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Make Your Tower Dream a Reality!
Antenna Towers for Radio Amateurs is full of practical information for anyone who’s ever considered installing a tower, or who’s in the process of installing a tower. Don Daso, K4ZA, a professional tower climber with years of experience, leads you through the process of designing and building your own tower. You’ll also learn the skills, tools, climbing techniques, and safety measures necessary to improve your antenna system.
This book guides you through the installation process in its entirety, from selecting a tower, digging the base, and pouring concrete, to installing the tower, antenna, and accessories. Included are tips for working with rope and pulleys, guy wires, and associated hardware. You’ll also learn proper procedures for taking down existing towers, conducting inspections, and performing maintenance. Whether you aspire to climb and work on an antenna tower yourself, or hire a professional, Antenna Towers for Radio Amateurs is your guide to success!
Contents:
Introduction
Basic Tower Types
In the Air: The Realities of Climbing
Tower Bases and Guy Anchors
The Tower Itself
Installing Tower Accessories
Working with Cranes and Lifts
Getting Antennas Up in the Air
Coaxial Cables and Connections
Inspections and Maintenance
Putting It All Together
Insurance
Working with Professionals
…and more!
From the Publisher
Publisher : ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® (November 1, 2010)
Language : English
Paperback : 176 pages
ISBN-10 : 0872590941
ISBN-13 : 978-0872590946
Item Weight : 13.8 ounces
Dimensions : 8.25 x 0.5 x 10.75 inches
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Customers find the book’s information good, complete, and thorough. They also say it’s a great reference manual and worth the price. Readers describe the book as eye-opening and overwhelming, providing a good background on what to expect before putting up a tower.
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