Loop Assembly
To assemble the feed loop onto the boom you will need the following parts.
2 feed loop ends
1 long 7/16 tube
2 short 7/16 tube
1 insulator
8-32 x 1 bolt
8-32 x 2 bolt
8-32 nuts and lock washers
Mount the insulator on the Boom at the second hole from the rear of the antenna using the 8-32 x 2
inch bolt. Attach the two short 7/16 tubes to the insulator using the 8-32 x 1 inch bolt thru the holes
in the ends of the tubes. Go ahead and tighten the nuts but do not crush the tubes.
Mount the long 7/16 tube to the third hole from the rear of the boom using a longer 8-32 x 2-1/4
bolt, half washer and element saddle.
8-32 x 2-1/4
half washer
element saddle
8-32 x 2
8-32 Nut
#8 split washer
#8 split washer
8-32 Nut
8-32 x 1
#8 split washer
8-32 Nut