Pole Top Protection
Product Overview
Cobra™ pole top technologies are the best in class for preventing pole-top decay caused by the severe effects of weathering. By incorporating a remedial treatment to the pole top, Cobra™ Caps and Cobra™ Pole Top Protectors serve a dual function of both treatment and coverage to the wood substrate. Cobra™ Cap allows for future pole top inspection and retreatment. Patented Cobra™ Pole Top Protectors are flexible and allow for pole top hardware to be easily attached while still providing excellent copper borate protection.
Technical Summary
(Including 3rd party data and research)
Cobra™ Cap Kit contains a Cobra™ Cap, (2) Cobra™ Rods, and (4) 3 ½” spiral nails.
- Cobra™ Cap Kit, 7” (Genics’ product number 40607), 6 per box
- Cobra™ Cap Kit, 9” (Genics’ product number 40609), 6 per box
- Cobra™ Cap Kit, 11” (Genics’ product number 40611), 6 per box
- Cobra™ Cap Kits listed above will fit the majority of pole sizes and simply require a hammer for installation.
Cobra™ Pole Top Protector
- Cobra™ Pole Top Protector, Version A, (Genics’ product number 40651), box of 10
- Cobra™ Pole Top Protector, Version B, (Genics’ product number 40653), box of 10
- Cobra™ Pole Top Protector, Version C, (Genics’ product number 40655), box of 10
- Cobra™ Pole Top Protectors listed above will form to any pole top shape, will accommodate the majority of pole sizes, and do not require hardware or tools.
Cobra™ Caps and Cobra™ Pole Top Protector – Composition and Chemistry:
Active ingredients:
Disodium Octaborate
Tetrahydrate
90.6%
Copper Hydroxide:
2.9%
Boric Acid:
4.7%
TOTAL ACTIVES
98.2%
- The Cobra™ Cap allows for airflow underneath the cap to ensure the pole remains homeostatic or at equilibrium moisture content.
- Cobra™ Caps are made from UV protected High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) that has been recycled that can typically withstand -40˚C temperatures.
- Pole top decay can cause failure in the structural strength of wood that holds insulator pins, mounting brackets and other pole top hardware. Such failures can result in pole top fires, crossarm burn downs, conductor damage, and power outages.
- Cobra™ Caps are comprised of a base that is attached to the pole and a removeable lid to gain access for periodic reinspection and the installation of new Cobra™ Rods.
- Cobra™ Caps reduce moisture penetration, splitting, checking, and decay.
- Cobra™ Pole Top Protectors prevent rain and snow from making contact with the pole top. Genics’ highly adhesive rubber design seals the pole top entirely from insects and moisture, while also infusing the pole top with decay fighting power by way of a fibrous pad that has been presoaked in Genics’ copper boron preservative.
Cobra™ Caps and Cobra™ Pole Top Protector – Technical Data Summary:
Data, collected by a major North American utility, shows that by incorporating pole top protection with groundline treatment as part of your asset maintenance program you can extended the service life of your poles by 10-15 years. This results in exponential savings for the utility.
Cobra™ Caps – Installation Instructions:
- All materials for attachment are included in the Cobra™ Cap Kit.
- Position the base in the center of the pole top and use the3 ½” spiral nails provided to attach the base.
- Attach the steel cable.
Cobra™ Pole Top Protector – Installation Instructions:
- Peel off the backing from the Cobra™ Pole Top Protector.
- Align the first flap with the pole top edge, press the first flap into place.
- Align the rounded middle area and press down the rounded edge of the Cobra™ Pole Top Protector that is hanging over the edge on both sides.
- Align the second flap to the opposite edge of the pole top, firmly pressing it in place to finish off the seal.
- No metal fasteners required.
- Cobra™ Pole Top Protectors are hygienic, dry to the touch, and easy for the lineman to handle.
- For cold weather installation of the Cobra™ Pole Top Protector, staples and/or nails can be used to ensure long-term protection.
Ensure the use of proper PPE as per the label, SDS sheet, State guidelines.
This product is manufactured in an ISO 14001 facility.
