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2CTHCPCS1920 ABB PCS1920 Copper-Bond Earth Rod 19 mm × 2.10 m
ABB 2CTHCPCS1920 PCS1920 is a 19 mm diameter, 2.10 m long copper-bond steel earth rod with an approximately 250 µm electrolytically plated copper layer for lightning protection earth termination systems.
£42.24
Why Choose the ABB 2CTHCPCS1920 Copper-Bond Earth Rod?
The ABB 2CTHCPCS1920 is a professional copper-bond earth rod for external lightning protection earthing systems, designed to provide a dependable connection between a lightning protection installation and the surrounding earth. Identified by ABB as type PCS1920, this earth electrode forms part of ABB’s external lightning protection and earthing component range.
The PCS1920 combines a robust steel core with an electrolytically plated copper layer approximately 250 µm thick. This copper coating provides high corrosion resistance while the underlying steel gives the rod the mechanical strength required for driving into the ground, making it well suited to permanent lightning protection earth termination systems.
With a nominal diameter of 19 mm and length of 2.10 m, the 2CTHCPCS1920 provides a substantial earth electrode for commercial, industrial and infrastructure installations. ABB specifies the use of a suitable reusable treated-steel driving tool to protect the rod head while the electrode is being driven into the ground.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed earth electrode for external lightning protection systems.
- 19 mm diameter and 2.10 m length for effective ground contact.
- 250 µm electrolytically plated copper layer provides high corrosion resistance.
- Steel core provides the mechanical strength required for ground installation.
- Compatible with ABB earth termination accessories and conductor connection hardware.
- Suitable for professional commercial, industrial and infrastructure earthing installations.
Key Features
- ABB PCS1920 standard copper-bond earth rod.
- 19 mm nominal rod diameter.
- 2.10 m nominal rod length.
- Steel core with electrolytically applied copper coating.
- Approximately 250 µm copper coating thickness.
- High corrosion resistance for buried earthing applications.
- Individual rod weight approximately 3.94 kg.
- EAN code 3660308524249.
Reliable Earthing for Lightning Protection Systems
An effective earth termination system provides a controlled path for lightning current to dissipate into the ground after travelling through the air termination and down-conductor network. Earth rods increase the electrical contact between the lightning protection system and the surrounding soil and can be incorporated into several types of earth termination arrangement.
The ABB PCS1920 combines the mechanical properties of steel with the corrosion resistance and electrical characteristics of a substantial copper coating. It can be used with suitable ABB earth rod clamps to connect the electrode to lightning protection conductors, including flat conductor strips used in external lightning protection installations.
Typical Applications
- External lightning protection earth termination systems.
- Lightning rod and air-terminal earthing installations.
- Duck-foot earth termination arrangements.
- Rod-based and combined earth electrode systems.
- Commercial and industrial building earthing.
- Infrastructure, utility and telecommunications installations.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Accessory | |
|---|---|---|
| Range | External Lightning Protection | |
| Type | PCS1920 | |
| Order code | 2CTHCPCS1920 | |
| Product type | Standard copper-bond earth rod | |
| Product group | Surge Protection Devices / lightning protection accessories | |
| Rod diameter | 19 mm | |
| Rod length | 2.10 m | |
| Construction | Copper-bonded steel | |
| Copper coating | Electrolytically plated | |
| Copper coating thickness | approx. 250 µm | |
| Weight | approx. 3.94 kg | |
| EAN | 3660308524249 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ABB 2CTHCPCS1920 used for?
The ABB 2CTHCPCS1920 is a copper-bond earth rod used as an earth electrode in external lightning protection and associated earthing systems.
What are the dimensions of the ABB PCS1920 earth rod?
The PCS1920 has a nominal diameter of 19 mm and a nominal length of 2.10 m.
What is the ABB 2CTHCPCS1920 made from?
The earth rod uses a steel core with an electrolytically plated copper coating, combining mechanical strength with high corrosion resistance.
How thick is the copper coating on the PCS1920?
ABB specifies an electrolytically plated copper layer approximately 250 µm thick to provide high corrosion resistance in buried installations.
How should the ABB PCS1920 earth rod be installed?
The rod is driven into the ground as part of the earth termination system. ABB specifies using an appropriate reusable treated-steel driving tool to protect the rod head during installation.
Trusted ABB Lightning Protection Components
ABB external lightning protection components provide dedicated solutions for air termination, down-conductor and earthing systems, with the PCS1920 copper-bond earth rod providing a durable ground electrode for professional lightning protection installations.
