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Re: [TowerTalk] Do I need an insulator on the ends of my dipole?

To: john@kk9a.com, towertalk@contesting.com
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Do I need an insulator on the ends of my dipole?
From: "Richard (Rick) Karlquist" <richard@karlquist.com>
Date: Fri, 26 Jun 2020 21:08:51 -0700
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Another problem with nylon rope is that when exposed to sunlight,
it turns to powder within a few months, as if being biodegradable
were a feature.

Rick N6RK

On 6/26/2020 8:34 PM, john@kk9a.com wrote:
I always use an insulator in my dipoles. One might say what is the harm of
using an inexpensive insulator however it appears that you are trying to be
as stealth as possible so I am guessing that you just do not want to see
one. I am not sure what voltage is on the dipole ends, maybe 750 peak?  The
trouble with nylon rope is that it holds moisture and minerals which are
conductive.  Perhaps there is a heavy duty fishing line or maybe even
weedwacker string that could be used as an insulated support line.

John KK9A
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