[TowerTalk] How high should my Tower be for 10-20 Meters?

[Joe Subich, K4IK]

Nathaniel, 

Many years ago when I was in Columbus my studies indicated 
one wanted to be around 50 to 55 feet for reasonable minimum 
performance on 20 meters (I don't believe one gets enough bang 
for the buck putting a 20 meter yagi much below 50').  

That said, I would not trust either American or Rohn 25 
without guys at any height.  Look at a tower designed for 
free standing service like the Trylon Titan.  For a small 
tribander (C-3, etc.). With the minimal windload requirements 
in your area, one of the lighter duty Trylon towers at 48 or 
56' would be an excellent solution. 

73, 

   ... Joe, K4IK 


> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-towertalk@contesting.com
> [mailto:owner-towertalk@contesting.com]On Behalf Of Nathaniel Gates
> Sent: Thursday, July 26, 2001 12:19 PM
> To: towertalk@contesting.com
> Subject: [TowerTalk] How high should my Tower be for 10-20 Meters?
> 
> 
> 
> I am considering erecting a 30' tower of either
> American (Dill) or Rohn 25G.  First, is 30' tall
> enough?  I live in Trotwood, Ohio (not far from where
> the Dayton Hamvention is held) and have been given a
> mandate by my wife... "No Guy Wires"!  To my
> understanding, Rohn 25 does not need to be guyed if
> shorter than 40'.  That's my second question.  Did I
> understand the spec correctly.  Thanks in advance for
> your responses.
> 
> Nathaniel Gates, N8RIT
> 
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