DX Engineering DXE-ATK65 Bedienungsanleitung

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65 Foot Telescoping

Aluminum Antenna Tubing Kit

DXE-ATK65

DXE-ATK65-INS-Rev 4

1200 Southeast Ave. - Tallmadge, OH 44278 USA

Phone: (800) 777-0703 ∙ Tech Support and International: (330) 572-3200

Fax: (330) 572-3279 ∙ E-mail: [email protected]

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Introduction

The DXE-ATK65 Aluminum Antenna Tubing Kit is constructed of twelve pieces of high quality

aluminum tubing with eleven Stainless Steel clamps. When fully assembled, the overall length is 65 feet.

Depending on your application, the length can easily be made shorter by telescoping the elements inward,

or removing element sections.

TheAluminum Antenna Tubing Kit is used to make various vertical antennas, or the basics for heavy duty

dipoles. Amateur Radio Operators love to experiment and this antennaelement stack is an ideal starting

point. The telescoping aluminum tubing sizes allow adjustment by the addition or removal of tubing

sections as length requirements dictate. Smaller diameter sizes are available from DX Engineering to make

a longer assembly. The Aluminum Antenna Tubing Kit is not designed tosupport other antennas, nor

should it be treated as if it were a tower support.

DX Engineering Type 6063-T832 drawn - not extruded - aluminum tubing in three foot and six foot

lengths with four slits at one end for fast reliable assembly. In this kit, the 2.125" OD tubing section has

slits at both ends and the 2" OD heavy wall (.120") section has no slits.

Rugged aluminum alloy6063 is most commonly used for seamless structural tube and pipe. It is popular

in structural use for both its high strength and great, longlasting appearance. Alloy 6063 provides great

resistance to general corrosion, including resistance to stress-corrosion cracking.

Eleven ofthe aluminum tubes in this kit are six feet inlength. The top tube in this kit is three feet in length.

Parts Included:

Quantity

DX Engineering

Part Number

Size

Wall

Thickness

Slit

Element

Length

DXE-AT-1244

0.875"

7/8"

.058"

One End

36"

DXE-AT-1209

1.000"

.058"

One End

72"

DXE-AT-1210

1.125"

1-1/8"

.058"

One End

72"

DXE-AT-1211

1.250"

1-1/4"

.058"

One End

72"

DXE-AT-1212

1.375"

1-3/8"

.058"

One End

72"

DXE-AT-1213

1.500"

1-1/2"

.058"

One End

72"

DXE-AT-1214

1.625"

1-5/8"

.058"

One End

72"

DXE-AT-1215

1.750"

1-3/4"

.058"

One End

72"

DXE-AT-1216

1.875"

1-7/8"

.058"

One End

72"

DXE-AT-1217

2.000"

.058"

One End

72"

DXE-AT-1222

2.125

2-1/8"

.058"

Both Ends

72"

DXE-AT-1313

2.000"

.120"

none

72"

DXE-ECL-28SS

Stainless Steel Clamp for 2.125” and 2.25" with Straight Slot or 5/16” Drive Nut

DXE-ECL-24SS

Stainless Steel Clamp for 1.875” and 2" with Straight Slot or 5/16” Drive Nut

DXE-ECL-20SS

Stainless Steel Clamp for 1.625” and 1.75" with Straight Slot or 5/16” Drive Nut

DXE-ECL-16SS

Stainless Steel Clamp for 1.375” and 1.5" with Straight Slot or 5/16” Drive Nut

DXE-ECL-12SS

Stainless Steel Clamp for 1.125” and 1.25" with Straight Slot or 5/16” Drive Nut

DXE-ECL-10SS

Stainless Steel Clamp for 1" with Straight Slot or 5/16” Drive Nut

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WARNING!

INSTALLATION OF ANY ANTENNA NEAR POWER LINES IS DANGEROUS

Warning:Do not locate any of the aluminum tubing near overhead power lines or other electric

light or power circuits, or where it can come into contact with such circuits. When installing any

antenna or aluminum tubing, take extreme care not to come into contact with such circuits, because

they may cause serious injury or death.

Overhead Power Line Safety

Before you begin working, check carefully for overhead power lines in the area you will be

working. Don't assume that wires are telephone or cable lines: check with your electric utility for

advice. Although overhead power lines may appear to be insulated, often these coverings are

intended only to protect metal wires from weather conditions and may not protect you from electric

shock

Keep your distance! Remember the 10-foot rule: When carrying and using ladders and other long

tools, keep them at least 10 feet away from all overhead lines - including any lines from the power

pole to your home.

