Protection From Lightning Strikes - Hydronix Hydro-View HV02 User Manual

Protection from lightning strikes

You should give some consideration to protecting the Hydronix installation from damage
due to lightning and similar electrical disturbances.
Many installations of Hydronix equipment will be into situations which are particularly
prone to damage by lightning, for example...
Tropical regions.
Outdoor installations.
Long cable runs between the sensor and instrumentation.
Tall, electrically conductive constructions (e.g. aggregate bins).
High value computer equipment connected.
Although the Hydro-View model HV02 is fitted with opto-isolation on the sensor input,
these will not prevent damage in all cases. Precautions should still be taken to avoid
damage by lightning in areas where there is a known risk.
We would recommend the installation of suitable lightning barriers to all conductors in the
sensor extension cable. Ideally, these would be fitted at both ends of this cable to protect
both the moisture sensor and the Hydro-View (and equipment connected to the Hydro-
View).
Please consult your Hydronix distributor for further information regarding lightning
protection on our equipment.
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