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FRANKLIN FRANCE
THE GLOBAL APPROACH TO LIGHTNING

Lightning, an universal, permanent and natural phenomenon, causes considerable
damages every year. It costs billions of euros to a countrys 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.
Destructive Lightning
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.
"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)
Lightning, our job - Franklin France,

the Reference
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, experts of the Lightning to

your service
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.
Franklin France, the Lightning phenomenon at

least adapted to yourself
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).
Franklin France, the solution for all your

Lightning problems
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.
Franklin France, always more to serve you
better
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VERSION 2000
QUAL/2001/17569a
Summary
Practical Guide 7
The Lightning Phenomenon 8
Lightning origins
The devastating effects of Lightning
The transient overvoltages
The global Approach to Lightning protection 11
Lightning and overvoltage protection
Keraunic level and Lightning density
Winds map
Lightning Risk Assessment 14
Lightning protection
Overvoltage protection
Systems of protection 18
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 27
Protection by ESE Lightning conductor and energy network
Protection by meshed cage and Telecom network
Protection of the transmissions
Protection of a church
Franklin France, the expertise to your

service 31
The control of the Lightning phenomenon 32
Lightning, our job
Franklin France and the standardization
Franklin France on the top
In situ tests
The approved C3F Training Centre 33
The training for the Lightning phenomenon and its protection
Programmes and aims
Franklin Assistance Services 34
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 36
In France
In the world
Summary
Lightning Products 39
Lightning conductors 40
Saint-Elme Active Lightning conductors
Saint-Elme Lightning conductors
Simple rod Lightning conductors
Lightning conductors Kits
Lightning counter 46
Elevation rods and fixings 47
Meshed cage protection 50
Conductors and fixings 52
Earthings 59
Equipotentiality 61
Overvoltage Products 63
Surge Protective Devices for energy networks 65

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 85
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 91
50 and 75 Coaxstops
Quarter wave Coaxstops
Other products and miscellaneous 95

Prevention systems 96
Storm advisors
Autonomous system for energy networks
Analogue and digital testers 98
Beaconing 99
Energy storage, control cells
Night and day beaconing
Towers 104
FRANKLIN FRANCE
THE GLOBAL APPROACH TO 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
Destructive Lightning
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The Lightning phenomenon 8

The origins of Lightning
Lightning devastating effects
The Global Approach to lightning

protection 11
Keraunic level and thunder density
Winds map
Lightning risk Assessment 14

Systems of protection 18
Examples of installations / open area

sites 27
Protection by ESE and energy network meshed cage
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The Lightning Phenomenon
Lightning origins
8
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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 doesnt attract (or
push) lightning, but protects the structure against its effects, diverting the
lightning current to the ground and ensuring its flow.
~ 0.001 s
~ 0.05 s
1000 km/s
100 000 km/s
The storm cloud

Discharge phenomenon
Types of Lightning and Lightning conductors
Flash
Lightning
Tracer
Dart
leader
Streamer
Return
stroke
The Lightning Phenomenon

The devastating effects of Lightning
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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).
The ionization of the air produced by the lightning current provokes numerous
luminous particles, or "photons". It can create an image on the observers retina
which may leave him dazzled for several seconds before regaining his sight.
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.
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.
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, ...
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 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.
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.
Luminous effects
Acoustic effects
Effects due to electrical arcs
Electrodynamic effects
Electrocution effects
Thermal effects
Electrochemical effects
C1
V2
C 2 V1
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The Lightning phenomenon
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Overvoltages by conduction
Overvoltages by induction
Ground rising conductor
Overvoltage
Coupling
Ground
rising
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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.
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.
Global approach
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".
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.
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.
Earthing systems and equipotentiality
Guide
Energy network
Telecom network
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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.
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
Lightning density Ng
Ng = 0.02 x Nk
1.25 ou Ng max = 2 x Ng = 0.04 x Nk
1.25
Approximation: Ng = Nk / 20
The keraunic level Nk expresses the number of days per year where thunder is heard at a given
place.
Keraunic level Nk
From
From
From
From
From
From
From
From
From
From
0.0
0.3
0.6
0.9
1.2
1.5
1.8
2.1
2.4
2.7
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
to
0.3
0.6
0.9
1.2
1.5
1.8
2.1
2.4
2.7
3.0
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The global Approach to Lightning protection

Winds map
Practical Guide
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.
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:
- 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: plain or plateau of large area with only small differences in level,
slope lower than 10%.
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.
Localization and exposure degree

Winds map
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.
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).
Max wind speed (km/h)
Zone Normal site Exposed site
I 136.1 158
II 149.1 170
III 166.6 186

IV 182.5 200
V 210.6 231
100
120
140
160
180
200
220
240
I II III IV V
162 km
220 km
Zone 5:
Guadeloupe, Martinique,
Reunion, Mayotte
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
Zone 4
Geographic zone
2 elevation rods:
2 elevation rods:
3 elevation rods:
3 elevation rods:
Normal site
Exposed site
guying system necessary

without guying system
guying system necessary
without guying system
Wind speed (km/h)
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.
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Lightning Risk Assessment

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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.
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.
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 m 2).
Note: the values of the coefficients C1 and C5 are defined in NFC 17 100 and
NFC 17-102 standards.
Lightning Risk Assesssment
- 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:

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.
Choice of the level of protection

Nd = 2 x Ng x Ae x C1 x 10-6
Ae = L x I + 6 x H x (L + I) + 9 H2
Nc =
5.5 x 10-3
C2 x C3 x C4 x C5
E 1 - Nc
Nd
Level of protection
Efficiency
NF C 17-100
IEC 61024-1-1
NF C 17-102
Level I+ Level I+
E > 0.98 (+ complementary (+ complementary
measures) measures)
0.98 E > 0.95 Level I Level I
0.95 E > 0.90 Level II Level II
0.90 E > 0.80 Level III Level II
E 0.80 Level IV Level III
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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.
Lightning Risk Software
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.
Lightning protection and regular texts

Reference: RISK0002.
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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.
Risk evaluation method

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.
1- Evaluation of the level of exposure to overvoltages

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.
2- Evaluation of the consequences of a disturbance

Consequences of a disturbance Level of exposure
Y = 11 to 13 ** *** **** ****
Y = 8 to 10 * ** *** ****
Y = 5 to 7 / * ** ***
Y < 5 / / * ***
X <= 3 3 < X <= 8 8 < X < 14 X >= 14
* protection not very useful *** protection strongly recommended

** protection recommended **** protection essential
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Developed by Franklin France, this software will allow you to estimate the need for a surge
protection device on a structure.
The overvoltage risks assessment software

Some parameters of this risk assessment can impose a type of protection or can simply make
compulsory the overvoltage protection.
To get this software, contact Franklin France by mail or on our website www.franklin-france.com.
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).
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Systems of protection
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:
The meshed cage can only protect what it encloses.
Meshed cage installations
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 tight strand
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 simple rod

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.
The ESE Lightning conductor

Level of protection Dimensions of the meshes
Distance between
the down conductors
I 5 x 5 10
II 10 x 10 15
III 15 x 15 20
IV 20 x 20 25
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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.
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.
The ESE (Early Streamer Emission)

Lightning conductor
kV
t
Tmin
ESE
TSR Tmax
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.
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)
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Saint-Elme
lightning conductor
Staff
First
elevation
rod
2.00 m
3.80 m
2m
5.60 m
7.40 m
0.40 m
Second
elevation
rod
Third
elevation
rod
Lateral sealing to
4.15 m, 2 brackets;
above, 3 brackets
Tin-plated copper
conductor
30 x 2 mm
Conductor
coupling
Conductor fixings:
3 per meter
Control junction
Protective tube
length 2 m
3 stainless steel
fixing clips
Stainless steel
conductor clamp
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:
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.
From the lightning conductor, run one or several down conductors in tined copper
tape 30*2 mm fixed in three points per meter.
Two down conductors:
For
simple rod: route of the conductor > 35 m
For
ESE Lightning conductor: Height of the building > 28 m
Height chimneys or churches > 40 m
Horizontal route > vertical route
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.
The copper down conductors are made of tapes, braids, or round with minimum
section of 50 mm2.
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.
If a discharge counter is required, it is installed above the control junction.
Lightning conductor and down conductor

installation
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Practical Guide
Route of the down conductor:

As
direct as possible
As
short as possible
Avoiding
sudden right-angle bends

Avoiding
upward sections
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
40 cm 45 Maxi
Maxi
dl
d
l
d
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The earthing system should have:
a resistance less than or equal to 10 ohms.
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.
An exterior loop earthing system should be buried at least 0.5 meters below the
ground and at least 1 m from the walls.
The earthing system value must be measured by conventional means on the
insulated earthing system from all conductor elements.
The lightning conductors 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.
There are several types of earthing systems which depend mainly on the
environment in which they will be installed:
Triangulated
rods earthing system: it is one of the two earthing systems

described in the standard, and uses less flat conductor.
Crows
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.
Improved
crows foot earthing system: the vertical components make it

possible to find ground of different natures to reduce the resistance.
In-line
earthing system: this system is used in conditions where there is a

restriction in the area available.
An earth pit must be installed to disconnect easily the excavation from the
earthing system to measure it.
The interconnections of the conductors between each other are made by
clamping with elements of the same material, with riveting, by welding or brazing.
Earthing systems installation

Checking of the installations
8m
8m
8m
45
45
1m
Ground
Wall
0.60 m
8m
8m
8m
45
45
1m
Ground
Wall
0.60 m
2m
2m
6060
1m
Ground
Wall
0.60 m
2m
2m
1m
Ground
Wall
0.60 m
Triangulated rods earthing system

Crow's-foot earthing system
Improved crow's-foot earthing system
In-line earthing system
Earthing rod, 1.5 to 2 m ht
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).
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
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Practical Guide
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.
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.
The different protections against overvoltages
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).
Choice of the surge protective devices

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Protection systems
Practical Guide
EF
20
EF
20
EF
20
- 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.
Connection equipment
- 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.
Earthing system
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Practical Guide
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 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.
Energy network protection

- 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 mm 2 and 4 mm2 for
types 2 and 3.
Rules of installation
F1
I
d1
d2
F2
d3 5a 5b
SPD
BP
E
M
L1
L2
L3
N
PE
RCD
F1, F2: fuses or circuit breaker

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)
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Practical Guide
- 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.
- Respect the incoming/outgoing wiring direction.
- Do not connect in parallel incoming and outgoing lines.
- 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.
Rules of installation for TELECOM 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.
Rules of installation for coaxial protections

Input 1a
Input 1b
Input 2a
Input 2b
Output 1a
EQUIPMENT
Output 1b
Output 2a
Output 2b
EQUIPMENT Input Output
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Protection by ESE Lightning conductor and

energy network
Practical Guide
AFB 1060 2D
see page 42
ASS 4212 A2
see page 68
AFH 8041 PC
see page 54
AFK 0419 PT
see page 60
AFK 8000RV
see page 59
AFK 0020 RP
see page 60
AFB 1062 2D
see page 42
AFY 7600 EA
see page 62
AFZ 0514 PD
see page 48
AFK 0080 BC
see page 59
ASS 1114 D1
see page 67
AFV 0907 CF
see page 46
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Practical Guide
AFE 0050 PC
see page 50
AST 4001 CC
see page 88
AFH 6414 AC
see page 55
AST 7403 CC
see page 86
AFH 6032 BM
see page 53
AFJ 0812 RE
see page 56
ASX 5001 CO
see page 92
AFF 0836 PC
see page 50
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Protection of the transmissions

Practical Guide
AFB 1062 2D
see page 42
AY7 9161 BO
see page 100
AFH 1057 CS
see page 54
AFK 0901 GT
see page 59
ASX 5005 CO
see page 91
AST 4001 CC
see page 88
ASS 1106 C1
see page 67
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Practical Guide
AFB 1006 SE
see page 43
AFH 0030 AM
see page 53
AFJ 0819 RL
see page 56
ASS 1114 D1
see page 67
ASS 4212 A2
see page 68
AFM 6422 AF
see page 55
AFG 0030 CC
see page 52
AFH 2030 CM
AFH 8030 CC
see page 53
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The control of the Lightning Phenomenon
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Lightning, our job
In situ tests
The approved C3F training centre 33

The training for the Lightning phenomenon and its protection
Programmes and aims
Franklin Assistance Services 34

Installations
Control, maintenance and safety
Efficiency and reliability of a Lightning installation
Removal of radioactive lightning conductors and measures of
contamination
Prestigious References 36
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In the World
Franklin France, the expertise at your service

The control of the Lightning Phenomenon
Research & Development
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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 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).
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.
Lightning, our job

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.
In situ tests
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The approved C3F training Centre

Become an expert in Lightning 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.
Training for the Lightning phenomenon

and its protection
Programmes and aims
Modules Training Topics Targets Recommended for Required knowledge

DE1 The lightning risk To present the lightning phenomenon. Engineers General Industry
To explain the regular and standard prescriptions Installators & construction
concerning lightning protection against direct Architects knowledge
impacts to quote the protection equipments.
DE2 Overvoltage To explain the needs and functioning of overvoltage Engineers Knowledge in
protections following the standards. Technicians Electrotechnics
To determinate an efficient protection. and Electronics
DE3 Lightning overvoltage Regrouping DE1 and DE2 with practical cases studies. Engineers Knowledge in
Case studies (DE1/DE2/cases) Technicians Electrotechnics
Maintenance manager Security manager and Electronics
DE4 Electromagnetic compatibilty To present the Electromagnetic. Engineers Knowledge in
EMC Compatibility risks and to inform about protection means. Technicians Electrotechnics
and Electronics
DE5 Removal of radioactive Information about radioactive risks. Installators No particular
lightning conductor Presentation of the differents radioactive ligthning Maintenance manager Security manager knowledge required
conductors and the removal settlement.
DE6 Information on Lightning risks To inform about lightning protection following regulation Engineers - Technicians No particular
in force. Architects - Installators knowledge required
Maintenance manager Security manager
Other training sessions upon request: contact us.

