Antenna Grounding

This reminder is provided to call the CATV (cable television) system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC (National Electrical Code), which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Antenna Grounding

No. Component

￿Electric Service Equipment

Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art 250, Part H)

!Ground Clamps

"Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)

#Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)

$Ground Clamp

%Antenna Lead-in Wire

Safety and Comfort

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