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Earthing and Grounding

  1. Safety: Prevents electric shocks by providing a safe path for fault currents to flow into the ground, reducing the risk of electric shock to people.
  2. Equipment Protection: Protects electrical equipment from damage caused by fault currents, surges, and lightning strikes.
  3. System Stability: Ensures proper functioning of the electrical system by maintaining a reference point for voltage levels.

Key Concepts in Earthing and Grounding:

  1. Earthing (or Grounding) Systems:

    • System Earthing: Involves connecting parts of the electrical system to the earth to stabilize voltage and ensure safety. Common systems include:
      • TN (Terra Neutral) Systems: Where the neutral point of the supply transformer is directly connected to earth.
      • TT (Terra-Terra) Systems: Where the neutral is earthed at the supply transformer, and the exposed conductive parts are earthed independently.
      • IT (Isolated Terra) Systems: Where the system is not directly connected to earth but is monitored for insulation resistance.
  2. Earthing Electrode:

    • Types of Electrodes: Includes ground rods, plates, or meshes buried in the earth to establish an electrical connection.
    • Materials: Typically made of copper or galvanized steel for corrosion resistance and good conductivity.
  3. Grounding Conductors:

    • Purpose: Carry fault currents from electrical systems to the earth.
    • Types: Include grounding wires, conductors, and bonding straps.