[TowerTalk] Guy wire strength

[K7LXC@aol.com]

In a message dated 99-02-19 06:34:49 EST, aseabolt@mail.lumpkin.k12.ga.us
writes:

<< Can anyone tell me the strength of 1/4 EHS and 3/16 EHS guy wire?
  >>

      Ultimate breaking strength for the 1/4 inch EHS is 6700 pounds; 3/16 EHS
is 3990 pounds. Tension should be 10% of UBS.

Cheers,  Steve    K7LXC

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