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The Optional Radial Plate
A stainless steel Radial Plate is an ideal option for the radial system that is needed for the
Butternut
®
HF6V vertical antenna. The radial plate can be set on the ground. When the antenna is
installed, run a short piece of copper strap from the radial plate to the lower connection of coil Q
mounted on tube (A) of the HF6V or the optional
BUT-MPS
Mounting Post Sleeve. In either case,
a ground wire attachment from the lower tube (A) to the Radial Plate should be made to ensure a
good RF connection.
Radial Plate shown installed.
Aluminum Tubing Information
When assembling any telescoping aluminum tubing sections you should take the following steps:
1. Make sure the edges are smooth and not sharp. Deburring may be necessary, since burrs and
shavings can occur on seams as well as edges. All surfaces need to be completely smooth to
allow easy assembly of tubing sections.
Caution
Aluminum tubing edges can be very sharp.
Take precautions to ensure you do not get accidentally cut.
The raised particles and shavings that appear when the aluminum tubing is machined are
referred to as burrs, and the process by which they are removed is known as deburring.
The aluminum tubing supplied with this antenna is machine cut on both ends and machine slit
on one end. You should further assure that there are no ragged edges or protrusions.
