[Skimmertalk] lightning protection for skimmer

[dd5xx at web.de]

Hi all,

I'd like to hear what kind of protection measures you guys take for your skimmer. I am preparing two skimmers, both are installed inside the same housing with lots of additional stuff like pre-amps, filters, network switch, mini computer, etc. Each skimmer is fed with an active antenna "mini-whip" which will be installed about 7m above ground level or 5-6m about roof level (which is at 10m height). The value of this box is about $2000 and the stuff is very sensitive. I am afraid even a nearby lightning strike could destroy quite everything inside the box. What measures can I take next to the usual lightning protection I am used for all kind of antennas (grounding rod)? is there anything special you can suggest for this operation and which won't negatively affect received signals ? Something like a discharge protection and if so where should I install it?

looking forward to your comments. Have a nice weekend.

73
Saki, DD5XX