[TowerTalk] preventing icing

[Pete Smith]

There has been a recent discussion on the Force 12 reflector about the
effects of icing.  This stimulated my memory about some information posted
several years ago by K3ZJ that may be of interest.  Excerpts follow:

"N7CL notes the existence of a hydrophobic paint product formulated for
aluminum. His message was posted to the reflector.  This I found very
interesting, and I tracked it down : it is still available, now called
Vellox, sold by Vellox Corp., 100 Park St., Ayer, MA 01432 ph. (508)
772-6302.  Primer covers est. 350-400 sq.ft./gallon & currently costs $92.00
(discount for purchases of 25 or more gallons...). Top Coat covers est.
90-120 sq.ft./gallon & currently costs $77.00 (discount kicks in for 100 or
more gallons [!]).

...Spoke with the owner today and learned two additional
facts: formulation can be used on most materials, not just aluminum;
therefore can be used on steel (whether guy wires or tower itself).  Also,
not on price list but available is a kit of a pint of primer and container
of spray paint, estimated sufficient for 20-30 sq. ft coverage, that
retails for $40.  This might be about right for a contester's antenna
farm!"   

FYI

73, Pete Smith N4ZR

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