Lightning arresters · OEM & wholesale
Lightning arresters surge arresters for service entrances, antennas, outbuildings and solar
A lightning arrester diverts the surge energy that a nearby strike induces on power, antenna or solar wiring safely to ground. StormForge supplies low-voltage AC arresters, DC arresters for PV systems and coax/antenna arresters to electrical distributors, farm and ranch suppliers, solar installers and private label brands.
- Low-voltage AC arresters for panels, wells and outbuildings
- DC arresters for residential solar PV (by model)
- Coax / antenna and data line arresters
- Private label labels and contractor packs
Lightning arrester types
AC secondary arresters mount at the service entrance, sub-panel, well pump or barn panel to divert surges on low-voltage power lines. DC arresters protect solar PV strings and inverters. Coax and antenna arresters sit where antenna or satellite cables enter the building. For whole-panel protection with indicators, see the whole house surge protector page.
Lightning arrester vs lightning rod
A lightning rod intercepts a direct strike on the structure and carries it to ground through conductors; an arrester deals with the surge that reaches the wiring. Both belong in a layered approach — rods, conductors and fittings are covered on the lightning & surge protection hub.
Who buys lightning arresters from us
- Electrical and farm-supply distributors (well pumps, barns, irrigation)
- Solar installers and PV kit brands
- Antenna, satellite and security installers
- Private label brands building storm-season electrical ranges
Ratings and compliance, honestly
Discharge current, voltage class and response figures are model-specific. We do not claim UL, ETL, CE, IEC or other listings, ratings or certifications by default; arresters are built to the standards you specify and test reports available for a given model can be provided on request. Installation must be done by a qualified electrician to local code.
Typical lightning arrester configurations (by model)
| Type | Typical system | Typical format | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC secondary arrester | 120/240 V or 230/400 V class | Nipple-mount, enclosure or DIN-rail | Service entrance, sub-panel, well pump |
| DC PV arrester | PV string voltage class by model | DIN-rail with base and modules | Solar strings, inverters |
| Coax / antenna arrester | RF connector types per spec | Inline with ground lug | Antenna, satellite, CCTV |
| Data / signal arrester | Ethernet, telephone, low-voltage | Inline modules | Networking, control lines |
Typical formats only; ratings confirmed per model in quotation and not certified claims.
No certification claimed by default. We do not claim FEMA, Miami-Dade NOA, UL, ETL, IEC, ASTM or any other approval, rating or test result. Products are built to customer-specified standards; test reports can be provided on request where available.
Frequently asked questions
Where is a lightning arrester installed?
Usually at the service entrance or sub-panel, at outbuildings and well pumps, at antenna or coax entry points, and on PV systems — per the installer’s design and local code.
Do you make high-voltage utility arresters?
Our focus is low-voltage residential, farm and light-commercial arresters; utility-class arresters are outside our standard range.
Can arresters be bundled with lightning rods and fittings?
Yes, mixed lightning and surge kits are common for farm and rural distributors.
Are your surge protectors and lightning arresters UL listed or IEC tested?
We do not claim UL, ETL, CSA, CE, IEC or any other listing, certification, rating or test result by default. Devices are built to the standards you specify on the RFQ, and test reports available for a given model can be provided on request. Installation must be done by a licensed electrician to local code.
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