Franklin Assistance Services
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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.
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.
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.

Installations
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Controls, maintenance and safety
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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.
Efficiency and reliability of a Lightning

installation
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.
Removal of radioactive lightning conductor

and measures of contamination
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

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.
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Earthings
Equipotentiality
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H (m) 15 s 30 s 45 s 60 s
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 48
Rp (m) T = 15 s T = 30 s T = 45 s T = 60 s
h (m) Np I II III I II III I II III I II III
2 13 18 29 19 25 28 25 32 36 31 39 43
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
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
Early Streamer Emission lightning conductors

Lightning Products
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.
Protection offered by Early Streamer Emission lightning

conductors
(NF C 17-102)
(*) 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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Lightning Products
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 conductors 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 conductors head acts as a capture device.
Therefore, the head is electrically insulated from the ground.
Principle & operating
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.
Caracteristics of the Saint-Elme Active
lightning conductor

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Lightning Products
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.
The Saint-Elme Active lightning conductors exitation advance device has been determinated
comparing to a rod of reference
obtained in short-circuiting the double device of this lightning conductor.
Complete lightning conductor conditionned
in carton box.
- Weight: 7 kg
- Dimensions: 800 x 200 x 240 mm
Test
AFV 0100 TT
Saint-Elme Active
range
Packaging
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.
Saint-Elme Active
lightning conductor remote control tester

Range of product
Pattern t (s) Solar Wind + solar Counter*
SE
SE
SE
SE
2D
2D
2D
2D
30
60
30
60
30
60
30
60
AFB
AFB
AFB
AFB
1030
1060
1730
1760
2D
2D
2D
2D
AFB
AFB
AFB
AFB
1032
1062
1732
1762
2D
2D
2D
2D
Not included
Not included
Included
Included
Dimensions
* Counter.
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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 conductors 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
conductors 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 conductors 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.
Refer page 46 for the discharge counter AFV0907CF and its characteristics.
Saint-Elme, lightning conductors
Type - Church
Historical
monument Aladin
Model 2 m stainless steel 1.5 m polished copper
2 m polished 2.4 m chromium
copper copper
Counter t (s) Without With 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 - -

Lightning Products
Saint-Elme
Polished copper
AFB0019SE
Aladin
Chromium plated copper
AFB4009SE
Lightning rods
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NF C 17-100
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.
Type Total Base Weight Elevatlon
Ref. Designation of height o.d. (kg) rods
point (m) (mm) number
AFA
AFA
AFA
AFA
0001
0002
0003
0004
PF
PF
PF
PF
Franklin
Franklin
Franklin
Franklin
lightning
lightning
lightning
lightning
rod
rod
rod
rod
Nickel copper 2.40 30 3.71 Chromium-plated 4.15 33 8.04 1

Galvanized steel 5.90 36 12.57 2
Treated steel 7.65 49 18.40 3
AFA
AFA
AFA
AFA
1001
1002
1003
1004
PF
PF
PF
PF
Franklin
Franklin
Franklin
Franklin
lightning
lightning
lightning
lightning
rod
rod
rod
rod
Stainless
Stainless
Stainless
Stainless
steel
steel
steel
steel
2.40
4.15
5.90
7.65
30
34
42
48
3.41 7.39 1
12.41 2
17.99 3
- - 0.35 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.
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.
AFA 0100 PF Multi-point Chrome plated bronze
Height Straight Ref. Designation Type Bend Base Weight (m) se(cmti)on a o.d. (kg)
AFA 1005 PF
Franklin lightning Stainless
1 0.30 30 M10 0.67
"Industrial stack" steel
AFA 1006 PF
Franklin lightning Stainless
2.40 0.80 30 30 3.41
"Industrial stack" steel
Simple lightning rod "Franklin" type

"Industrial stack" model
Radii of protection
AFA 0001 PF
AFA 1006 PF
AFJ 3100 SE
fixing clip
Lightning Products
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Lightning conductors kits

Lightning Products
Franklin Frances lightning conductors kits and earthings kits

have
been implemented in order to offer an easy and complete direct
lightning protection.
38 m radius of protection - Level II
Composed of:
- 1 Saint-Elme SE 9 lightning conductor
- 1 elevation rod n1 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 Weight: 22 kg
8.2 m radius of protection - Level II
Composed of:
- 1 Franklin rod
- 1 elevation rod n1 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 Weight: 17 kg
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 16 mm
- 3 earth rod to tape clamps
- 10 m 30 x 2 tinned copper tape
Reference AFP 0012 PT Weight: 12 kg
Arrow vane kit adaptable on lightning conductor kits.
Reference AGN 7730 AT Weight: 2.3 kg
12
3
4
1
2
3
4
ESE Kit
Simple Rod Kit
Earthing Kit
Vane Kit
AGN 7730 AT
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Lightning counter
Lightning Products
Impact controller 1 kA to 100 kA
Conformity tests carried by LCIE

Complies with UTE C 17-106/2001
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.
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.
Meshed cages: installation recommended of a counter on each frontage, on the
down conductors connecting to the highest points of the structure.
Description
Ordering code AFV 0907 CF
Counting range 00 to 99
Counter threshold IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 1 kA in 8/20 wave
(Minimal discharge current detected) (no detection below 150 A)
Maximum discharge current detected 100 kA in 8/20 wave*
in compliance with IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 (150 kA in 4/10 wave)
Permanent working current None
Terminal capacity 8 mm (50 mm2)
Necessary circuit breaker No
Operating temperature range - 30 C / + 80 C
Protection index IP53
Dimensions 165 x 92 x 47 mm
Weight 430 g
* Value corresponding to the maximum discharge current available in the testing

facility.
AFV 0907 CF
Installation
Lightning
conductor
Down
conductor
Protective tube
Earthing system
Lightning
counter
Control junction
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Lightning Products
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.
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 Part for Concrete Weight (mm) ca(mulkmin)g (cmubme) (kg)
AFD 2200 FS
Caulking socket
for lightning conductor Galvanized steel 750 250 250 1.52
Ref. Designation Type dimenDsriiollninsg (mm) W(ekigg)ht Observations

AFD 2005 TC
Carriage bolt 0.2 m Galvanized
18 1.16
for lightning conductor steel
AFD 2006 TL
Carriage bolt 1 m
""
6.54
for lightning conductor
Franklin elevation rods for lightning rod

conductors
Stainless
steel
304 L
Galvanized
steel
Overall Number Base Weight Ref. Designation Type height of element o.d. (kg) (m) (mm)
AFC
AFC
AFC
AFC
AFC
AFC
AFC
AFC
AFC
AFC
AFC
2001
2021
2031
2002
2003
1001
1022
1023
1002
1003
5001
MR
MR
MR
MR
MR
MR
MR
MR
MR
MR
MR
Standard elevation rod Nr 1 2.00 1 33.0 4.29

Nr 1 + Nr 2 3.75 2 36.0 8.86
Nr 1 + Nr 2 + Nr 3 5.50 3 49.0 14.69
"Corrosive atmosphere" elevation rod Nr 1 2.00 1 33.7 3.98
Nr 1 + Nr 2 3.75 2 42.4 9.00
Nr 1 + Nr 2 + Nr 3 5.50 3 48.3 14.58
Bent support for St-Elme 1 1 33.7 8.13
Fixings for lightning rod conductors and

elevation rods
Vertical and carriage bolt holdfasts
AFD 2200 FS
AFC 2001 MR
AFD 2005 TC
Guying kit: AFD 1050 KH
For lightning
conductor staff
On wood and
concrete structures

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 Clamping Weight
(m) (kg)
AFZ 2008 PS
Lateral sealing Galvanized from 30
1.46
brackets 400 m steel to 50
Ref. Designation Type Diam. Dimensions (mm) Weight (kg)

Multi-purpose
AFZ 2802 FU
fixing brackets
Galvanized steel 33 to 49 mm 15 x 110 x 140 1.08
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For offset fixing of lightning conductor masts and elevation rod on towers, vertical
pipes, metal frameworks.
Ref. Designation Type Passage Weight
(mm) (kg)
AFZ 0412 SL SL brackets Galvanized steel 30 to 50 1.82
" " 1.48

" 30 to 114 2.27
Fixing by stud gun, bolting, taping
AFZ 0417 FC Cross fixing
AFZ 0513 SL SL brackets
Ref. Designation Type Passage Weight

(mm) (kg)
AFZ 0414 PD
"offset" brackets Galvanized
10 1.44
220 mm steel
AFZ 0514 PD
"offset" brackets
310 mm
AFZ 0815 PD
""
"offset" brackets
310 mm
""
1.68
"offset" brackets " " 6.77

500 mm
AFZ 0614 PD
"offset" brackets Stainless
10 1.37
220 mm steel
AFZ 0714 PD
1.59
Lateral sealing brackets

Multi-purpose fixing brackets
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.
Lateral fixing brackets

"Offset" fixing brackets
AFZ 0414 PD
AFZ 0417 FC
AFZ 0412 SL
AFZ 2802 FU
Lightning Products
AFZ 0513 SL
AFZ 2008 PS
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Generally used to fix lightning conductors and their elevation rods to stacks,
concrete masts, etc.
Ref. Designation Type Clamping Weight
(m) (kg)
Observations
AFZ 2012 PS Taping
Galvanized
25 to 60 0.9
For lightning conductor
steel or elevation rod
AFD 2010 PS Strip coil 40 mm
Galvanized
steel
5 In 25 m rolls
" - 1 In 5 m rolls
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 50 cm.
AFD 2011 PS Strip coil 40 mm
Height Drilling
Distance
Ref. Designation Weight
(mm) (mm)
between feet
(mm) (kg)
AFD 3200 FS Universal Three-feet 800 M 10 max. 385 6.00
Fixing of Saint-Elme lightning conductors and 2.40 m Franklin rods only on towers
and metal frameworks.
Ref. Designation Type dPiaasmseatgeer W(ekigg)ht Observations
AFD 0411 EB Threaded base Treated steel M 16 0.88
AFD 1411 EB Threaded base Stainless steel M 16 0.87
Ref. Designation Type Passage Passage Weight

diameter (mm) dimensions (mm) (kg)
AFD 5001 CE Water deflecting cone Rubber 6 to 60 120 x 80 0.07
" 6 to 127 200 x 105 0.18

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.
AFD 5002 CE Water deflecting cone
Taping
Three-feet saddle
AFZ 2012 PS
AFD 2010 PS
Saddle
Water deflecting cones
Lightning Products
AFD 3200 FS
AFD 0411 EB

AFD 5001 CE
* (EPDM).
Mast
delivered drilled
50
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 Fictive sphere radius Mesh size Space between down
(m) R (m) (m) conductors (m)
I 20 5 x 5 10
II 30 10 x 10 15
III 45 15 x 15 20
IV 60 20 x 20 25
Threaded rods, carriage bolt mounts and expansion mounts are delivered
with seal collars.
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.
Ref. Designation Type Height Base Weight
(mm) Dimensions (kg)
AFE 0050 PC Strike point Nickel/chromium 500 M10 0.44
AFE 0100 PC Strike point " 1000 M10 0.72
AFE 1050 PC Strike point Stainless steel 500 M10 0.43
AFE 1100 PC Strike point " 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
AFF 0501 PC
Extra fixing
Tin-plated copper
bracket for tape
AFF 0502 PC
"
1000 M10 1.17
65 x 30 mm 0.07
Extra round fixing " - - 0.05

bracket for round cond.
Ref. Designation Type Length Drilling Weight

Depth (mm) (mm) (kg)
AFF 2025 PC Threaded rod Galvanized steel M10 100
AFF 2026 PC Carriage bolt mount
""
140
AFF 2030 PC Expansion mount Treated steel
0.080
0.065
"
85 12 x 60 0.045
AFF 0836 PC Support angle Treated brass M10 50/50 x 30 x 5

AFF 0835 PC Support plate Treated steel M10 65 x 65
0.12
0.430
Lightning Products
Level of protection
Strike points
Fixings for strike points
NF C 17-100 AFE 0100 PC
AFE 0050 PC
AFF 0502 PC
AFF 0501 PC
AFF 2025 PC
AFF 2030 PC
AFF 0835 PC
Meshed cages
AFF 0836 PC
Meshed cages
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Fixing strike points to tubular masts such as aerial masts.
Ref. Designation Type Mast diameter (mm) Weight (kg)

AFD 0416 AA Aerial adaptor Stainless steel 46 0.90
Ref. Designation Type Dimensions Passage Weight

(mm) diameter (kg)
AFF 8036 PC Cement "point support" stud PVC + cement 140 x 140 x 80 M10 1.00
Ref. Designation Type Dimensions Passage Weight

(mm) diameter (kg)
AFF 0503 PC "Point support" base Treated cupro-aluminium 53 x 53 x 14 M10 0.22
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.
AFJ
AFF
AFF
AFF
AFF
AFF
AFJ
AFF
AFF
AFF
AFF
0811
0835
0501
0503
0501
0501
0812
8036
2030
0501
0501
RE
PC
PC
PC
PC
PC
RE
PC
PC AFF 8040 PC
PC AFH 6413 AC
PC AFF 2025 PC AFF 0836 PC
Lightning Products
AFD 0416 AA
AFF 0503 PC
Aerial mast adaptors
Cement "point support" studs
"Point support" bases
Fixing details for meshed cages
AFF 8036 PC
The "Point support" bases can be used in certain cases. It can be used as collars
fixings for strike points.
Conductors
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Ref. Designation Type Dimensions Cross-section Weight
(mm) (mm2) (kg/m)
AFG 0302 CP
Flat conductor
Tin-plated copper 27 x 2 > 50 0.49
(by 50 and 80 m)
AFG 4303 CP
Aluminium flat conductor
Aluminium 30 x 3 90 0.24
(by 100 m)
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
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.
(mm) (mm2) (kg/m)
AFG
AFG
AFG
AFG
AFG
AFG
0028
0018
0008
2008
2018
0008
CR Round conductor (by 80 m) Bare copper 8 > 50 0.44

CR Round conductor (by 25) Bare copper 8 > 50 0.44
CR Copper round conductor (by 50 m) Annealed tin-plated 8 > 50 0.44
CR Steel conductor round Galvanized steel 8 > 50 0.39
CR Stainless steel conductor Stainless steel 8 > 50 0.33
BC 3 m bar Bare copper 8 > 50 1.35

(mm) (mm2) (kg)
AFG
AFG
AFG
AFG
AFG
0303
5038
0025
0035
0016
CS Multibraid conductor 50 mm2 Tin-plated copper 30 x 3 > 50 0.48

CR Multibraid conductor 50 mm2 Bare copper 8 > 50 0.45
CR Multibraid conductor 25 mm2 Bare copper 5.6 25 0.23
CS Multibraid conductor 35 mm2 Tin-plated copper 6.7 35 0.32
CS Multibraid conductor 16 mm2 Tin-plated copper 4.5 16 0.15
For portable installations.

