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Assembling the Vertical Sections
Note: JTL-12555 Jet-Lube
™
SS-30 Anti-Oxidant should be used between all antenna element
sections. Jet-Lube
™
SS-30 is an electrical joint compound to affect a substantial
electrical connection between metal parts such as telescoping aluminum tubing or
other antenna pieces. It ensures high conductivity at all voltage levels by displacing
moisture and preventing corrosion or oxidation. Jet-Lube
™
SS-30 must be used on all
element clamps and stainless steel threaded hardware to provide good electrical
contact, prevent galling, allowing easier disassembly and to ensure proper tightening.
The vertical sections of the
DXE-7580FS-VA3
consists of 17 sections of custom engineered 6063
corrosion-resistant aluminum tubing ranging in size from 4" OD to 1/2" OD. The 4" OD section was
already mounted in the Pivot Base Assembly in an earlier assembly step.
It is suggested that the vertical elements be laid out in a line according to size on a flat surface for
ease of assembly. Once all the parts are assembled, the vertical sections should be supported with
either saw horses, chairs or other suitable structures.
When all the vertical element sections are assembled, they will be mated to the Pivot Base
Assembly.
Locate the parts needed for the vertical element assembly:
Vertical Elements Assembly - Parts List
QTY
Description
QTY
Description
1
4.00” OD x 71.75” long, .25” wall, 5 drilled holes
2
5/16-18 x 5” Stainless Steel Hex Head Cap Screw
1
3.50” OD x 71.75” long, .25” wall, 8 drilled holes
2
5/16-18 x 4-1/4” Stainless Steel Hex Head Cap Screw
1
3.00" OD x 72" long, .120” wall, 8 drilled holes
8
5/16” Stainless Steel Flat Washer
1
2.75" OD x 48" long, .120” wall, 4 drilled holes
4
5/16-18 Stainless Steel Nyloc Hex Nut
1
2.75" OD x 48" long, .120” wall, 8 drilled holes
2
1/4-20 x 3-1/2” Stainless Steel Hex Head Cap Screw
1
2.5" OD x 72" long, .120” wall, 8 drilled holes
2
1/4-20 x 3-1/4” Stainless Steel Hex Head Cap Screw
1
2.25" OD x 72" long, .120” wall, 8 drilled holes
2
1/4-20 x 3” Stainless Steel Hex Head Cap Screw
1
2" OD x 72" long, .120” wall, 4 drilled holes one end, slits one end
2
1/4-20 x 2-3/4” Stainless Steel Hex Head Cap Screw
1
1.75" OD x 72" long, .120” wall, slits on one end
1
1/4-20 x 1” Stainless Steel Hex Head Cap Screw
1
1.5" OD x 72" long, .120” wall, slits on both ends
18
1/4” Stainless Steel Flat Washer
1
1.25" OD x 36" long, .058” wall, slits on one end
8
1/4-20 Stainless Steel Nyloc Hex Nut
1
1.125" OD x 36" long, .058” wall, slits on one end
2
1/4-20 Stainless Steel Hex Nut
1
1" OD x 36" long, .058” wall, slits on one end
3
1/4” Stainless Steel External Star Washer
1
0.875" OD x 36" long, .058” wall, slits on one end
2
DXE-ECL-2000 Stainless Steel Element Clamp - 2”
1
0.75" OD x 36" long, .058” wall, slits on one end
3
DXE-ECL-1750 Stainless Steel Element Clamp - 1-3/4”
1
0.625" OD x 36" long, .058” wall, slits on one end
3
DXE-ECL-1500 Stainless Steel Element Clamp - 1-1/2”
1
0.50" OD x 36" long, .058” wall, slits on one end
3
DXE-ECL-1250 Stainless Steel Element Clamp - 1-1/8” to 1-1/4”
1
DXE-ECL-1000 Stainless Steel Element Clamp - 1”
2
DXE-ECL-0875 Stainless Steel Element Clamp - 3/4” to 7/8”
1
DXE-ECL-0625 Stainless Steel Element Clamp - 5/8”
1
Black Vinyl Cap for 1/2" OD Tube
Note: The 4" OD x 72" long, 0.120" wall thickness base antenna section has already been installed
on the Pivot Base Assembly.
