[TowerTalk] Connecting Flat Copper to 5/8" Ground Rod

[Scott]

Hello Ray,

The grounding system is definately not a place to skimp. Its what protects your radios, and really your entire home, from lightning. My tower gets hit directly on average three times a year (a hill off of lake erie). Yet i have never lost a single component. Ever. Thats the value of a good ground system. 

I recommend buying the Polyphasor grounding book. It will tell you exactly how to install a great system including the most important part - a single point ground.  You are on the right track with copper strap and ground rods. DXE carries Polyphasor parts and their parts and service are excellent. Another source to compare costs is Harger.  

Best regards,
Scott W3TX

On Oct 13, 2013, at 5:47 PM, Ray Benny <rayn6vr at cableone.net> wrote:

Has anyone come up with a way to connect flat copper straps to ground rods?
DXXE sells copper clamps w/ hardware, but at $35 a pop, I hoping that there
is a more reasonable way to get the job done.

My copper strap is 2" wide, by 6ft, and about 18 ga, but not sure.

Tnx,

Ray,
N6VR
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