Lead-acid battery lightning protection for rooftop solar container communication station

4 FAQs about Lead-acid battery lightning protection for rooftop solar container communication station

Do rooftop photovoltaic systems need a lightning protection system?

This guideline also requires that LPL III and thus a lightning protection system accord-ing to class of LPS III be installed for rooftop PV systems (> 10 kWp) and that surge protection measures be taken. As a general rule, rooftop photovoltaic systems must not interfere with the existing lightning pro-tection measures.

Why is a mounting system connected to an external lightning protection system?

If the mounting system is directly connected to the external lightning protection system due to the fact that the separa-tion distance s cannot be maintained, these conductors be-come part of the lightning equipotential bonding system. Consequently, these elements must be capable of carrying lightning currents.

How do lightning protection systems work?

Lightning protection systems are designed to divert the powerful electrical energy of a lightning strike safely away from your solar system. This is achieved through a combination of components, including: Lightning Rods and Air Terminals: These metal rods are installed on the highest point of a structure, such as a rooftop.

Can a PV mounting system carry a lightning current?

The metal components of the PV mounting system must be connected to the external lightning protection system in such a way that they can carry lightning currents (cop-per conductor with a cross-section of at least 16 mm2 or equivalent).