What can be used for antenna pole?
Folks, antenna masts can be steel or aluminum or whatever; as I said the antennas are designed so that the mast has little or no effect on them.
What size is antenna pole?
Most antennas will work with masts from 1.25″ OD to 1.5″ OD. Some will work with thicker or thinner masts but if you stay within those ranges you’ll generally be fine.
What is a mast for a TV antenna?
A mast is a ground-based or rooftop structure that supports antennas at a height where they can satisfactorily send or receive radio waves. Typical masts are of steel lattice or tubular steel construction.
How do I secure my antenna mast?
Raise the antenna mast to its vertical position. Push the mast into the end of each of the brackets. Using the screwdriver, tighten down the pre-installed clamps on the ends of the brackets to secure the mast in position. Ensure each screw on the clamps and wall brackets are snug tight.
Can I use PVC pipe as an antenna mast?
bottom line, if the bending stresses are low and the microcracks don’t grow big, PVC should work okay as an antenna mast.
How tall can an antenna mast be?
However, to avoid overstressing the chimney, do not mount the antenna more than 10 feet above the top of the chimney. If the height of the antenna must exceed 10 feet to receive satisfactory signals, the mast must be properly guyed.
What kind of antenna do I need for local channels?
UHF/VHF rated antennas should be used to receive the most important channels (ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, etc.)
What is the best height for an outdoor TV antenna?
30 feet
It would be best to have your antenna placed 30 feet above ground level to give you the clearest over-the-air connection with a tower. For those looking for that height, outdoor antennas are usually a good place to start. You’ll want an amplified antenna if you’re 30 or more miles away from your local broadcast tower.
Does an antenna pole have to be metal?
According to the NCE, all antenna masts have to be grounded to the earth directly. You should be using copper round wire and clamps to assist you with your work. As I said before, there are different rules in different part of the country, but the basics are still the same and can be followed anywhere.