[TowerTalk] Lexan for 6M Antenna

kd4e kd4e at verizon.net
Sun Jun 25 10:40:21 EDT 2006


>  I'm building a 6 meter yagi and I'm insulating the elements from the boom.
> my plans are to use a U bolt with saddle around the boom, then use lexan
> fastened to the saddle with the 1/2 inch element then fastened to the
> lexan. The question I have is who is a good source for lexan? I did a
> search on MCMASTER-CARR web page http://www.mcmaster.com/ for lexan and I
> found POLYCARBONATE Sheets 1/4 inch thick PN 85805 K28
> Will this be strong enough? will it hold up under UV ? They have other to
> choose from, so is their a better choice?
> Tnx for ur help Ed N5BLZ

Lowes & Home Depot stock Lexan.  Not sure if they stock
the desired 1/4" thickness.

The local independent hardware store here carries
nylon and delrin stock as I recall.  You might try
a place like that.

Perhaps a plumbing supply house?

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Thanks! & 73, doc kd4e
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