kA. 2 Single phase protection similar to G protection (with 2 poles protection).

Protections F

Protection G

L1

L1

L2

PG 13

L3

PG 13

N PG 1 3

PG 13

L2

PG 13

L3

PG 13

Protection H

N

L1

PG 13

PG 13

IT+N "3L+N"

IT+N "3L+N"

TT "3+1"

fuses with dry contacts

circuit breaker with dry contacts

fuses with dry contacts

FUS

FUS

FUS

FUS

L3

PG 13

FUS

prewired auxiliary dry contact

prewired auxiliary dry contact

L2

PG 13

N PG 13

PG 13

FUS

FUS

FUS

prewired auxiliary dry contact Pr otec tion

P rotec tion

Pr otec tion

Pr otec tion

11 14

Pr otec tion

Pr otec tion

Prot ec tion

Pr otec tion

P rot ec tio n

Pr otec tion

P rotec t io n

Pr otec tion

P rotec t io n

11 14

Pr otec tion

P rotec t io n

Pr otec tion

11 14

to remote monitoring

to remote monitoring

to remote monitoring

Protection of a university campus with a high lightning risk level The site is composed of: the technical building housing the Main Board and the boiler room (building 1) - the main building (building 2) housing the reception, classrooms, offices and a computer room - one restaurant (building 3), the students lodge (building 4) and the security lodge (building 5). The overall site is distributed along with a TT earthing system and it is protected against direct lightning with lighting rods. Protections are implemented in key secured cabinets while the HVLV transformer is not implemented. Protection

Main Board (Bg.1) technical premises

DB1 Building 2 offices, computer room, …

Protection type

H protection T2-C1D / TT system

Network type SPD Backup protection

H protection T2-C2D / TT system

DB Building 3 restaurant H1 protection T2-C2D / TT system

DB Building 4 Students lodge C2 protection T2-C2D / TT system

H3 protection T2-C2D / TT system

230 / 400 V three phase

230 / 400 V three phase

230 / 400 V three phase

230 / 400 V three phase

230 V single phase

ASS8212A2

ASS4212D2

ASS4212D2

ASS4212D2

ASS4202E2

DB Building 5 Security lodge

ASS5125FU (x4)

ASS5080FU (x4)

ASS2515DQ

ASS2515DQ

ASS2515DD

Cabinet

ASM9400VE

ASM9400VE

ASM9200VE

ASM9200VE

ASM9200VE

Dry contacts

ASS9400CA

ASS9400CA

ASS9200CA

ASS9200CA

ASS9200CA

1

Protection H with a 25 A circuit breaker. Similar to protection C (see previous page) with a 25 A circuit breaker and without the PE (PE not distributed for TT systems). 3 Single phase protection (2 poles protection) similar to protection H with a 25 A circuit breaker. 2

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Overvoltage products Electric networks Plug in conditioners type 3 SPD - PP and RP ranges 10 kA and 15 kA plug in conditioners - TT or TNS systems 230/400 V networks 16 A - Level III applications Standards: NF C 61-740 Description These protections are designed for protecting sensitive equipments as well professional as domestic (computers, telephone, fax, TV, video tape recorder, video, Hi fi, radio, alarm, deep-freeze, heating regulation, …). It is characterised by a low residual overvoltage and a very fast response which make them very efficient for protecting sensitive electric and electronic equipment against lightning induced surges and AC power interference. These protections are directly connected to 16 A - 230 V sockets and as close as possible to the equipment to protect. Any definitive failure makes the visualisation control system (LED based) turn off while the equipment and the overall installation can still be used, the default line being automatically disconnected by the internal disconnection system. Products equipped with the children protection and against fault currents. Ordering code

ASS6234RP

ASS6233RP

ASS6232RP

ASS6231RP

ASS6922RP

ASS6228RP

Nominal voltage

230 V

Un

L-N, L-PE and N-PE / MOV + GDT

Protection modes1 / Technology 2 Maximum permanent operating voltage Uc

280 V

Discharge current

In Imax

6 kA 10 kA

Up

1.2 kV

Protection level

Number of protected sockets terminal

-

Additional functions supplied

4

1

1

3

Circuit breaker

Filter EMI/RFI 40 dB 2 MHz

Computer Protection

Phone, fax Protection

Voltage Controller

no

yes

yes

no

yes

no

435x75x45 mm

435x75x45 mm

435x75x45 mm

285x75x45 mm

700 g

800 g

800 g

500 g

Main switch with light indicator Dimensions

4

4

Weight

ASS6240PP

Ordering code Nominal voltage

ASS6244PP

ASS6243PP

230 V

Un

L-N, L-PE and N-PE / MOV + GDT

Protection modes1 / Technology2

250 V

Maximum permanent operating voltage Uc Discharge current

800 g

600 g

ASS6242PP

ASS6241PP

285x75x45 mm 435x75x45 mm

In Imax

Protection level

6 kA 10 kA

10 kA 15 kA

Up

10 kA 15 kA

10 kA 15 kA

10 kA 15 kA

1 kV Protection TV + filter EMI/RFI

Satellite protection + filter EMI/RFI

Tel./fax protection + filter EMI/RFI

Number of protected socket terminal

-

Discharge current max.

-

Filter EMI/RFI 40 dB 2 MHz -

10 kA

10 kA

10 kA

Cut off voltage

-

-

200 V

200 V

180 V

150 x 85 x 60 mm

150 x 85 x 60 mm

1 GHz / 1 dB 150 x 85 x 60 mm

1 GHz / 1 dB 150 x 85 x 60 mm

150 x 85 x 60 mm

140 g

190 g

210 g

210 g

140 g

Max. frecuency / Attenuation Dimensions Weight Response time Residual current / Issue current Thermal disconnection / end of life indicator Max. capacity / Protection device3 Short circuit withstand Differential circuit breaker (RCD)4 Operating temperature range Material

< 25 ns < 1 mA / without Yes / LED green off: fault 3520 VA / 16 A 5 kA Selective or delayed - 5 kA min. (8/20) (IEC 60364: 3 kA) - 20 / +40 °C Polyester thermoplastic UL 94 V-0

Installation rules and electrical safety: NF C 15-100, IEC 60364 or the electrical national standard equivalent. 1 L: line. N: neutral. PE: earth. 2 MOV: varistors. GDT: encapsulated sparkgaps. 3 Max. gauge of the device upstream the SPD. 4 RCD compulsory upstream the SPD.

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Overvoltage products Strategic networks

Surge suppressers (Up ≤ 100 V) 40 kA protection - 230/400 V~ Comply with EN 60950 standard Description Strategic installations need specific protections with very high performances able to simultaneous absorb very high energies with voltages ranging up to thousands of volts and to let go through towards the equipment to protect very low residual overvoltages (< 100 V). The surge suppresser combines both functions together with continuous servicing of the installation even after discharges with very high energies such as direct lightning discharges. The product is dedicated for protecting equipment such as: - telecommunications and radio-communications centres, Hertzian relays, … - Main distribution cabinets of automotive systems, computer centres, …) - very sensitive isolated systems…

The operating principle of the product is based on cascade association of 3 subsystems with different protecting modes, each of them being especially relevant and conferring to the surge suppresser a maximum reliability and improved performances relatively to standard protective devices: - a primary protection level based on the parallel association of high energy varistors which absorb most of the energy of the discharge, the energy being transferred to the earthing system. This 1st level of protection is redundant (double protection conferring a maximum reliability to the surge suppresser) and each active conductor is protected by varistors mounted in between the active conductors and the earth (common protection mode). - A 1/1 screening transformer as the secondary protection stage especially designed for suppressing surge overvoltages (transients) transferred down through the varistor’s stages. - a capacitive stage (third protection stage) absorbing the residual energy and spikes transmitted at the output of the screening transformer. The surge suppresser is installed in series with the power line of the installation to protect. Circuit breakers protect the input and the output of the suppresser itself (protection of the transformer mainly) and the overall installation located downstream, these circuit breakers being especially calibrated and adapted to each particular application (single or three phase power network, differential current device at the output for TT or TN-S systems, …). Normal operation of the product with no load and up to its maximum capacity shows very little in line energy losses and almost no current/voltage phase shift (cos j ª 0.95). The power of the product will be defined according to the needs of the installation to protect, starting currents possible future extensions of the installation.

Type of network

Single phase 230 V

Power (kVA) Nominal discharge current EN 61641-11, IEC 61643-1

4/5 In

6/8

50/100

40 kA, 8/20 µs wave Up

P yes

Integrated automatic disconnection Dimensions (mm)

5/15/30

20 kA, 15 times, 8/20 µs wave

Maximum discharge current EN 61641-11, IEC 61643-1 Protection level (residual overvoltage at In)

Three phase 230/400 V

Height

600

820

1400 or 1700

1900

Width

600

600

700

900

Depth

350

350

400

700

Request our services for changes of specifications, items or other inquiries (products designed according to the needs, dimensions, …).

