How to Properly Ground a Flammable Cabinet
Grounding the cabinet is a safety measure that prevents static electricity from accumulating on the metallic surface, which could otherwise discharge a spark and ignite the
Contact UsWhy do wiring cabinets need to be grounded
Home / Why do wiring cabinets need to be grounded
A ground wire prevents static sparks, ensures compliance with safety standards, protects against electrical malfunctions, and reduces risks from spills or leaks in storage cabinets. As an industry best practice, we recommend grounding the cabinet when dispensing Class 2 combustible liquids if the liquids are near, at, or above the liquid's. Flammable storage cabinets do not need to be grounded when they are used strictly for storage. The bonding conductor itself should be a stranded copper wire, typically sized at a minimum of 12 American Wire Gauge (AWG), which offers the necessary flexibility and low resistance.
