BS 6651:1999
Superseded
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Code of practice for protection of structures against lightning
Hardcopy , PDF
29-09-2006
English
07-02-2005
Committees responsible
Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions and abbreviations
4 Technical aspects of lightning
5 Effects of lightning strike
6 Function of a lightning conductor
7 Materials
8 Dimensions
9 Basic considerations
10 Need for protection
11 Zone of protection
12 General considerations for system design
13 Consultation
14 Component parts
15 Air terminations
16 Down conductors
17 Earth termination network
18 Earth electrodes
19 Metal in or on a structure
20 Structures exceeding 20 m in height
21 Structures with roofs of high flammability
22 Buildings with explosive or highly flammable contents
23 Dwelling houses
24 Fences
25 Trees and structures near trees
26 Structures with radio and television aerials
27 Miscellaneous structures
28 Corrosion
29 Structures
30 Overhead power lines
31 Inspection
32 Testing
33 Records
34 Maintenance and upkeep
Annex A (informative) Explanatory notes on some of the
recommendations of this code
Annex B (informative) Guidance on the application of BS 6651
Annex C (informative) General advice on protection against
lightning of electronic equipment within
or on structures
Bibliography
Gives guidance on the design of systems for the protection of structures against lightning and on the selection of materials.
Committee |
GEL/81
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DevelopmentNote |
Supersedes 04/30118857 DC, BS 6651(1992) and 98/264818 DC. (02/2005)
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DocumentType |
Standard
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Pages |
140
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PublisherName |
British Standards Institution
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Status |
Superseded
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SupersededBy |
BS 5493:1977 | Code of practice for protective coating of iron and steel structures against corrosion |
BS 6330:1983 | Code of practice for reception of sound and television broadcasting |
BS 5655-6:2002 | Lifts and service lifts Code of practice for the selection and installation of new lifts |
BS 2898:1970 | Specification for wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys for electrical purposes. Bars, extruded round tube and sections |
BS EN 10025:1993 | Hot rolled products of non-alloy structural steels. Technical delivery conditions |
BS 3111-2:1979 | Steel for cold forged fasteners and similar components Stainless steel |
BS 302:1968 | Specification for wire ropes for cranes, excavators and general engineering purposes |
BS 6746:1990 | Specification for PVC insulation and sheath of electric cables |
BS 2871:1957 | Copper and copper alloys tubes |
BS EN 50164-1:2008 | Lightning protection components (LPC) Requirements for connection components |
BS 7671(2001) : 2001 AMD 14905 | REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS |
BS 2873:1969 | Specification for copper and copper alloys. Wire |
BS 215-2:1970 | Specification for aluminium conductors and aluminium conductors, steel-reinforced for overhead power transmission Aluminium conductors, steel-reinforced |
BS 215-1:1970 | Specification for aluminium conductors and aluminium conductors, steel-reinforced for overhead power transmission Aluminium stranded conductors |
PD 6484:1979 | Commentary on corrosion at bimetallic contacts and its alleviation |
BS DD24(1973) : 1973 | RECOMMENDATIONS FOR METHODS OF PROTECTION AGAINST CORROSION ON LIGHT SECTION STEEL USED IN BUILDING |
BS EN 50164-2:2008 | Lightning protection components (LPC) Requirements for conductors and earth electrodes |
BS 6681:1986 | Specification for malleable cast iron |
BS 1470:1987 | Specification for wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys for general engineering purposes: plate, sheet and strip |
BS EN 50020:2002 | Electrical apparatus for potentially explosive atmospheres. Intrinsic safety \'i\' |
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