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(updated 3 May 2023)
W8IO
Ham Roof
Towers
Model IO-815HD Models IO-810 and IO-810HD Model IO-610 and IO-610HD Model IO-45HD, IO-45 and IO-45LT
W8IO Ham roof towers have been shipped to and are in use in these cities:
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WHO IS W8IO?
Follow this link to find out: W8IO
Wind Area:
Calculations for the IO-810 roof tower.
Helpful References:
"Match your Antenna to your Tower", Roger Cox WB0DGF, Ham Radio Magazine, June 1984
"Practical Application of Wind-Load Standards to Yagi Antennas: Part 1", Stuart E. Bonney K5PB, QEX Jan/Feb 1999, pp 46-50
"Practical Application of Wind-Load Standards to Yagi Antennas: Part 2", Stuart E. Bonney K5PB, QEX Mar/Apr 1999, pp 44-49
"Tower Tips" a compilation of many tower tips from various authors
How to Strengthen your Roof with Collar Ties
The Mathmatics of Rafter and Collar Ties
contact Roger: email to
RGCOX2 (at) GMAIL.COM
Roger Cox, W8IO (ex-WB0DGF) - Spring Lake, MI 49456
mirror websites: w8io.com and wb0dgf.com