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1. [Towertalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: jljarvis@abs.adelphia.net (jljarvis); Date: Sun, 31 Mar 2002 16:20:23 -0500; WY0V: The tubular material you purchased, marked sch40, is schedule 40 PIPE. You can get information on it in engineering handbooks. It's not overly strong, although it's plenty heavy. I have a 21' p; /archives//html/Towertalk/2002-03/msg00810.html (6,445 bytes)
2. [TowerTalk] Mast material (score: 1): Author: Alan AB2OS <ab2os@att.net>; Date: Wed, 26 May 2004 22:11:57 -0400; The chrome-moly tube that is sold specifically for masts is horrendously expensive, and one of the hams around here decided to use well-casing, which was far cheaper. Was that a false ecomomy? What d; /archives//html/Towertalk/2004-05/msg00526.html (7,686 bytes)
3. Re: [TowerTalk] Mast material (score: 1): Author: K7LXC@aol.com; Date: Wed, 26 May 2004 22:26:16 EDT; Yes, it's an investment-quality piece of steel but if it's what you need, you gotta have it. My own experience is that most guys that buy chromoly really don't need it. I've bought some steel alloy t; /archives//html/Towertalk/2004-05/msg00527.html (8,480 bytes)
4. RE: [TowerTalk] Mast material (score: 1): Author: "Al, N6TA" <n6ta@arrl.net>; Date: Wed, 26 May 2004 19:32:09 -0700; Consider reading the Dave Leeson book if you want to sleep well at night knowing that you quantified your risk before taking it. You can then listen to advice and grade it as you see fit. Al, N6TA Th; /archives//html/Towertalk/2004-05/msg00528.html (8,838 bytes)
5. Re: [TowerTalk] Mast material (score: 1): Author: Alan AB2OS <ab2os@att.net>; Date: Wed, 26 May 2004 22:42:59 -0400; What's the title of the Leeson book? Alan AB2OS On 05/26/04 10:32 pm Al, N6TA put fingers to keyboard and launched the following message into cyberspace: Consider reading the Dave Leeson book if you; /archives//html/Towertalk/2004-05/msg00529.html (7,942 bytes)
6. RE: [TowerTalk] Mast material (score: 1): Author: "Al, N6TA" <n6ta@arrl.net>; Date: Wed, 26 May 2004 19:56:15 -0700; Physical Design of Yagi Antennas It also covers wind, loads, masts, and some rotator considerations. Be prepared to think and learn as this is material derived from basic equations but will serve wel; /archives//html/Towertalk/2004-05/msg00531.html (8,788 bytes)
7. Re: [TowerTalk] Mast material (score: 1): Author: "VeeAthreePL @ CUIC . CA" <va3pl@cuic.ca>; Date: Wed, 26 May 2004 22:47:47 -0400; Try and ask steel dealer for tube/pipe made of 4130 material Andy - va3pl need, strong and what Notes if you Weather Stations", and lot's more. Call Toll Free, 1-800-333-9041 with any questions and a; /archives//html/Towertalk/2004-05/msg00565.html (9,975 bytes)
8. Re: [TowerTalk] Mast material (score: 1): Author: "Gene Smar" <ersmar@comcast.net>; Date: Thu, 27 May 2004 22:24:05 -0400; TT: I know Steve 'LXC offers Chrome Moly tubing material for masts, but I bought mine from Special Metals (Steve didn't sell masting at that time.) If you folks are interested, I'd suggest you check; /archives//html/Towertalk/2004-05/msg00576.html (12,185 bytes)
9. [TowerTalk] Mast Material (score: 1): Author: w7psk@w7psk.net; Date: Wed, 11 Oct 2006 11:56:44 -0400; Finally just ordered a new Glen Martin, rather than trying to find use. I also purchased the Yeasu GSM-065 Thrust Bearting (1 1/2 to 2 1/2). Now for the second part. Mast Material. Im not too savy on; /archives//html/Towertalk/2006-10/msg00334.html (6,793 bytes)
10. [TowerTalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: "Skip K3CC" <k3cc@verizon.net>; Date: Tue, 05 Aug 2008 14:28:31 -0400; During the past 20 years or so I've used heavy duty chain link fence post. size is 2 inch dia nom. 1 7/8" This is tough stuff,seamless, cheap amd easy to aquire. Try your local fence dealer for prici; /archives//html/Towertalk/2008-08/msg00127.html (6,902 bytes)
