Installation Overview
Standard Tree Conductors are used on the main trunk
of the tree and for all ground connections. A tree with a trunk
up to 3 feet in diameter requires one standard conductor, extending
from the highest accessible part of tree, down the main trunk
to ground and underground out to ground rod. (See picture at left.)
Trees with trunks exceeding 3 feet in diameter, with long and
wide spread branches, should be provided with two standard down
conductors placed on opposite sides of trunk.
Miniature Conductors are used for branch runs, and shall extend
from accessible heights of three or more of the main branches
down to the main trunk with connection made to standard conductor
using No. 193X double splicer.
Air terminals are designed especially for tree installations
and should be attached to the extreme upper ends of both standard
and miniature conductors and should be securely anchored to the
tree for permanency and complete efficiency.
Fasteners for cables shall be used to securely attach the conductor
to the tree in such a way as to allow slack for continued growth
of the tree and for swaying in the wind. These fasteners are permanent
and allow for growth of tree. Fasteners shall be spaced not to
exceed 3 feet apart.
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