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Overvoltage products Strategic networks

Surge suppressers (Up ≤ 100 V) 40 kA protection - 230/400 V~ The surge suppresser will be installed in an open space room following the procedures detailed in the installation instructions delivered with the product. Incoming and outgoing conductors (and any other cable) will be physically separated to avoid any possible cross-coupling. Connection to the main earth will be done according to the rule of the shortest possible path. All earth cables must be interconnected (IEC 60364).

Synopsis of the surge suppresser for TT earthing systems

ICB: input circuit breaker

Screening transformer

Capacitive stage

OCB: output circuit breaker

Mains input Equip.

With RCD Circuit breaker n°1

Circuit breaker n°2

Remote control system ICB: 3 poles OCB: 4 poles (with neutral conductor disconnection)

Varistors’s stage n°1

Varistors’s stage n°2

PE (earth) Earthing system

Ordering code

ASB3005 AB

ASB3015 AB

ASB3030 AB

ASB3050 AB

ASB3100 AB

Power

5 kVA

15 kVA

30 kVA

50 kVA

100 kVA

Input and output circuit breakers (Class D)1

10 A

40 A

63 A

100 A

200 A

7A

22 A

43 A

72 A

145 A

Current Earthing systems

Product adapted to the type of earthing systems upon request 40 kA (8/20 µs wave)

Upstream energy protection Intermediate protection stage Residual protection stage ("filtering")

Redundant protection in common mode Suppression of the residual overvoltages with a 1/1 screening transformer Residual energy transmitted through the transformer absorbed by capacitive stage

Response time

< 25 ns

Integrated circuit breakers

Varistors: 100 A gG/gL fuses / capacitors: 10 A gG fuses

Remote monitoring, auxiliary terminals

Detection of the varistor’s end of life

Internal short circuit withstand

25 kA /50 Hz

Terminal capacity

16 to 35 mm2

Operating temperature range

- 10 °C / + 45 °C in a open space room

Protection index

IP20

Mounting Weight 1

Fixed rack (wheels under request) 170 kg

230 kg

350 kg

580 kg

700 kg

Inputs with a 3 poles circuit breaker and outputs with 3 or 4 poles (delta to star type screening transformer). Depending on the type of earthing system, the downstream circuit breaker is integrated with a differential residual current device.

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Overvoltage products Strategic networks Transient overvoltages Telecommunication 19" rack units Protection of telecommunication base stations 230 V~ Single phase The telecommunication protection units are designed for very severe applications in highly exposed areas. They are equipped with high performance protective devices characterised by a very high energy flow capacity and a very low residual (or "letthrough") overvoltage what makes the units very effective for protecting telecommunication units against lightning induced discharges and AC power interference from the mains. Standard configuration of the units combines all the functions needed for the protection of a base station: - protection of the mains with 6 outputs equipped with series filters. This protection is redundant, - protection of up to 42 telecommunication or data transmission lines with different voltages adapted to the foreseen application (6 to 170 V), - protection of 2 coaxial lines with 50 Ω or 75 Ω impedance. Protection of the mains is based on the use of high energy varistors characterized by a very high flow capacity with an optimum protection level (redundancy insured by a double protection1). In the event of any definitive failure, continuous servicing is maintained while the internal automatic disconnection system isolates the defective device. Telecommunication and data transmission lines are protected by the association of surge arrestors and diodes insuring very fast operation, high flow capacity and low let through overvoltages. The units are secured by an emergency stop. They are equipped with on site control and survey systems-alarm, light indicators for servicing and defect operation modes and allow remote control monitoring. Thermal stabilisation of the units is achieved with an air exhaust monitored by a thermal sensor and filtered vents. The use of an auxiliary 24 V external source is also made possible with a pre-cabled assembly.

Based on standard 19" (42 steps) racks with adjustable depth, the dimensions of the units are 210 x 60 x 80 mm. A secured glass door permits direct access to the front control panel, the coaxial and auxiliary outputs, mains and telecommunication lines being all located at the back and accessible through the secured rear door. The unit’s structures and panels are made out of steel colour RAL7030 and RAL7032. Self – blocking wheels facilitate their use.

Main functions of the 19" - 42 units base stations1

1

Ordering code ASS 1001 to 1004 AP

230 V~ single phase main power supply (IEC 60947, IEC 61643-1 EN 61643-11 standards)

Emergency stop On line indicator 40 kA (8/20 µs wave) redundant protection with plug-in modules 6 protected lines equipped with series filters (40 Db at 2 MHz) and fuses Continuous servicing + automatic disconnection of the defective device Alarm + on site survey system with the possibility of remote control monitoring

48 V / 170 V Telecommunication lines (IEC 61643-21 standards and recommendations CCITT)

42 lines protected uo to 10 kA (wave 8/20 µs) with 2 pairs plug-in modules

Coaxial lines (CECC 22000 and IEC 60-1 standards)

2 lines (50 Ω or 75 Ω) with 20 kA (8/20 µs wave), protection and N type connectors

Auxiliary external power supply

6 outputs for 24 V applications with specific connections + on line indicator

Thermal stabilisation

On line indicator + forced running mode

Specific modifications or any other functionality can be introduced upon request.

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Overvoltage products Strategic networks Transient overvoltages Description The units will be installed in an open space room according to the installation instructions supplied with the equipment. Incoming and outgoing cables will be physically separated to avoid any possible cross-coupling. Connection to the main earth will be done according to the rule of the shortest possible path. All earth cables must be interconnected (IEC 60364).

Synopsis of a unit’s power supply

Equip. 1 Emergency stop Filters

Mains input

Fuses Equip. 5

Redundant protection

Control Aux. Fans

To remote control system

Control and forced running mode

PE (earth)

Earthing system

Main specifications of the protection for the mains: 230 V~ single phase main power supply 40 kA, 1 time, 8/20 µs1 wave

Max. discharge current (IEC 61643-1, EN 61643-11) Protection level Up Integrated thermal disconnection

1.5 kV at 15 kA (8/20 µs wave) Yes with on site mechanical indicator + dry contacts for remote control monitoring 10 mm2 max.

Terminal capacity Operating temperature range 1

- 10 °C / + 45 °C in a open space room

The protection is redundant (2 stages of protection mounted in parallel insuring a high efficiency), i.e, 80 kA effective flow capacity.

Main specifications of the protection for telecommunication lines with 48 V and 170 V nominal voltages2 Max. discharge current (IEC 61643-1, EN 61643-21) Protection level Up (defined for the nominal current In) Nominal voltage Un (max. permanent operating voltage Uc) Impedance – max. running current

10 kA, 2 times, 8/20 µs wave 70 V

300 V

48 V (53 V max.)

170 V (190 V max.)

impedance < 10 Ω - series protection, 200 mA max. 2.5 mm2 max.

Terminal capacity 2

Possibility of mixing protections with different nominal voltages.

Main specifications of the protections for 50 Ω coaxial lines3 Max. discharge current (IEC 60-1) DC and impulse spark-over voltages Bandwith Reflection coefficient and attenuation Maximum power 3

20 kA, 10 times (8/20 µs wave) DC: 90 V ± 20% / impulse: < 600 V at 1 kV/µs 0 - 2 GHz Reflection: 20 dB (R.O.S. < 1.22) / attenuation: < 0.2 dB 30 W

Refer to technical data sheets of the "Coaxial networks - UHF transmission lines protections" for more information or other products.

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Overvoltage products Overvoltage counter 300 A to 100 kA Tests of conformity carried by LCIE Description The overvoltage counter is intended for detecting and recording surge currents on any installations equipped with overvoltage protection systems (surge currents with atmospheric origins such as lightning strikes, interference produced on the mains…). Designed for DIN foot systems, it is installed in serial on the path of the discharge current towards the earthing system, i.e on the earth conductor in serial in between the overvoltage protection device and earth system. The use of such apparatus allows to maintain and to secure lightning protection installations through routine inspections. The overvoltage controller operates with no internal or external power supply and it does not need any particular maintenance. Recommended for expertise purposes and Insurance Companies.

Ordering code Counting range Counter threshold (IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 standards) (Detected minimum discharge current) Detected maximum discharge current IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 standards Permanent working current Terminal capacity Necessity of circuit-breaker Operating temperature range Enclosure’s protection index Mounting Dimensions Weight Other family products 1 2

Value corresponding to the maximum discharge current available in the testing facility. With converters.

