[TowerTalk] Burying hardline question

[john at kk9a.com]

I have direct buried 1 5/8 hardline and it was underground for years with no 
issues.  Even if the outside plastic covering was damaged, I'm not sure that 
moisture would cause a problem.

John KK9A

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Subject: [TowerTalk] Burying hardline question
From: "Ray" <rayn6vr at cableone.net>
Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 13:34:20 -0700
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Is is OK to direct bury Andrew's 7/8" and/or CATV 75 ohm hardline?

I do have gophers in the area and don't know first, if hardline can be
direct buried, and second, if the gophers will chew on the outside covering
material. If they do, I don't think they can get through the outer copper or
aluminum shield, but it would open a path for water intrusion.

Tnx,

Ray, N6VR