The 0.058 inch wall Seamless Tubing can be bought in 1/8 inch increments from three/8 inch to 1/8 inch O.D. It telescopes derived from of size to another location to build vertical or yagi antenna elements. Exact I.D. & O.D. dimensions make positive a smooth fit.
foot lengths are fantastic for rapid taper, low resistance to the wind applications as the 6 foot slow taper lengths provide greatest bandwidth. Most sizes can be bought that has a slit on a single finish for usage with DX Engineeringas marine-grade chromium steel element clamps. Optional UV-rated black vinyl caps, made to fit above the Seamless Tubing ends, seal out moisture.
Antenna builders can pick from a large choice of Seamless Tubing at DX Engineering, including new, larger sizes. This custom-made, high strength Type 6063-T832 seamless aluminum Seamless Tubing is drawna?not extrudeda??and it is on the market in three & 6 foot lengths. Type 6063 alloy resists general corrosion, including stress corrosion cracking, & possesses an impressive surface appearance.
Larger sizes from one.5 to a few.0 inches O.D. can be present in 0.120 inch, heavy wall 6061-T8 aluminum, which ensures maximum strength for long assemblies for example antenna booms.