[TowerTalk] Suitable mast material

[K7LXC@aol.com]

In a message dated 99-09-06 14:18:44 EDT, radio_9k2ub@yahoo.com writes:

> I wonder if a galvanized carbon steel pipe 1.9" OD schedule 80 be
>  strong enough for supporting 2 HF stacked arrays in a not so windy
>  area?
>  ( But sometimes, rarely, the wind picks up & pose a real threat to the
>  poor antenna & inflict fear in the heart of the antenna owner).

       Maybe. What high windpseed would you like the system to survive and 
what spacing are you proposing for the two Force 12 antennas?

Cheers,   Steve   K7LXC
Tower Tech 

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