[TowerTalk] Relay Box on Tower

[Gene Smar]

Mike:

I would install lightning arrestors on each of the coax lines coming into the box from antennas. These will protect the switch should an antenna be connected during a strike.


73 de
Gene Smar AD3F


On 03/18/13, john at kk9a.com wrote:

I would definitely mount whatever box you choose at the BASE of the tower.
I would also recommend installing MOVs in the relays.

John KK9A


To: "towertalk at contesting.com"
Subject: [TowerTalk] Relay Box on Tower
From: rfman45 <rfman45 at hotmail.com>


I am looking to install a remote antenna relay switch box (Rat Pack,
etc.) to
choose antennas at my tower. I would like to hear your opinions
especially on
the service life of them versus lightning-induced surges, etc. Is there
anything you've found that I should know? I lost one a couple of years
ago and
I'm looking to avoid that as best I can. I lurk here 99% of the time
and
appreciate the group's generosity in sharing knowledge. Thank you in
advance
for any thoughts you can offer.

Mike W2LO


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