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AFV 0908 CS 00 to 99 300 A, 8/20 µs wave (no detection below 150 A) 100 kA, 8/20 µs1 wave (150 kA, 4/10 µs wave) None 6 mm2 min. to 50 mm2 max.2 No - 20 °C / + 60 °C IP20 On symmetrical 35 mm DIN rail foot - EN 50022 90 x 64 x 36 mm 240 g Lightning strike counter, code. AFV 0907 CF

Overvoltage products Main power supplies Coordination coils and filters - 230/400 V~ Comply with IEC 60364 and EN 138000 standards Description Overvoltage protection of mains may need in the case of specific applications the arrangement in cascade of multiple levels of surge protective devices. It will then be essential to make these devices compatible together. The device compatibility is of critical interest when these have to be integrated in the same cabinet making the length of the cables interconnecting consecutive devices shorter than 10 m. The devices are made compatible using coordination coils which are inserted in series in between each consecutive protection.

Ordering code

AFV …

0035 SL

Nominal voltage Un Nominal current In

32 A

63 A

Nominal inductance Ln

15 µH

Static resistance Rs Recommended circuit breaker1, 2 Internal short circuit withstand

0063 SL

500 V / 50 - 60 Hz

~ 5 mΩ 32 A

63 A

25 kA / 50 Hz with recommended circuit breaker

Terminal capacity

6 to 35 mm2 max.

Operating temperature range

- 20 °C / + 80 °C

Enclosure’s protection index Mounting Dimensions (H x D x W) Weight

IP20 On symmetrical 35 mm DIN rail foot - EN 50022 87 x 65 x 35 mm

87 x 65 x 70 mm

300 g

660 g

Sensitive equipment may need high quality power supplies what can be ensured by filtering the inputs. The series filter ASS 6404 EV is a low pass PI filter with 40 dB attenuation at 2 MHz and a 3 dB cut off frequency of 50 kHz (refer to measurements). It will be inserted downstream the overvoltage protection and it can be used in front of any equipment with 16 A max. current needs. Designed for filtering single phase power supplies, their association make filtering of three phase power supplies also possible.

Ordering code

ASS 6404 EV

Nominal voltage Un

250 V / 50 - 60 Hz

Nominal current In

16 A

Line inductance

400 µH

Parasitic capacitance

~ 20 nF

Recommended circuit breaker1

Circuit breaker 16 A class C

Internal short circuit withstand

10 kA / 50 Hz with recommended circuit breaker

Terminal capacity Operating temperature range Enclosure’s protection index Mounting Dimensions (H x D x W) Weight

1.5 to 2.5 mm2 - 20 °C / + 60 °C IP20 On symmetrical 35 mm DIN rail foot - EN 50022 90 x 58 x 35 mm 150 g

1

Required only if not already provided by the mains or if the upstream circuit breaker which is already installed is bigger that specified. 2 gG / gL fuses or circuit breaker class C.

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Overvoltage products Telecommunication - Data transmission

Multi-line housings

86

8 to 64 pairs housing 2 pairs plug-in module

Wall protections

87

1 to 4 pairs module

DIN modules

88

1 pair module

Computer networks

89

Coaxial computer networks Special computer networks – PG

Coaxial networks UHF coaxial networks – 50 ohms – N / DIN / 7/16 UHF coaxial networks – 50 ohms – BNC / TNC UHF coaxial networks – Quarter wave – N / DIN / 7/16 UHF coaxial networks – 75 ohms

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Overvoltage products Telecommunication - Data transmission Comply and tested with CCIT/1998 recommendations and NFC 61-740/1995 and IEC 60-1 standards Concerns The surge protective devices for the data transmission and Coaxstops are designed for protecting against overvoltages of atmospheric origin (lightning and electrostatic) the equipments connected to any nearby network. Highly energetic discharges with long duration times, overvoltages larger than the component’s damage threshold voltage of electronic equipment, overvoltages with steep slopes. Whether routed inside or outside the buildings, any transmission line is at risk from such discharges and the use of protections as here presented is highly recommended for protecting the equipment to which they are connected.

Purpose The induced current is diverted to the earth before it can reach the equipment connected to the network while the overvoltage is kept to a harmless level and the equipment running. These devices do not alter in any significant way the characteristics of the lines.

Applications The Coaxstops are recommended for protecting any equipment connected to coaxial networks such as in the case of GSM applications, satellite and TV transmission/reception, UHF data transmissions systems, video units, microwave relays… The user will verify proper fitting of the product’s rated maximum power with the network’s maximum power, and when applicable, that the DC voltage transmitted by the network is lower than the static (DC) spark-over voltage of the protection (90 V or 1000 V in the case of the spark gap based protections). The other protections are recommended for the protection of the equipments linked to Telecom networks or datas transmission such as telephone exchange systems, terminals, solar energy, automation, robotic, computer and Ethernet equipments, RNIS, alarms, telephone answering machine, modems, fax, telex, specialized lines or current loop. For these protections, the user will check that the maximal voltage transferred by the network in permanent system is not superior to the threshold voltage specified of the protection, and that the operating intensity of the line is compatible with the maximum intensity of the surge protective device operating.

Interest and performances The Coaxstops are bi-directionnal protections and equipped with passive components only. They can be used for large bandwidth applications from 0 to 2.5 GHz or at specific frequencies (Quarter wave Coaxstops®). Moreover spark gap (gas arrestors) based products can transfer on the inner conductor a DC voltage to the downstream equipment within the limit of the DC spark over voltage of the capsule. These products have a high discharge current capacity (flow capacities up to 100 kA) and a residual (or let-through) overvoltage lower than 100 V.

Installation These protections are inserted in series with the coaxial lines and located nearby (upstream and as close as possible) to the equipment to be protected. It will be connected to the earth according to the rule of the shortest possible path (all earth conductors must be interconnected). The end of life of these protection is reported as the loss of the signal or as communication interruption, and it will be replaced automatically.

Output

Network access

AS.....

EQUIPMENT

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Overvoltage products Telecommunication - Data transmission 10 kA protections - Multi-line housings 8 to 64 pairs modular units to equip with 2 pairs plug-in modules - Comply with CCITT / 1988 recommendations EN 61643-21 standard Description The multi-line housings AST 7400 CC, equipped with 2 pairs plug-in modules, are designed to protect communication and data transmission lines against lightning induced surges and interference. These protections are installed in series with the network signalling their end of life with the loss of the communication while keeping the protected equipment safe from outside perturbations. They consist of a multi-level protection that enables to get both fast operation and low residual overvoltages, this along with a high derivation capacity of transients achieved using gas arrestors. These products are especially designed for telephone exchange systems, terminals. Plug-in modules exist for operating voltages of 6, 12, 24, 48 or 170 V and modules with different voltages can be mixed in the same safety cabinet and spare modules can be kept on unused locations.

Multi lines housings Ordering code

AST …

Number of pairs (number of modules) Dimensions Weight

7403 CC

7404 CC

7405 CC

7402 CC

8 (4)

16 (8)

32 (16)

64 (32)

150 x 130 x 70 mm

150 x 210 x 70 mm

150 x 410 x 70 mm

300 x 410 x 70 mm

0.66 kg

1.03 kg

1.85 kg

3.58 kg

Network: 2.5 mm2 max. - earth: 6 or 10 mm2 with spade terminal

Terminal capacity

Plug-in modules (2 pairs units) Ordering code

AST …

7410 CC

7451 CC

7409 CC

7408 CC

7407 CC

RS422, MIC RNIS T2

RS232, LS RS485

Current loops, LS

LS, Telex, ISDN T0

RTC, fax…

Nominal voltage Un

6V

12 V

24 V

48 V

170 V

Maximum permanent operating voltage Uc (cut off voltage)

12 V

15 V

27 V

53 V

190 V

Protection level Up (max. residual overvoltage)

20 V

25 V

35 V

70 V

300 V

0 - 6 MHz

0 - 7 MHz

0 - 10 MHz

0 - 12 MHz

0 - 20 MHz

< 800 pf

< 600 pf

< 300 pf

< 200 pf

< 150 pf

Type of networks (non exhaustive examples)

3 dB bandwidth with 50 Ω Parasitic capacitance Nominal discharge current In According to IEC 60-1 standard

5 kA, 10 times, 8/20 µs wave (7 kA, 4/10 µs wave)

Maximum discharge current According to IEC 60-1 standard

10 kA, 2 times, 8/20 µs wave (15 kA, 4/10 µs wave)

Discharge current for long duration waves Response time Type of protection and impedance of line

200 A, 200 times, 10/1000 µs wave < 1 ns Series protection - impedance < 10 Ω

Max. running current

200 mA

Permanent working current (leakage current)

< 5 µA

Follow on current Total failure End of life detection Operating temperature range Dimensions and weight of 1 module Associated product

86

None Short-circuit Communication interrupted - 10 °C / + 50 °C 63 x 51 x 20 mm - 65 g Plug-in module controller, code AST7400TM

Overvoltage products Telecommunication - Data transmission 10 kA protections - 2 to 4 pairs Comply with CCITT / 1988 recommendations and EN 61643-21 standard

Description The AST 7460-80 CC range – 2 to 4 pairs products – is designed for protecting communication and data transmission lines against the overvoltages of atmospheric origins and interference. These protections are installed in series with the network, signalling their end of life with the loss of the communication, while keeping the protected equipment safe from outside perturbations. They consist of a multi-level protection that enables to get fast operation and low residual overvoltages (2nd protection stage based on diodes), this along with a high derivation capacity of transients that is achieved using gas arrestors (1st stage). Products available for operating voltages of 6, 12, 24, 48 or 170 V.

