TerraDyne® Spotlight

ALLTEC provides a wide array of products for lightning protection systems, but one of our proprietary designs – TerraDyne® Electrolytic Ground Systems are where we really shine. As with many of our other grounding products, TerraDyne® EGS are manufactured in our factory in Charlotte, NC USA.

What are they?

TerraDyne® grounding systems provide a more consistent and reliable grounding solution over traditional copper ground rods. A Terradyne® is a copper ground rod that has a hollow core that is filled with electrolytic salts that help maintain low resistance even in poor soil conditions.

TerraDyne® grounding systems offer several features and benefits that make them a superior choice for certain grounding applications. These rods are designed to improve grounding performance, particularly in areas with poor soil conductivity.

Features

1. Long Lifespan: The materials used in construction are resistant to corrosion, ensuring a long operational life. In fact, TerraDyne® systems are guaranteed for 30 years and often last beyond 50!
2. Constant Performance: 24/7 protection. – this design ensures a consistent performance level over time in maintaining ultra-low resistance to earth.
3. Easy Installation: These rods are installed using an augur or drill and come with sufficient TerraFill® ground enhancing backfill as well as test wells for easy access.
4. Many Configurations: TerraDyne® Systems come in Horizontal, Vertical and Deep Series models, so you can find one for any application.

Benefits

1. Enhanced Soil Conductivity: The electrolytic solution significantly lowers the soil’s resistance, making the ground system more effective in poor soil conditions (such as sandy or rocky soils).
2. Improved Grounding Performance: With lower soil resistance, the grounding system can dissipate fault currents and lightning energy more efficiently, enhancing overall system protection.
3. Corrosion Resistance: The materials used are highly resistant to corrosion, even in harsh environmental conditions, ensuring long-term reliability.
4. Consistent Grounding: The continuous release of electrolytic salts ensures that the grounding system remains effective over time without degradation.
5. Compliance with Standards: Electrolytic ground rods often meet or exceed industry standards for grounding systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
6. Reduced Maintenance: Due to their durability and long lifespan, these rods require less frequent maintenance and replacement, reducing long-term costs.
7. Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of applications, including telecommunications, power distribution, and much more.

ALLTECs TerraDyne® electrolytic grounding system provides long-term protection from lightning, electrical transients, static discharges, electromagnetic interference, and other electrical hazards. Visit our website to learn more and see the configurations available!