Roof Mounted Lightning Rods

A 401al roof mount recommended sold separately.

Roof mounted lightning rods.

Base is tapped 1 2 i d. They must be located at the highest points on a roof. 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. The most obvious above roof components are air terminals formerly called lightning rods.

With stainless steel rod. You might choose to install a metal roof because they do not rot crack peel burn or blow off. Includes an all weather assembly rod solid brass directionals and copper spacer balls. Metal roofs are resistant to wind and hail weigh less than asphalt shingles require little maintenance and are energy efficient.

Aluminum lightning rods are cheaper which is their main advantage. Roof rod and mounting saddle available as follows. X 12 rod part number rsp1 and arsp1. Easy fit saddle base will form to fit any pitch 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. Lightning rods were invented by ben franklin. Includes lightning rod point clamp terminal lug clamp 8 copper ground rod and brass ground rod clamps. And comes supplied with 1 long stainless steel rod small.

This size weathervane is ideal for your home garage cupola barn or gazebo. 48 l x 42 h x 18 w. Copper or aluminum strap mount with cable clamp. Lr 8400 lightning rod kit for glen martin hazers roof top towers martin towers.

A 4 12 with 12 rod 18 00. However they are less efficient at conducting electricity so they require longer connecting cables. A simple yet elegant complement for cupolas dormers and turrets. They are more compatible than copper rods in certain cases such as being easily installed on bare aluminum or galvanized steel roofs.

Used most and is the standard method for regular lightning rod systems. With 18 rod c 4 18 33 00. Catalog c 4 12 with 12 rod 27 00. They can also corrode over time.

For use on ridge flat or sloping roof s shipped flat but may be easily formed. 48 l x 24 h x 3 w. Ridge strap lightning rod and mount. You have numerous options when it comes to re roofing your home including asphalt shingles concrete tiles and metal roof panels.

Lightning rod kit for glen martin hazers roof top towers and martin towers. 3 0 out of 5 stars 1 rating. To fit any roof slope. Strap type mounting base is available please call.