L H Dottie GR1208 Ground Rod 0.5 X 8 Ft

Product Description

The L H Dottie GR1208 is a copper-bonded steel ground rod used in electrical grounding systems to establish a low-resistance path between an electrical system and the earth. Measuring 0.5 inches in diameter and 8 feet in length, this rod meets standard requirements for grounding electrode installations in residential and light commercial applications. Electricians drive it vertically into the earth adjacent to service entrances, panels, and equipment that require a dedicated grounding electrode. The copper bonding provides corrosion resistance while the steel core delivers the structural strength needed for driving into soil.

This ground rod is suited for use in service entrance grounding, equipment grounding, and supplemental electrode installations. Typical applications include residential meter bases, main electrical panels, generators, and outdoor electrical equipment. It is installed in single-rod configurations or in multi-rod arrays where soil resistivity requires additional electrodes to meet NEC requirements. Licensed electricians and electrical contractors are the primary installers of this component.

Key Features

• Copper-bonded exterior resists corrosion in direct-burial soil contact
• Steel core provides strength for driven installation without bending or deforming
• 0.5-inch diameter meets NEC Article 250 minimum size requirements for grounding electrodes
• 8-foot length satisfies standard single-rod burial depth requirements in most soil conditions
• Sold individually for flexible single or multi-rod grounding system configurations

Compatibility

Designed as a standard grounding electrode compatible with ground rod clamps, acorn clamps, and irreversible compression connectors sized for 0.5-inch diameter ground rods.

Installation Notes

Installation must comply with NEC Article 250 and applicable local electrical codes. De-energize the electrical system and follow lockout-tagout procedures before making grounding electrode conductor connections. Use a ground rod driver attachment on a rotary hammer or manual driving cap to avoid mushrooming the rod end. A licensed electrician should verify soil resistivity and determine whether supplemental electrodes are required to meet grounding resistance requirements.