Ordering codes 2 pairs protection 3 pairs protection 4 pairs protection Type of networks (non exhaustive examples)

AST … AST … AST …

7466 CC

RS422, MIC RNIS T2

7467 CC

7468 CC 7463 CC

7469 CC 7459 CC 7464 CC

7470 CC 7460 CC 7465 CC

7462 CC RS232, LS RS485

Current loops, LS

LS, Telex, RNIS ISDN T0

RTC, fax…

Nominal voltage Un

6V

12 V

24 V

48 V

170 V

Maximum permanent operating voltage Uc (cut off voltage)

12 V

15 V

27 V

53 V

190 V

Protection level Up (Max. residual overvoltage at In)

20 V

25 V

35 V

70 V

300 V

0 - 6 MHz

0 - 7 MHz

0 - 10 MHz

0 - 12 MHz

0 - 20 MHz

< 800 pf

< 600 pf

< 300 pf

< 200 pf

< 150 pf

3 dB bandwidth with 50 Ω Parasitic capacitance Nominal discharge current In According to IEC 60-1 standard

6 kA, 20 times, 8/20 µs wave (9 kA, 4/10 µs wave)

Maximum discharge current According to IEC 60-1 standard

10 kA, 2 times, 8/20 µs wave (15 kA, 4/10 µs wave)

Discharge current for long duration waves Response time

200 A, 200 times, 10/1000 µs wave < 1 ns

Type of protection

Serie

Impedance of line

6 Ω max.

Max. running current

200 mA

Permanent working current (leakage current)

< 5 µA

Follow on current

None

Total failure End of life detection Terminal capacity Operating temperature range Protection index of enclosure Mounting Dimensions Weight

Short-circuit Communication interrupted Network: 2.5 mm2 max. - earth: 2.5 min. to 6 mm2 max. (with spade terminal) - 20 °C / + 60 °C IP20 Wall mounting, 4 screws 120 x 60 x 31 mm < 60 g

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Overvoltage products Telecommunication - Data transmission 10 kA protections - 1 pair product Comply with CCITT/ 1988 recommendations and EN 61643-21 standard

Description The AST4000CC range of overvoltage protections is designed to protect communication and data transmission lines against lightning induced surges and interference. These protections are installed in series with the network and end up after total failure in a short circuit, meaning the communication is interrupted. They consist of a multi-level protection that enables to get fast operation and low residual ("let through") overvoltages (2nd protection stage based on very fast diodes), this along with a high derivation capacity of transients that is achieved using gas arrestors (1st stage). Protections available for the following working voltages: 6, 12, 24, 48 or 170 V. Although inserted in series with the network, the AST4007CC product is a parallel protection based on gas arrestors only (i.e with a 0 Ω impedance) and dedicated for large bandwidth applications at very high frequencies.

on DIN rail

AST4006CC

AST4005CC

AST4004CC

AST4003CC

AST4001CC

AST4007CC1

wall

AST7415CC

AST7416CC

AST7412CC

AST7413CC

AST7414CC

-

RS422, MIC RNIS T2

RS232, LS RS485

Current loops, LS

LS, Telex RNIS T0

RTC, fax…

ISDN

Nominal voltage Un

6V

12 V

24 V

48 V

170 V

-

Maximum permanent operating voltage Uc (cut off voltage)

12 V

15 V

27 V

53 V

190 V

190 V

Protection level Up (Max. residual overvoltage at In)

20 V

25 V

35 V

70 V

300 V

< 600 V2

0 - 6 MHz

0 - 7 MHz

0 - 10 MHz

0 - 12 MHz

0 - 20 MHz

0 - 100 MHz

< 800 pf

< 600 pf

< 300 pf

< 200 pf

< 150 pf

< 20 pf

Ordering code

Types of networks (non exhaustive examples)

3 dB bandwidth with 50 Ω Parasitic capacitance Nominal discharge current In According to IEC 60-1

5 kA, 20 times, 8/20 µs wave (9 kA, 4/10 µs wave)

10 kA (15 kA)

Maximum discharge current According to IEC 60-1

10 kA, 2 times, 8/20 µs wave (15 kA, 4/10 µs wave)

10 kA (15 kA)

Discharge current for long duration waves

200 A, 200 times, 10/1000 µs wave

200 A

< 1 ns

< 100 ns

Type of protection

Series

Parallel

Impedance of line

6 Ω max.

0Ω

Max. running current

200 mA

3A

Permanent working current (leakage current)

< 5 µA

< 1 µA

Response time

Follow on current Total failure End of life detection Terminal capacity Operating temperature range Protection index of enclosure Mounting Dimensions Weight 1 2

None

None

Short-circuit

Open line

Communication interrupted Network: 0.5 to 2.5 mm2 - earth: 2.5 mm2 - 20 °C / + 60 °C IP20 On symmetrical 35 mm DIN rail foot - EN 50022 90 x 58 x 17.5 mm < 60 g

Product valid for any ISDN application, 2 modules needed for ISDN SO TO (ISDN lines with 2 pairs or 4 wires). Impulse spark-over voltage (1 KV/µs), the residual overvoltage being smaller than 100 V under In.

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Overvoltage products Coaxial network Ethernet and IBM TwinAx networks 20 kA protection Comply with CCITT K17, IEEE 802.3 (ISO/IEC 8802-3) and NFC 61-740 standards Description These overvoltage protections are designed for protecting coaxial data transmission lines against lightning induced surges and high frequency interferences, such as Ethernet (LAN) and IBM networks equipped with N type (ThickNet), BNC (ThinNet or CheaperNet) and TwinAx termination. These protections are installed in series with the networks. They consist of a multi-level protection that enables to get both fast operation and low residual ("let-through") overvoltages (2nd protection stage based on very fast diodes), this along with a high derivation capacity of transients which is achieved using gas arrestors (1st stage). This type of protections is designed with a large frequency bandwith using a decoupled diode array especially designed to achieve a low capacitance.

Ordering code

ASZ …

7470 PT

7471 PE

7472 PE

IBM 34/36/38

ETHERNET 10 base 5 (thickNet)

ETHERNET 10 base 2 (ThinNet and CheaperNet)

Terminals (plugs only)

TwinAx

type N

BNC

Impedance Nominal voltage Un

105 Ω

50 Ω 10 V

50 Ω

Types of networks

Maximum permanent operating voltage Uc (cut off voltage) Protection Up (residual voltage or "peak let through" overvoltage) 50 Ω Bandwidth Max. data transmission rate Insertion loss (attenuation) Return loss (or VSWR)

12 V 70 V to 10 kA (In) 30 V to 5 kA 0 - 50 MHz 10 Mbit/s < 1 dB 0 - 20 MHz: > 20 dB (R.O.S < 1.2) 20 - 50 MHz: > 15 dB (R.O.S < 1.4)

Nominal discharge current In selon IEC 60-1 et 1180-1

10 kA, 10 times, 8/20 µs wave (15 kA, 4/10 µs wave)

Maximum discharge current IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 standards

20 kA, 1 time, 8/20 µs wave (30 kA, 4/10 µs wave)

Response time

< 1 ns

Type of protection

Series

In-line impedance

5 Ω max.

Max. running current

400 mA

Permanent working current (leakage current)

< 2 µA

Follow on current End of life detection Operating temperature range Protection index of enclosure Mounting Dimensions Weight

None Communication interrupted - 20 °C / + 60 °C IP 52 Flat or wall mounting 120 x 65 x 40 mm < 300 g

VSWR: Voltage Standing Wave Ratio.

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Overvoltage products Special computer networks - PG Coaxial network protections Multi-line data transmission networks Protection with DB9 to DB25 pins Comply with CCITT V11 and V24 standards Description These protections are designed for protecting data transmission lines against lightning induced surges and high frequency interference. They are equipped with DB9 to DB25 pin termination and are adapted for networks to V24/RS-232 C (with and without handshake), V11/RS-422 A and RS/485 protocols. ASZ 7474, 7476 and 7478 PG devices consist of a multi-level protection that enables to get both fast operation and low residual ("let-through") overvoltages (2nd protection stage based on transil diodes), this along with a high discharge current capacity (1st stage based on surge arrestors). Characterised by a lower insertion loss, ASZ 7484, 7486 and 7488 PG devices are dedicated for the protection of networks distributed over long distances. Equipped with DB9 to DB25 pin termination, these protections are easy to connect with the network. They are inserted in series and any definitive failure is signalised by the loss of the communication.

