Warren,
On the radials, have a look at this:
http://www.cebik.com/fdim/fdim4.html
As for ground rods: If the ones you mention are for the radials only
and not for DC or lightning, they are unnecessary. You need only enough
vertical metal in the ground to hold the radial in position...73, Kelly
/ K5KTD.
On May 19, 2005, at 12:25 AM, WarrenWolff@aol.com wrote:
> Greetings TTalkers,
>
> I just heard from a friend who lives at Lake Havasu City
> AZ where I will be moving fairly soon.
>
> We were having an exchange, and I mentioned the seven (or
> maybe more) 20 foot radials with 8 foot ground rods each 10
> feet. These are planned at the base of my 70 ft tower. I also
> plan five similar radials at my SPG.
>
> Well, my friend advises that none of his ground rods went
> deeper than 4 feet! Rocks!! I knew there were rocks, but
> not this bad.
>
> I have been led to believe that all I need to do is saw them off
> at whatever depth they go and zap them with one shots.
>
> Well, now, I am wondering if this means I should set twice
> as many ground rods at five foot intervals rather than10 ft?
>
> Comments plus experience, please.
>
> Regards,
> Warren Wolff;
> W5KKW; Extra Class;
> ARRL Life Member
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