In my experience, if an element bends slightly, it can be straightened and
is still useful. If it is bent more than about 10 degrees the aluminum will
be weakened and probably should be replaced.
73, Keith NM5G
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[mailto:towertalk-bounces@contesting.com] On Behalf Of Robert Thain
Sent: Monday, October 09, 2006 4:02 AM
To: towertalk@contesting.com
Subject: [TowerTalk] Redressing / straightening aluminium elements.
Hello,
I've just checked the archives and was surprised not to find any info on
this topic (Its happened to us all, right ?) .....
I have acquired a Hygain beam, which took a tumble (that is why I have it).
Quite a few of the elements are bent, mainly the tips where they join the
next section.
What is a good way to redress them.
I do not think 'just bending them back in the other direction' is a possible
solution. Because I am sure they would not bend in the correct place and it
could also snap them due repeated bending in the same place.
Would heating them, help (to make the metal softer ?)
Your comments are most welcome.
Thanks
Robert g0hgw(at)yahoo.com (at) = @
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