ElectricalBeta
Lightning Protection
Lightning protection risk assessment and system design
Beta module: functional, with verification in progress.
Code references
SBC 401— Saudi Electrical Code
Inputs
| Parameter | Unit |
|---|---|
| Structure Length | m |
| Structure Width | m |
| Structure Height | m |
| Flash Density | flashes/km²/yr |
| Environment | — |
| Contents Value | — |
| Occupancy | — |
| Explosive Atmosphere? | — |
Runs in the Insha by Schnell workspace. Verified calculators return explicit pass / fail / warning results with a clause trail.
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Insha by Schnell is in beta. All calculator outputs require review by a licensed SCE-registered engineer before submission to MOMRA, Civil Defense, MODON, the Royal Commission, or site execution.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Lightning Protection calculator do?
- Lightning protection risk assessment and system design. It references SBC 401 (Saudi Electrical Code).
- Which Saudi Building Code references does the Lightning Protection calculator use?
- The Lightning Protection calculator references SBC 401 (Saudi Electrical Code).
- What inputs does the Lightning Protection calculator need?
- The Lightning Protection calculator takes 8 inputs: Structure Length (m), Structure Width (m), Structure Height (m), Flash Density (flashes/km²/yr), Environment, Contents Value, Occupancy, Explosive Atmosphere?.
- Is the Lightning Protection calculator verified?
- Lightning Protection is a beta module. It works, but verification is still in progress. Its results carry documented limitations and require review by a licensed SCE-registered engineer before submission or site execution.