(mm) (mm2) (kg)
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
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.
Ref. Designation Type Dimensions Length. x Weight

(mm) radius (mm) (kg)
AFG 0030 CC Preformed elbow Tin-plated copper 30 x 2 ~ 70 x 30 0.27
For flat conductors diverting.
Lightning Products
Flat Conductors
Round conductors
Flexible braids
Preformed elbows
Shunts
AFG 0302 CP
AFG 0008 CR
AFG 0303 CS
AFG 0030 CC
AFG 0230 ST
AFG 0430 ST
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Conductors fixings
Lightning Products
NF C 17-100 and NF C 17-102 standards.

Three fixings per linear meter.
Fixing of flat conductors to masonry, concrete, brick walls etc. Use preferably with
lead plugs.
Ref. Designation Type Length Weight
(mm) (kg)
AFH
AFH
AFH
AFH
1030
2030
2040
8030
CM Masonry driving in hook for 30 mm tape Stainless steel 30 0.017

CM Masonry driving in hook for 30 mm tape Zamak 30 0.014
CM Masonry driving in hook Galvanized steel 40 0.018
CC Plug for driving in hook 30 mm Lead 30 0.006
Ref. Designation Type Drilling hole Weight

(mm) (kg)
- 0.006
To fix flat conductors on tile or slate roofs.
AFH 0030 BF Clip for zinc roof Tin-plated copper
Ref. Designation Type Stem length Weight

(mm) (kg)
AFH 0030 AM Flat clip-on tile Tin-plated copper 200 0.040
AFH 0031 AM
""
100 0.026
Ref. Designation Type Dimensions Weight

(mm) (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
Roof clips: for fixing flat conductors on zinc shingles or roof, pop rivets on shingles
and welding on metal roofs.
To fix flat conductors on flat waterproof roof terraces. These brackets are attached
by heat cementing.
Ref. Designation Type Dimensions Weight
(mm) (kg)
AFH 7000 AC Fixing collar for flat conductor Brass 50 x 16 0.026
Fixing of flat conductors on different support types. Delivered with wood screw in
steel M7 x 40.
AFH 0031 AM
AFH 0030 AM
AFH 0030 BF
AFH 6032 BM
Driving in hooks
Staples
Roof clips
"Mamouth" brackets
Collars
AFH 2030 CM
AFH 8030 CC
AFH 7000 AC
Conductors fixings
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These fixings can be used to fasten flat and round conductors to angle type metal
supports.
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 Fixing Weight (kg)
AFH 2000 AC Frame clip for round conductor 8 or 10 Galvanized steel 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. 8 on flat support Plated steel Thickness 7 to 11 mm max. 0.002
Ref. Designation Type Conductor Weight (kg)

AFH 2002 PG Gutter passage Galvanized steel
Flat 30 mm
0.200
and round 10 mm max.
Ref. Designation Type Strip clamping Weight

width (mm) Max/Min (mm) (kg)
AFH 1051 CS Clamping collar Stainless steel 13 25 to 45 0.025
"""
"""
AFH 1054 CS " " "
AFH 1052 CS
35 to 52 0.026
AFH 1053 CS
47 to 67 0.030
62 to 82 0.032
" 8 8 to 100 0.008

Quick assembling, no particular tool necessary.
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.
AFH 1057 CS Clamping collar INOX
Ref. Designation Type Dimensions Thickness Weight

(mm) (mm) (kg)
AFH 0075 RP Alu. Pop rivet Aluminium 4 x 12.5 10 0.002
AFH 3000 PR Pop rivet clamp - - - 0.420
AFH 0075 RN Vulca alu disc Aluminium 10 x 4.8 2 0.002
Ref. Designation Type Height (mm) Weight (kg)

AFH 8039 PC
Cement conductor
PVC + cement 140 x 140 x 80 mm 1.00
support stud
AFH 8040 PC
Stant-off
PVC + cement " 1.00
conductor support
AFH 8041 PC
Cement conductor
support stud PVC
"
0.08
Lightning Products
Fixing for angle plates, towers and metal
frameworks
Gutter passages
Clamping collars
Expansion rivets
Cement "conductor support" studs
NFC 17-100 and NFC 17-102 Standards
Three fixings per meter linear.
AFH 2000 AC
AFH 2001 AC
AFH 2002 PG
AFH 1051 CS
AFH 8040 PC
AFH 1057 CS
AFH 8039 PC
(1)
in polypropylene.
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Conductors fixings
Lightning Products
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 4 mm 0.002
AFH 6502 CL Tape clip for 30 x 3 Fixing hole diam 4 mm 0.002
AFH 0075 RP Alu pop rivet 4 x 12.5 Box of 100 units 0.100
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 Observations Weight (kg)
AFH
AFH
AFH
AFH
AFH
AFH
AFH
AFH
6413
6414
6415
6416
6405
6406
6407
6408
AC
AC
AC
AC
AC
AC
AC
AC
Clip
Clip
Clip
Clip
Clip
Clip
Clip
Clip
for 30 mm flat conductor "stud" H 8 mm 0.022

for 30 mm fiat conductor "pad" H 14 mm 0.023
for 30 mm flat conductor "plug" H 14 mm 0.023
for 30 mm flat conductor "support" H 24 mm 0.023
with lock "stud gun" H 18 mm 0.008
with lock "pad" H 18 mm 0.010
with lock "plug" H 18 mm 0.010
with lock "support" H 25 mm 10 mm max. 0.010
To be used with "support" type clips.

Ref. Designation Type Observations Weight (kg)
AFH
AFH
AFH
AFH
AFH
AFH
6417
6418
6419
6420
6421
6422
CE Expansion plug PVC 16-length 42 mm 0.016

CT Tile or slate hook White plated steel Length 44 cm 0.093
GT Tile or slate slide (nailed) White plated steel Length 23 cm 0.040
GT Tile or slate slide (spiked) White plated steel Length 40 cm 0.074
CB Bolt hook clamp M8 x 60 White plated steel For corrugated plate roof 0.010
AF Roof tree clamp White plated steel Adjustment 17/24 cm 0.074
* For 6 and 10 upon request.

For flat or
round conductor
For round conductor
8 mm*
NFC 17-100 and NFC 17-102 Standards

Three fixings per meter linear.
Metal clips
"Cableway" clips
"Cableway" clip support accessories:
used with "support" clip models.
AFH 6500 CL
AFH 6416 AC
AFH 6414 AC
AFH 6406 AC
AFH 6420 GT
AFH 6421 CB
AFH 6422 AF
AFH 6415 AC
AFH 6407 AC
AFH 6419 GT
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Conductors fixings
Lightning Products
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.
Ref. Designation Type Dimensions (mm) Weight (kg)
AFJ 0811 RE Channel clip 30 mm Spring bronze 30 x 30 x 7 0.026
AFJ 0812 RE Channel clip 90 mm Spring bronze 90 x 30 x 7 0.070
Conductor interconnections.
Ref. Designation Type Observations Weight (kg)

AFJ
AFJ
AFJ
AFJ
AFJ
0005
0819
0008
0817
0818
RC Cross coupling Cupro alu For flat 30 mm 0.218

RL "Flat/round" coupling Stainless steel In line - 8 and 10 mm 0.100
RC Round/round clamp Galvanized steel 8 and 10 0.120
RT T-coupling for round/round Zinc For round 8 or 10 mm 0.120
RL In line coupling for round/round Zinc For round 8 or 10 mm 0.120
Ref. Designation Type Dimensions Conductor Weight

(mm) (mm) (g)
AFH
AFH
AFH
AFH
0458
0558
1558
0388
RC
RC
RC
RC
Straight connector Bare copper 45 8 52

T connector Bare copper 55 8 82
Cross connector Bare copper 55 8 114
Right angle connector Bare copper 38 8 56
Ref. Designation Type Dimension (mm) Section Number Weight

(L x l x h) (mm2) of screws (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
Ref. Designation Type Dimension (mm) Section Number Weight

(L x P) (mm2) of sockets (g)
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
Clamping connectors for diam. 8 mm trolley

Channel clips
"Cross couplings"
Cable clips
Cable sockets
AFJ 0817 RT
AFJ 0005 RC
AFH 0458 RC
AFJ 0811 RE
AFJ 0812 RE
AFJ 0819 RL
AFJ 0818 RL
AFH 1558 RC
AFH 0388 RC
AFH 1050 SC
AFH 2650 CC
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Conductors fixings
Lightning Products
Choice between:
One mould for 25 mm2 cable AFK 5101 SA
or
or
(Each mold is used for welding to a vertical metal support)
and
20 welds
Composed of:
One mould for horizontally welded flat cable
One mould for horizontally welded flat cable in flat position
One mould for a flat crossing of two conductors
One mould for a vertical crossing of two conductors
10 welds for each connection
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
1
1
1
1
clamp
G-cramp
scraper
brush
primer
1 plastic case
Items specific to each 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 mm 2 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.
HOTWELD Aluminothermic Welding Kit

Electrician's kit
Telecom Kit: AFK 5200 SA
1
1
2
23
4
3
4
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Conductors fixings
Lightning Products
AFK 5401 SA AFK 5402 SA AFK 5403 SA AFK 5404 SA
Other possibilities
Other possibilities are available in addition to those in kits. Please contact us.
Examples of kits:
Ref. Designation Weight (kg)
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
5101
5102
5103
5200
5301
5302
SA
SA
SA
SA
SA
SA
Electrician's kit, 25 mm2 cable 7

Telecom kit 12
Computer kit, 25 x 2 mm cable 11
Computer kit, 30 x 3 mm cable 11
Choice between:
Two moulds for 25 x 2 mm braid AFK5301SA
Welds produced:
On horizontal metal support
90 crossing of two conductors
or
Two moulds for 30 x 3 mm braid AFK5302SA
Welds produced:
On horizontal metal support
90 crossing of two conductors
and
20 welds for each connection
Computer kit
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Earthings
Lightning Products
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
Designed to protect down conductors against any mechanical impact. Placed on

the ground level and near passageways. Delivered with their clamping collars.
Used to assemble three or more flat conductor strands to make a "crow's-foot"
type earthing connection.
Earthing equipment.
AFK 4200 FP Protective tube Galvanized steel 40 x 4 x 2000 1.26
for flat conductor 30 mm
AFK 4204 FP
Protective tube
Stainless steel 40 x 4 x 2000 0.83
for round conductor 30 mm
AFK 4201 FP Protective tube for flat conductor Stainless steel 20 x 2000 2.18
Ref. Designation Type Dimension (mm) Weight (kg)

AFK 0004 RM Multistrand coupling Cast copper alu. 80 x 80 x 20 0.93
Used in some cases as earth connections. They consist of red copper in a mesh
of 115 x 40 mm.
Designed to accomodate control junctions when these are provided on the ground,
as well as all mechanical interconnections to the earthing network.
AFK 8000 RV PVC inspection pit Slate grey PVC 170 x 170 x 90 0.9
AFK 8001 RV
AFK 8002 RV
" Cast-iron 230 4.9

" " 170 2.5

AFK 0900 GT
"Copper" earthing grid
Copper 920 x 660 2.64
AFK 0901 GT "Copper" earthing grid
"
2000 x 1000 7.00
Control junctions
Protective tubes
Multistrand coupling and earth bars
Earth pits
Earthing grids and plates
Earthing tester: refer page 98.
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
60
0080
0004
8000
0900
4200
8001
BC
RM
RV
GT
FP
RV
Earthings
Lightning Products
Earth rods and accessories

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

AFK 0101 PT Galvanized steel earth rod 21 1.00 1.18
AFK 0102 PT Galvanized steel earth rod 21 1.50 1.69
AFK 0103 PT Galvanized steel earth rod (can be lengthened) 20 1.20 2.87
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
AFK
AFK
AFK
0316
0416
0319
0419
PT
PT
PT
PT
Copper-steel
Copper-steel
Copper-steel
Copper-steel
earth
earth
earth
earth
rod
rod
rod
rod
16
16
19
19
1.5 1.9
2 2.56
1.5 2.76
2 3.89
Ref. Designation Type (mm) Weight (kg)

AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
0010
0020
2016
2019
0016
0019
2069
2070
RP Earth rod to tape clamp Brass Flat 16 0.084

