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Bases and Brackets

Based and Brackets are used to securely support air terminals and provide the electrical interface between the air terminal and the lightning conductors. They are specifically designed to fit lightning cables and withstand lightning’s energy without degradation. In addition to the bases featured, other bases to fit any surface are available. All bases and brackets are UL96 Listed and Labeled.


Dom # BB3UL-(Opt 1)-(Opt 2) Cast Adhesive Flat Base

BB3B Adhesive Bold Base
BB3B Adhesive Bold Base
Description Cast Base with 2-way bolt pressure cable holder
Comes complete with stainless steel bolt and washer
Application Suitable for use on flat surfaces when mechanical penetration is to be avoided such as membrane roof surfaces (single or 2 ply or built up roofing)
Use adhesives compatible with mounting surface.
Dimensions 4-1/4” x 4” (108mm x 102mm)
Options Opt 1 – Cast Bronze (B) / Cast Bronze Tin Plated (T) Aluminum (A)
Opt 2 - I.D. Air terminal Thread Size (3/8”) (½”) (5/8”)
Weight Bronze / Tinned Bronze - 16oz (454g)
Aluminum - 6 oz (170g)

Dom # BB8UL-(Opt 1)-(Opt 2) Threaded Rod Hex Bolt Base

BB8B Cable to Threaded Rod Bolt Base
BB8B Cable to Threaded Rod Bolt Base
Description Hex extruded brass / aluminum straight splicer
Comes complete with 2 @ 5/16” stainless steel bolts for securing lightning cable
Application Suitable for attachment of lightning cable to air terminals or threaded rods.
Dimensions 4-1/4” x 4” (108mm x 102mm)
Options Opt 1 – Cast Bronze (B) / Cast Bronze Tin Plated (T) Aluminum (A)
Opt 2 - I.D. Air terminal Thread Size (3/8”) (½”) (5/8”)
Weight Brass - 5oz (142g)
Aluminum - 2oz (57g)

Dom # BB9UL-(Opt 1)-(Opt 2) Cast Duel Threaded Flat / Side Mount Base

BB9B Dual Thread Bolt Base
BB9B Dual Thread Bolt Base
BB9B Dual Thread Bolt Base
Description Cast Base with 2-way bolt pressure cable holder
Comes complete with stainless steel bolt and washer
2 Predrilled ¼” clearance mounting holes
Application Duel I.D. Thread for Side or Top Mounting
Dimensions 2-13/16” x 2-15/16” (71.4 mm x 74.6 mm)
Options Opt 1 – Cast Bronze (B) / Cast Bronze Tin Plated (T) Aluminum (A)
Opt 2 - I.D. Air terminal Thread Size (3/8”) (½”) (5/8”)
Weight Bronze / Tinned Bronze - 9.3 oz (263g)
Aluminum - 4oz (113g)

Dom # BB13UL-(Opt 1)-(Opt 2) Cast Narrow Horizontal Side Mount Base

BB13B Narrow Horizontal Side Mount
BB13B Narrow Horizontal Side Mount
Description Cast Base with 2-way bolt pressure cable holder
Comes complete with stainless steel bolt and washer
2 Predrilled ¼” clearance mounting holes
Application Suitable for side mounting to narrow horizontal surfaces
Dimensions 1-5/8” x 4- 1/2” (41.2 mm x 114 mm)
Options Opt 1 – Cast Bronze (B) / Cast Bronze Tin Plated (T) Aluminum (A)
Opt 2 - I.D. Air terminal Thread Size (3/8”) (½”) (5/8”)
Weight Bronze / Tinned Bronze 14.9 oz (422 g)
Aluminum - 5oz (142g)

Dom # BB14UL-(Opt 1)-(Opt 2) Cast Narrow Vertical Side Mount Base

BB14B Narrow Vertical Side Mount
BB14B Narrow Vertical Side Mount
Description Cast Base with 2-way bolt pressure cable holder
Comes complete with stainless steel bolt and washer
2 Predrilled ¼” clearance mounting holes
Application Suitable for side mounting to narrow vertical surfaces including pipes and mullions
Dimensions 1-5/8” x 4- 1/2” (41.2 mm x 114 mm)
Options Opt 1 – Cast Bronze (B) / Cast Bronze Tin Plated (T) Aluminum (A)
Opt 2 - I.D. Air terminal Thread Size (3/8”) (½”) (5/8”)
Weight Bronze / Tinned Bronze 14.0oz ( 422 g)
Aluminum - 5oz (142g)

Dom # BB100UL-(Opt 1)-(Opt 2) Strap-Type Saddle / Ridge Bolt Base

BB100B Strap Type Ridge Saddle Bolt Base
BB100B Strap Type Ridge Saddle Bolt Base
Description Flexible Metal Strap
Comes complete with extruded hex I.D. threaded air terminal socket
Cast one-way cable holder
6 Predrilled 1/8" (3.2mm) dia. clearance mounting holes
Application Suitable for mounting on ridges and irregular shaped surfaces
Dimensions 12” x 2” x 1.5” (305 mm x 50.8 mm x 38mm)
Options Opt 1 – Cast Bronze (B) / Cast Bronze Tin Plated (T) Aluminum (A)
Opt 2 - I.D. Air terminal Thread Size (3/8”) (½”) (5/8”)
Weight Copper / Brass - 17oz (482 g)
Aluminum - 9.3oz (264g)