Ordering code

ASZ …

Types of networks Maximum permanent operating voltage Terminal's type Input & output (protected side) terminals2 Protected data lines

7478 PG

7484 PG1

7486 PG1

7488 PG1

V24/RS 232 C

V11/RS 422 A

RS-485 V11/RS 422 A

V24/RS-232 C with handshake

V11/RS 422 A

RS-485 V11/RS 422 A

25 pins

15 pins

9 pins

25 pins

15 pins

9 pins

Female/male

Female/male

Female/male

Female/male

Female/male

Female/male

15 V

2, 3

2, 4, 9, 11

3, 4, 8, 9

2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 20

2, 4, 9, 11

3, 4, 8, 9

7

8

2 and 7

7

8

2 and 7

Earth

1

1

1

1

10 Ω

0Ω

Nominal discharge current In IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 standards

2 kA, 10 times, 8/20 µs wave

120 A, 10 times, 8/20 µs wave

Maximum discharge current IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 standards

5 kA, 1 time, 8/20 µs wave

250 A, 1 time, 8/20 µs wave

Protection level Up (Residual overvoltage at In) 50 Ω Bandwidth Response time Max. running current Leakage current End of life detection

25 V

20 V 0 - 3 MHz < 1 ns 200 mA < 10 µA Communication loss

Operating temperature range

- 20 °C / + 60 °C

Mounting

4/40 UNC screws

Protection index of enclosure Dimensions Weight

2

7476 PG

Grounded line In-line impedance

1

7474 PG

IP40 63 x 54 x 17 mm < 100 g

Standard design of the product. Terminals can be adapted upon request. Products designed with a shielded housing and internally connected to the earth. Input and output can be reversed if necessary (contact us).

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Overvoltage products UHF transmission lines Transmissions lines very High Frequencies 50 Ω Coaxstops® - N and DIN 7/16 connectors Description Coaxstops® are designed for protecting UHF data transmission equipment connected to coaxial networks against natural (lightning) and non natural surge voltages. The induced discharge currents are deviated to the earth and therefore will not reach the equipment. Equipped with spark gap capsules, these protections are designed for wide bandwidth applications. They allow to transfer DC voltages to the equipment within the limit of the DC spark over voltage (or static ignition voltage) of the spark gap (surge arrestor). Coaxstops® are bi-directionnal, totally sealed and equipped with passive components only. Ordering code ASX …CO

5005

Connectors

5006

5015

5009

N type

Type of connections Penetration mode (IEMN protection) Bandwidth (GHz)

5008

7/16

5016

N type

5010 7/16

M/F

F/F

M/F

M/F

M/F

F/F

M/F

NO

NO

YES

NO

NO

YES

NO

0-2

0 - 2.2

Attenuation

0 - 2.5

< 0.2 dB

VSWR

< 1.22

Reflection coefficient Flow capacity 8/20 wave (IEC 60-1)

20 dB

DC spark-over voltage

20 kA, 10 times

10 kA, 10 times

90 V ± 20%

1 000 V ± 20%

Impulse spark-over voltage

< 600 V to 1 kV/µs < 350 V to 100 kV/µs

< 1 300 V to 1 V/µs

Maximum power (see note and graph next)

30 W

> 3 000 W to 100 MHz > 900 W to 1 GHz > 600 W to 2 GHz 50 Ω

Impedance Insulation resistance Capacitance

ASX5015CO

> 1010 Ω < 1.5 pF

Operating temperature range Protection index of enclosure End of life

- 40 °C to + 100 °C IP 65 Communication interrupted or loss of signal

Dimensions L x Ø

85 x 35 mm

Weight

< 300 g

Material

Brass, silver plated

VSWR.: Voltage Standing Wave Ratio.

Surfaces located below the curves represent the maximum transmitted powers. The power is limited by the connectors type for products equipped with 1000 V spark gaps. On the other hand, 90 V spark gaps limit the power to 30 W: coaxstops® based on such 90 V spark gaps are recommended for receiver applications. ASX5010CO

91

Overvoltage products UHF transmission lines Very High Frequencies transmission lines 50 Ω Coaxstops® - BNC and TNC connectors Description Coaxstops® are designed for protecting UHF data transmission equipment connected to coaxial networks against natural (lightning) and non natural surge voltages. Equipped with spark gap capsules, these protections are designed for wide bandwidth applications. The induced discharge currents are deviated to the earth and therefore will not reach the equipment. They allow to transfer DC voltages to the equipment within the limit of the DC spark-over voltage (or static ignition voltage) of the spark gap (or surge arrestor). These products are bi-directional, totally sealed and equipped with passive components only.

Ordering code ASX …CO

5001

5002

5081

5004

5084

Connectors

BNC

BNC

TNC

BNC

TNC

Type of connections Penetration mode

M/F

F/F

M/F

M/F

M/F

NO

(IEMN protection) Bandwith (GHz)

0 - 2.2 GHz

Attenuation

0 - 2.4 GHz

< 0.2 dB

VSWR

< 1.22

Reflection coefficient Flow capacity 8/20 wave (IEC 60-1) DC spark-over voltage

> 20 dB 20 kA, 10 times

10 kA, 10 times

90 V ± 20%

1 000 V ± 20%

Impulse spark-over voltage

< 600 V at 1 kV/µs < 350 V at 100 kV/µs

< 1 300 V at 1 V/µs

Maximum power (see note and graph next)

30 W

> 3 000 W at 100 MHz > 900 W at 1 GHz > 600 W at 2 GHz

ASX5001CO - ASX5004CO

50 Ω

Impedance Insulation resistance Capacitance

> 1010 Ω < 1.5 pF

Operating temperature range Protection index of enclosure End of life

- 40 °C to + 100 °C IP 64 Communication interrupted or loss of signal

Dimensions L x Ø

85 x 35 mm

Weight

< 300 g

Material

Brass, silver plated

VSWR.: Voltage Standing Wave Ratio.

Surfaces located below the curves represent the maximum transmitted powers. The power is limited by the connectors type for products equipped with 1000 V spark gaps. On the other hand, 90 V spark gaps limit the power to 30 W max. These products are recommended for receiver applications.

ASX5001CO

92

Overvoltage products UHF transmission lines Very High Frequencies transmission lines Quarter Wave Coaxstops® - N and DIN 7/16 connectors Description QUARTER WAVE Coaxstops® are designed for protecting UHF data transmission equipment connected to coaxial networks against surge voltages. These protections based on λ/4 shorting stubs are especially designed for equipment working at ultra high frequencies in very narrow bandwidths and with very high requirements. Any signal with frequencies lower than 1 MHz being filtered, induced discharge currents are filtered and deviated to the earth. This implies that no DC voltage can be transferred to the equipment through the protection (short circuit of DC signals). Quarter Wave Coaxstops® are bi-directional, totally sealed and equipped with passive components only. Products adapted for other frequency ranges also available upon request.

Ordering code ASX … QO

5061

5053

5063

Connectors

N type

7/16

N type

Type of connections Penetration mode (IEMN protection)

F/F

M/F

YES

YES

5055

5065

7/16

N type

Bandwidth

80 - 170 MHz

880 - 960 MHz

1.6 - 2 GHz

Attenuation

< 0.05 dB (< 0.1 dB 60 - 240 MHz) < 1.15 (< 1.1 90 - 140 MHz)

< 0.05 dB (< 0.1 dB 0.8 - 1 GHz) < 1.1 (< 1.05 900 - 940 MHz)

< 0.05 dB < 0.1 dB 1.4 - 2.2 GHz) < 1.1 (< 1.05 1.75 - 1.85 GHz)

Reflection coefficient

> 23 dB

> 26.5 dB

> 26.5 dB

Flow capacity 8/20 wave (IEC 60-1)

50 kA

VSWR

100 kA

DC spark-over voltage

50 kA

100 kA

900 W

900 W

50 kA

ASX5053QO

NA

Maximum power

NA

Maximum power required

4000 W

1300 W

600 W

50 Ω

Impedance

> 1010 Ω

Insulation resistance Capacitance

NA

Operating temperature range Protection index of enclosure End of life

- 40 °C to + 80 °C IP 65

IP 66 No destruction

Dimensions L x Ø

60 x 50 mm

Weight

500 g

Material

Brass, silver-plated ASX5055QO

VSWR: Voltage Standing Wave Ratio. NA: Non Applicable.

ASX5055QO

ASX5055QO

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Overvoltage products UHF transmission lines Very High Frequencies transmission lines 75 Ω Coaxstops® Description Coaxstops® are designed for protecting UHF data transmission equipment connected to coaxial networks against natural (lightning) and non natural surge voltages. The induced discharge currents are deviated to the earth and therefore will not reach the equipment. Equipped with spark gap capsules, these protections are designed for wide bandwidth applications. They allow to transfer DC voltages to the equipment within the limit of the DC spark over voltage (or static ignition voltage) of the spark gap (surge arrestor). Coaxstops® are bi-directional, totally sealed and equipped with passive components only.

