Importance of Grounding

IMPORTANCE OF GROUNDING

Grounding is necessary to eliminate electrostatic discharge which can destroy sensitive equipment and disrupt power supply. Any voltage differences between individual electronic units can damage or destroy valuable equipment. Furthermore, noise can cause data output errors. To minimize RF load and maintain a reference potential that limits the system-to-frame voltage for operator and instrument safety, low impedance grounding is essential.

The primary objectives of a grounding system are to:

Control Radio Frequency (RF) emissions & Electromagnetic Interferences (EMIs);

Provide a stable reference potential for instrument accuracy (signal reference);

Provide fram voltage for personnel safety (step-and-touch potential);

Provide a discharge path for short circuits and lightning strikes (fault current/surge protection).

A low impedance ground for sensitive equipment should be obtained by installing the SUPERIOR GROUNDING SYSTEM™ which is a high-tech, MAINTENANCE-FREE electrolytic grounding system.. This system creates an
electrically conductive environment by continuously releasing a constant supply of electrolytes into the soil, thus enhancing the electrochemical interaction between the ground electrode and the earth. Lower resistance always will provide a greater margin of protection for personnel and equipment.

Unlike a standard copper-clad rod, the stability of the SUPERIOR GROUNDING SYSTEM™ will remain constant over the life span of the rod, and the resistance of the electrolytic rod is less affected by adverse climatic conditions even in desert or permafrost. Upon installation the rod typically provides a low earth resistance as the rooting action takes place. The system’s performance then continues to improves over time.

A low impedance ground is critical, particularly in a high RF environment. This is due to the high inductive reactance and resonance effects in the system as well as the stray inductance and capacitance between conductors.

When one considers the added benefits of greater personnel and equipment safety, reliability, current load capacity and lower susceptibility to climatic conditions, the SUPERIOR ELECTROLYTIC GROUNDING SYSTEM™ is the most effective method available on the market!