Practical Treatise on Lightning Protection (Classic Reprint)

Henry W. Spang

ISBN 10: 133199926X / ISBN 13: 9781331999263

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book details the extensive research conducted by the author pertaining to the nature of lightning and electricity and their destructive capabilities. The author's findings have led to the development and patenting of the radial system of lightning conductors. This innovative system is poised to revolutionize lightning protection as we know it, effectively safeguarding lives and property from the devastating effects of lightning strikes. The author's work is positioned within the broader historical context of scientific discovery surrounding electricity and lightning, and their protective measures. This book delves into the technicalities of lightning and electricity, exploring their unique properties and interactions, offering a comprehensive look at the author's patented system and its advantages over traditional lightning protection methods. By gaining a deeper understanding of lightning and electricity, we can effectively harness their potential to protect ourselves and our surroundings from their destructive capabilities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781331999263_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Practical Treatise on Lightning Protection (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133199926X
• ISBN 13: 9781331999263
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Electronics

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Synopsis

Protect buildings from lightning with a proven, practical approach that combines science and engineering.
This updated treatise provides complete, explicit instructions for applying reliable lightning conductors to diverse structures. It emphasizes a radial system that channels electrical discharge safely to earth and explains why many older methods fail. The author draws on years of hands‑on electrical experience to offer clear guidance you can follow.

The work explains how to use rain-pipes, earth terminals, and connected conductors to create a continuous path for lightning energy. It includes detailed designs for an improved earth terminal and for connecting rain-pipes to the grounding system, with practical notes on installation in various roof types and building settings. It also discusses the defects of existing conductors and why certain approaches are unreliable.

• Step‑by‑step instructions for constructing and wiring radial lightning conductors


• Strategies for moistened earth paths using perforated pipe and rain-water flow


• Guidance on integrating rain-pipes, earth terminals, and roof conductors for reliable protection


• Insights into common failures and how to avoid them in real‑world buildings

Ideal for homeowners, builders, and electricians seeking a practical, field‑tested method for safeguarding life and property from lightning.