Tv Antenna Mast Diy
And while it has proven to be very effective in many instances it lacks a certain cool factor.
Tv antenna mast diy. It is constructed of 2 lengths. To be used for ham radio antennas or wind turbines. An example is the 90628 ground pipe clamp by morris products. The reason being this prevents static from building up on your antenna or mast pole which should reduce the likely hood of a lightning strike.
The current metal tubing of the mast extends to 13 and the 27 fiberglass antenna sits on top. An antenna can then be placed at the top of the tower clear from the interference of trees or other obstacles. I have two trees that are in perfect alignment to run 265 feet so that i can cover 160 meters through 2 meters but my direction is se to nw. Tilting ham radio antenna tower part 2 the base duration.
One of the great things about digital television is also one of the not so great things. Smaller telescoping lengths were used to bring the original mast not seen in this video up to 35. Boost your reception with this monster homemade antenna. To bond a grounding wire to the antenna mast you can use either a ground strap or pipe clamp.
Diy tv antenna plans abound on the internet. Marc in metcalfe 4 747 views. The antenna mast mounts to the frame s center pole with a 1 1 4 x 3 u bolt and some short sections of 1 2 x 1 iron or aluminum channel. And really cool factor is what you should be shopping for in an antenna anyway.
But a reliable outside tower can be made from an individual piece of aluminum or steel pipe secured to your rooftop or to the side of your residence. Build a 25 50 free standing tower detailed description you will receive the drawing package so you can build your own tilt up tower. When you get the signal it 39 s crystal clear. Most of them are variations on the original gray hoverman design.
Using a tv or radio antenna indoors will seldom lead to good reception. Cut the channel to about 4 in length. An alternative is a pipe clamp which is heavy duty and made of steel with serrated adapters.