Lightning protection also evolves at the pace of technological progress. The new INGESCO PDC.E 60 RT combines the protection provided by a lightning rod with an electronic early streamer emission device with a remote testing system, making it easier to periodically verify the air terminal without the need to physically access the equipment.
TECHNOLOGY THAT SIMPLIFIES LIGHTNING PROTECTION
The new INGESCO® PDC.E 60 RT lightning rod represents a step forward in the evolution of lightning protection systems, incorporating new features designed to make its testing and maintenance easier. Its main advantage is the ability to periodically verify the air terminal remotely, simplifying a task that can be particularly complex when the lightning rod is installed at elevated points or in hard-to-reach locations. In this way, the PDC.E 60 RT delivers high protection performance while incorporating the technology needed to make its testing simpler, more accessible and more efficient.
HOW DOES THE REMOTE TESTING OF THE PDC.E 60 RT WORK?
The INGESCO® PDC.E 60 RT incorporates a remote testing system with a Bluetooth connection and a mobile APP for iOS and Android, from which the periodic verification of the air terminal can be carried out. The direct connection between the testing device and the smartphone makes it possible to perform the check without physically accessing the lightning rod to run the test, simplifying the process and facilitating periodic maintenance tasks. This advantage is particularly relevant considering that air terminals are usually installed at elevated points or in hard-to-reach areas, where a conventional check may require additional operations to access the equipment.
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF THE REMOTE TESTING OF THE INGESCO LIGHTNING ROD?
The remote testing system of the INGESCO® PDC.E 60 RT is designed to simplify the periodic verification of the air terminal and give the user direct access to the device from their smartphone, without relying on external platforms or third-party services. Its main advantages include:
- All the information in a single APP: check and manage the device information directly from the mobile application.
- Direct connection via Bluetooth: connect to the lightning rod whenever you need to perform a check, without relying on an external communications infrastructure.
- No third-party platforms: the user keeps direct control over the testing of the device, without depending on external IoT services or platforms.
- Simpler checks: it facilitates periodic verifications and reduces the need to physically access the air terminal to run the test.
All of this provides a simple, direct solution under the user's own control, particularly useful in installations where physically accessing the lightning rod can be complex. Remote testing does not replace the inspections and maintenance operations required for the lightning protection system as a whole, but rather facilitates the periodic verification of the air terminal.
PERFORMANCE AND RESISTANCE IN A SINGLE DEVICE
The INGESCO® PDC.E 60 RT combines state-of-the-art technology with a robust design, conceived to deliver high performance, resistance and durability in outdoor installations. All of this comes with the backing and guarantee of INGESCO®, under the same quality and reliability standards that characterise our lightning protection systems.
| Feature | PDC.E 60 RT |
|---|---|
| Technology | Early streamer emission (ESE) lightning rod with remote testing |
| Remote testing | Bluetooth connection and mobile APP (iOS and Android) |
| Material | AISI 316L stainless steel |
| Test current | 200 kA |
TESTS, CERTIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS OF THE PDC.E 60 RT
Innovation must go hand in hand with verification and testing. The INGESCO® PDC.E 60 RT lightning rod has undergone different tests aimed at verifying both its performance and the behaviour of its components. These include:
- Early streamer emission time evaluation test in accordance with Annex C of UNE 21186:2011 and NF C 17-102:2011.
- Tests carried out at the LABELEC High Voltage Laboratory, accredited by ENAC No. 307/LE681 in accordance with ISO 17025.
- Mechanical tensile and bending tests to failure.
- Tests in accordance with IEC 62561-1:2023, on the requirements for connection components of lightning protection systems.
- Electromagnetic compatibility tests in accordance with IEC 61000-6-2:2019 and IEC 61000-6-4:2019.
- Tests also carried out under natural field conditions.
The PDC.E 60 RT complies with UNE 21186:2011 and NF C 17-102:2011, while the testing device complies with IEC 62561-1:2023 and the electromagnetic compatibility requirements indicated above.
One step further in the evolution of LIGHTNING PROTECTION
Infrastructures are increasingly connected and their maintenance is moving towards more agile, accessible and efficient models. In this context, having tools that make it easier to check protection systems helps simplify periodic tasks and reduce unnecessary interventions at hard-to-reach points.
With the new INGESCO® PDC.E 60 RT, we bring remote testing to our PDC.E technology, making it possible to verify the air terminal via a Bluetooth connection and a mobile APP. Users can connect directly to the device whenever they need to perform a check, without relying on external platforms or third-party services, keeping control of the process from a single application.
This is particularly relevant for a lightning rod, which is usually installed at one of the highest points of the structure. Reducing the need to physically access the terminal to run the test not only simplifies its verification, but also makes it easier to integrate it more smoothly into periodic maintenance tasks. Because for INGESCO, innovating does not only mean improving the performance of our protection systems, but also making them easier to check and manage throughout the service life of the installation.
Discover all its features, performance and technical documentation on our product page.
Do you want to know if the PDC.E 60 RT is the right choice for your project? Our team can advise you on defining the most suitable lightning protection solution based on the characteristics of your installation, its environment and the applicable standards.