Assembly

For a full 65 foot length, the aluminum tubing sections are assembled starting at the bottom 2" OD,

heavy wall (.120") aluminum tube and working upward.

Note: DXE-P8A Penetrox A Anti-Oxidant should be used between all aluminum tubing

sections. Penetrox is an electrical joint compound to affect a substantial electrical

connection between metal parts such as telescoping aluminum tubing or other antenna

pieces. It ensures high conductivity at all voltage levels by displacing moisture and

preventing corrosion or oxidation.

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.

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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.

Deburring is a finishing method used in manufacturing. Our aluminum tubing is machine cut on

both ends and machine slit on one end. Although DX Engineering manufactured

aluminum tubing is deburred, you should further assure

that there are no ragged edges or protrusions.

Use the DXE-UT-KIT-DBR Tube Deburring Tools,

DXE-22166 Slim Grip Deburring Tool, or the DXE-

22600 Deburring Tool with Extending Handle and

Extra Blades for this operation.

2. Clean the inside of the aluminum tubing to clear out any dirt or foreign material that would

cause the aluminum tubing sections to bind during assembly. Do not use any type of oil or

general lubricant between the aluminum tubing sections. Oils or general lubricants can cause

poor electrical connections for radio frequencies.

3. Clean the outside of the aluminum tubing to clear any dirt or foreign material that would cause

the clamps to malfunction during assembly.

4. The use of DXE-P8A Penetrox A is highly recommended. Penetrox A is an electrical joint

compound which effects a substantial electrical connection between metal parts such as

telescoping aluminum tubing or other antenna pieces. Using Penetrox A assures high

conductivity at all voltage levels by displacing moisture and preventing corrosion or oxidation.

5. When assembling the aluminum tubing sections, ensure the area is clear of grass, dirt or other

foreign material that could cause problems during assembly of the closely fitted telescoping

sections.

Assemble the aluminum tubing sections in an area that is flat and has sufficient room for the length

of the assembly. Lay the aluminum tubing out in the order shown in Figure 1. Orient the slits in the

tubes toward the top. The bottom 2" OD section is thick walled and has no slits. The second section

is 2.125" and has slits at both ends. The rest of the tubing sections have 4 slits at one end. The first

11 aluminum sections in this kit are 72" long and the top aluminum section is 36" long.

Each aluminum tubing section is inserted into the next section as shown in Figure 1. Assembly is

easier if the overlaps in the tubing sections are pre-marked. A dark color felt-tip marker works well.

Mark each aluminum section as shown in Figure 1 from the end of each aluminum section without

the slit using a marker so it will be clearly visible. If you are clamping the completed aluminum

tubing kit to a mounting plate (example: making a vertical antenna), apply clamps only to this lower

thick walled (.120") section. DXE-SAD-200A 2 inch U-Bolt Saddle Clamps are strongly

recommended for secure clamping without crushing the element tubing.

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Figure 1

Locate the hardware pack containing the eleven stainless steel clamps.

Slide all the clamps over each aluminum section as shown in Figure 2

before putting the tubing sections together. You can lightly tighten the

clamps just below the slits in each section to hold them until needed.

Align the clamp screws on each section to face the same direction. At

final assembly, the body of the clamp should be positioned between the

slits in the aluminum tubes and 1/8" from the edge of each aluminum tube

as shown in Figure 2a. Figure 2a

Figure - 2 - Clamp Size and Locations

Making sure dirt or grass does not adhere to the aluminum tubing to be joined, insert the marked

end of the tube into the next tube allowing for the overlap as shown in Figure 1. Position the

stainless steel clamp. Make sure the body of the clamp is positioned between the slits and tighten

securely. Continue mating aluminum tubes. Double-check the tubing sections you have just

assembled. Total length should measure 65 feet (780 inches).

You may elect to have the tubing in a shorter length. The aluminum tubing may be telescoped

inward, outward, or removed depending on your application. Keep in mind you want a minimum of

2 to 8 inches of overlap between tubing sections dependant on location and overall strength.

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Guying and Raising

Some vertical antenna manufacturers indicate their antennas do not need guying. During times of

high winds or ice loading, some of these verticals may sustain damage or fail altogether. With the

small amount of effort needed to install a four point guying system, the risk hardly seems worth

taking. A three level, four point guying scheme provides the best mechanical advantage to prevent

wind stress, regardless of direction. The guy lines should be used during raising or lowering to

minimize stress on the lower tube sections.

