South Atlantic C128 Copper Clad Ground Rod (1/2 in × 8 ft, UL Listed):

Specifications

• Model: C128
• Manufacturer: South Atlantic LLC (Southern Grounding Products)
• Type: Copperclad Ground Rod
• Nominal Diameter: 1/2 inch (actual: 0.500")
• Length: 8 feet
• Thread: 9/16" UNC × 1 1/16"
• Weight: Approx. 5.62 lbs
• Material: SAE 1010–1035 carbon steel core
• Copper Coating: Minimum 0.010 inches (meets UL and ANSI standards)
• Tensile Strength: 80,000–100,000 PSI
• Hardness: Rockwell B80 minimum
• Certifications:
  • UL 467 Listed
  • CSA Certified
  • ANSI/NEMA GR-1
  • ANSI C33.8
  • Rural Utilities Service (RUS) approved

Key Features

• Corrosion Resistant: Copper cladding provides long-term protection in soil and concrete.
• Pointed Tip: Facilitates easy driving into the ground.
• Identification Markings: UL/CSA logos, control number, and part number within 12" of chamfered end.
• Made in USA: Manufactured to high-quality standards.

Applications

• Electrical Grounding: Provides a safe path for fault currents to earth.
• Service Entrance Grounding: Used in residential, commercial, and industrial installations.
• Direct Burial: Suitable for burial in soil and concrete.
• Code Compliance: Meets NEC and NESC grounding requirements