The problem with using copper pipe is:
# 1 the joints are only soldered. Solder is not good for a large surge
current. You need a good mechanical connection! Solder does not fall into
this category!
# 2 is the turns that you put into the "cable". The Motorola R-56
specification is 8" minimum bend. This may be an NEC code too. Lightning
does not like sharp bends.
#3. You want large current carrying capacity. I would # 2 copper. Just as
cheap as 1 inch copper pipe and easier to work with and connect.
Good luck and stick with what works.
10 of thousands of wireless installations can't be wrong.
Pay a visit to a wireless site if you see someone working in one....They
most likely will take the time to give you the 5 cent tour. Especially a
site that houses a switch AKA MSO(Master Switching Office).
When "they" are protecting that much revenue earning potential, (wireless
minuets) there is LOTS! of grounding!!
73
Jim W7RY
Motorola
----- Original Message -----
From: Bill Otten <res0958z@verizon.net>
To: <towertalk@contesting.com>
Sent: Wednesday, January 02, 2002 12:41
Subject: [TowerTalk] copper pipe for SPG connect??
|
| I've looked through the archives and haven't found the answer yet....has
| anyone used or considered the use of 1" copper pipe to run to connect up
an
| SPG system? I have about a 75' run from my backyard tower along the side
| yard of the house to the power company ground. Along that path I would
pass
| the bulkhead entrance for my station. The 75' run of 1" copper pipe would
be
| about $75. How comparable would the pipe be to the 1 1/2" copper strap.
Cost
| is about the same. Any pros or cons to using the pipe? This is the 1"
copper
| 'blue' label pipe (a bit thicker in wall thickness than the 'red'?)
|
|
| thanks in advance.......
|
| Bill (KC9CS)
|
|
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