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This mounting pipe must be permanently mounted in the ground, preferably in a concrete base 2
feet by 2 feet by 4 feet deep (with gravel below for drainage). The antenna system requires this type
of mounting to help withstand the lateral forces present on the
antenna during wind conditions and when operating the pivot
function. Make the hole deep enough to accommodate at least 4
feet of pipe and 4 to 6 inches of gravel at the bottom for
drainage. Set the mounting pipe on the gravel, use the concrete
to fill around the pipe per the concrete instructions. Fill the hole
until the concrete is level with the ground around it. Use a level
on the mounting pipe as you fill the hole to be sure the mounting
pipe is vertically straight.
Your location, landscape and ground conditions may require
different mounting solutions in order to have the steel
mounting pipe and the vertical antenna in a secure position.
Note: Galvanized steel, rather than aluminum, is much
more suitable for mounting in concrete. Aluminum
will quickly corrode due to incompatibility with the
materials used to make concrete.
Coaxial Cable to Mounting Pipe
The coaxial cable should be routed to the base of the antenna system and be buried below the radial
system. PVC Conduit pipe may be used to house the coaxial cable. Bury the cable 6" to 12" below
ground level.
