[BC] AM Ground Systems & Ground Conductivity

Phil Alexander dynotherm
Fri Dec 22 11:44:46 CST 2006


On 22 Dec 2006 at 7:52, Bailey, Scott wrote:

> Ron Nott suggests copperweld because it's not worth anything to the
> copper thieves. I didn't realize that it would wear out in the weather
> quicker than regular, straight copper.
> 
> Scott
> 
> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:broadcast-bounces at radiolists.net] On Behalf Of Mike McCarthy
> Sent: Friday, December 22, 2006 6:46 AM
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> Subject: Re: [BC] AM Ground Systems & Ground Conductivity
> 
> I would not suggest copperweld universally. It's far more susceptible to
> 
> rusting/breakage than straight copper.
> 
> MM

I agree with Mike, but it depends to a large extent on the damage done
to the copper sheath while plowing it in. ANY nicks, and the rusting
begins. If put in with a roller plow, it might work if you are very
careful, but if done in any of the conventional ways - look out.


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