In a message dated 97-08-14 13:15:56 EDT, wb4mnf@atl.org writes:
> I've been reading on the list all the
> stuff about guys and was wondering about using some 40%
> copper clad solid steel for the upper set so they may also be part
> of an 80m antenna.
Using guy wires for slopers is a traditionally used good idea. I think
the lengths are a little different due to the size of the wire but I don't
know how much or which way. TowerTalkians?
DO NOT use anything but factory specified EHS (Extra High Strength)
steel guy cable. It's like using water pipe for a mast - it's not rated for
strength and WILL break at a very inconvenient time with typically
disasterous results.
The LXC Tower Construction Prime Directive is "DO what the manufacturer
specifies".
73, Steve K7LXC
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