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Re: [TowerTalk] lightning arrester suggesstions

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Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] lightning arrester suggesstions
From: "Jim Lux" <jim@luxfamily.com>
Date: Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:02:14 -0500
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Except that last time I checked (a few years ago), Polyphaser's units were NOT 
listed Antenna Discharge Units.
For example, the popular 098-10113G-A surge protector is not labeled as a 
listed ADU. Nor is the fancier "HEMP tested" GPS band device.

Which PP products are listed devices?



On Sun, 14 Dec 2025 12:27:47 -0500, "Martin A. Flynn" <maflynn@theflynn.org> 
wrote:

Whatever is selected, a valid UL listing is a must, and install it per
NEC 810 and the manufacturers instructions.

All of our commercial sites use polyphasers per the insurance underwriter.

On 12/14/2025 12:15 PM, wa9wsj via TowerTalk wrote:

73 Martin
W2RWJ
> Hello Gents,
>
> I've been asked to help with a vhf/uhf station installation. I was asked 
> "what type, model etc of lightning arrester should I use"? The antenna is 
> only a fiberglass dual band vertical and will not be above the tree tops.
>
> This gent lives in the mountains/forest of Idaho.
> I've never used one, I just disconnect coax when storms are predicted, but 
> can't expect him to do the same.
>
> So, what are the prevailing thoughts/suggestions about this?
>
> Thanks so much!
>
> 73
>
> Tom wa9wsj
>
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