Anyone know what those green wires are on each RR cross tie?

73, and thanks,
Dave (NK7Z)
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On 6/5/20 12:28 PM, Edward T. Tanton wrote:
WOW!!! That was so-o-o neat!!!

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Hey Jim,


If you think Cad-Welding a ground rod is fun to watch, take a look at
thermite welding of railroad tracks:


www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uxsFglz2ig


73
Frank
W3LPL

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On 6/5/2020 10:23 AM, Chris Waldrup wrote:
This is probably overkill for QRP but I wanted to do it right like we used
to do in broadcast.

The primary purpose of grounding bonding has NOTHING to do with radio --
it's for LIGHTNNG PROTECTION!


On 6/5/2020 10:46 AM, Walter Underwood wrote:
Cad-weld seems a easier than the other approach described. It is more
robust against corrosion, plus it is fun.

Yes, it certainly is fun! I summoned my XYL and the neighbor's kid to
watch. :)

73, Jim K9YC
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