RP Earth rod diam 19 to tape clamp Copper-alu Flat 16-19 0.150
PE Spike Treated steel Flat 16 0.138
PE Spike Treated steel Flat 19 0.164
MA Rod connecting clamp Brass Flat 16 0.136
MA Rod connecting clamp Brass Flat 19 0.180
BE Driving head Treated steel Flat 16 0.190
BE Driving head Treated steel Flat 19 0.400
Ref. Designation Type Dimension (cm) Weight (kg)
AFH8000PS Lightning earthing marker Aluminium 10 x 10 x 10 0.11
Galvanized steel earth rods

Stainless steel earth rods
Copper-steel earth rods
Clamping and driving accessories
Signalisation accessories
Other dimensions upon request.
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFK
AFH
61
0101
1029
2069
0020
0316
0016
2016
8000
PT
PT
BE
RP
PT
MA
PE
PS
Equipotentiality devices
Lightning Products
Equipotentiality bar
Clips for equipotentiality connections
Ref. Designation Dimensions (mm) Weight (kg)
AFK 0020 BE
Equipotentiality bar, 2 x 8 holes
200 x 50 x 5 0.59
Dia. 10 + insulators
AFK 0125 BE Equipotentiality bar, 70 holes, Dia. 10 1750 x 25 x 5 1.70
AFH 4000 IT Earth bar isolator 40 x 40 0.10
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 0001 ST Ground coil 225 x 68 x 102 1.33
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).
Inductance: 20 H / 10 MHz
Wire cross-section: 25 mm2 (flexible)

Continuous resistance: 1.5 m
Maximum continuous intensity: 100 A
Ref. Designation Type Cliping diameter (mm) Weight (g)
AFH 8100 CE Clips for equipotentiality Stainless steel 12-32 46
AFH 8101 CE
AFH 8102 CE
""
""
32-50 50
50-75 50
Ground coil
AFH 8102 CE
AFK 0001 ST
AFK 0020 BE
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Equipotentiality devices
Lightning Products
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.
Surge divester
Equipotentiality surge divester
Reference AFY 7600 EA
Applications TV antennas,
Type 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
Weight (kg) 0.35
Reference AFK 0112 BE 0111 EG 0113 EE

Explosive Explosive
Applications
Risk of
corrosion environment, environment,
cathodic prot cathodic prot
Type Inox +PVC Zinc + PVC Zinc + PVC
Discharge current (8/20 wave) 100 kA, 10 x 100 kA, 10 x 100 kA, 10 x
Level of protection Up
(Impulse spark-over voltage, 1.2/50 wave) 4 kV 2.2 kV 2.2 kV
Couplings 8 mm 2 x M10 2 x M10
(cable 130 mm) (cable 230 mm)
Protection index IP65 Ex(s) G4 Ex(s) G4
Dimensions 45 x 160 mm 63 x 90 mm 63 x 90 mm
Weight (kg) 0.29 0.75 0.85
To be sure of the potential balancing of the different earths when a direct link
between the earths is not allowed by the application.
AFY 7600 EA
AFK 0112 BE
AFK 0111 EG
Overvoltage Products
Energy networks 64
Modular surge protective devices type I

Modular surge protective devices type II
Cabinets of protection
Mobile protections
Strategic networks
Miscellaneous
Telecommunication Data transmission 84

Multi-line housings
Wall protections
DIN modules
Computer networks
Coaxial 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 82
Overvoltage counter
Coordination coils and filter
Overvoltage Products
Electric networks
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Energy networks
Overvoltage products
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 components
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.
Concerns
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.
Purpose
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 products 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.
Application
These products offer a large panel of performances with discharge current ranging from (5 kA to
160 kA in wave 8/20 s and 10 kA to
100 kA in wave 10/350 s), 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
Interest and performances

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.
Installation
Comply with NF C 15-100, IEC 60364, UTE C 15-443, NF C 61-740
and IEC 61-643-1 standards
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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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
Installation rules and electrical safety: NF C 15-100, IEC 60364 or the national equivalent electrical standard.
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.
2 MOV: varistor. GDT: encapsulated sparkgap. 3 EN 61643-11: product tested with its associated overcurrent protection (IEC 61643-1/1998: without).
4 max. calibre of fuses upstream the SPD (circuit breaker: 80 A). 5 TT systems: RCD compulsory upstream "C1" type SPDs.
1
F1, F2: fuses or circuit breaker.

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)
(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)
Installation principle (general case) Association

of SPDs
Internal diagrams and dimensions (mm)
(A) (B) (C) Side view
Ordering code ASS3311T1 ASS3312T1 ASS3114A1 ASS9302N1
Nominal voltage Un 120 V 230 V 230 V 120 V or 230 V
Type of network (three phase, single) all all three phase + N all
Neutral earthing systems TT, TNS, TNC TT, TNS, TNC TT, TNS TT, TNS
Protection modes1 / Diagram type all / A all / A 4+0 / B N-PE / C
Technology2 MOV MOV MOV GDT

Max. operating voltage Uc 175 V 335 V 335 V 255 V
TOV withstand characteristics Ut > 208 V > 416 V > 416 V Discharge current3 Iimp 25 kA 100 kA
IEC 61643-11 In 70 kA 80 kA
Imax 100 kA 160 kA
Imax (IEC 61643-1/1998) 160 kA 160 kA
Protection level Up at In 1 kV 2 kV 2 kV 1.5 kV
Up at In = 40 kA 0.85 kV 1.5 kV 1.5 kV 0.8 kV
Residual overvoltage Ures at 3 kA 0.5 kV 0.85 kV 0.85 kV 0.15 kV
Ures at Iimp 0.65 kV 1.15 kV 1.15 kV 1.75 kV
Specific energy (charge) W/R (Q) 156 kJ/(12.5 A.s) 2500 kJ/(50 A.s)
Response time < 25 ns < 100 ns
Residual current / Follow current < 2 mA / - - / 100 A
Thermal disconnection and end of life indicator yes Associated overcurrent protection4 250 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
Wiring length / Torque 7 mm / 0.25 Nm L, N, PE terminals Capacity 4 to 35 mm2 (stranded: 25 mm2 max.)
Wiring length / Torque 14 mm / 4 Nm
Operating temperature range - 40 / +80 C
Enclosure: Protection index / Material IP20 / thermoplastic UL 94 V-0
Location category / Number of ports internal / 1 port
Weight 255 g 335 g 1300 g 260 g
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 networks
inputs with 12.5 kA/class I SPDs).
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.
Description
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)
Electric networks
Class I modular surge protective devices - T1-25 range
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
2002),
UL 1449 ed. 2, ANSI C62.41, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5
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.
1
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 networks inputs with 12.5 kA/class 1 SPDs).
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.
Description
Ordering code 2 and 4 poles
1 pole (L3)
Nominal voltage Un
Type of network (single phase, three phase)
Neutral earthing systems
Protection modes1 / Diagram type
Technology2
Max.operating voltage Uc (L-N/N-PE)
TOV withstand characteristics Ut
Discharge current3 Iimp
IEC 61643-11 In
(L-N/N-PE) Imax
Protection level Up at In
(L-N/N-PE) Up at In = 25 kA
Residual overvoltage Ures to 3 kA
(L-N/N-PE) Ures to Iimp
Specific energy (Charge) W/R
(L-N/N-PE) Q
Response time (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
Operating temperature range
Enclosure: Protection index / Material
Location category / Number of ports
Weight (L3)
ASS1111C1
ASS1111L1
120 V
all
L3
TT, TNS, TNC
L3: TNC
2+0 / A
L3: 1+0 / B
MOV
175 V
> 208 V
12.5 kA
40 kA
80 kA
1 kV
0.85 kV
0.53 kV
0.65 kV
40 kJ/
(6.25 A.s)
< 25 ns
< 2 mA / yes
ASS1113D1
120 V
three phase
TT, TNS
3+1 / C
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
40/625 kJ/
(6.25/25 A.s)
< 25/100 ns
< 2 mA / - / 100 A
yes (N-PE: - )
ASS1112C1
ASS1111L1
230 V
all
L3
TT, TNS, TNC
L3: TNC
2+0 / A
L3: 1+0 / B
MOV
335V
> 416 V
12.5 kA
40 kA
80 kA
1.8 kV
1.5 kV
0.9 kV
1.1 kV
40 kJ/
(6.25 A.s)
< 25 ns
< 2 mA / yes
ASS1114D1
230 V
three phase
TT, TNS
3+1 / C
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
0.9/0.15 kV
1.1/0.6 kV
40/625 kJ/
(6.25/25 A.s)
< 25/100 ns
< 2 mA / - / 100 A
yes (N-PE: - )
ASS1106C1
ASS1106L1
400 V
all
L3
all
L3: TNC, IT
2+0 / A
L3: 1+0 / B
ASS1118A1
400 V
three phase
TT, TNS, IT+N
4+0 / D
MOV
440 V
Uc
12.5 kA
40 kA
80 kA
2.4 kV
2 kV
1.25 kV
1.55 kV
40 kJ/
(6.25 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 - 1.5 mm2
7 mm / 0.25 Nm 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
270 (210) g 525 g 320 (240) g 570 g 290 (225) g 565 g
TT systems: RCD
MEB: main earth bar
10 mm2 min. (IEC 60364: 16 mm2 min.)
Installation general principle Association

of SPDs
Internal diagrams and dimensions (mm)
(A) (B) (C) (D) Side view
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60 and 40 kA pre-assembled plug-in protections
120/208 V and 230/400 V networks- Level I and II applications
2002),
UL 1449 ed. 2, ANSI C62.41, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5
1
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).
Description
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Ordering code 4 poles + RM
3 poles + RM
2 poles + RM
1 pole
Nominal voltage Un
Neutral earthing systems 2 and 4 poles
3 poles
1 pole
Technology2
Max. operating voltage Uc

Discharge current3 In
IEC 61643-11 Imax
Imax (IEC 61643-1/1998)
Iimp (2 modules in parallel)
Up at In = 15/20 kA
Residual overvoltage Ures to 3 kA
Response time
Residual current / Follow current
Replacement module
Weight (for 1 pole)
ASS4211A2
ASS4211B2
ASS4211C2
ASS4201T2
ASS8211A2
ASS8211B2
ASS8211C2
ASS8201T2
ASS4212A2
ASS4212B2
ASS4212C2
ASS4202T2
ASS8212A2
ASS8212B2
ASS8212C2
ASS8202T2
ASS4214A2
ASS4214B2
ASS4204T2
ASS8214A2
ASS8214B2
ASS8204T2
20 kA
40 kA
40 kA
0.95 kV
0.85 kV (15 kA)
0.55 kV
30 kA
60 kA
70 kA
15 kA
0.95 kV
0.85 kV (20 kA)
0.53 kV
20 kA
40 kA
40 kA
1.65 kV
1.5 kV (15 kA)
1 kV
30 kA
60 kA
70 kA
15 kA
1.6 kV
1.4 kV (20 kA)

0.9 kV
20 kA
40 kA
40 kA
2.3 kV
2.1 kV (15 kA)
1.4 kV
30 kA
60 kA
70 kA
15 kA
2.1 kV
1.9 kV (20 kA)
1.25 kV
< 25 ns
< 1 mA / yes
125 A gG 160 A gG 125 A gG 160 A gG 125 A gG 160 A gG
25 kA
1.5 mm2
7 mm / 0.25 Nm
12 mm / 4 Nm
- 40 / +80 C
Internal / 1 port
ASS4001T2 ASS8001T2 ASS4002T2 ASS8002T2 ASS4004T2 ASS8004T2
120 g 140 g 125 g 150 g 130 g 155 g
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
TT systems: RCD
MEB: main earth bar
10 mm2 min. (IEC 60364: 16 mm2 min.)
Installation principle (general case) Internal diagrams and dimensions (mm)

Electric networks
Class II modular surge protective devices - T2-C1D range
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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
4 max. calibre of fuses upstream the SPD (circuit breaker: 20 A and 50 A resp.). 5 TT systems: RCD compulsory upstream "C1" type SPDs.
1
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).
Description
ASS4211G2
120 V
TT,TNS
1+1 / A
TT systems: RCD
MEB: main earth bar
10 mm2 min. (IEC 60364: 16 mm2 min.)