Ordering code ASX …

7480 TV1

7574 CO 7472 PE 7591 CO 7572 CO 7605 CO 7610 CO

Connectors

TV

F type

BNC

TNC

N type

Type of connections

M/F

F/F

F/F

F/F

F/F

Penetration mode (IEMN protection)

NO

NO

Bandwith (GHz)

0 - 0.3

0 - 1.2

Attenuation

< 0.5

< 0.5

< 0.2

VSWR

< 1.5

< 1.5

< 1.22

Reflection coefficient

> 14

> 14

> 20

Flow capacity 8/20 wave (IEC 60-1)

20 kA 10 times

5 kA 10 times

20 kA, 10 times

DC spark over voltage

NO

YES

NO

0-2

NO

YES

0 - 1.3

ASX7472PE

90 V ± 20% < 600 V at 1 kV/µs < 350 V at 100 V/µs

Impulse spark over voltage Maximum power

20 W 75 Ω

Impedance Insulation resistance

> 1010 Ω

Capacitance

< 1.5 pF

Operating temperature range Protection index of enclosure

- 30 °C to + 80 °C NA

End of life

- 40 °C to + 100 °C

IP 54

IP 64

IP 65

Communication interrupted or loss of signal

Dimensions L x Ø (mm)

Note

70 x 24

84 x 35

Weight (g)

< 300

< 150

< 300

Material

ASX7610CO

Brass, silver plated

1 Note: delivered with 2 cables with a length of 15 cm for TV adaptation. VSWR.: Voltage Standing Wave Ratio. NA: Non Applicable.

ASX7605CO

94

ASX7605CO

Other products and miscellaneous

Storm detector

96

Autonomous system for energy networks

97

Analogue and digital testers

98

Energy storage, control c e l l s

99

Aerial beaconing Low Intensity

100

Aerial beaconing Medium and High Intensity

101

Aerial beaconing for line

102

Towers

104

Other products and miscellaneous Storms detector AFV 2000 DF Reference Description The Lightning detector is a thunderstorm early- warning system which generates a "lightning risk" alert and allows the disconnection of sensitive equipment from the mains and/or the communication network. The operating principle is the use of a reception antenna which detects electromagnetic disturbances generated by lightning within a radius of 5 to 10 km. The antenna performs a continuous detection of the lightning risk and delivers a signal to the control unit. When the threshold levels are reached, the control unit will activate an audible buzzer and a visual LED alarm and also a relay to allow remote disconnection of the equipments. The Lightning detector is composed of: - The reception antenna is a green pyramid of 140 mm. It should be fixed on a mast on top of the installation to be protected. - 10 m shielded cable to connect the antenna to the control unit. - The control unit is a modular plastic box (6 modules) for DIN rail mounting which provides: - the power supply to the antenna, - conditioning of the signal from the antenna, - display of the risk level, - adjustment of alarm and pre-alarm thresholds, - battery control, - audible alarm control, - control of the relay switches for remote monitoring. - the 6 V battery power supply (4 batteries type "C" or LR14 1.5 V alkaline) connected to 6 V CC power supply terminals. - the test unit to check the status of the system in absence of thunderstorms.

Characteristics Antenna Weight: Dimensions: Operating temperature range: Enclosure protection index: Power supply: Output signal:

450 g 140 x 140 x 140 mm - 30 / +60 °C IP65 5.5 to 7 V DC (supplied by the control unit) 0 to 4 V

Control unit Weight: Dimensions: Operating temperature range: Ambient conditions: Power supply: or or Relays:

96

200 g 105 x 90 x 60 mm 0 / +50 °C relative humidity of 20 to 80% no condensation 5.5 V to 7 V DC (4 batteries of 1.5 V type "C" or LR14, around 1 year of operation) 12 to 24 V AC 50/60 Hz, maximum consumption 100 mA 12 to 48 V DC, maximum consumption 100 mA 5 A - 230 V AC or 30 V DC maximum isolation: in between the contacts of one relay: 2000 Vrms in between the contacts and the coils: 3000 Vrms

Other products and miscellaneous Systems of prevention Autonomous systems for energy networks 230/400 V~ networks - All neutral earthing system Cabinets of protection for strategic networks Standards: IEC 61643-1/2002, EN 61643-11 (NF C 61-740), NF C 15-100, NF EN 60950, 50081-1 and 50082-1 Description These cabinets are designed for protecting very sensitive equipments of the strategic networks supplied. Totally autonomous, it protect the equipments with the ultra fast disconnection of the line in case of defect. It ensure: - protection against atmospheric overvoltages, - overvoltage protection and under-tensions network, - protection against the "frank defects" type over intensities and short-circuit currents, - the insulation of the line after a test of re-interlocking in case of frank defect maintained, - the re-interlocking of the circuit breaker when the "furtive defect" disappears in the others cases (overloading, overvoltage due to network operate, transient defects, …) Integrated in tight cabinets IP55 with a transparent door, it allow the visual control of the state of the intern devices, without any dismounting operation. Available in single and three phases versions, it will be installed downstream the circuit breaker of protection against the over intensities (TT system: circuit breaker type delayed and/or selective compulsory upstream).

Surge protective devices1 references

ASS4202EF / ASS8202EF 1 000 V / 1 200 V

Protection level under In

10 kA / 20 kA (8/20)

Nominal discharge current In

45 kA / 65 kA (8/20)

Maximum discharge current Imax

Options: storage of the incidents, order for 2 to 4 circuit breakers, remote control tester of the circuit breaker, monitoring, adjustment of the temporization.

Circuit breaker 50 A curve C

Upstream protection2

10 kA / 50-60 Hz

Internal short circuit withstand3

Operating principle

In case of furtive defects, 3 tests of re-interlocking are done before the putting in defect of the line, a reset being insured after 5 mn without defect. After all putting in defect of the line, the defect must be found and eliminated before putting on service again the product. In case of under-tension or overvoltage of the specified threshold (180 V and 260 V), the re-interlocking of the circuit breaker is automatic as soon as the tension is restored.

ASN

Circuit breaker gauge Differential residual circuit breaker gauge Nominal voltage Uo (Un)

4042 CP

4202 CP

4642 CP

Wall mounting

Mounting

In order to ensure a maximal safety of the persons and properties, one only test of re-interlocking is done in case of frank defect (short-circuit or insulation defect). If the defect goes on, the line is disconnected (putting in defect).

Ordering code

10 / 16 mm2

Terminal capacity (flexible/rigid)

Enclosure’s protection index

IP55

Operating temperature range

-20 °C / + 50 °C

1

Refer the technical sheet for any further information. IT system: ASS4204EF or ASS8204EF. 2 Compulsory without upstream protection or if the upstream protection gauge is superior to the gauge recommended. Safety general rules: see the electrical NF C 15-100, IEC 60364 standards or the equivalent national standard. 3 Superior circuit breaker capacity upon request.

8304 CP

8404 CP

8544 CP

10 A

25 A

63 A

32 A

40 A

50 A

63 A

300 mA

Without

300 mA

Without

Without

300 mA

500 mA

Single phase 230 V

230/400 V Three phase 335 V

Maximum permanent operating voltage Uc

180 V / 260 V (safety: hysteresis of 10 V)

Threshold of under-tensions/overvoltages Level of immunity

1 kV (fast transient) / 8 kV (electrostatic discharges)

Frequency of use

50/60 Hz < 10 ms

Maximum time of disconnection Temporization Indicators: service Indicators: defect

Refitting after 2 s (options: adjustable from 2 s to 10 h according to versions) Green (switch off: absence of tension) Interlocking gear: flickering red Detector of under/overvoltages: yellow (under-tension) or red (overvoltage)

Watchfulness consumption / motorization Dimensions (Height. x width. x depth.) Weight

