I'm trying to prepare for the arrival of a hexbeam. I'll be getting a ROHN 9H50 (about 30 ft. high) telescoping mast to support the hex. I'm uncertain if I should place the rotator at the top or bottom. I would have to get something along the lines of a Yaesu G 450 if I intend to rotate the entire mast. I could use a cheap Radio Shack rotator if I place it at the antenna, but that would increase the chances of the mast succumbing to inclement weather when once considers the additional weight of the rotator at the top.
I am assuming that the guy rings on the ROHN freely turn so that the mast can be rotated.
The hex is about 20 to 25 lbs.
Please provide opinions.
Thank you.
I am assuming that the guy rings on the ROHN freely turn so that the mast can be rotated.
The hex is about 20 to 25 lbs.
Please provide opinions.
Thank you.