DefinitionThe DDCE (variable electric field balancer lightning rod and electrostatic charges de-ionizer device) is a Protection System Against Atmospherical Discharges and Electromagnetic Protector that AVOIDS LIGHTNING FORMATION; Defined as a PASSIVE COLLECTOR system of electrostatic currents ON TIME, that takes them to the ground, the operating principle is based on balancing or compensate the variable electric field on the environment, avoiding the UPWARD LEADER on the DDCE and on to the protected structure, depending on the coverage radio. Also MINIMIZES significantly (60%-90%), the INDIRECT EFFECTS caused by lightning strikes on the environment outside the coverage radio, acting as a thermal fuse absorbing part of the lightning energy into heat by fusion of its internal components reducing to a minimum the electromagnetic effects.

maximum working voltage of the DDCE of PDCE technology withouth lightning strikes640.000 volts within one meter, according to the high voltages lab tests performed at the LAB OF GENIE ELECTRIQUE of the PAU University (University Centre of Scientific Research).

maximum short circuit admissible intensity Th e t r i a l s p e r f o r m e d o n t h e E L E C T R I C A L ENGINEERING OFICIAL CENTRAL LAB OF THE INDUSTRY, TOURISM AND COMERCE MINISTRY OF SPAIN and according to the energy curves IEC-10/350 of 100 KA, specified on the IEC 62305 standards , proves that the equipment will endure 2 lightning strikes of 100.000 ampers without suffering any material breakage. .

product Warranty 5 years, subject to the performance of the annual maintenance. Coverage in the case of a direct lightning strike over the product. Are excluded from the coverage, the effects that might appear over the protected structure from indirect effects by induced external surges.

protection Efficiency 99% of reduction on direct lightning strikes on the protected structures. In case of a lightning strike (1%) or indirect effects by induced external surges on the protected structure,, the DDCE acts as a termal fuse absorbing some of the lightning energy in heat by fusioning its components, reducing to a minimum

(between 60% and 90%) the electromagnetic effects.

materialsAluminum and PVC. Does not contain electrical components nor heavy metals or radioactive. It complies with RoHS standards..

mechanic connection to the mast.The DDCE needs a mast of lower measure to 42mm of Ø and exterior of 49 mm Øwith a passing hole of 8 mm Ø to 32 mm of the mast edge.

NATO Certification The DDCE has been officially approved by NATO , on the concept of “Protection against lightning and electromagnetic protector System”. The DDCE has been selected as a NATO Cataloguing System (SOC), which tries to assure that a same article is known within the logistics field of the countries members of the system (currently 28 countries are registered on NATO), by one and sole denomination and a sole NATO Catalogue Number (NOC), being the NATO code of the DDCE: NCAGE: SYN 37.

DDCE Product Certifications It complies with requirements of the following standards: UNE-EN (IEC 62305:2012), Parts 1, 2 and 3 NBR 5419:2005 IRAM 2184 :2011 NTC 4552:2008 SANS 10313:2012 NFPA 780:2011 CTE-SU8 (Building Technical Code)

CE Markings Directive 2001/95/CE (Product Safety).Directive 92/31/CEE ( Electromagnetic Compatibility).

Work risk preventionIt complies with the requirements of the preventive action (Art. 5) of the Law 31/1995 of November 8th of Work Risk Prevention and Royal Decree RD 614/2001 of June 8th about health and safety protection of workers from electrical hazards.

general technical specifications

Technical specifications by model

DDCE-25 DDCE-50 DDCE-100

Weight/Measurements

weight: 6,8 kgrs.measurements: Ø24,17 cm x 36,72 cm.packaging: recicled cardboard and PELD26cm. x 26cm. x 47cm.

100 meters of coverage radio a c c o r d i n g t o t h e t e c h n i c a l specifications of the point A4 of the UNE-EN-IEC 62305 (PART I) standard. Defined radio without considering the existent structures around the area or protected structure: according to this the theorical radio can be modified.

Application

All kinds of structures in land or sea up to 100 meters high. For structures of over 100 meters, the DDCE-100 model will be display according to the Instruction Manual of the DDCE. UNIQUE AND EFICCIENT system for the protection of structures with fire and explosion risk (ATEX areas) and telecommunication towers. This system is not proper for wind generator with the exception of a special design (consult with the manufacturer)

Weight/Measurements

weight: 4,7 kgrs.measurements: Ø20,58 cm x 35,68 cm.packaging: recicled cardboard and PELD26cm. x 26cm. x 47cm.

Coverage Radio50 meters of coverage radio a c c o r d i n g t o t h e t e c h n i c a l specifications of the point A4 of the UNE-EN- IEC 62305 (PART I ) standard. Defined radio without considering the existent structures around the area or protected structure: according to this the theorical radio can be modified.

Application

All kinds of structures in land or sea up to 50 meters high. UNIQUE AND E F F I C I E N T s y s t e m f o r s h i p protection. This system is not proper f o r t h e p r o t e c t i o n o f w i n d generators; excepting for a special d e s i g n ( C h e c k w i t h t h e manufacturer).

Weight/Measurements

weight: 4,3 kgrs.measurements: Ø20,58 cm x 30,97 cm.packaging: recicled cardboard and PELD26cm. x 26cm. x 47cm.

Coverage Radio25 meters of coverage radio a c c o r d i n g t o t h e t e c h n i c a l specifications of the point A4 of the UNE-EN- IEC 62305 (PART I ) standard. Defined radio without considering the existent structures around the area or protected structure: according to this the theorical radio can be modified.

Application

All kinds of structures in land or sea up to 25 meters high. This system is not proper for the protection of wind generators.

NOTE: For levels of protection I, II, III and IV defined by the IEC 62305 standard, the rolling sphere method shall be used, with the protection radios stablished by the standard.

Coverage Radio