(A) (B) (C) Side view
MOV+GDT MOV+GDT
175 / 255 V 335 / 255 V
> 208 V > 416 V
ASS4212D2
ASS4202E2
230 V
TT,TNS
3+1 / C
1+1 / B
ASS4211D2
ASS4201E2
120 V
TT,TNS
3+1 / C
1+1 / B
ASS4212G2
230 V
TT,TNS
1+1 / A
< 25/100 ns
L-N: < 1 mA / - (N-PE: - / 100 A)
L-N: yes (N-PE: - )
- 40 / +80 C
Internal / 1 port
Ordering code Three phase + N

Single phase
Nominal voltage Un
Technology2
Max. operating voltage Uc (L-N/N-PE)
Discharge current (L-N/N-PE) In
IEC 61643-113 Imax
(L-N/N-PE) Up at In = 5/15 kA
Residual overvoltage (L-N/N-PE) Ures to 3 kA
L, N, PE terminals Capacity (stranded/rigid)

Replacement module
Weight (three phase)
20/20 kA
40/40 kA
0.95/1.2 kV
0.85/1.2 kV (15 kA)
0.55/0.15 kV
125 A gG
25 kA
1.5 mm2
7 mm / 0.25 Nm
(single phase: no RM)
4 to 25/35 mm2
12 mm / 4 Nm
L-N: ASS4001T2
N-PE: ASS4002N2
225 g (445 g)
10/20 kA
20/40 kA
0.9/1.2 kV
0.7 kV/1.2 (5 kA)
0.58/0.15 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)
ASS4001G1
125 g
10/20 kA
20/40 kA
1.5/1.2 kV
1.15/1.2 kV (5 kA)
1/0.15 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)
ASS4002G2
130 g
20/20 kA
40/40 kA
1.65/1.2 kV
1.5/1.2 kV (15 kA)
1/0.15 kV
125 A gG
25 kA
1.5 mm2
7 mm / 0.25 Nm
(single phase: no RM)
4 to 25/35 mm2
12 mm / 4 Nm
L-N: ASS4002T2
N-PE: ASS4002N2
230 g (460 g)
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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

2002),
UL 1449 ed. 2, ANSI C62.41, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5
4 max. calibre of fuses upstream the SPD (circuit breaker: 16 A and 50 A resp.). 5 TT systems: RCD compulsory upstream "C1" type SPDs.
1
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).
Description
Ordering code Three phase + N

Single phase
Nominal voltage Un
Technology2
Max. operating voltage Uc (L-N/N-PE)
Discharge current (L-N/N-PE) In
IEC 61643-113 Imax
(L-N/N-PE) Up at In = 15 kA
Class III Tests (L-N/L-PE, N-PE) Up
(L-N, L-PE/N-PE, L+N-PE) Uoc
Residual overvoltage (L-N/N-PE) Ures to 3 kA
Weight (single phase)
ASS1103D2
ASS1101E2
120 V
TT, TNS
3+1 / A
1+1 / B
MOV+GDT
175 / 255 V
> 208 V
5/20 kA
10/40 kA
0.85/1.2 kV
0.85/1.2 kV
10/20 kV
0.67/0.15 kV
< 25/100 ns
< 1 mA / (N-PE: - / 100 A)
yes (N-PE: - )
40 A gG
10 kA
-

14 mm / 4 Nm
- 40 / +80 C
Internal / 1 port
210 g (400 g) 230 g 215 g (420 g) 240 g 430 g
ASS4101C2
120 V
TT, TNS
2+0 / C
MOV
175 V
> 208 V
20 kA
40 kA
0.95 kV
0.85 kV
0.55 kV
< 25 ns
< 1 mA / yes
125 A gG
25 kA
ASS1104D2
ASS1102E2
230 V
TT, TNS
3+1 / A
1+1 / B
MOV+GDT
335 / 255 V
> 416 V
5/20 kA
10/40 kA
1.4/1.2 kV
1.4/1.5 kV
10/20 kV
1/0.15 kV
< 25/100 ns
< 1 mA / (N-PE: - / 100 A)
yes (N-PE: - )
40 A gG
10 kA
ASS1108A2
400 V
TT, TNS, IT+N
4+0 / D
MOV
440 V
Uc
5 kA
10 kA
2 kV
- / 2 kV
10/20 kV
1.7 kV
< 25 ns
< 1 mA / yes
40 A gG
10 kA
ASS4102C2
230 V
TT, TNS
-
2+0 / C
MOV
335 V
> 416 V
20 kA
40 kA
1.65 kV
1.5 kV
1 kV
< 25 ns
< 1 mA / yes
125 A gG
25 kA

TT systems: RCD
MEB: main earth bar
10 mm2 min. (IEC 60364: 16 mm2 min.)

Association
of SPDs
V: end of life visual indicator (red = fault)
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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
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 equipped 1
- 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 breakers opening
Description
Modular cabinets adapted
to your needs
Choose the cabinets components according
to your needs, we assemble them
The need
Protection against
transient overvoltages
integrated in a cabinet
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.
1
To order, choose
The surge protective device
The overcurrent protection
The cabinet
The auxiliary dry contact
1
2
3
4
Code ASS
Code ASS
Code ASN or ASM
Code ASS
4: Auxiliary dry contact

Information feedback
2: Overcurrent protection
Protection against
short circuit currents
3: Cabinet
Protection against direct
contacts and external conditions
1: Surge protective device

Protection against
transient overvoltages
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Modular cabinets - VE range - 120/208 V and 230/400 V~ networks
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.
Surge protective devices guideline (1)

According to the risk assessment
Risk assessment
(methodology: refer also the practical guide)
HVLV downstream protection2
Main Board
Divisionary board
Equipments at more than 30 m3
Secondary buildings
(main boards)
- T1-25 - T1-25 - T1-25 T1-12.5 T1-12.5 T1-12.5 T1-12.5 T1-12.5
T2-60 T2-60 T2-40 T2-40 T2-40 T2-40
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
According to the risk assessment

Protections recommended for three phases networks 230/400 V WITH lightning conductors
According to the protection mode

Risk assessment
(methodology: refer also the practical guide)
HVLV downstream protection2
Main Board
Divisionary board
Equipments at more than 30 m3
Secondary buildings
(main boards)
Level of risk WITHOUT lightning conductor
Very high (R1) High (R2) Medium (R3) Low (R4)
- 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
T2-40 T2-10 T2-10 4 T2-10 4 T2-10 4 T2-10 4
T2-60 T2-40 T2-40 T2-10 T2-10 T2-10 4
Mode5
"3+1" ("1+1")
"3+0"
"4+0" ("2+0")
Protected conductors
3 (1) surge arrestors in between line and neutral (differential mode)
1 spark gap in between neutral and earth (common mode)
3 surge arrestors in between line and earth (common mode)
4 (2) surge arrestors in between active cables (live and neutral) and the earth (common mode)
Type of connection 5
"C1"
"C2"
"C2"
Range
TT system
TNS system
TNC system
IT system
IT+N system
T1-25
(Iimp = 25 kA)
ASS3114A1
ASS3114A1
ASS3312T1, x3
ASS1106C1, x3
ASS1118A1, x2
T1-12.5
(Iimp = 12.5 kA)
ASS1114D1
ASS1112C1, x2
ASS1112C1,
x1ASS1112L1, x1
ASS1106C1,
x1ASS1106L1, x1
ASS1118A1
T2-60
(Imax = 60 kA)
ASS8212A2
ASS8212A2
ASS8212B2
ASS8214B2
ASS8214A2
T2-40
(Imax = 40 kA)
ASS4212D2
ASS4212A2
ASS4212B2
ASS4214B2
ASS4214A2
T2-10
(Imax = 10 kA)
ASS1104D2
ASS1104D2
ASS1108A2
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.
Independently of the risk assessment, a protection type 1 with limp = 12.5 kA min. (class I of tests, EN 6164311) 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.
1
TT system: Recommendations for the electrical safety

Level of risk WITH lightning conductor1
Very high (R1) High (R2) Medium (R3) Low (R4)
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Backup overcurrent protection guideline (2)
Cabinets guideline (3)
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).
TNC and IT systems without neutral (networks with only 3 conductors). 2 TT, TNS and IT systems with neutral
(networks with 4 conductors).
Rated load current (gauge)
Interrupting power
230 V Single phase
230 / 400 V three phase without neutral 1
230/400 V three phase with neutral 2
Recommended with the ranges
16 A
15 kA
ASS1615DD
ASS1615DT
ASS1615DQ
T2-C2D/17 mm,
T2-M/10 kA
25 A
15 kA
ASS2515DD
ASS2515DT
ASS2515DQ
T2-C1D/40 kA,
T2-C2D, T2-M/40 kA
50 A
15 kA
ASS5015DD
ASS5015DT
ASS5015DQ
T1-12.5,
T2-C1D/60 kA
63 A
15 kA
ASS6315DD
ASS6315DT
ASS6315DQ
T1-25
230 / 400 V backup circuit breakers (50/60 Hz) - C class
Codes and specific characteristic of the cabinets to equip
230 V single phase and 230 / 400 V three phase
Rated load current (gauge)
Interrupting power
Standard fuses
Fuses for remote monitoring purposes
1
Recommended with the ranges

32 A
100 kA
ASS4032FU
ASS5032FU
T2-M/10 kA
40 A
100 kA
ASS4040FU
ASS5040FU
T2-C2D/17 mm
80 A
100 kA
ASS4080FU
ASS5080FU
T2-C1D/40 kA,
T2-C2D, T2-M/40 kA
125 A
100 kA
ASS4125FU
ASS5125FU
T1-25, T1-12.5,
T2-C1D/60 kA
Fuses gG type- 120/208 V and 230 / 400 V (50/60 Hz) - dimensions 22 x 58 mm
General characteristics
Next page
Standard
applications
for the protection of
Mains inputs and
Divisionary Boards
Metallic (iron)
IP55 - IK09
Mounted
Glass (Altuglass)
Key secured
- 20 C / + 50 C
Fixing brackets
Polyester (PVC)
IP55
Without
Transparent (smoked)
Double protection
- 20 C / + 50 C
M6 screw
Cabinet type
Enclosures protection index
Cable glands
Door
Protections type (safety)
Wall mounting
ASN9100VE
Any type
Any type
no
Possible
no
no
50 mm2 /50 mm2
1.5 mm2
PG13
25 x 22 x 15 cm
ASM9100VE
ASN9200VE
Any type
Any type
possible (circuit breakers)
Possible
Possible
no
35 mm2 / 50 mm2
1.5 mm2
PG13
40 x 30 x 17 cm
ASM9200VE
ASN9300VE 1
"3L" mode
TNC and IT without N
Possible (fuses)
Possible
no
Possible
35 mm2 / 50 mm2
1.5 mm2
PG13
40 x 30 x 17 cm
ASM9300VE 1
ASN9400VE 1
"3 +1" and "3L+N" modes
TT, TNS and IT with N
Possible (fuses)
Possible
no
Possible
35 mm2 / 50 mm2
1.5 mm2
PG13
40 x 30 x 17 cm
ASM9400VE 1
Polyester enclosures
Types of networks and nominal Voltage Un
Overvoltage protection modes
Recommended earthing systems
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 Fuses holders (fuses 22 x 58 mm) directly integrated in the cabinets.
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VE range
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 I cc larger than 5 kA.
Protection of Mains inputs

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 (P a 150 kVA for three phase networks)2
Main Boards (MB) with short circuit currents Icc lower than 5 KA.
Other services possible upon request.
Protection of lines and Distribution boards (DB)
Icc: larger short circuit current (fault current) than can be delivered by the transformer at the installation
location of the cabinet.
2 Pa: Power of the transformer. 3 Fuses show all fusion of the fuses.
Ranges
1
TT,TNS, IT+N Systems

Fuses (gG type)
Fuses for remote monitoring (gG type)3
Auxiliary dry contacts OF associated
Associated cabinets
TNC, IT systems
Fuses (gG type)
Fuses for remote monitoring (gG type)3
Auxiliary dry contacts OF associated
Associated cabinets
ASS9400CA
ASN9400VE or ASM9400VE
ASS9300CA
T2-C2D/17 mm,
T2-M/10 kA
ASS4032FU (32 A), x4
ASS4032FU (32 A), x3
T2-C1D/40 kA,
T2-C2D, T2-M/40 kA
ASS4040FU (40 A), x4
ASS4040FU (40 A), x3
T1-12.5,
T2-C1D/60 kA
ASS4080FU (80 A), x4
ASS5080FU (80 A), x4
ASS4080FU (80 A), x3
ASS5080FU (80 A), x3
T1-25
ASS4125FU (125 A), x4
ASS5125FU (125 A), x4
ASS4125FU (125 A), x3
ASS5125FU (125 A), x3
T2-C1D/40 kA,
T2-C2D, T2-M/40 kA
ASS2515DQ (25 A)
ASS2515DT (25 A)
ASS2515DD (25 A)
T1-12.5,
T2-C1D/60 kA
ASS5015DQ (50 A)
ASS5015DT (50 A)
ASS5015DD (50 A)
T1-25
ASS6315DQ (63 A)
ASS6315DT (63 A)
ASS6315DD (63 A)
Ranges
TT,TNS, IT+N systems (4 poles)
Protection circuit breaker (C class)
TNC, IT systems
TT,TNS, IT+N systems (2 poles)
Auxiliary dry contact OF associated
Associated cabinets
T2-C2D/17 mm,
T2-M/10 kA
ASS1615DQ (16 A)
ASS1615DT (16 A)
ASS1615DD (16 A)
ASS9200CA
T2-C1D/40 kA,
T2-C2D, T2-M/40 kA
Recommended
T1-12.5,
T2-C1D/60 kA
Recommended
T1-25
Highly recommended
Ranges
Auxiliary dry contacts for remote monitoring
T2-C2D/17 mm,
T2-M/10 kA
Optional
Services (4)
Remote monitoring
Other services
Type of auxiliary dry contacts
Associated to the SPD
Associated to the SPD and to a circuit breaker (for any earthing system)
Associated to the SPD and to fuses for TNC and IT without N earthing systems
Associated to the SPD and to fuses for TT, TNS and IT+N
Code
ASS9100CA
ASS9200CA
ASS9300CA
ASS9400CA
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Main power supplies

VE range
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.
Protection of an industrial site with a very high lightning

risk level
Protection
Protection type
Network type
SPD
Backup protection
Cabinet
Dry contacts
HVLV transformer
A protection
T1-25 / TNC system
230 / 400 V three phase
ASS3312T1 (x3)
ASS5125FU (x3)
ASM9300VE
ASS9300CA
MB Bg.1
production, stocks,
B protection
T1-12.5 / TNC system
ASS1112C1 (x1)
ASS1112L1 (x1)
ASS5125FU (x3)
ASM9300VE
ASS9300CA
DB1 Bg.1
offices, computer rooms
C protection
T2-C1D / TNS system
ASS8212A2
ASS5015DQ
ASN9200VE
ASS9200CA
DB Bg.2
security building
D protection
T1-12.5 / TNS system

