Abstract: An improved apparatus and method for encapsulating a single large MOV is shown. The MOV is sandwiched between aluminum contact plates. An epoxy fills the void space between the contact plates. A dielectric film encapsulates the entire sandwich. Soft films of aluminum foil or a deposition coating is used to cover the MOV surface to cure facial defects. An optional exterior case protects the MOV assemblies contained therein from short circuits due to dirt, grease or water build-up. The apparatus is designed to withstand over 100,000 amps of surge in a commercial up to 220 volt per phase secondary power system.

Abstract: Ionization clusters have a plurality of ionization points which act to dissipate lightning charges into the air and prevent a lightning strike. A tree-like structure has a central support tower. One ionization cluster is mounted to the top of the tower. Successive arrays of second, third and N tiers of ionization clusters are mounted to the tower. The resultant tree-like structure forms a bell-shaped force field of equal voltage potential during a lightning storm. The force field dissipates a lightning strike.