On Sun, 4 May 2008, Bruce Bagwell wrote:
> OK guys, along this same line, I have a VHF all copper J-Pole and plan
> on building UHF all copper J-pole. Is common clear lacquer OK to
> prevent corrosion on the copper elements? I have used automotive type
> black silicone under 2" wide electrical tape to seal connections and
> the coax itself. The Coax to antenna connectors have been soldered to
> the copper tubing after finding best SWR. Other choices, Clear enamel,
> colored lacquer/enamel etc. Other stuff I have not even thought of?
> mainly just stop the copper from turning "green" but don't want to
> mess with the antenna in any way. This will be used beside my house
> and not at some far away repeater. Limited life is OK so long as I am
> aware of limitations.
Paint it any color but clear, copper, silver, or gold if you want to
remain the owner of it.
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Kris Kirby, KE4AHR <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
But remember, with no superpowers comes no responsibility.
--rly
