[TowerTalk] Schedule 40 pipe

[jimlux]

Roger wrote:
> On 9/27/2010 4:47 PM, Mike Keener wrote:
>> All,
>> My Wetstamp for a Rohn 25G calls for # pieces Schedule 40 pipe W/6" OD at 11.5', I had requested these measurements because I have Grandchildren
>> in the back yard, so I need the guys above the deck.
>>   I am having a problem finding the above pipe in the san diego area.
> 
> Have you checked with the metal supply houses.  I think they are 
> referring to structural steel and mot water pipe.  Structural steel tube 
> comes in both schedule 40 and 80 just like water pipe, but the alloy is 
> different, much stronger and more flexible.
> 
>> Is there any one out there who may have a good POC for 3 used pieces in this area.
> 
> My local metal supply places keep it in stock along with Aluminum tube 
> so I'd think the commercial suppliers out there would also have it. OTOH 
> they may not want to bother with just 3 pieces about 16' long.
> 
>
Sure.. they'll have it in 20+ foot lengths, and cut it to size for you. 
  You might have to pay for the whole sticks (if you get lucky, they'll 
have a 22-23 foot length, and cutting it in half gets you the needed 11 
footers)