I am awaiting delivery of a Gulf Alpha dual band antenna that I plan to mount
on a single mast for azimuth-only control. I've read various reports of metal
masts causing polarity (?) issues and others that say they are ok as long as
you don't align the elements with the mast etc...
So - what is the real scoop. Should I be concerned with mast material with the
above setup or is a traditional metal mast fine? If not, any recommendations
would be greatly appreciated. The stronger the better IMO. Although I realize
there is a pretty minimal wind loan, and it will be mounted in a Glen Martin 4'
roof tower, I'd rather not worry about my mast snapping in the wind...
Thanks,
Zach
N4ERZ
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