Hazards to personnel and valuable equipment caused by dangerous voltages and high potential gradients during fault conditions is a major concern in electric utilities. Copperweld copper-clad steel (CCS) wire reduces the possibility of damage from lightning strikes or short-circuit conditions by providing an efficient, reliable grounding system to rapidly dissipate the surge current.

For over 75 years, Copperweld wire and strand proven to be strong, non-rusting, efficient grounding conductors. This longevity and reliability is due to our patented process that combines the strength of steel with the conductivity and corrosion resistance of copper.

Copperweld ground wire and strand provide a long-lasting, low impedance path to earth. Copperweld wire is also less susceptible to theft than copper because it is a bimetallic product and does not have the high scrap value of solid copper. When annealed, Copperweld wire and strand exhibit the flexibility necessary for easy handling. They are also adaptable to all standard installation techniques.

Whatever the grounding application, there is a Copperweld conductor available in the size, conductivity, and strength that is required. Our superior performance and longer life have been thoroughly demonstrated by the thousands of utility concerns all over the world who have put into service millions of miles of Copperweld wire for both underground and overhead applications.