Name: RSP Supply
Address: 710 South Redwood Rd, North Salt Lake, Utah, 84054, USA

Grounding, Part 2 - Purpose of Grounding

Purpose of Electrical Grounding

-Protect individuals interacting with equipment
-Protect equipment from potential damage due to a power surge
-Keep voltage constant and in a healthy phase
-Redirect leaking voltage to ground
-Ensure fault energy is dissipated quickly and safely
-Reduces electrical "noise" potential
-Better function from surge protection devices
Results from Improper Grounding
-Increased potential injury due to lack of energy dissipation
-Can cause delays in clearing faults which result in poor current flow
-Increases potential of repeated electrical shocks to operators
-Increases the possibility of a fire due to leaking or excess voltage
-Can cause a reduction in operational efficiency of machinery