In a message dated 1/8/03 7:43:53 AM Pacific Standard Time, Dshmkat@aol.com
writes:
> What can you use to get that smooth shinny look on aluminum if you get a
> piece that has not been through the process?
Shiny schminy - it's oxidation. You can clean off the oxidized layer with
an abrasive pad but as soon as it's exposed to oxygen, it'll get a new
oxidized layer on it.
The only place where you do want a nice, clean shiny spot is where the
aluminum-to-aluminum joint is (be sure to use an antioxidant there). Other
than that, it's primarily an aesthetic (or psychological) problem and only
has minor implications to antenna performance.
Cheers,
Steve K7LXC
TOWER TECH -
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