ASS1112C1 (x2)
ASS5015DQ
ASM9200VE
ASS9200CA
Bg.2
alarm & control system
E protection
T2-M / TNS system
230 V single phase
ASS4102C2
ASS2515DD
ASN9200VE
ASS9200CA
fuses
with dry
contacts
prewired
auxiliary
dry contact
prewired
auxiliary
dry contact
circuit breaker
with dry
contacts
circuit breaker
with dry
contacts
prewired
auxiliary
dry contact
PG13 PG13 PG13
11 14
L1 L2 L3
to remote
monitoring
to remote
monitoring
to remote
monitoring
TNC
"3L"
FUS FU S FU S
P rotect ion Pro tect ion P rotect ion
PG13
PEN
TRI
PG13 PG13 PG13 PG13 PG13
11 14
N PE
TNS
"3+1"
L1 L2 L3
PG13 PG13 PG13 PG13 PG13

11 14
L1 L2 L3 N PE
TNS
"3+1"
P rote ct io n Pr otec tion P rote ct io n Pr otec tion
Protections A and B Protection C Protection D

A
HVLV (TNC)
B
MB bg.1
(TNC)
PEN (PE)
C
DB1 bg.1
(TNS)
DB bg.2
(TNS)
PE
PEN Equip.
(PE)
DB1 bg.1
DB2 bg.1
DB bg.2
D
PE
Equip.
Equip.
E
HVLV
MB
DB
F
F
F
F
F
Transformer earthing
system Foundation earth electrode
P
High Voltage / Low Voltage transformer
Main Board
Distribution Board
Backup fuses or circuit breaker
SPD (surge arrestor)
transformer
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Main power supplies

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

risk level
PG13 PG13 PG13
L1 L2 L3
IT+N
"3L+N"
FUS FUS FUS
PG1 3
11 14
N
Pr otect ion Pr otect ion Prot ect ion Pr otection
FUS
P rot ection Pr otection P rotect ion Pr otection
PG13 PG13 PG13 PG13
11 14
L1 L2 L3 N
Pr otect ion P rotect ion Pr otect ion Pr otect ion
IT+N
"3L+N"
PG13 PG13 PG13
L1 L2 L3
TT
"3+1"
FUS FUS FUS
PG13
11 14
N
P rotect ion Pr otection P rotect ion Pr otection
FUS
Protections F Protection G Protection H

fuses
with dry
contacts
prewired
auxiliary
dry contact
fuses
with dry
contacts
prewired
auxiliary
dry contact
prewired
auxiliary
dry contact
circuit breaker
with dry
contacts
to remote
monitoring
to remote
monitoring
to remote
monitoring
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).
Protection
Protection type
Network type
SPD
Backup protection
Cabinet
Dry contacts
HVLV
transformer
None
1
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 of a university campus with a high lightning risk

level
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.
Main Board (Bg.1)1
production, stocks,
F protection
T1-25 / IT+N system
ASS3314T1 (x4)
ASS5125FU (x4)
ASM9400VE
ASS9400CA
DB1 Building 1
offices, computer rooms
G protection
T2-C1D / IT+N system
ASS8214A2
ASS5015DQ
ASN9200VE
ASS9200CA
DB Building 2
Security building
G protection
T1-12.5 / IT+N system
ASS1118A1
ASS5015DQ
ASM9200VE
ASS9200CA
Building 22
Alarm & control system
G protection
T2-M / IT+N system
230 V single phase
ASS4204T2 (x2)
ASS2515DD
ASN9200VE
ASS9200CA
Protection
Protection type
Network type
SPD
Backup protection
Cabinet
Dry contacts
Main Board (Bg.1)
technical premises
H protection
T2-C1D / TT system
ASS8212A2
ASS5125FU (x4)
ASM9400VE
ASS9400CA
DB1 Building 2
offices, computer room,
H protection
T2-C2D / TT system
1
2
ASS4212D2
ASS5080FU (x4)
ASM9400VE
ASS9400CA
DB Building 3
restaurant
H1 protection
T2-C2D / TT system
ASS4212D2
ASS2515DQ
ASM9200VE
ASS9200CA
DB Building 4
Students lodge
C2 protection
T2-C2D / TT system
ASS4212D2
ASS2515DQ
ASM9200VE
ASS9200CA
DB Building 5
Security lodge
H3 protection
T2-C2D / TT system
230 V single phase
ASS4202E2
ASS2515DD
ASM9200VE
ASS9200CA
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Electric networks
Plug in conditioners type 3 SPD - PP and RP ranges
Description
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.
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.
< 25 ns
< 1 mA / without
Yes / LED green off: fault
3520 VA / 16 A
5 kA
- 20 / +40 C
Polyester thermoplastic UL 94 V-0
Response time
Residual current / Issue current
Thermal disconnection / end of life indicator
Max. capacity / Protection device3
Differential circuit breaker (RCD)4
Material
230 V
L-N, L-PE and N-PE / MOV + GDT
280 V
6 kA
10 kA
1.2 kV
Ordering code
Nominal voltage Un
Protection modes1 / Technology 2
Maximum permanent operating voltage Uc
Discharge current In
Imax
Protection level Up
Number of protected sockets terminal
Additional functions supplied
Main switch with light indicator
Dimensions
Weight
ASS6228RP
4
yes
435x75x45 mm
700 g
ASS6922RP
4
Circuit breaker
no
435x75x45 mm
800 g
ASS6231RP
4
Filter EMI/RFI
40 dB 2 MHz
yes
435x75x45 mm
800 g
ASS6232RP
1
Computer
Protection
no
285x75x45 mm
500 g
ASS6233RP
1
Phone, fax
Protection
no
285x75x45 mm
600 g
ASS6234RP
3
Voltage
Controller
yes
435x75x45 mm
800 g
230 V
L-N, L-PE and N-PE / MOV + GDT
250 V
1 kV
Ordering code
Nominal voltage Un
Protection modes1 / Technology2
Discharge current In
Imax
Protection level Up
Number of protected socket terminal
Discharge current max.
Cut off voltage
Max. frecuency / Attenuation
Dimensions
Weight
ASS6240PP
6 kA
10 kA
150 x 85 x 60 mm
140 g
ASS6241PP
10 kA
15 kA
Filter EMI/RFI
40 dB 2 MHz
150 x 85 x 60 mm
190 g
ASS6242PP
10 kA
15 kA
Protection TV
+ filter EMI/RFI
10 kA
200 V
1 GHz / 1 dB
150 x 85 x 60 mm
210 g
ASS6243PP
10 kA
15 kA
Satellite protection
+ filter EMI/RFI
10 kA
200 V
1 GHz / 1 dB
150 x 85 x 60 mm
210 g
ASS6244PP
10 kA
15 kA
Tel./fax protection
+ filter EMI/RFI
10 kA
180 V
150 x 85 x 60 mm
140 g
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
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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 1 st 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 varistors 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 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
Power (kVA)
Nominal discharge current In
EN 61641-11, IEC 61643-1
Maximum discharge current
EN 61641-11, IEC 61643-1
Protection level Up
(residual overvoltage at In)
Integrated automatic disconnection
Dimensions (mm) Height
Width
Depth
4/5
600
600
350
20 kA, 15 times, 8/20 s wave
40 kA, 8/20 s wave
P
yes
Single phase 230 V Three phase 230/400 V
6/8
820
600
350
5/15/30
1400 or 1700
700
400
50/100
1900
900
700
Request our services for changes of specifications, items or other inquiries (products designed according to the
needs, dimensions, ).
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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

Mains
input
ICB: input
circuit breaker
Screening
transformer
Capacitive
stage
OCB: output
circuit breaker
With
RCD
ICB: 3 poles
OCB: 4 poles (with neutral conductor
disconnection)
PE (earth)
Earthing system
Varistorss
stage n2
Varistorss
stage n1
Circuit
breaker n1
Circuit
breaker n2
Remote
control
system
Equip.
1 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.
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
Current 7 A 22 A 43 A 72 A 145 A
Earthing systems Product adapted to the type of earthing systems upon request
Upstream energy protection
40 kA (8/20 s wave)
Redundant protection in common mode
Intermediate protection stage Suppression of the residual overvoltages with a 1/1 screening transformer
Residual protection stage ("filtering") 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 varistors 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
Mounting Fixed rack (wheels under request)
Weight 170 kg 230 kg 350 kg 580 kg 700 kg
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Strategic networks
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 or 75 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.
Main functions of the 19" - 42 units base stations 1 Ordering code ASS 1001 to
1004 AP
Emergency stop
On line indicator
230 V~ single phase main power supply 40 kA (8/20 s wave) redundant protection with plug-in modules
(IEC 60947, IEC 61643-1 EN 61643-11 standards) 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 s) with 2
pairs plug-in modules
Coaxial lines
(CECC 22000 and IEC 60-1 standards) 2 lines (50 or 75 ) with 20 kA (8/20 s 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
1 Specific modifications or any other functionality can be introduced upon request.
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 units structures and panels are made out of steel
colour RAL7030 and RAL7032. Self blocking wheels facilitate
their use.
Telecommunication 19" rack units

Protection of telecommunication base stations 230 V~
Single phase
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Strategic networks
Synopsis of a units power supply
Main specifications of the protection for the mains: 230 V~ single phase main
power supply
Main specifications of the protection for telecommunication lines with 48 V and
170 V nominal voltages2
The protection is redundant (2 stages of protection mounted in parallel insuring a high efficiency), i.e, 80 kA
effective flow capacity.
Max. discharge current (IEC 61643-1, EN 61643-11) 40 kA, 1 time, 8/20 s 1 wave
Protection level Up 1.5 kV at 15 kA (8/20 s wave)
Integrated thermal disconnection Yes with on site mechanical indicator + dry contacts for remote control
monitoring
Terminal capacity 10 mm2 max.
Operating temperature range - 10 C / + 45 C in a open space room
2 Possibility of mixing protections with different nominal voltages.
Max. discharge current (IEC 61643-1, EN 61643-21) 10 kA, 2 times, 8/20 s wave
Protection level Up (defined for the nominal current In) 70 V 300 V
Nominal voltage Un (max. permanent operating voltage Uc) 48 V (53 V max.) 170 V (190 V max.)
Impedance max. running current impedance < 10 - series protection, 200 mA max.
Terminal capacity 2.5 mm2 max.
1
Main specifications of the protections for 50 coaxial lines3

Refer to technical data sheets of the "Coaxial networks - UHF transmission lines protections" for more
information or other products.
Max. discharge current (IEC 60-1) 20 kA, 10 times (8/20 s wave)
DC and impulse spark-over voltages DC: 90 V 20% / impulse: < 600 V at 1 kV/s
Bandwith 0 - 2 GHz
Reflection coefficient and attenuation Reflection: 20 dB (R.O.S. < 1.22) / attenuation: < 0.2 dB
Maximum power 30 W
Mains
input
Emergency
stop
Fuses
Filters
Control
Fans
Control and forced
running mode
Earthing system PE (earth)
Redundant
protection
To remote
control system
Equip. 1
Equip. 5
Aux.
3
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).
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Overvoltage counter
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 AFV 0908 CS
Counting range 00 to 99
Counter threshold (IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 standards) 300 A, 8/20 s wave
(Detected minimum discharge current) (no detection below 150 A)

Detected maximum discharge current 100 kA, 8/20 s 1 wave
IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 standards (150 kA, 4/10 s wave)
Permanent working current None
Terminal capacity 6 mm2 min. to 50 mm2 max.2
Necessity of circuit-breaker No
Enclosures protection index IP20
Mounting On symmetrical 35 mm DIN rail foot - EN 50022
Weight 240 g
Other family products Lightning strike counter, code. AFV 0907 CF
300 A to 100 kA
Tests of conformity carried by LCIE
Description
1
2
Value corresponding to the maximum discharge current available in the testing facility.
With converters.
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Main power supplies

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.
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.
Coordination coils and filters - 230/400 V~

Comply with IEC 60364 and EN 138000 standards
Description
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.
Ordering code AFV 0035 SL 0063 SL
Nominal voltage Un 500 V / 50 - 60 Hz
Nominal current In 32 A 63 A
Nominal inductance Ln 15 H
Static resistance Rs ~ 5 m
Recommended circuit breaker1, 2 32 A 63 A
Internal short circuit withstand 25 kA / 50 Hz with recommended circuit breaker
Terminal capacity 6 to 35 mm2 max.
Dimensions (H x D x W) 87 x 65 x 35 mm 87 x 65 x 70 mm
Weight 300 g 660 g
Ordering code ASS 6404 EV
Nominal voltage Un 250 V / 50 - 60 Hz
Nominal current In 16 A
Line inductance 400 H
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 1.5 to 2.5 mm2
Dimensions (H x D x W) 90 x 58 x 35 mm
Weight 150 g
1
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 91
UHF
UHF
UHF
UHF
coaxial
coaxial
coaxial
coaxial
networks
networks
networks
networks
50 ohms N / DIN / 7/16

50 ohms BNC / TNC
Quarter wave N / DIN / 7/16
75 ohms
Telecommunication - Data transmission
85

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 components 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.
Comply and tested with CCIT/1998 recommendations and NFC 61740/1995

and IEC 60-1 standards
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.
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 products rated maximum power with the networks 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.
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.
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.
Network access Output
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Applications
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10 kA protections - Multi-line housings
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.
8 to 64 pairs modular units to equip with 2 pairs plug-in

modules - Comply with CCITT / 1988 recommendations
EN 61643-21 standard
Description
Ordering code AST 7403 CC 7404 CC 7405 CC 7402 CC
Number of pairs (number of modules) 8 (4) 16 (8) 32 (16) 64 (32)
Dimensions 150 x 130 x 70 mm 150 x 210 x 70 mm 150 x 410 x 70 mm 300 x 410 x 70 mm
Weight 0.66 kg 1.03 kg 1.85 kg 3.58 kg
Terminal capacity Network: 2.5 mm2 max. - earth: 6 or 10 mm2 with spade terminal
Multi lines housings