When using an optional DXE-VA-BASE Tilt Base, a three level, four point guying system is

recommended for use when the DX-ATK65 is used as a vertical antenna because just one set of the

guy ropes has to be loosened when you tilt the vertical antenna element downward. The remaining

guys help stabilize the vertical antenna in three directions when being raised by pulling on the loose

guys.

TheDXE-GUY1000-KIT has been designed to be used with the DXE-ATK65 or other similar

vertical antennas. The guying kit is ideal for fixed or portable installations.

Figure 3 shows the suggested guying scheme for the DXE-ATK65 assembly when used as a

vertical antenna. Your results may vary since it depends on the length (height) of your particular

installation.

Guying of vertical masts or antennas is always recommended for stability. However, if your area

encounters severe wind velocities or icing conditions, simple additional guying will help prevent the

possibility of failure.

With the DXE-GUY1000-KIT, you can install four sets of guy ropes. Use the suggested no slip

knot placing the loop just above the element clamps shown in Figure 3. Guying should be tightened

just enough to permit the antenna to swing a few inches. The ends of the ropes are tied to the earth

anchors that are screwed into the ground at about the same angle as the ropes will be.

When using the optional DXE-VA-BASE Tilt Base, position the guy ropes as shown in Figure 4.

This will make it easy to raise or lower the vertical antenna and only one set of guy ropes needs to

be loosened. The other guy rope sets will help guide the vertical antenna on the way up by pulling

on the loose guys.

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Typical No Slip Knot for SYN-DBR Double-Braided Dacron Polyester Rope

Earth Anchor Figure 3

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Figure 4 - Guy Ropes - Overhead View

Depending on your antenna system, additional or varied guying may be required.

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Optional Items

DXE-GUY1000-KIT Four Point, Three Level Guy Kit

Some vertical manufactures indicate their antennas do not need guying. During times of high winds or ice loading however, some of

these verticals may sustain damage or fail altogether. With the small amount of effort needed to install a four point guying system,

the risk hardly seems worth taking. A four-point, three level guying scheme provides the best mechanical advantage to prevent wind

stress, regardless of direction. The guying is intended for stability, and should never be depended on for primary support. The guying

kit can also be used for other ground mounted masts or antennas. The guying kits are ideal for fixed or portable installations.

Synthetic Textile Industries Double-braided Dacron/Polyester ropes are not weakened by decay or mildew and provide excellent

resistance to abrasion. The color sealed black polyester yarn used in the braided jacket also protects the cord from damage due to

ultra-violet light.

1000' spool

3/32'' diameter rope

Double-braided Dacron/Polyester rope

Excellent resistance to abrasion

NOT weakened by decay or mildew

UV-Resistant

Rated for a load of 260 lbs

4 Earth Anchors - 15" long with 3" Diameter Earth Screws

STI Double-braided Polyester ropes are not intended and should not be used to guy towers.

DXE-GR-5P - DX Engineering Guy Rings

DX Engineering Guy Rings advance the art of stabilizing vertical rigid telescopic tubing. These newly

engineered and incredibly strong Guy Rings are intended for rope guying DX Engineering, Hustler, and

all brands of aluminum tubing vertical antennas, as well as the DX Engineering Telescoping Fiberglass

and Aluminum Tubing Kits. DX Engineering Guy Rings are made from the super strong, black UV

resistant, glass-reinforced poly-resin material. They are virtually impervious to extreme outdoor

conditions and mechanical stress. With their 1/2 in. thick center hole shoulder, these Guy Rings simply

slide over their respective tubing size and seat firmly against the top of the larger tubing section below. 5

Rings per set: Fits tubing sizes 0.75”, 1.0”, 1.25”, 1.5” and 2.0”.

DXE-P8A - Penetrox A Anti-Oxidant - 8 oz Squeeze Bottle

Use Penetrox A electrical joint compound to affect a substantial electrical connection between metal parts such as

telescoping aluminum tubing or other antenna pieces. Assures high conductivity at all voltage levels by displacing

moisture and preventing corrosion or oxidation.

For Aluminum to Aluminum, Aluminum to Copper or bare conductors.

Not recommended for use with rubber or polyethylene insulated wire.