8544 CP

25 VA / 20 mA 400 x 295 x 147 mm

550 x 295 x 147 mm

< 3 kg

< 5 kg

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Other products and miscellaneous Analogue tester - Digital tester Use These autonomous and weatherproof work site instruments are lightweight and easy to use. They provide measurement of grounding resistance levels using the standard rod method. Analogue tester AFM 2412 TL - Measurement range from 0.5 to 1000 Ohms, - Conditions of use: -10°C to 55°C / 20 accuracy 5% +/- 0.5 Ohm to 90% RH - Galvanometer: moving coil, class 1.5, - IP54 case logarithmic scale - Protected by high breaking capacity fuse - Measurement frequency: 128 Hz - Autonomy: 1700 measures of 15 seconds - Off-load voltage <= 24 V peak Designed in compliance with standards difficult conditions and under any weather IEC 1010-1 with double insulation. conditions. Earthing accessories: This instrument features very high safety characteristics. - AFM 2409 MA It is particularly suitable for measuring under - AFM 2405 MA - AFM 2410 MA Digital tester AFM 2411 TL - Measurement from 0 to 2000 Ohms - Off-load voltage <= 42 V peak - Accuracy - Conditions of use: -10°C to 55°C/20 to 90% RH - Response time: 4 to 8 s, depending on 2% L +/- 1 pt up to 200 Ohms measuring conditions 2% L +/- 3 pt from 200 to 2000 Ohms - IP 54 case - 2000-point digital display (3 digits 1/2), - Protected by high breaking capacity fuse height 18 mm - Autonomy: 1800 measures of 15 seconds - Measurement frequency 128 Hz Designed in compliance with standards voltages, high ground currents, high-resistivity IEC 1010-1 with double insulation. auxiliary connections, etc. This instrument features very high safety Earthing accessories: characteristics. - AFM 2409 MA It is particularly suitable for measuring under - AFM 2405 MA difficult conditions: presence of interfering - AFM 2410 MA Digital tester AFM 2406 TL - Measurement from 0 to 2000 Ohms, in three - Measurement frequency 128 Hz automatic ranges - Off-load voltage <= 42 V peak - Accuracy - Conditions of use: -10°C to 55°C / 20 2% L +/- 1 pt up to 19.99 Ohms to 90% RH 2% L +/- 1 pt from 20 to 199.99 Ohms - IP 54 case 2% L +/- 3 pt from 200 to 2000 Ohms - Protected by high breaking capacity fuse - 2000-point digital display (3 digits 1/2), - Autonomy: 1800 measures of 15 seconds height 18 mm Designed in compliance with standards between electrically independent earthing IEC 1010-1 with double insulation. systems. This instrument features very high safety Earthing accessories: characteristics. - AFM 2409 MA This instrument is used for measuring soil - AFM 2413 MA resistivity, grounding resistance and coupling - AFM 2414 MA Terca 2 AFM 2404 TE - Range from 2 Ohms to 20 K Ohms - Dielectric rigidity: 2000 Veff - Accuracy 2% L +/- 1 pt - Conditions of use: 5°C to 50° C / 80% HR - Maximum measure tension: 50 Veff - IP 54 case - 2000 points digital display (3 digits1/2), - Protected by 500 Veff breaking capacity fuse height 18 mm - Autonomy: > 1300 measures - Measurement frequency 128 Hz Designed in compliance with standards Ref. Designation IEC 1010-1 with double insulation. AFM 2412 TL Analogue ground tester This instrument features very high safety characteristics. AFM 2411 TL Digital ground tester This instrument is used for measuring soil resistivity to locate and calculate earthing systems depth, grounding resistance under Ground and AFM 2406 TL difficult conditions (parasite voltages, high telluric currents, etc…) resistivity tester and coupling between electrically independent earthing systems. AFM 2404 TE Terca 2 Earthing accessories Luxury bag for earthing tester - AFM 2410 MA Ref. Designation Rigid bag with pockets containing 2 smooth T rods, AFM 2409 MA Carrying bag 3 cables on reel (100 m red, 60 m blue, 10 m green) and a mall. Luxury bag for earting and resistivity tester - AFM 2413 MA Bag for earthing tester / AFM 2410 MA Luxury Same as above with 2 rods and 20 m of black cable on reel. Standard bag for earthing tester - AFM 2405 MA Bag for earthing and AFM 2413 MA resistivity tester / Luxury Soft bag containing 2 straight rods, extraction keys, 30 m of red cable and 30 m of blue cable reel, 3 m of green cable and a mall. Bag for earthing tester / AFM 2405 MA Standard bag for earthing and resistivity tester - AFM 2414 MA Standard Same as above with 2 rods and 3 m of black cable on reel. Bag for earthing and AFM 2414 MA Terca resistivity and earthing case - AFM 2415 MA resistivity tester / Standard 4 auger rods, 3 x 50 meters cable, 1 x 100 meters cable on reel and AFM 2415 TE Terca 2 case 1 screw clamp.

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Dimensions (mm) Weight kg 238 x 136 x 150

1.3

238 x 136 x 150

1.3

238 x 136 x 150

1.3

390 x 260 x 250

6.2

Dimensions (mm) Weight kg -

-

440 x 380 x 280

7

440 x 380 x 280

9

460 x 225 x 280

3.5

460 x 225 x 280

4

-

-

Other products and miscellaneous Energy storage, control cells Power cabinets These power cabinets transform the mains power supply (230 V DC) into a lower voltage DC supply and have battery backup in the event of a mains power supply cut. (STNA recommendations - Air Navigation Technical Department)

Dimensions H x L x l (mm)

References

Capacity Ah

Output voltage V DC

Max. nr of lights

AY7 9012 AE

12

48

6.5 to 12.5 mm

650 x 450 x 200

3.7

AY7 9020 AE

20

48

40 to 45 mm

820 x 520 x 270

3.7

AY7 9036 AE

36

48

6.5 to 12.5 mm

820 x 520 x 270

5

Weight (kg)

Photoelectric cell This photoelectric cell controls the lighting or extinction of a light signal. Its detection threshold is 50 lux. Above this luminosity value, the cell automatically switches off the beacon.

References

Operating voltage

Dimensions Ø x H (mm)

Weight (kg)

AY7 9201 CP

24 V DC

60 x 180

0.6

AY7 9202 CP

48 V DC

60 x 180

0.6

AY7 9203 CP

240 V AC

60 x 180

0.6

Solar stations On sites without any electrical power supply, an autonomous power source must be available. In such cases, solar panels can be used to provide the following functions: - Conversion of the sun’s radiation by the photovoltaic cells of the panels, - Storage of the transformed power, - Regulation and management of the beacon power supply.

For any further information, contact Franklin Assistance to the following number: +33 (0)1 60 34 54 44.

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Other products and miscellaneous Beaconing Low Intensity Compact cylindrical lamps - Neon lamps Composed of a weather-proof aluminium barrel, electronics with built-in High voltage converter and a red lamp complying with the specifications of the ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization). Applications: Chimneys, towers, cranes, pylons, high buildings… Installed directly at the top of the obstacle with a Ø 16 screw or along it with a square. Ref.

Luminous Intensity

Power supply voltage

AY7 9161 B0

32 Cd

230 V AC

55 W

70 x 550

2.2

AY7 9163 B0

32 Cd

12 V DC

55 W

70 x 550

2.2

AY7 9165 B0

10 Cd

12 V DC

15 W

70 x 450

2

AY7 9167 B0

10 Cd

24 V DC

15 W

70 x 450

2

AY7 9169 B0

10 Cd

48 V DC

15 W

70 x 450

2

Power consumption

Dim. Ø x l (mm)

Weight (kg)

Removable lamp beacons - Neon lamps Composed of a weather-proof aluminium box protected against corrosion, a builtin converter with an overvoltage protection device and input filter and a red removable lamp. Easy maintenance of electronic, easy replacement of the lamp, direct connection by screw terminal. Ref.

Luminous Intensity

Power supply voltage

Current input

Dim. L x l x H (mm)

Weight (kg)

AY7 9000 B0

35 Cd

230 V AC

0.3 A

206 x 185 x 515

3.9

AY7 9012 B0

10 Cd

12 V DC

1.3 A

206 x 185 x 440

3.6

AY7 9125 B0

10 Cd

12 V DC

0.6 A

206 x 185 x 440

3.6

AY7 9149 B0

10 Cd

24 V DC

0.27 A

206 x 185 x 440

3.6

Vertical or horizontal fixing with Ø 6 mm screw.

LED beacon lights These beacons provide a luminous intensity of around 10 Candelas with very low power consumption. They are recommended especially for use in backed-up systems or on solar panels, as the size of batteries or solar panels required is considerably reduced.

Ref.

Luminous Intensity

Power supply voltage

Current input

Dim. L x l x H (mm)

Weight (kg)

AY7 9180 B0

10 Cd

12 V DC

0.535 A

206 x 185 x 265

3

AY7 9181 B0

10 Cd

12 V DC

1.535 A

206 x 185 x 265

3

AY7 9182 B0

10 Cd

24 V DC

0.235 A

206 x 185 x 265

3

AY7 9183 B0

10 Cd

24 V DC

0.235 A

206 x 185 x 265

2

AY7 9184 B0

10 Cd

48 V DC

0.145 A

206 x 185 x 265

3

AY7 9185 B0

10 Cd

48 V DC

0.145 A

206 x 185 x 265

3

Vertical or horizontal fixing with Ø 6 mm screw.

For any further information, contact Franklin Assistance to the following number: +33 (0)1 60 34 54 44.

