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(updated 14 July 2022)
The shop is undergoing some changes that will allow me to increase capacity and work through the winter.
We will be taking new tower orders in mid-August. Existing inquiries will be placed in a queue.
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