Nate,
The Jan issue of CQ CONTEST had an article by Steve,
KC2X showing how he used an aluminum pickup truck box
for a weather-proof common ground entry point system.
Pretty slick way to do it. If you don't have access
to the magazine, Email me your address and I'll send
you a copy of the article.
73, Stew K3ND
--- Nathaniel Gates <n8rit@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> Hello everyone,
>
> I hope that this is an appropriate question for this
> reflector.
>
> I want to start building my ground panel outside
> where
> all my coax cables will enter the house. I had
> planned on using a copper sheet perhaps 24" x 24"
> mounted on 1/4" plywood to hold all of my lightning
> protection.
>
> I had also thought of mounting this in a water tight
> box, but do not know if this is appropriate or what
> type of box should be used. Also should this be
> tied
> in with the ground where the power enters into the
> house or should it remain separate? Most
> importantly,
> am I on the right track? I want to get this right
> the
> first time.
>
> TIA
>
> Nate
> N8RIT
>
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