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Other products and miscellaneous Medium and High Intensity beaconing Medium intensity flash lights These obstruction lights are recommended when the structure covers a large area or is higher than 45 m. Medium-intensity lights can cover a radius of 450 meters and can be used beside low intensity lights. These lights are powered from a weatherproof unit with 3 m connecting cable and can be controlled by a photoelectric cell. The unit contains an electronic converter, providing voltage/current regulation of the capacitor charge required for the flash. The lamp (overall dimensions 325 mm x 288 mm dia.) is mounted on a aluminium base plate with stuffing boxes providing the electrical connection with the unit. The opening of the beam is 4° vertically and 360° horizontally with a 125 W power. This device provokes flashes frequency of 20 per minute.

Reference

Colour

Luminous intensity

Power supply

AY7 9020 B0

Red

2000 Cd

240 V AC

17

AY7 9021 B0

Red

2000 Cd

48 V DC

15

AY7 9022 B0

White

20000 Cd

230 V AC

17

AY7 9023 B0

White

20000 Cd

48 V DC

15

Weight (Kg)

Incandescent lamps These simple-design lamps come in a single or double version. They have a yellow polyamide base with a red lamp glass. The double version provides a backup by switching automatically from one lamp to the other.

Version

Power consumption

AY7 9501 FI

Simple

55 W under

AY7 9502 FI

Double

220 V

Reference

Dimensions (mm)

Weight (Kg)

8 000 h

Diam. 110 x H 190

1.4

2 x 8 000 h

L. 380 x l. 150 x H. 250

5

MTBF

Fixing of the AY 9501 FI: on threaded base Ø 21 mm type gas. Fixing of the AY 9502 FI: 4 Ø 5 mm screws.

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Other products and miscellaneous Beaconing for line ABS resin sphere Designed and dimensioned for aerial beaconing on overhead ground wires and / or energy cables of 132 kV maximum, are available in two diameters (500 and 610 mm) and in three colours (Red, Orange and white). The ABS resin coloured in the mass used for these spheres enhances their UV resistance and makes them highly durable.

References

Sphere diameter

Colour

Conductor diameter

Weight (Kg)

AY6 0511 SB

500 mm

Red

6.5 to 12.5 mm

3.7

AY6 0517 SB

500 mm

Red

40 to 45 mm

3.7

AY6 0611 SB

610 mm

Red

6.5 to 12.5 mm

5

AY6 0517 SB

610 mm

Red

40 to 45 mm

5

Balisor high-voltage line beacons The use of beacons on HV lines in areas concerned by air navigation regulations enable facilities to comply with such regulations. These beacons specially designed for high voltage lines of 33 to 800 kV produce a red light with intensity greater than 10 Candelas. These lamps are installed directly on the phase conductor with an antenna mounted in parallel to the power conductor creating an induced current adequate for energizing the lamp.

References

Line voltage kV

Cross-section / Diameter mm 2 / mm

AY7 0031 BL

30 to 35

116 to 127 / 14 to 19

AY7 0112 BL

110 to 115

228 to 366 / 19 to 25

AY7 0224 BL

220 to 230

613 to 851 / 32 to 38

AY7 0505 BL

500 to 533

852 to 1 600 / 38 to 52

Wind socks Used to indicate the strength and direction of the wind, both day and night, wind socks are installed on aerodromes, helicopter landing pads, road sides, leisure areas, sport grounds. A wind sock is composed of: - A tilting of 7.40 m high white and red mast, - A wind vane 500 or 1000 mm in diameter, - A red and white wind sock diameter 500 to 1000 mm. References

Diameter in mm

Length in mm

AY9 9908 MV

500

2 250

AY9 9909 MV

1 000

4 500

For more information on the other references and for options contact Franklin Assistance to: +33 (0)1 60 34 54 44.

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Other products and miscellaneous Beaconing for line

Location of obstruction beacons If an object is beaconed by low-or medium intensity obstruction lights, and if the summit of the object is more than 45 m above the surrounding ground, or the height of the tops of surrounding buildings (if the object to be beaconed is surrounded by buildings) additional lights shall be installed at intermediate levels. These intermediate lights shall be spaced as evenly as possible between the light placed at the summit of the object, and the ground level or the level of the top of the surrounding buildings, as the case may be, and this spacing must not exceed 45 m. The number and layout of the low, medium and high intensity obstruction lights to be installed at each of the beaconed levels shall be such that the object is beaconed from all directions…

Examples of beaconing Light beacons on a crane One light at the summit of the pillar, plus one level of lights for every 45 meter section. One light at the end of the beam, one light at the end of the counter beam. An intermediate light if the beam exceeds 50 m. Light beacons on a chimney (E.g. h = 60 m excluding service equipment) Two levels of lights, each comprising three lights at 120° to each other. Summit light: 1.5 m to 3 m above the summit. Second level at the +30 m height ("equidistant" lights). Beacons on a self-supporting tower (E.g. h = 60 m excluding service equipment) At the summit: 2 twin lights overhanging in such a way that each light is visible from all directions, or, where this is not possible, 3 lights at 120° to each other around the periphery. At the +30 m height approx. 3 lights at 120° to each other. Extract from the regulations in force, established by the International Civil Aviation Authority (chapter 6 – Appendix 14).

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Other products and miscellaneous Guyed towers Guyed towers are manufactured from metal trellis girders with a triangular crosssection of 175 mm center-to-center, and round tubular bracing ribs, dia. 22 mm. Lightning conductor

4m

They are delivered in 3 or 6 meter sections, each section having to be fitted with a guy stage. They are joined by means of cadmium-plated sleeves and stainless steel nuts and bolts.

Elevation rod

The sections and all accessories are protected by hot-dip galvanization. Maximum height: 36 meters with standard sections. Carrying weight at summit: 50 kg. Carrying horizontal force at summit: 60 kg. Contact us for higher structures.

Gripping head AFD1060KU

Fiber security clamp AFD1051KU

Glass fiber AFD1055KU

Designation

Weight (kg)

AFD 1050 KH

Guying kit

28.64

AFD 1051 KU

Fiber security clamp

0.20

AFD 1052 KU

Lantern type tensioner

0.56

AFD 1053 KU

Guying collar 3 directions

0.19

AFD 1054 KU

Double expansion pin diam. 10 mm

0.15

AFD 1055 KU

100 m glass fiber roll, diam. 5.6 mm

5.30

AFD 1056 KU

Ground plate

3.27

AFD 1057 KU

Standard foot

1.59

AFD 1058 KU

6 m section

19.00

AFD 1059 KU

3 m section

10.00

AFD 1060 KU

Gripping head

3.50

AFD 1061 KU

Neophrene plate

0.21

AFD 1062 KU

Double expansion pin diam. 12

0.27

AFD 1070 KU

Stainless steel manila diam. 6 mm

0.20

15 m

Ref.

Fiber security clamp AFD1051KU

Standard section AFD1059KU

Standard foot AFK1057KU Ground plate AFK1056KU

15 m Double expansion pin

References of some complete towers: Ref.

Designation

Tower parts

Weight (kg)

AFD 1080 KU

Guyed tower 6 m

2 of 3 m

42.75

AFD 1081 KU

Guyed tower 9 m

3 of 3 m

52.71

AFD 1082 KU

Guyed tower 12 m

2 of 6 m

67.01

AFD 1084 KU

Guyed tower 15 m

2 of 6 m + 1 of 3 m

78.67

AFD 1083 KU

Guyed tower 18 m

3 of 6 m

96.23

Other configuration upon request.

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Other products and miscellaneous Self supporting towers When chosing towers as supports for lightning conductors, it is preferable to chose self-supporting towers. They are chosen on the basis of the following parameters: - The exact geographical location of the site, determining the type of "wind region" it belongs to (region category 1 to 5). - The exposure of the site: Normal or Exposed. If the site is exposed, the next higher wind category will be selected. There are 3 categories: Category 1 Category 2 (equivalent to exposed region category 1) Category 3 (equivalent to exposed region category 2) Category 4 (equivalent to exposed region category 3) Category 5 (equivalent to exposed region category 4) - The force exerted on overhead structures (total force to which the tower will be exposed). All the towers whose references are given below are composed of a base section for sealing in concrete, a tapered section and a straight section. Only the head parts are different.

The sections are connected using bolted plates. All the sections, including the bolting, are galvanized by hot dipping. The nuts and bolts are made of stainless steel.

Ref.

Height (m)

Max. load (daN)

Head area (m2)

Wind region category

Recommended concrete base CxCxH

Weight (kg)

AFC 5006 PA

6

100

0.67

3

1.3 x 1.3 x 1

77

AFC 5007 PA

9

40

0.33

3

1.3 x 1.3 x 1

93

AFC 5009 PA

9

100

0.63

4

1.4 x 1.4 x 1

126

AFC 5015 PA

15

100

0.56

4

1.7 x 1.7 x 1.2

270

AFC 5018 PA

18

100

0.96

2

1.7 x 1.7 x 1.2

296

AFC 5024 PA

24

100

0.64

3

2.2 x 2.2 x 1.4

644

Other configurations are possible upon request.

Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5: Guadeloupe, Martinique, Reunion, Mayotte

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