Hi Ford,
I think the gray stuff used for electrical wiring applications may be UV
stable.
Also, I recall the solar water heater system for my Aunt's pool in Florida used
PVC pipe much of which was above ground in direct Florida sunlight.
Mike, W4EF.....................
----- Original Message -----
From: "Ford Peterson" <ford@cmgate.com>
To: <Towertalk@contesting.com>
Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2001 1:26 PM
Subject: [TowerTalk] PVC and UV
>
> I looked at Rick Karlquist's posting of pictures today with great interest.
> My concern it the use of PVC throughout. I have no documentation to
> demonstrate my fears.
>
> I have used PVC for many antenna projects. It's an antenna maker's dream
> material. However, does the fact that PVC is subject to UV (ultra violet
> light) degradation disturb anybody but me. I am certain it will hold up for
> a couple of years and will stand there just fine for a couple of more.
> However, how many years can you wait before having to take it down and
> replace the PVC? Again, it will stand there undisturbed for some time.
> Taking it down after a few years really bothers me.
>
> Ford-N0FP
> ford@cmgate.com
>
>
>
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