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Anti-Static Helicopter Earthing Pole - Grounding Pole for Helicopters with Anti-Static Feature - Static Discharge Pole

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The NATO Approved Anti-static Helicopter Earthing Pole, with a length of approximately 1.25m (1250mm), is essential for ensuring safety during helicopter operations such as slung loads and transported cargo. Designed to discharge dangerous static electricity accumulated during flight, the helicopter pole acts as a 'static discharge wand', preventing sparking that could damage equipment or harm personnel.

Helicopter Grounding Rod - Anti-Static Discharge Pole for Helicopter Safety - Static Electricity Grounding Pole

This NATO Stock No. 5120-99-728-7485 helicopter anti-static earthing pole features a robust steel hook/probe, extending 150cm, and a non-conductive rubber design. The 10mm copper earthing wire, sheathed in plastic, is securely fastened to the steel hook. The standard wire length is 5 metres, though alternative lengths, including the CAA-recommended 3.5m to 5m, are available upon request. Additional features include a sturdy wooden stave, available in 1.35m or 2.0m, with the earthing wire tightly whipped to ensure no strain on the wire-probe connection. The stave's foam grip extends 30cm along the handle for secure use.

Why Would I Need a Helicopter Earthing Pole?

When helicopters carry slung loads, such as cargo or equipment in a cargo net, they can accumulate significant static electricity during flight due to friction from the rotor blades interacting with the air, along with environmental factors like dust or dry conditions. The earthing pole not only safely grounds the cargo, but it can also be used to discharge static from the helicopter itself when it’s carrying cargo that prevents the helicopter from landing. This ensures both the helicopter and its load are properly grounded, protecting the crew and ground personnel from electric shocks.

If this charge isn't properly grounded when the load is delivered, it can discharge through anyone who comes into contact with the cargo or net, leading to electric shocks. These shocks can cause serious injury or accidents, as personnel handling the load may lose control or be knocked back by the force of the discharge.

A helicopter earthing pole ensures that static electricity is safely discharged from the cargo net, load or the helicopter itself before anyone touches it, protecting ground crew and reducing the risk of injury.

Key Features & Equipment Benefits:

  • Steel Hook/Probe: 150cm length ensures a reliable static discharge point.

  • Non-Conductive Rubber Design: Prevents accidental electrical conduction during use.

  • 10mm Copper Earthing Wire: Sheathed in plastic and securely attached for enhanced durability.

  • Wire Length: Standard 5 metres, adjustable to CAA-recommended 3.5m-5m upon request.

  • Wooden Stave: Available in 1.35m or 2.0m, offering a robust and safe grip.

  • Tightly Whipped Earthing Wire: Prevents weight strain on the wire-probe connection during use.

  • Earth Connection: Provides a secure ground point for static discharge.

  • Foam Grip: Extends 30cm along the handle for secure and comfortable handling.

  • Alternative Grounding Options:

    • Crocodile Grip Clamping Device: Secure attachment option.

    • 1.2m Copper Rod: Alternative grounding solution.

    • 160mm Stainless Steel Spike: Sharp and durable grounding option.

  • NATO Stock No. 5120-99-728-7485: Ensures compliance with NATO standards. 

  • Custom grounding solutions available upon request!
     

 

 

 

Technical Information:

  • NATO Stock No.: 5120-99-728-7485
  • Pole Length: 1.25m / 1250mm
  • Steel Hook/Probe Length: 150cm
  • Earthing Wire: 10mm copper, plastic-sheathed
  • Standard Wire Length: 5 metres (alternative lengths available: 3.5m to 5m as per CAA recommendations)
  • Wooden Stave Length Options: 1.35m or 2.0m
  • Foam Grip: Extends not less than 30cm along the handle
  • Non-conductive Design: Rubber-coated for safe handling

 

 

SPECIFICATION

 

  1. Steel hook / probe 150cm

  2. Non-conductive rubber design

  3. 10mm copper earthing wire sheathed in plastic and securely attached to the steel hook. Normally the wire is 5 metres in length, but alternative lengths may be fitted if requested. - Note: the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) suggest a wire length of between 3.5m and 5m

  4. Wooden stave 1.35 / 2.0 metres. - Note: CAA state that the handle should be at least 85cm

  5. The sheathed earthing wire is tightly whipped to the wooden stave to ensure that in use no weight comes on the wire-probe connection

  6. Earth connection.

  7. Foam grip extending not less than 30cm along the handle.

Unit has NATO Stock No. 5120-99-728-7485

 

Alternatives:

  1. a) Crocodile Grip clamping device

  2. b) 2m copper rod

  3. c) 4kg steel weight

  4. d) 160mm stainless steel spike*

  5. e)  As Requested 

  

 

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