[TowerTalk] HST4-50 Heliax Message-ID:

[Ronald Zerr]

So the replies match the full range of what came to mind when I read the data sheet, the same one that Jim, K9YC, sent.

The cost to me is the 2 connector that go on the ends to provide me a 200ft uninterrupted run to the tower. I was planning on terminations being inside good Hoffman boxes rated for wash down. Location is not water-logged, its Tucson. It will be going into a trench, but it is easy to lay sand 1st and cover with same. The rocks where I am at are not large, and not super sharp.

I recall reading the Andrew's catalog and them indicating everything was capable of direct burial, but as others have mentioned, plenum rated makes me question it.

That said, more chatter may toss the decision, but real world experience will drive the decision

Ron Zerr
WT5RZ