Plug-in modules (2 pairs units)
Ordering code AST 7410 CC 7451 CC 7409 CC 7408 CC 7407 CC
Type of networks RS422, MIC RS232, LS Current loops, LS, Telex,
(non exhaustive examples) RNIS T2 RS485 LS ISDN T0 RTC, fax
Nominal voltage Un 6 V 12 V 24 V 48 V 170 V
(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
3 dB bandwidth with 50 0 - 6 MHz 0 - 7 MHz 0 - 10 MHz 0 - 12 MHz 0 - 20 MHz
Parasitic capacitance < 800 pf < 600 pf < 300 pf < 200 pf < 150 pf
Nominal discharge current In 5 kA, 10 times, 8/20 s wave
According to IEC 60-1 standard (7 kA, 4/10 s wave)
Maximum discharge current 10 kA, 2 times, 8/20 s wave
Discharge current for long duration waves 200 A, 200 times, 10/1000 s wave
Type of protection and impedance of line Series protection - impedance < 10
Max. running current 200 mA
Permanent working current (leakage current) < 5 A
Follow on current None
Total failure Short-circuit
End of life detection Communication interrupted
Dimensions and weight of 1 module 63 x 51 x 20 mm - 65 g
Associated product Plug-in module controller, code AST7400TM
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10 kA protections - 2 to 4 pairs
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.
Comply with CCITT / 1988 recommendations and

Description
Ordering codes
2 pairs protection AST 7466 CC 7467 CC 7468 CC 7469 CC 7470 CC
3 pairs protection AST 7459 CC 7460 CC
4 pairs protection AST 7462 CC 7463 CC 7464 CC 7465 CC
Type of networks RS422, MIC RS232, LS Current loops, LS, Telex, RNIS RTC, fax
(non exhaustive examples) RNIS T2 RS485 LS ISDN T0
Nominal voltage Un 6 V 12 V 24 V 48 V 170 V
Maximum permanent operating voltage Uc 12 V 15 V 27 V 53 V 190 V
(cut off voltage)
Protection level Up 20 V 25 V 35 V 70 V 300 V
(Max. residual overvoltage at In)
3 dB bandwidth with 50 0 - 6 MHz 0 - 7 MHz 0 - 10 MHz 0 - 12 MHz 0 - 20 MHz
Parasitic capacitance < 800 pf < 600 pf < 300 pf < 200 pf < 150 pf
Maximum discharge current 10 kA, 2 times, 8/20 s wave
Discharge current for long duration waves 200 A, 200 times, 10/1000 s wave
Type of protection Serie
Impedance of line 6 max.
Permanent working current
(leakage current) < 5 A
Total failure Short-circuit
Terminal capacity Network: 2.5 mm2 max. - earth: 2.5 min. to 6 mm2 max. (with spade terminal)
Protection index of enclosure IP20
Mounting Wall mounting, 4 screws
Weight < 60 g
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10 kA protections - 1 pair product
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 impedance) and
dedicated for large bandwidth applications at very high frequencies.
Comply with CCITT/ 1988 recommendations and

Description
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/s), the residual overvoltage being smaller than 100 V under In.
Ordering code on DIN rail AST4006CC AST4005CC AST4004CC AST4003CC AST4001CC AST4007CC 1
wall AST7415CC AST7416CC AST7412CC AST7413CC AST7414CC Types of networks RS422, MIC RS232, LS Current loops, LS, Telex
(non exhaustive examples) RNIS T2 RS485 LS RNIS T0 RTC, fax ISDN
Nominal voltage Un 6 V 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
20 V 25 V 35 V 70 V 300 V < 600 V2
(Max. residual overvoltage at In)
3 dB bandwidth with 50 0 - 6 MHz 0 - 7 MHz 0 - 10 MHz 0 - 12 MHz 0 - 20 MHz 0 - 100 MHz
Parasitic capacitance < 800 pf < 600 pf < 300 pf < 200 pf < 150 pf < 20 pf
Nominal discharge current In 5 kA, 20 times, 8/20 s wave 10 kA
According to IEC 60-1 (9 kA, 4/10 s wave) (15 kA)
Maximum discharge current 10 kA, 2 times, 8/20 s wave 10 kA
According to IEC 60-1 (15 kA, 4/10 s wave) (15 kA)
Discharge current for long duration waves 200 A, 200 times, 10/1000 s wave 200 A
Response time < 1 ns < 100 ns
Type of protection Series Parallel
Impedance of line 6 max. 0
Max. running current 200 mA 3 A
Permanent working current
(leakage current) < 5 A < 1 A
Follow on current None None
Total failure Short-circuit Open line
Terminal capacity Network: 0.5 to 2.5 mm2 - earth: 2.5 mm2
Dimensions 90 x 58 x 17.5 mm
Weight < 60 g
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Coaxial network
Ethernet and IBM TwinAx networks
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.
20 kA protection
Comply with CCITT K17, IEEE 802.3 (ISO/IEC 8802-3)
and NFC 61-740 standards
Description
VSWR: Voltage Standing Wave Ratio.
Ordering code ASZ 7470 PT 7471 PE 7472 PE
Types of networks IBM 34/36/38
ETHERNET 10 base 5 ETHERNET 10 base 2
(thickNet) (ThinNet and CheaperNet)
Terminals (plugs only) TwinAx type N BNC
Impedance 105 50 50
Nominal voltage Un 10 V
Maximum permanent operating voltage Uc 12 V
(cut off voltage)
Protection Up 70 V to 10 kA (In)
(residual voltage or "peak let through" overvoltage) 30 V to 5 kA
50 Bandwidth 0 - 50 MHz
Max. data transmission rate 10 Mbit/s
Insertion loss (attenuation) < 1 dB
Return loss (or VSWR)
0 - 20 MHz: > 20 dB (R.O.S < 1.2)
20 - 50 MHz: > 15 dB (R.O.S < 1.4)
selon IEC 60-1 et 1180-1 (15 kA, 4/10 s wave)
Maximum discharge current 20 kA, 1 time, 8/20 s wave
IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 standards (30 kA, 4/10 s wave)
Type of protection Series
In-line impedance 5 max.
Permanent working current (leakage current) < 2 A
Protection index of enclosure IP 52
Mounting Flat or wall mounting
Weight < 300 g
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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.
Multi-line data transmission networks

Protection with DB9 to DB25 pins
Comply with CCITT V11 and V24 standards
Description
Special computer networks - PG

Coaxial network protections
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).
1
2
Ordering code ASZ 7474 PG 7476 PG 7478 PG 7484 PG 1 7486 PG1 7488 PG1
Types of networks V24/RS 232 C V11/RS 422 A
RS-485 V24/RS-232 C
V11/RS 422 A
RS-485
V11/RS 422 A with handshake V11/RS 422 A
Maximum permanent operating voltage 15 V
Terminal's type 25 pins 15 pins 9 pins 25 pins 15 pins 9 pins
Input & output (protected side) terminals2 Female/male Female/male Female/male Female/male Female/male
Female/male
Protected data lines 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
Grounded line 7 8 2 and 7 7 8 2 and 7
Earth 1 1 1 1
In-line impedance 10 0
IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 standards 2 kA, 10 times, 8/20 s wave 120 A, 10 times, 8/20 s wave
Maximum discharge current
IEC 60-1 and 1180-1 standards 5 kA, 1 time, 8/20 s wave 250 A, 1 time, 8/20 s wave
Protection level Up
(Residual overvoltage at In) 25 V 20 V
50 Bandwidth 0 - 3 MHz
Leakage current < 10 A
End of life detection Communication loss
Mounting 4/40 UNC screws
Weight < 100 g
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UHF transmission lines

Transmissions lines very High Frequencies
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.
50 Coaxstops - N and DIN 7/16 connectors

Description
ASX5015CO
VSWR.: Voltage Standing Wave Ratio.
Ordering code ASX CO 5005 5006 5015 5009 5008 5016 5010
Connectors N type 7/16 N type 7/16
Type of connections M/F F/F M/F M/F M/F F/F M/F
Penetration mode
(IEMN protection) NO NO YES NO NO YES NO
Bandwidth (GHz) 0 - 2 0 - 2.2 0 - 2.5
Attenuation < 0.2 dB
VSWR < 1.22
Reflection coefficient 20 dB
Flow capacity
8/20 wave (IEC 60-1) 20 kA, 10 times 10 kA, 10 times
DC spark-over voltage 90 V 20% 1000 V 20%
Impulse spark-over voltage
< 600 V to 1 kV/s < 1 300 V to 1 V/s < 350 V to 100 kV/s
Maximum power > 3 000 W to 100 MHz
(see note and graph next) 30 W > 900 W to 1 GHz
> 600 W to 2 GHz
Impedance 50
Insulation resistance > 1010
Capacitance < 1.5 pF
Operating temperature range - 40 C to + 100 C

End of life Communication interrupted or loss of signal
Dimensions L x 85 x 35 mm
Weight < 300 g
Material Brass, silver plated
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
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Very High Frequencies transmission lines
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.
50 Coaxstops - BNC and TNC connectors

ASX5001CO - ASX5004CO
Description
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
Ordering code ASX CO 5001 5002 5081 5004 5084
Connectors BNC BNC TNC BNC TNC
Type of connections M/F F/F M/F M/F M/F
Penetration mode
NO
(IEMN protection)
Bandwith (GHz) 0 - 2.2 GHz 0 - 2.4 GHz
Attenuation < 0.2 dB
VSWR < 1.22
Reflection coefficient > 20 dB
Flow capacity
20 kA, 10 times 10 kA, 10 times
8/20 wave (IEC 60-1)
DC spark-over voltage 90 V 20% 1000 V 20%
Impulse spark-over voltage
< 600 V at 1 kV/s < 1 300 V at 1 V/s
< 350 V at 100 kV/s
Maximum power > 3 000 W at 100 MHz
(see note and graph next) 30 W > 900 W at 1 GHz
> 600 W at 2 GHz
Impedance 50
Weight < 300 g
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QUARTER WAVE Coaxstops are designed for protecting UHF data transmission equipment
connected to coaxial networks against
surge voltages. These protections based on /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 bidirectional, totally sealed and
equipped with passive components only. Products adapted for other frequency ranges also
available upon request.
Quarter Wave Coaxstops - N and DIN 7/16 connectors

ASX5053QO
Description
ASX5055QO
Ordering code ASX QO 5061 5053 5063 5055 5065
Connectors N type 7/16 N type 7/16 N type
Type of connections F/F M/F
Penetration mode
(IEMN protection) YES YES
Bandwidth 80 - 170 MHz 880 - 960 MHz 1.6 - 2 GHz
Attenuation < 0.05 dB < 0.05 dB < 0.05 dB
(< 0.1 dB 60 - 240 MHz) (< 0.1 dB 0.8 - 1 GHz) < 0.1 dB 1.4 - 2.2 GHz)
VSWR
< 1.15 < 1.1 < 1.1
(< 1.1 90 - 140 MHz) (< 1.05 900 - 940 MHz) (< 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 100 kA 50 kA 100 kA 50 kA
DC spark-over voltage NA
Maximum power NA
Maximum power required 4000 W 1300 W 900W 900 W 600 W
Impedance 50
Capacitance NA
Protection index of enclosure IP 65 IP 66
End of life No destruction
Weight 500 g
Material Brass, silver-plated
VSWR: Voltage Standing Wave Ratio.
NA: Non Applicable.
ASX5055QO ASX5055QO
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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.
75 Coaxstops
ASX7472PE
Description
ASX7610CO
ASX7605CO ASX7605CO
1 Note: delivered with 2 cables with a length of 15 cm for TV adaptation.
NA: Non Applicable.
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 NO YES NO NO YES
Bandwith (GHz) 0 - 0.3 0 - 1.2 0 - 2 0 - 1.3
Attenuation < 0.5 < 0.5 < 0.2
VSWR < 1.5 < 1.5 < 1.22
Reflection coefficient > 14 > 14 > 20
Flow capacity 20 kA 5 kA
8/20 wave (IEC 60-1) 10 times 10 times 20 kA, 10 times
DC spark over voltage 90 V 20%
Impulse spark over voltage < 600 V at 1 kV/s
< 350 V at 100 V/s
Maximum power 20 W
Impedance 75
Operating temperature range - 30 C to + 80 C - 40 C to + 100 C
Protection index of enclosure NA IP 54 IP 64 IP 65
Dimensions L x (mm) Note 70 x 24 84 x 35
Weight (g) < 300 < 150 < 300
Other products and

miscellaneous
Storm detector
Autonomous system for energy networks
Analogue and digital testers
Aerial beaconing Low Intensity
Aerial beaconing Medium and High
Intensity
Aerial beaconing for line
96
97
98
99
100
101
102
Towers 104
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Storms detector
Other products and miscellaneous
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.
Description
Antenna
Weight: 450 g
Dimensions: 140 x 140 x 140 mm
Operating temperature range: - 30 / +60 C
Enclosure protection index: IP65
Power supply: 5.5 to 7 V DC (supplied by the control unit)
Output signal: 0 to 4 V
Control unit
Weight: 200 g
Dimensions: 105 x 90 x 60 mm
Operating temperature range: 0 / +50 C
Ambient conditions: relative humidity of 20 to 80% no condensation
Power supply: 5.5 V to 7 V DC (4 batteries of 1.5 V type "C" or LR14, around 1 year of operation)
or 12 to 24 V AC 50/60 Hz, maximum consumption 100 mA
or 12 to 48 V DC, maximum consumption 100 mA
Relays: 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
Characteristics
AFV 2000 DF Reference
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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).
Options: storage of the incidents, order for 2 to 4 circuit breakers, remote control
tester of the circuit breaker, monitoring, adjustment of the temporization.
Description
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).
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.
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.
1
Operating principle
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
Ordering code ASN 4042 CP 4202 CP 4642 CP 8304 CP 8404 CP 8544 CP 8544
CP
Circuit breaker gauge
Differential residual circuit breaker gauge
Nominal voltage Uo (Un)
Threshold of under-tensions/overvoltages
Level of immunity
Frequency of use
Maximum time of disconnection
Temporization
Indicators: service
Indicators: defect
Watchfulness consumption / motorization
Dimensions (Height. x width. x depth.)
Weight
Surge protective devices1
references ASS4202EF / ASS8202EF
1000 V / 1 200 V
10 kA / 20 kA (8/20)
45 kA / 65 kA (8/20)
Circuit breaker 50 A curve C
10 kA / 50-60 Hz
10 / 16 mm2
Wall mounting
IP55
-20 C / + 50 C
Protection level under In
Maximum discharge current Imax
Upstream protection2
Internal short circuit withstand3
Terminal capacity (flexible/rigid)
Mounting
Enclosures protection index
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
180 V / 260 V (safety: hysteresis of 10 V)
1 kV (fast transient) / 8 kV (electrostatic discharges)
50/60 Hz
< 10 ms
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)
25 VA / 20 mA
400 x 295 x 147 mm 550 x 295 x 147 mm
< 3 kg < 5 kg
Systems of prevention
Autonomous systems for energy networks
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Analogue tester - Digital tester

