Thanks to all who responded.
I think I will run Phillystran from the tower out to a point where I pass the
lowest yagi and transition to EHS from there, plus ground the EHS portion.
73's
NJ0F
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> On May 3, 2015, at 6:07 PM, Andre VanWyk <kr5dx@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> I am about to start construction on my new 165ft Rohn 55G rotating tower. My
> anchors are 180ft out from the base.
>
> My question is: Just how much is using Phillystrand cable buying me versus
> using EHS cable broken up with insulators?
>
> I don't want to cut corners on this installation but the cost on the EHS is
> far lower than Philly and I am sure the lifespan is much longer too.
>
> How about using Philly for 50% out from the tower bearings and then EHS for
> the remaining 50% down towards the anchors?
>
> Any comments / thoughts would be appreciated.
>
> 73's
> NJ0F
>
> Sent from my iPad
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