11. Re: [TowerTalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: "Roger (K8RI)" <K8RI-on-TowerTalk@tm.net>; Date: Tue, 05 Aug 2008 18:21:49 -0400; Are you sure it's seamless? I've been using it for my gin pole as well as other masting, but every piece I've seen so far has a neatly welded seam invisible from the outside but a pain if you want to; /archives//html/Towertalk/2008-08/msg00133.html (7,838 bytes)
12. Re: [TowerTalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: Richards <jruing@ameritech.net>; Date: Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:06:05 -0400; I wonder about this also... I have a client that is a fence company and they say it is all seamed pipe they use in fencing. Strong, but seamed. == Richards - K8JHR == == _____________________________; /archives//html/Towertalk/2008-08/msg00136.html (7,534 bytes)
13. Re: [TowerTalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: "Michael Ryan" <mryan001@tampabay.rr.com>; Date: Tue, 5 Aug 2008 23:17:15 -0400; I saw someone mention EMT conduit earlier...think it was Steve. I was over at HOME DEPOT over the weekend to pick up a couple of 10ft lengths to use as a temporary support for an antenna. The 10ft st; /archives//html/Towertalk/2008-08/msg00137.html (8,850 bytes)
14. Re: [TowerTalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: "Roger (K8RI)" <K8RI-on-TowerTalk@tm.net>; Date: Wed, 06 Aug 2008 01:09:50 -0400; Lordy, I think recently paid only $36 or $37 for 2" at the local Lowes I have runs of 1 1/2 and 2" for the coax in my shop. I use PVC outside. Roger (K8RI - ARRL Life Member) www.rogerhalstead.com N8; /archives//html/Towertalk/2008-08/msg00138.html (7,937 bytes)
15. Re: [TowerTalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: "Michael Ryan" <mryan001@tampabay.rr.com>; Date: Wed, 6 Aug 2008 01:39:01 -0400; Got the receipt right here....three lengths, out the door with tax ( no tip ), $158.96 - Mike over as Lordy, I think recently paid only $36 or $37 for 2" at the local Lowes I have runs of 1 1/2 and 2; /archives//html/Towertalk/2008-08/msg00139.html (8,909 bytes)
16. Re: [TowerTalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: jim Jarvis <jimjarvis@optonline.net>; Date: Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:58:03 -0400; EMT is intended to be bent, not for its structural strength. It's purpose is to contain and protect electrical wiring. Ease of bending and lightness of weight for transportation are key attributes. I; /archives//html/Towertalk/2008-08/msg00140.html (7,706 bytes)
17. Re: [TowerTalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: "Julio Peralta" <jperalta4@verizon.net>; Date: Wed, 06 Aug 2008 07:47:20 -0400; In my opinion fence top rail is a poor choice for mast material. Once a long time ago before the internet when I was trying to get information about stacking antennas I used a 20' piece of top rail t; /archives//html/Towertalk/2008-08/msg00145.html (9,708 bytes)
18. Re: [TowerTalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: "Julio Peralta" <jperalta4@verizon.net>; Date: Wed, 06 Aug 2008 07:51:22 -0400; A MEN Julio, W4HY EMT is intended to be bent, not for its structural strength. It's purpose is to contain and protect electrical wiring. Ease of bending and lightness of weight for transportation are; /archives//html/Towertalk/2008-08/msg00146.html (8,422 bytes)
19. Re: [TowerTalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: <k1xx@cfl.rr.com>; Date: Wed, 6 Aug 2008 11:45:55 -0400; Julio: I don't totally agree with all your statements regarding top rails. I've used them very successfully in the past. Since this goes back a few years, my memories a bit fuzzy. But, I seem to reca; /archives//html/Towertalk/2008-08/msg00147.html (8,666 bytes)
20. Re: [TowerTalk] mast material (score: 1): Author: "bill rubin" <brubin2010@gmail.com>; Date: Wed, 6 Aug 2008 11:16:44 -0500; DO THE MATH FIRST !! YOU WILL SEE THAT FENCE POST IS NOT SUFFICIENT. http://www.math.niu.edu/KARC/mast/ Bill N1HWC _______________________________________________ ____________________________________; /archives//html/Towertalk/2008-08/msg00151.html (9,888 bytes)

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