On 2/26/2014 1:32 PM, Mike Reublin NF4L wrote:
The current SteppIR manual still shows a Phillystran truss and 4 cable clamps
to secure it around the thimbles. My 4L from 2004 shows no sign of
deterioration. Or I don't know what to look for.
Texas towers sells end kits for the smaller sizes. They have 4
cable/saddle clamps, and an end cap. I don't remember if there is a
thimble or not. AFAIK The only way you are going to do the ends of the
two small sizes is the saddle clamps.
I don't believe they make Big Grips that small. At least I've never seen
any.
73
Roger (K8RI)
73, Mike NF4L
On Feb 26, 2014, at 10:38 AM, K7LXC@aol.com wrote:
I'm going to be using Phillystran Cable .22 size and am not able to use
the "Big Grip" on a couple of the ends & was wondering if a standard
"guy wire clamp" can be used and what is the recommended configuration?
It appears that DX Engr. recommends that guy wire clamps only be used on
.17 and smaller.
Yes, only on the smaller sizes since there's no Big Grip for them. The
factory does not recommend using cable clamps since over time the aramid
fibers will cold flow and reduce the strength of the Phillystran.
What's the reason why you can't use the Big Grips "on a couple of
ends"?
Cheers,
Steve K7LXC
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