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– the electrical continuity between the various parts is made durable in accordance with
5.5.3,
– their dimensions are at least equal to that specified in Table 6 for standard down-
conductors.
Piping carrying readily-combustible or explosive mixtures shall not be considered as a
down-conductor natural component if the gasket in the flange couplings is not metallic or if
the flange-sides are not otherwise properly bonded.
NOTE 1 Metal installations may be clad with insulating material.
b) the metal of the electrically-continuous reinforced concrete framework of the structure;
NOTE 2 With prefabricated reinforced concrete, it is important to establish interconnection points between
the reinforcing elements. It is also important that reinforced concrete contains a conductive connection
between the interconnection points. The individual parts should be connected on-site during assembly (see
Annex E).
NOTE 3 In the case of pre-stressed concrete, attention should be paid to the risk of causing unacceptable
mechanical consequences, due either to lightning current or as a result of the connection to the lightning
protection system.
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c) the interconnected steel framework of the structure;
NOTE 4 Ring conductors are not necessary if the metal framework of steel structures or the interconnected
reinforcing steel of the structure is used as down-conductors.
d) the facade elements, profile rails and metallic sub-constructions of facades, provided that
– their dimensions conform to the requirements for down-conductors (see 5.6.2) and that
for metal sheets or metal pipes thicknesses shall be not less than 0,5 mm,
– their electrical continuity in a vertical direction conforms to the requirements of 5.5.3.
NOTE 5 For more information, see Annex E.
5.3.6 Test joints
At the connection of the earth-termination, a test joint should be fitted on each down-
conductor, except in the case of natural down-conductors combined with foundation earth
electrodes.
For measuring purposes, the joint shall be capable of being opened with the aid of a tool. In
normal use it shall remain closed.
5.4 Earth-termination system
5.4.1 General
When dealing with the dispersion of the lightning current (high frequency behaviour) into the
ground, whilst minimizing any potentially dangerous overvoltages, the shape and dimensions
of the earth-termination system are the important criteria. In general, a low earthing
resistance (if possible lower than 10 Ω when measured at low frequency) is recommended.
From the viewpoint of lightning protection, a single integrated structure earth-termination
system is preferable and is suitable for all purposes (i.e. lightning protection, power systems
and telecommunication systems).
Earth-termination systems shall be bonded in accordance with the requirements of 6.2.
NOTE 1 The conditions of separation and bonding of other earth-termination systems are usually determined by
the appropriate national authorities.
NOTE 2 Serious corrosion problems can occur when earthing systems made of different materials are connected
to each other.
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