8 oz. squeeze bottle*

* This product is limited to domestic UPS Ground shipping only

DXE-KIT-DBR - DX Engineering Tube Deburring Tool Kit

Designed and manufactured in the USA, DX Engineering Tube Deburring Tools feature hardened steel cutting

surfaces arranged in a conical shape. Both the interior and exterior of the tool's cone may be used to smooth the rough

edges of the inside and outside of the cut ends of pipe and tubing. Its rotational symmetry allows easy reaming and

deburring rough-cut tubing edges with minimum effort. The UT-2125 is usable on all tubing and pipe sizes from 3/8”

to 2-1/8”OD. The UT-3500 covers sizes from 1-7/8” to 3-1/2”OD. The complete tool kit, model UT-KIT-DBR,

includes both sizes of conical tools, a small hand deburrer and a half round file. DX Engineering Tube Deburring

Tools are reversible, so they are ideal for deburring both ID and OD of aluminum tubing prior to telescoping the

sections together. These tools assure a smooth fit without galling and seizing that can occur with the slightest

roughness. Only a couple of revolutions with very light pressure is needed to produce excellent results. DX

Engineering Tube Deburring Tools may be used for deburring tubing and pipe made of aluminum, fiberglass, copper,

steel, plastic pipe, etc.

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DXE-22166 - Slim Grip Deburring Tool

This Slim-Grip deburring tool allows quick and easy removal of burrs left after cutting or slitting aluminum tubing. Useful for most

other deburring applications involving aluminum or steel.

Slim-Grip design allows deburring in hard-to-reach locations.

Consists of one replaceable blade, handle and pocket clip.

Blades can be easily inserted and removed.

DXE-22110 Replacement Blades for aluminum and steel available in packs of 10

DXE-22600 - Deburring Tool with Extending Handle and 2 Blades

Handy for cleaning burrs after cutting or drilling aluminum or steel. This rugged hand tool features an adjustable length blade holder

to allow access to burrs deep inside tubing or other hard to reach places. Extremely versatile and handy.

Includes one blade for aluminum and steel and one blade for cast iron and brass.

Holder telescopes from 1⁄2" to 5" for long reach inside objects.

Handle has storage compartment for spare blades.

Blade can be inserted at 90° for deburring cross holes.

DXE-SAD-200A - 2 in. Saddle Clamp, Stainless 5/16 in. U-Bolt & Hardware

These Saddle Clamps are made in sizes that fit thick wall tubing, used in antenna construction not like clamps found

at your typical automotive sources. The supplied U-bolt is long enough to attach tubing to thick plates and is made

with anti-corrosive properties and will grip securely to the tubing.

U-Bolt thread dimensions: 5/16"-18 x 1.12

Specifically designed for antenna usage, maximum surface contact to prevent slippage.

Saddle cast from 535 aluminum for good surface adhesion and high strength.

U-bolt made from 18-8* stainless steel for added strength and excellent corrosion resistant.

DXE-CAVS-1P - V-Bolt Saddle Clamp, 1/2 in. to 1-3/4 in. O.D. Applications

This V-Bolt Clamp is made in one size that fits tubing from 1/2 to 1-3/4'' O.D. as used in antenna construction. The supplied V-bolt is

long enough to attach tubing to thick plates and is made with anti-corrosive properties. The as-cast rippled surface of the saddle will

clamp the tubing securely to a flat surface; however, for high-torque applications please use our standard U-bolt Saddle

Clamps.

Used to clamp 1/2 to 1-3/4'' (O.D.) tubing

Designed for attachments that don't require resistance to torque

V-bolt made from high-strength 18-8* stainless steel

V-saddle cast from 535 aluminum with rippled surface

DXE-CAVS-2P - V-Bolt Saddle Clamp, 1 to 2 in. O.D. Applications

This V-Bolt Clamp is made in one size that fits tubing from 1 to 2'' O.D. as used in antenna construction. The supplied V-bolt is long

enough to attach tubing to thick plates and is made with anti-corrosive properties.

The as-cast rippled surface of the saddle will clamp the tubing securely to a flat surface; however, for high-torque applications please

use our standard U-bolt Saddle Clamps.

Used to clamp 1 to 2'' (O.D.) tubing

Designed for attachments that don't require resistance to torque

V-bolt made from high-strength 18-8* stainless steel

V-saddle cast from 535 aluminum with rippled surface

The use of an anti-seize compound is HIGHLY recommended to achieve proper torque and prevent galling.

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