Ref. Designation Dimensions (mm) Weight kg
AFM 2409 MA Carrying bag - AFM 2410 MA
Bag for earthing tester /
440 x 380 x 280 7
Luxury
AFM 2413 MA
Bag for earthing and
440 x 380 x 280 9
resistivity tester / Luxury
AFM 2405 MA
Bag for earthing tester /
460 x 225 x 280 3.5
Standard
AFM 2414 MA
Bag for earthing and
460 x 225 x 280 4
resistivity tester / Standard
AFM 2415 TE Terca 2 case - -
Ref. Designation Dimensions (mm) Weight kg

AFM 2412 TL Analogue ground tester 238 x 136 x 150 1.3
AFM 2411 TL Digital ground tester 238 x 136 x 150 1.3
AFM 2406 TL
Ground and
238 x 136 x 150 1.3
resistivity tester
AFM 2404 TE Terca 2 390 x 260 x 250 6.2
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.
- Measurement range from 0.5 to 1000 Ohms,
accuracy 5% +/- 0.5 Ohm
- Galvanometer: moving coil, class 1.5,
logarithmic scale
- Measurement frequency: 128 Hz
- Off-load voltage <= 24 V peak
- Conditions of use: -10C to 55C / 20
to 90% RH
- IP54 case
- Protected by high breaking capacity fuse
- Autonomy: 1700 measures of 15 seconds
- Measurement from 0 to 2000 Ohms, in three
automatic ranges
- Accuracy
2% L +/- 1 pt up to 19.99 Ohms
2% L +/- 1 pt from 20 to 199.99 Ohms
2% L +/- 3 pt from 200 to 2000 Ohms
- 2000-point digital display (3 digits 1/2),
height 18 mm
- Measurement frequency 128 Hz
- Conditions of use: -10C to 55C / 20
to 90% RH
- IP 54 case
Designed in compliance with standards
IEC 1010-1 with double insulation.
This instrument features very high safety
characteristics.
It is particularly suitable for measuring under
difficult conditions and under any weather
conditions.
Earthing accessories:
- AFM 2409 MA
- AFM 2405 MA
- AFM 2410 MA
- Measurement from 0 to 2000 Ohms
- Accuracy
2% L +/- 1 pt up to 200 Ohms
2% L +/- 3 pt from 200 to 2000 Ohms
- 2000-point digital display (3 digits 1/2),
height 18 mm
- Conditions of use: -10C to 55C/20 to 90% RH
- Response time: 4 to 8 s, depending on
measuring conditions
- IP 54 case
characteristics.
It is particularly suitable for measuring under
difficult conditions: presence of interfering
voltages, high ground currents, high-resistivity
auxiliary connections, etc.
- AFM 2409 MA
- AFM 2405 MA
- AFM 2410 MA
characteristics.
This instrument is used for measuring soil
resistivity, grounding resistance and coupling
between electrically independent earthing
systems.
- AFM 2409 MA
- AFM 2413 MA
- AFM 2414 MA
- Range from 2 Ohms to 20 K Ohms
- Accuracy 2% L +/- 1 pt
- Maximum measure tension: 50 Veff
- 2000 points digital display (3 digits1/2),
height 18 mm
- Dielectric rigidity: 2000 Veff
- Conditions of use: 5C to 50 C / 80% HR
- IP 54 case
- Protected by 500 Veff breaking capacity fuse
- Autonomy: > 1300 measures
This instrument features very high safety characteristics.
This instrument is used for measuring soil resistivity to locate and
calculate earthing systems depth, grounding resistance under
difficult conditions (parasite voltages, high telluric currents, etc)
and coupling between electrically independent earthing systems.
Luxury bag for earthing tester - AFM 2410 MA
Rigid bag with pockets containing 2 smooth T rods,
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
Same as above with 2 rods and 20 m of black cable on reel.
Standard bag for earthing tester - AFM 2405 MA
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.
Standard bag for earthing and resistivity tester - AFM 2414 MA
Same as above with 2 rods and 3 m of black cable on reel.
Terca resistivity and earthing case - AFM 2415 MA
4 auger rods, 3 x 50 meters cable, 1 x 100 meters cable on reel and

1 screw clamp.
Analogue tester AFM 2412 TL
Digital tester AFM 2411 TL
Digital tester AFM 2406 TL
Terca 2 AFM 2404 TE
Earthing accessories
Use
99

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)
Power cabinets
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.
Photoelectric cell
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 suns 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.
Solar stations
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
References Capacity
Ah
Output voltage
V DC
Max. nr
of lights
Dimensions
H x L x l (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
References Operating
voltage
Weight
(kg)
Dimensions
x H (mm)
100
Beaconing Low Intensity

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 16 screw or along it with a
square.
Compact cylindrical lamps - Neon lamps

Ref. Luminous
Intensity
Power supply
voltage
Power
consumption
Dim.
x l (mm)
Weight
(kg)
AY7
AY7
AY7
AY7
AY7
9161
9163
9165
9167
9169
B0
B0
B0
B0
B0
32
32
10
10
10
Cd
Cd
Cd
Cd
Cd
230 V AC 55 W 70 x 550 2.2

12 V DC 55 W 70 x 550 2.2
12 V DC 15 W 70 x 450 2
24 V DC 15 W 70 x 450 2
48 V DC 15 W 70 x 450 2
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.
Vertical or horizontal fixing with 6 mm screw.
Removable lamp beacons - Neon lamps

Ref. Luminous
Intensity
Power supply
voltage
Current
input
Dim.
L x l x H (mm)
Weight
(kg)
AY7
AY7
AY7
AY7
9000
9012
9125
9149
B0
B0
B0
B0
35
10
10
10
Cd
Cd
Cd
Cd
230 V AC 0.3 A 206 x 185 x 515 3.9

12 V DC 1.3 A 206 x 185 x 440 3.6
12 V DC 0.6 A 206 x 185 x 440 3.6
24 V DC 0.27 A 206 x 185 x 440 3.6
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.
Vertical or horizontal fixing with 6 mm screw.
LED beacon lights

Ref. Luminous
Intensity
Power supply
voltage
Current
input
Dim.
L x l x H (mm)
Weight
(kg)
For any further information, contact Franklin Assistance to the following number:
+33 (0)1 60 34 54 44.
AY7
AY7
AY7
AY7
AY7
AY7
9180
9181
9182
9183
9184
9185
101
B0
B0
B0
B0
B0
B0
10
10
10
10
10
10
Cd
Cd
Cd
Cd
Cd
Cd
12
12
24
24
48
48
V
V
V
V
V
V
DC
DC
DC
DC
DC
DC
0.535
1.535
0.235
0.235
0.145
0.145
A
A
A
A
A
A
206
206
206
206
206
206
x
x
x
x
x
x
185
185
185
185
185
185
x
x
x
x
x
x
265
265
265
265
265
265
3
3
3
2
3
3
Medium and High Intensity beaconing

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.
Fixing of the AY 9501 FI: on threaded base 21 mm type gas.
Fixing of the AY 9502 FI: 4 5 mm screws.
Incandescent lamps
Reference Version Power
consumption MTBF Dimensions
(mm)
Weight
(Kg)
AY7 9501 FI Simple 55 W under 8000 h Diam. 110 x H 190 1.4
AY7 9502 FI Double 220 V 2 x 8 000 h L. 380 x l. 150 x H. 250 5
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.
Medium intensity flash lights

Reference Colour Luminous
intensity
Power
supply
Weight
(Kg)
AY7
AY7
AY7
AY7
9020
9021
9022
9023
B0
B0
B0
B0
Red 2000 Cd
Red 2000 Cd
White 20000
White 20000
240 V AC 17
48 V DC 15
Cd 230 V AC 17
Cd 48 V DC 15
102

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.
ABS resin sphere

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.
Balisor high-voltage line beacons

References Line voltage kV Cross-section / Diameter
mm2 / mm
AY7
AY7
AY7
AY7
0031
0112
0224
0505
BL
BL
BL
BL
30 to 35 116 to 127 / 14 to 19
110 to 115 228 to 366 / 19 to 25
220 to 230 613 to 851 / 32 to 38
500 to 533 852 to 1 600 / 38 to 52
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.
Wind socks
For more information on the other references and for options contact Franklin Assistance to:
+33 (0)1 60 34 54 44.
Beaconing for line

References Sphere
diameter Colour Conductor
diameter Weight (Kg)
AY6
AY6
AY6
AY6
0511
0517
0611
0517
SB
SB
SB
SB
500
500
610
610
mm
mm
mm
mm
Red
Red
Red
Red
6.5 to 12.5 mm 3.7

40 to 45 mm 3.7
6.5 to 12.5 mm 5
40 to 45 mm 5
References Diameter in mm Length in mm

AY9 9908 MV 500 2250
AY9 9909 MV 1000 4500
103
Beaconing for line

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
Location of obstruction beacons

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).
Examples of beaconing
104
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.
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.
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.
Ref. 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
Gripping head
AFD1060KU
Lightning conductor
Elevation rod
Fiber security clamp
AFD1051KU
Glass fiber
AFD1055KU
Fiber security
clamp
AFD1051KU
Double
expansion pin
Ground plate
AFK1056KU
Standard foot
AFK1057KU
Standard
section
AFD1059KU
15 m
15 m 4 m
References of some complete towers:

Ref. Designation Tower parts Weight (kg)
AFD
AFD
AFD
AFD
AFD
1080
1081
1082
1084
1083
KU
KU
KU
KU
KU
Guyed
Guyed
Guyed
Guyed
Guyed
tower
tower
tower
tower
tower
6 m 2 of 3 m 42.75
9 m 3 of 3 m 52.71
12 m 2 of 6 m 67.01
15 m 2 of 6 m + 1 of 3 m 78.67
18 m 3 of 6 m 96.23
Other configuration upon request.
105
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)
- 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 Recommended concrete base Weight (kg)
category C x C x H
AFC
AFC
AFC
AFC
AFC
AFC
5006
5007
5009
5015
5018
5024
PA
PA
PA
PA
PA
PA
6 100 0.67 3 1.3 x 1.3 x 1 77

9 40 0.33 3 1.3 x 1.3 x 1 93
9 100 0.63 4 1.4 x 1.4 x 1 126
15 100 0.56 4 1.7 x 1.7 x 1.2 270
18 100 0.96 2 1.7 x 1.7 x 1.2 296
24 100 0.64 3 2.2 x 2.2 x 1.4 644
Other configurations are possible upon request.

Zone 5:
Guadeloupe, Martinique,
Reunion, Mayotte
Zone 1
Zone 2
Zone 3
Zone 4
Brochures available upon request

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Surge Protective Devices for energy networks 65

Other products and miscellaneous 95

Annual effects of Lightning:

- between 8 and 15 dead persons (Lightning Protection Association

The Lightning phenomenon 8

The Global Approach to lightning

Lightning risk Assessment 14

Examples of installations / open area

Possibly reaching several kilometres height and depth, Lightning is produced by

other clouds or clouds zones (lightning flashes intra or inter-clouds). Millions of

The storm cloud

The Lightning Phenomenon

earthing system creating excitation, electrical arcs and destruction of electrical or

The lightning protection or the "direct effects" consist in:

An installation can be protected effectively only if:

Earthing systems and equipotentiality

The global approach to Lightning protection

Keraunic level and Lightning density

The global Approach to Lightning protection

Localization and exposure degree

Extreme values of the wind speed supported

III 166.6 186

guying system necessary

Wind speed (km/h)

Max values of the wind speed that the installation must be

Lightning Risk Assessment

Lightning Risk Assesssment

effectiveness E such as:

Choice of the level of protection

Lightning Risk Assessment

Lightning Risk Software

Lightning protection and regular texts

Risk evaluation method

or Ng = Kn*0.05 (Ng is the local lightning density)

1- Evaluation of the level of exposure to overvoltages

2- Evaluation of the consequences of a disturbance

* protection not very useful *** protection strongly recommended

Lightning Risk Assessment

The overvoltage risks assessment software

The protection by meshed cage consists in the installation, on the surface of a

Meshed cage installations

The tight strand

The simple rod

The ESE Lightning conductor

The ESE (Early Streamer Emission)

Knowing that the radius of protection for a simple rod is expressed:

L: Effective increase in length of the ascending tracer.

Lightning conductor and down conductor

Route of the down conductor:

sudden right-angle bends

rods earthing system: it is one of the two earthing systems

foot earthing system: this is the second earthing system described

crows foot earthing system: the vertical components make it

earthing system: this system is used in conditions where there is a

Earthing systems installation

Triangulated rods earthing system