Description

Earthing material (also called grounding material) is used in electrical systems to safely discharge electrical energy to the earth, preventing electric shock, equipment damage, or fire. Here’s a quick breakdown: 🔌 Purpose of Earthing Safety: Prevents electrical shock Equipment Protection: Diverts surge currents (e.g., from lightning or faults) System Stability: Maintains consistent voltage levels Fault Current Path: Provides a low-resistance path to trip protective devices like circuit breakers 🛠️ Types of Earthing Materials 1. Electrodes GI (Galvanized Iron) Earthing Electrode Copper Earthing Electrode Pipe Earthing (commonly GI or copper pipe buried in the ground) Plate Earthing (a copper or GI plate buried with charcoal and salt)