Electrochemical Lightning Strike Counter
Electrochemical-Based Lightning Strike Counter is a reliable and maintenance-free device designed to accurately record the number of lightning strikes captured by a lightning protection system. Using electrochemical principles, this counter registers a visible strike count with every significant current discharge, making it ideal for long-term lightning monitoring.
| Products Price | $3,800.00 | ||
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Products Description
Built with a weather-resistant enclosure, it is suitable for outdoor installations on structures like ESE air terminals or conventional lightning rods. Its passive design requires no external power supply, making it a dependable solution for remote and unmanned sites.
Key Features – Electrochemical Lightning Strike Counter
- Electrochemical Recording Mechanism: Accurately logs each lightning strike using chemical reaction-based movement.
- No External Power Required: Fully passive operation for energy-independent monitoring.
- Visible Strike Count Display: Easy to read and track cumulative lightning events.
- Compact & Durable Design: Built for extreme weather and long-term outdoor use.
- Easy Installation: Mounts directly on down conductors or earthing paths.
- Low Maintenance: Designed for years of operation without servicing.
- Wide Compatibility: Works with both ESE and conventional lightning protection systems.
How It Operates :
The electromagnetic induction principle powers the counter. Massive current surges down the down conductor to the ground when lightning strikes a structure’s lightning rod. A strong electromagnetic field is produced around the conductor by this intense current. This electromagnetic pulse is picked up by the counter’s internal sensor, which sets off a counting mechanism.
With every strike that is detected, the counter increases its total. To make sure they only record a real lightning occurrence and not other electromagnetic disturbances, the majority of contemporary counters feature a minimum current threshold (such as 1 kA).
Types of Electromechanical Lightning Strike Counters:
- Analog: These are straightforward, reliable gadgets that don’t need batteries or an external power source. They physically progress a numerical display by harnessing the energy of the lightning stream itself.
- Digital: These are more sophisticated devices that can need an external power source or a battery. They may have capabilities like data logging and remote monitoring, and they can frequently offer more specific information, such the strike’s date and time.
Why its needed ?
Maintenance Verification: A lightning protection system should be evaluated to make sure it is still functioning properly after a lightning strike. Facility managers plan a maintenance inspection since the counter makes it obvious that there has been a strike.
Risk assessment: Over time, a counter’s data can be used to determine a location’s lightning risk. It offers useful data on striking frequency that can be utilized to enhance safety protocols.
Insurance Claims: The counter offers verifiable evidence for insurance claims in the event that a lightning strike damages a building or its equipment.
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Products Features
| Material | Mild Steel |
| Discharge Current | 10kA , 20kA |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
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