In a message dated 8/7/01 12:04:42 PM Pacific Daylight Time, adb1x1@yahoo.com
writes:
> I have a question. I noted that Texas Towers has
> several "strengths" of Phil1ystran. How do you gauge
> what you need? I have a 50' Aluma tower which will
> have a relatively light quad. Is 1200# enough? Any
> help will be appreciated!
The part number of the Phillystran corresponds to the ultimate breaking
strength of EHS cables. For instance, the breaking strength of 3/16" EHS is
4000 pounds; the equivalent Phillystran is HPTG4000. Texas Towers carries the
littlest stuff up thru 5/16" EHS equivalents.
Cheers, Steve K7LXC
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