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BS 6651:1999

Superseded

Superseded

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Code of practice for protection of structures against lightning

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

29-09-2006

Language(s)

English

Published date

07-02-2005

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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
DevelopmentNote
Supersedes 04/30118857 DC, BS 6651(1992) and 98/264818 DC. (02/2005)
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
140
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Superseded
SupersededBy

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BS 6330:1983 Code of practice for reception of sound and television broadcasting
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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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