Roof Mounted Lightning Rods

Roof rod and mounting saddle available as follows.

Roof mounted lightning rods.

Includes lightning rod point clamp terminal lug clamp 8 copper ground rod and brass ground rod clamps. With 18 rod c 4 18 33 00. Used most and is the standard method for regular lightning rod systems. Lightning rod kit for glen martin hazers roof top towers and martin towers.

They must be located at the highest points on a roof. Aluminum lightning rods are cheaper which is their main advantage. Copper or aluminum strap mount with cable clamp. A 401al roof mount recommended sold separately.

A 4 12 with 12 rod 18 00. They can also corrode over time. 3 0 out of 5 stars 1 rating. Catalog c 4 12 with 12 rod 27 00.

Lightning rods were invented by ben franklin. X 12 rod part number rsp1 and arsp1. Metal roofs are resistant to wind and hail weigh less than asphalt shingles require little maintenance and are energy efficient. Rods at least 1o higher than the structure are placed at intervals along high points such as the roof crest ridge chimney or along the perimeter of a flat roof.

Mounted on the highest point of a structure lightning rods are electrically bonded to the earth via conductor and electrode which allows electricity to pass through the building and disperse safely. Lr 8400 lightning rod kit for glen martin hazers roof top towers martin towers. Base is tapped 1 2 i d. The most obvious above roof components are air terminals formerly called lightning rods.

Easy fit saddle base will form to fit any pitch roof. You might choose to install a metal roof because they do not rot crack peel burn or blow off. 48 l x 42 h x 18 w. This size weathervane is ideal for your home garage cupola barn or gazebo.

For use on ridge flat or sloping roof s shipped flat but may be easily formed. A simple yet elegant complement for cupolas dormers and turrets. 48 l x 24 h x 3 w. However they are less efficient at conducting electricity so they require longer connecting cables.

And comes supplied with 1 long stainless steel rod small. Includes an all weather assembly rod solid brass directionals and copper spacer balls. A braided copper or aluminum cable made for lightning systems connects the rods and runs into the ground to dissipate a charge. Strap type mounting base is available please call.

You have numerous options when it comes to re roofing your home including asphalt shingles concrete tiles and metal roof panels. Ridge strap lightning rod and mount. They are more compatible than copper rods in certain cases such as being easily installed on bare aluminum or galvanized steel roofs. To fit any roof slope.