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Ground Rods & Clamp

Ground rods are essential for energizers to work. Attach insulated wire (#164102) with stainless steel ground rod clamp.

ITEM # DESCRIPTION AVAIL. WEIGHT PRICE QTY
151000 Ground Rod, Galvanized , 6' x 5/8" In Stock 5.9 $8.00
151200 Ground Rod, Galvanized, 3' x 1/2" In Stock 2.1 $3.75
151800 Ground Rod Clamp, Stainless Steel In Stock 0.1 $1.35

Specs

Ground Rod

  • Galvanized
  • 6' or 3' long
  • 6' 5/8" or 3' 1/2" diameter
  • 6' rod has no head. 3' rod as a head on one end.
Clamp
  • Hose-style
  • Stainless steel
  • .5" wide
  • Tightening screw attached
Benefits

Galvanized rod does not rust or corrode.
How to Use

  1. Allow 3 ft of rod per joule of energy released.
  2. Use multiple 6 ft rods for large energizers and 3 ft rods for smaller energizers (and lightning diverters).
  3. Make sure to put the ground rod all the way into the ground.
  4. To attach ground wire, make a elongated "U" in the wire.
  5. Put the "U" against the rod and put the clamp around it. Tighten.
Shipping

These items DO NOT qualify for Free Ground Delivery.

Precautions

When installing more then one ground rod, space the ground rods apart 2 feet longer then the rod. Example 3' rods should be spaced 5' apart.
Trouble Shooting

If you are not getting a good reading on your fence:

  • Make sure to have the ground rod all the way into the ground
  • Make sure you have a good connection to the ground rod
  • Make sure to have a good connection on the energizer and fence
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