At 09:43 AM 11/19/2004, Jim Brown wrote: Gentlemen, I'm doing some reasearch for an applications note I'm preparing on power and grounding for audio and video systems, and wanted to mention the use o
I can see both side of the issue... But, were I Hector, the offense that I would have taken would be with the generic term "Mexican". I can't tell a Mexican from a Cuban from a Honduran from any othe
Hi all: I'm pretty sure that I have a hardpan, most likely limestone, about 5 feet down from the surface. The problem is that the spec sheet calls for a 5X5X6 1/2' pour. This is for a U.S. Towers TX-
I have no "scientific" proof that these things work, but I'd bet on it: Re: fiberglass dust, etc.... 1) rub exposed skin with cornstarch prior to generating or being exposed to any dust, the theory b
You local pest-control company can provide you with stuff that comes in tubes that fit in a caulking gun, which is applied in a bead to ledges, etc., used to keep pigeons, 'gulls, etc., from roosting
If I interpret what you are saying correctly, you're going to need a seriously large neutral conductor between the shack and the mains panel... if a strike occurs to the antenna, and it's looking for
Here is an unfortunate example of what can happen when those who can provide technical expertise fail to do so: http://ethics.tamu.edu/ethics/tvtower/tv3.htm As the URL would indicate, it's a page di
There was a thread some months back about conductive concrete, i.e. such as is used in cold climates to allow passing current through to melt ice. I expressed some dismay at the thought of having suc
(Red: most of the time, my posts don't show up on the list, reasons unknown, please forward this to the list for me if it doesn't. Thanks) I locate water leaks for a living, all day, 5 days a week...
There's some interesting ancient information including 2,4, and 6 wire open lines (and MUCH other stuff) freely available here: http://www.lulu.com/product/download/radio-antenna-engineering/188777 "
I don't think you could find any competent engineer that would say "fill it with concrete to make it stronger", and be willing to sign off on it...he or she would specify something that wouldn't fail
I routinely bust through concrete slabs with a 16 lb. sledgehammer, and fairly quickly, too. Usually. The big "but" is that if the concrete is thicker than typical, ~5-6", the hammer will bounce. Lit
(Mod- I hope this post is OK here, if not, please delete it with my apologies) When I purchased my used TX-489MDPL, the previous owner included a brand-new T-base, which I used when I installed the t
Hans: I am not conversant in the requirements of the NEC or any other electrical codes, but, be advised that in many/most/all installations, the copper (or galvanized) plumbing pipe of the home may w
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Things vary widely by area, and who it is that's making the decisions. I had a bit of a LARGE issue back in the early 90's...somebody that had a badge and a patrol car was a bit of non-friendly...sti
This is a pisser, too... you can't go outside, or drive down the street, without seeing wooden poles with jumbo voltages on 'em... but people don't understand THAT...NIMBY... Not In My Back Yard... I
Thanks for your comments, Dave. People see something unfamiliar, and they *hate* it. Tampa is about an hour north of me, and their local electric company (not the one that supplies power to ME) "upsi
Jim: thanks much for your input... Things vary according to locality. I have never, ever considered earthquake or ice loads on my towers...not going to happen. If I *WAS" an engineer, nobody is gonna