On 2013-10-31 13:27, Edward wrote:
Here's what has worked for me. I have a 70' crank up somewhat
overloaded. Numerous antennas incl several for VHF and UHF.
I would say I have about 10 feed lines coming down to include several
runs of LMR 600.
I use KF7P products. At the top I use the 90 degree stand off and
secured the feed lines with tape and wire ties, which takes the load
off
In each section below I have the standoffs with large rings, guiding
the feed lines. It collects nicely at the bottom, forming a couple of
large loops.
I use ultraflex at the top only for rotor loop purposes. This system
has worked well for me.
73,
Ed NI6S
I have a similar situation and solution that has worked similarly.
RG-218 (like LMR900) and rotor cable, SteppIR cable, misc coaxes
all taped together. Very stiff. Forms very large loops on the
ground. At the top I have a pipe with Kellems grips to hold
the coax, so the coax arm at the top is not supporting the weight.
From the top of the RG-218, there is a short run of Buryflex
wrapped around the mast up to the antenna.
On the coax arms, I bent the loops open so they have the shape
of a "U". I then completed the circle by slipping the correct
size rubber hose over the ends of the "U". The rubber hose was
stuff I got at the auto store for gasoline. Now I have a very
roomy loop to let the cables dangle in. This is on a 106 ft crankup.
Rick N6RK
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