[TowerTalk] Tram rope

[john at kk9a.com]

Is there a formula and example of how much force is really on a tram line?

John KK9A

To: towertalk at contesting.com
Subject: [TowerTalk] Tram rope
From: Dennis OConnor
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2006 04:27:04 -0800 (PST)

Let me second Dave's comment... Using rope for a tram line, or small 
diameter
cable is asking for a crash... I also use only 1/4" EHS...  Because the tram
line is pulled into a caternary shape the total forces on it are far greater
than just the weight of the beam...


denny / k8do